This internationally recognised masters degree will prepare you to launch a professional career in accounting after just 14 months of study. Start your academic journey towards becoming a professionally qualified accountant today.
With New Zealand's leading Bachelor of Commerce programme you will learn from the country's best teachers and mentors to get a taste of every aspect of the business world before deciding on a major or double major that's right for you.
This diploma allows you to study further business courses at an advanced undergraduate level. It can be taken after the completion of an undergraduate business degree or an approved professional qualification in business.
Do you love working with food and want to become a creative professional in this field? The Diploma in Culinary Arts is an advanced professional cookery qualification that covers the theoretical and practical skills to work in a professional culinary environment.
Entry Requirements
Minimum entry requirementsIf you have New Zealand qualifications
Completion of Year 12
NCEA: 48 level 2 credits or higher including eight level 2 credits in any one subject from Classical Studies, Drama, English, Geography, Health Education, History, Art History, Media Studies, Social Studies, Te Reo Maori, Te Reo Rangatira, Business Studies, Economics, Physical Education
CIE: 60 points on the UCAS Tariff, including any one subject similar to the NCEA subjects listed above
IB: Completion of Year 12
If you have qualifications from another country
See entry requirements for students from other countries. Select your country from the dropdown menu.
English language requirements
IELTS (Academic) of 5.5 overall with all bands 5.0 or higher; or equivalent.
The practical side of this programme involves using commercial kitchen tools and equipment and requires you to demonstrate a level of skill that doesn't compromise any health and safety standards for yourself and others.
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:
Are you passionate about creativity and cultural expression? Develop advanced academic, practical and creative skills through an exhibition, publication or industry project and access multi-disciplinary creative studios supervised by industry leading educators, artists and designers. The Postgraduate Diploma in Creative Practice offers a highly flexible studio or industry based programme based at Unitec's Creative Industries cultural hub.
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 in the same or similar discipline, with merit achievement deemed to be an average of B- or higher in all Level 7 courses; or
A professional qualification in a relevant discipline, recognised as being equivalent to merit achievement in a Bachelor's degree
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.
Non-Academic requirements
A significant portfolio of professional work sufficient to enable critical reflection on your prior practice
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 306 KB)
International studentsAcademic requirements
You must have completed at least one of the following:
A recognised Bachelor's degree in the same or similar discipline, with merit achievement deemed to be an average of B- or higher in all Level 7 courses; or
A professional qualification in a relevant discipline, recognised as being equivalent to merit achievement in a Bachelor's degree
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 306 KB)
Financial engineering is a cross-disciplinary field combining financial and economic theory with the mathematical and computational tools needed to design and develop financial products, portfolios, markets, and regulations.
Entry Requirements
To enrol in the Master of Financial Engineering you should have:
a bachelor's degree with a B+ Grade Point Average in 300-level courses; and
completed specified 200-level MATH and STAT courses (or equivalent courses); and
been approved to enrol.
If you have a minimal statistics and finance background, you may be required to take FIEC601 Quantitative Finance and Economics in January-February before enrolling.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Financial Engineering or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.
The Master of Philosophy aims to expand knowledge beyond the undergraduate honours or postgraduate diploma level, culminating in a research thesis. Upon completion of a master by research degree, you may apply to be considered for entry into a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program.
Note: The School of Psychology is facing unprecedented demand for postgraduate Psychology specialisations. The Postgraduate Certificate in Arts (No specialisation - Psychology pathway) has now been closed for the 2022 intake.
Entry Requirements
To enter the Postgraduate Certificate in Arts you will have been awarded or qualified for a Bachelor of Arts (or equivalent) with a major in the intended postgraduate subject.
You will need to provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.
The Certificate in Arts (CertArts) is designed for you if you want to study at university level without having to commit to several years of study. It is also an option if you want to take a few courses for interest, or study part-time.
Entry Requirements
Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For information on the enrolment process, please see how to apply for undergraduate qualifications.
Versatile business professionals in areas such as finance, marketing and business systems, are highly sought after in the global job market. This degree is designed to hone your skills in one or more business disciplines, readying you for a specialised career in dynamic industries.
If you wish to participate in university study without having to commit to completing a large set of courses, the Certificate in Arts could be right for you. It is also a good choice if you wish to take a few interest courses at university level.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this programme, outside of university admission regulations.
