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  • Unitec Institute of Technology

    Unitec Institute of Technology

    Are you interested in preparing for further study in business? The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation is your start to an exciting future in a variety of different business specialisations.

    Entry Requirements

    Academic requirements:

    For this programme, you will need the following:

    1. A minimum of 4 years' secondary education;
    2. Be 16 years old by the time the programme starts;
    3. A minimum total of 40 NCEA credits at level 2 in four subjects, including:
      • A minimum of 12 English credits at level 1 or higher;
      • University Entrance numeracy (or equivalent);
    4. If you haven't met the above NCEA requirements, you'll need one of the following:
      • A relevant qualification at Level 3 on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework or equivalent qualifications (e.g. International Baccalaureate or Cambridge), or;
      • The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 3);
      • After you have submitted your application to study at Unitec, you may be asked to attend a skills review session to assess your literacy and numeracy levels. This helps us to enrol you in the best programme and courses for your career pathway.
    English requirements for international students:

    If English is not your first language, you will need one of the following:

    • Academic IELTS level 5.5 with no band lower than 5, or;
    • The New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 3 (Applied).

    If you don't meet the English criteria above, we have a range of English Language programmes available, depending on your current level of ability.

    If you don't meet these requirements, you may still apply under special or discretionary entrance, or try our New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 3).

    For more information download the programme regulations:

    Programme Regulations

  • Unitec Institute of Technology

    Unitec Institute of Technology

    Master of Applied Business

    Masters (Coursework)

    Ready to take the business world by storm? Advance your knowledge and skills, and progress your career. Choose from a range of highly relevant and in-demand specialisations, including Business Analytics, Digital Marketing, Advanced HR, Leadership or Supply Chain & Logistics.

    Entry Requirements

    What you will need to study this programme.


    Domestic students
    Academic requirements

    You must have completed at least one of the following:

    • A recognised bachelor's degree (or higher) in a relevant discipline with merit achievement deemed to be a grade average of B- or higher; or
    • A professional qualification in a relevant discipline recognised as being equivalent to merit achievement in a bachelor's degree or equivalent.
    And meet one of the English entry requirements;
    • University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
    • Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

    Don't meet these Academic requirements?

    • If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
    • If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

    For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 455 KB)


    International students Academic requirements

    You must have completed at least one of the following:

    • A recognised bachelor's degree (or higher) in a relevant discipline with merit achievement deemed to be a grade average of B- or higher; or
    • A professional qualification in a relevant discipline recognised as being equivalent to merit achievement in a bachelor's degree or equivalent.

    And English entry requirements;

    If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:

    • Evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of at least 6.5 with no band score lower than 6
    • University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
    • Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

    Don't meet these Academic requirements?

    • If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
    • If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

    For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 455 KB)

  • Unitec Institute of Technology

    Unitec Institute of Technology

    Develop a sound understanding of marketing in just one year, with the potential to open many doors for your career. The marketing role in a business is vital to convey value to potential and existing customers. And the role of a marketer is necessary to get that message to the intended audience.

    Entry Requirements

    For this programme, you will need the following:

    1. A recognised degree, a professional qualification in a relevant discipline or the ability to demonstrate competencies equivalent to the above
    2. If you're a graduate of Unitec's Bachelor of Business, you cannot be admitted to the Graduate Diploma in Business in the same specialisation in which you majored in the degree
    3. A minimum of 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing)
    4. If English is your second language, you are required to have one or more of the following:

    • Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University entrance
    • Pearson Test of English (Academic): 50 with no score lower than 50
    • Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency
    • Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years

    Don't meet the requirements? We also accept:

    • Provide sufficient evidence to be eligible for special or discretionary admission; or
    • If you're seeking entry based on work experience, you will be required to demonstrate, in a written application, CV and attestation from suitable referees, that you have substantial professional experience in activities related to this programme, and/or be able to demonstrate equivalent competencies.

    For more information download the programme regulations:

    Programme Regulations