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Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing

Bachelor

Mt Albert
Take your passion for veterinary nursing to the next level. This programme will set you up for registration as a veterinary nurse, enable you to increase your critical thinking, and provides plenty of research opportunities to develop and further your career.
Entry Requirements

What you will need to study this programme.

Domestic students
Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

  • New Zealand Certificate in Animal Technology (Veterinary Nursing Assistant) (cross-crediting is available), or
  • New Zealand Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (cross-crediting is available), or
  • NCEA entry requirements;
    • NCEA requirements are a minimum of 42 credits achieved at NCEA Level 3 or higher, including:
    • 14 credits in an approved subject
    • 14 credits in another approved subject (view a list of approved subjects on the NZQA website)
    • 14 credits from up to 2 other subjects.
    • a minimum of 8 credits achieved at NCEA Level 2 or higher in English or Te reo Maori (4 in reading, 4 in writing), and
    • a minimum of 14 credits achieved at NCEA Level 1 or higher in Mathematics or Pangarau.
And meet one of the English entry requirements;
  • University Entrance Literacy: 10 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (5 in Reading, 5 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.
Non-academic requirements

You need to provide 4 supporting documents with your application.

Include a 1-page overview that outlines:

  • what do you consider the role of a veterinary nursing assistant to be
  • why you wish to study this programme, and
  • any animal-related experience you have had.

Fill in the following forms:

  • Referee details form
  • Ministry of Justice criminal conviction history form
  • Medical declaration form

Note on referees: One referee needs to be an employer where you have worked with the public and one from a teacher (or similar), who can talk about your character.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 337 KB)

International students Academic requirements

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age when they begin their studies, and they should meet the country-specific admission requirement or have completed one of the following:

  • New Zealand Certificate in Animal Technology (Veterinary Nursing Assistant) (cross-crediting available) or
  • New Zealand Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (cross-crediting available).

And English entry requirements;

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

  • An equivalent of IELTS (Academic) with minimum band scores of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 or
  • University Entrance literacy: 10 Credits at NCEA Level 2 or above in English or Maori (5 in reading, 5 in writing)
  • 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. 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.
Non-academic requirements

You need to provide 4 supporting documents with your application.

Include a 1-page overview that outlines:

  • what do you consider the role of a veterinary nursing assistant to be
  • why you wish to study this programme, and
  • any animal-related experience you have had.

Fill in the following forms:

  • Referee details form
  • Ministry of Justice criminal conviction history form (only if you already live in New Zealand)
  • Medical declaration form

Note on referees: One referee needs to be an employer where you have worked with the public and one from a teacher (or similar), who can talk about your character.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 337 KB)

Intake Months
Feb
Domestic Tuition Fees
$7,500 per year
International Tuition Fees
$25,377 per year

New Zealand Diploma in Interior Design (Residential)

Diploma

Mt Albert
Study in this interior design diploma and get the skills, knowledge and qualification necessary to become a professional residential interior designer.
Entry Requirements

For this programme you need:

1. Be at least 16 years old when you start this programme (unless you have an Early Release Exemption from MOE)

2. At least 48 NCEA credits at Level 2 in your best four subjects

3. A minimum of 10 NCEA credits at Level 1 in mathematics, including measurement and number (excluding statistics); OR

  • A maximum total of 20 in your best four Sixth Form Certificate subjects or equivalent; OR
  • Hold an appropriate qualification at Level 3 or above

4. A minimum of 12 credits at NCEA Level 1 in English.

5. If English is not your first 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 such as IELTS
  • Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years

6. As part of your application you may be required to:

  • Attend an interview
  • Present your portfolio (view the portfolio the guidelines here)
  • Sit a test for colour vision

Don't meet these requirements? We also accept:

Entry by special or discretionary admission.

Special admission:

  • Be 20 years old or above when your programme starts; AND
  • Provide sufficient evidence of aptitude or appropriate work or other life experience that would indicate a successful outcome in the qualification.

For more information download the programme regulations:

Programme Regulations

Intake Months
Feb
Domestic Tuition Fees
$7,500 per year
International Tuition Fees
$25,377 per year

New Zealand Diploma in Cybersecurity

Diploma

Mt Albert
Do you want an exciting career in the fast-paced, ever-changing cybersecurity industry? Develop your security mindset and identify, reduce and respond to cybersecurity threats and risks. Gain hands-on, practical learning in our state-of-the-art, modern and well-equipped computing facility, and get into entry-level roles in the specialised field of cybersecurity.
Entry Requirements

For this programme, you will need the following:

  1. Have successfully completed 120 credits of a level 5 IT qualification or above or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience
  2. Consent to Unitec undertaking a Police clearance check, or a Criminal Record Check, and advise Unitec of any current charges or pending court matters
  3. A minimum of 8 credits at NCEA level 2 in English (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing),
  4. If English is not your first language, you are required to have one or more of the following:
    • Have achieved NCEA Level 2 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

Programme Regulations

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$6,900 per year
International Tuition Fees
$25,377 per year

New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) - Social Work

Certificate

Mt Albert
Are you interested in preparing for further study in social work? The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation is your start to an exciting future in a variety of different social work and community development options.
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);
    • The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 3), or;
    • 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

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$3,300 per year
International Tuition Fees
$12,688 per year

Master of Landscape Architecture

Masters (Coursework)

Mt Albert
Are you an experienced landscape architect or recent graduate looking to explore design research at a postgraduate level? Undertake your own project in the Master of Landscape Architecture and explore key contemporary concepts in landscape architectural design and urbanism.
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 undergraduate degree with an average grade of B- or higher in all level 7 courses, in a discipline appropriate to the proposed project; Or
  • A recognised postgraduate diploma in a discipline appropriate to the proposed project, with a B- average
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 their prior practice at the outset of the programme of study

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 74 KB)

International students Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

  • A recognised undergraduate degree with an average grade of B- or higher in all level 7 courses, in a discipline appropriate to the proposed project; Or
  • A recognised postgraduate diploma in a discipline appropriate to the proposed project, with a B- average

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 74 KB)

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$8,100 per year
International Tuition Fees
$32,877 per year

New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) - Business and Communication

Certificate

Mt Albert
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

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$3,300 per year
International Tuition Fees
$12,688 per year

Graduate Diploma in Professional Accountancy

Graduate Diploma

Mt Albert
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:

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$7,000 per year
International Tuition Fees
$25,377 per year

New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing - Mental Health and Addiction Support

Certificate

Waitakere
Gain an understanding of what it means to be mentally healthy, develop the skills you need to support those who need mental health or addiction support, and learn how to meet their needs to the highest standard.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements

Please note: Future immunisations for COVID-19 may be required for all students in this programme.

For this programme, you'll need the following:

  1. Be at least 16 years old on the programme's start date;
  2. At least 4 years of secondary school education;
  3. At least one of the following academic requirements:
    • 12 Level 1 NCEA credits in at least two subjects, or;
    • A pass in at least 2 School Certificate subjects, or;
    • A New Zealand Certificate in a relevant discipline at either Level 2 or Level 3, or equivalent
  4. Consent to a Safety Check which meets the requirements of the Children Act 2014 (formerly known as the Vulnerable Children's Act) including:
    • Provide two forms of verified ID and evidence of any name changes;
    • Consent to a Police vetting check;
    • Provide the names of two referees who Unitec can contact;
    • Pass a mandatory interview process;
    • Provide a Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing a chronological summary of your work history for the past 5 years and the name of any professional organisations, licensing authorities and registration authorities that you have been, or are, a member of;
  5. Complete a self-declaration of criminal convictions and medical conditions form.

If you don't meet the academic criteria above, we have a range of Foundation and Bridging Education programmes which will help you prepare for further academic study.

English requirements

If English is not your first language you will also need at least 12 credits in English at NCEA level 1.

If you don't meet these requirements, you may still apply under special or discretionary entrance.

For more information download the programme regulations:

Programme Regulations

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$6,700 per year

Bachelor of Applied Science (Biodiversity Management)

Bachelor

Mt Albert
In this degree programme, you'll get your hands dirty straight away, learning about ecosystems, conservation issues, sustainable management of land, animals, and plant life, as well as the management strategies that promote the conservation of biodiversity and address biosecurity.
Entry Requirements

What you will need to study this programme.

Domestic students
Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

  • Successful completion of New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care - Companion Animals
  • A minimum of 42 credits at NCEA Level 3 or higher on the National Qualifications Framework, with:
    • 14 credits at Level 3 or higher in each of two subjects, with;
    • a further 14 credits at Level 3 or higher taken from no more than two additional domains on the National Qualifications Framework or plus;
    • a minimum of 14 credits at Level 1 or higher in Mathematics or Pangarau on the National Qualifications Framework, plus
    • 8 credits at Level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Maori (a minimum of 4 credits must be in Reading and a minimum of 4 credits must be in Writing);
  • At least 3 'C' passes in the New Zealand University Bursaries Examinations;
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 595 KB)

International students Academic requirements

As a part of this requirement, you must be at least 16 years of age and meet one of the below;

  • All applicants must be at least 16 years of age when they begin their studies, and they should meet the country-specific admission requirement;

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 with no band score lower than 5.5
  • 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. 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 595 KB)

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$7,500 per year
International Tuition Fees
$25,377 per year

New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Electrical)

Diploma

Mt Albert
Learn about the fundamentals of electrical engineering and develop the extensive practical knowledge required to work in the field of power engineering. This programme also leads to Electrical Service Technician (EST) registration and further opportunity for Electrical Engineer registration with EWRB.
Entry Requirements

You will need the following:

1. Be at least 16 years of old when you start this programme:
2. A total of NCEA level 2 including a minimum of:

  • 10 literacy credits at level 1 or higher (for those who achieved NCEA Level 2 before 2013); and
  • 48 NCEA credits at level 2 in four subjects, including at least 12 credits in Mathematics (preferably achievement standards in algebra, calculus or trigonometry);

2. If English is not your first 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 have NCEA? We also accept:

  • An equivalent qualification; or
  • Equivalent credits from appropriate trades training and/or demonstrated skills and experience; or
  • Provide sufficient evidence to be eligible for special or discretionary admission

For more information, download the programme regulations:

Programme Regulations

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$6,700 per year
International Tuition Fees
$30,377 per year

New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology

Diploma

Mt Albert
In the New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology, you can become a skilled and competent Architectural Technologist/Technician.
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 minimum of 50 NCEA credits at Level 2 and a minimum of 12 credits in NCEA mathematics (or Pangarau) Level 1 and 12 literacy credits at NCEA Level 1; or
  • A relevant qualification at NZQF Level 4 or above
And meet one of the English entry requirements;
  • 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, For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 256 KB)

International students Academic requirements

As a part of this requirement, you must be at least 16 years of age and meet one of the following;

  • All applicants must be at least 16 years of age when they begin their studies, and they should meet the country-specific admission requirement or
  • Successful completion of relevant programme

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 with no band score lower than 5.5 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 256 KB)

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$7,320 per year
International Tuition Fees
$25,377 per year

New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) - Engineering

Certificate

Mt Albert
Are you interested in preparing for further study in engineering? The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation is your start to an exciting future in a variety of different engineering options.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements:
 For this programme, you will need:
  1. A minimum of 4 years' secondary education;
  2. Be 16 years old by the time the programme starts;
  3. 48 NCEA credits or more at level 2 in four subjects, including:
    • 12 credits or more in Mathematics preferably achievement standards in algebra, calculus or trigonometry and;
  4. 12 credits or more in English at NCEA level 1 or higher.
  5. 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: 120 credits in best 4 subjects at AS level plus a D grade or higher in IGCSE English and a D grade or higher in AS Maths), or;
    • Equivalent credits from appropriate trades training and/or demonstrated skills and experience, or;
    • A B- average or above in the New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 3) Engineering pathway (FSTU 3926 Identity and Communication, FSTU 3922 Physics, FSTU3914 Maths Algebra, FSTU3912 Intro to Algebra), or;
    • 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).
Don't meet these requirements?

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

Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Domestic Tuition Fees
$3,300 per year
International Tuition Fees
$12,688 per year

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