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  • Unitec Institute of Technology

    Unitec Institute of Technology

    Are you interested in a career in accounting? If you're good with numbers and like the idea of a job where you can help small business owners achieve their business goals, then this programme is a great place to start.

    Entry Requirements

    To enter this programme, you'll need to have one of the following:

    • Achievement of NCEA Level 2 including:
    • 8 Literacy credits at Level 2 or above; and
    • 14 Numeracy credits at Level 1 or above

    or

    • An equivalent qualification.

    or

    • Successful completion of an approved qualification at Level 3 or above with a relevant pathway.
    Don't meet these requirements?

    There may be other options available:

    • If you're over 20 and have relevant skills/life experience, or
    • If you're under 20 and have the relevant reading, writing and numeracy skills.

    Simply apply online and we'll be in touch about your next steps.

    Additional requirements

    When you apply for this programme, you must provide proof of your identity (ID) and other documents, such as academic certificates. Please have these handy when you're ready to apply.

    See what documents you may need to provide

    English language requirements

    You'll need to meet the following English language requirement:

    • 8 NCEA literacy credits at Level 2 or above or equivalent

    If you don't meet this requirement, you must provide evidence that you have the English proficiency required.

    For more information, download the programme regulations:

    Programme Regulations

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  • Unitec Institute of Technology

    Unitec Institute of Technology

    This is an advanced accounting programme for accounting graduates working towards the academic requirements for professional body membership. It is relevant for students with overseas degrees in accounting wanting to get a New Zealand qualification and practical experience, and for those wishing to move into accounting from a related discipline.

    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. A minimum of 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing)
    3. 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
    • 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.

    For more information download the programme regulations:

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  • Unitec Institute of Technology

    Unitec Institute of Technology

    Do you have areas you wish to target to improve your accounting knowledge and skills? The Graduate Certificate in Professional Accountancy offers advanced accounting courses designed to develop your technical capabilities.

    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. A minimum of 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing)
    3. If English is your second language, you will need one or more of the following:

    • Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University entrance
    • 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.

    For more information download the programme regulations:

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  • Unitec Institute of Technology

    Unitec Institute of Technology

    Looking for a way to fast track a career change into accounting? This advanced programme enables you to put your undergraduate degree (or equivalent work experience) towards a career in professional accounting - and provides a pathway to membership with professional accounting bodies.

    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; Or
    • Provide sufficient evidence of aptitude or appropriate work or other life experience that would indicate a successful outcome in the qualification (only if you are 20 years or older)
    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 389 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; Or
    • Provide sufficient evidence of aptitude or appropriate work or other life experience that would indicate a successful outcome in the qualification (only if you are 20 years or older)

    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 389 KB)

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