Level 4 Programme
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New Zealand Certificate in Study And Career Preparation (Level 4) - Applied Science Credits 60 (0.5 EFTS)
Start dates February or July
Annual fees $3,200 (NZD)
Campus Mt Albert
Duration Full-time for 16-weeks or part-time options available
(Approximate domestic fees only. Includes GST but excludes the Compulsory Student Services Fee levy)
Career opportunities
Are you interested in preparing for further study in applied science? The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation is your start to an exciting future in biodiversity management.
This programme prepares you for further study toward a career in ecology, conservation and biodiversity management.
Highlights • Tailored for Unitec’s Bachelor of Applied Science, meaning it’ll prepare you for the programme you want to enter. • As a student in this programme, you’ll be part of our applied science student body – learning alongside other aspiring environmental scientists. • Learn from lecturers who are eager to share their industry experience with you. • A chance to complete a collaborative project and develop the skills you’ll need for a career in biodiversity management. • A mix of classroom sessions, practical workshops, critique sessions, guest speakers, discussions, presentations and online learning. • A chance to engage with Unitec’s marae, a great setting to explore mātauranga Māori and the role of culture in communication
Programme overview As our human footprint increasingly makes its mark on the planet, conservation experts are in demand. In this programme, you’ll explore how ecosystems function and become a leader in the biosecurity of Aotearoa New Zealand. You’ll learn and develop the relevant literacy, numeracy and scientific skills you’ll need to excel in your dream career – and meet the admission requirements to our Bachelor of Applied Science (Biodiversity Management) degree programme.
Admission requirements For this programme, you’ll need:
Academic 1. Four years’ secondary education 2. To be 16 years old by the time the programme starts 3. A total of 40 NCEA credits at level 2 in four subjects, including a minimum of 10 English credits at level 1 or higher and 12 science credits at level 1 or higher 4. University Entrance numeracy (or equivalent)
English Applicants will need one or more of the following: • 12 credits at NCEA Level 1 or higher in English • Provide evidence that you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency such as IELTS • Achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years
If you don’t meet the English criteria above, we have a range of English Language programmes available. There are additional English requirements for international students – you can find more information on our website.
Other options If you don’t meet these requirements, you’ll need one of the following: • A relevant qualification at Level 3 or above on the NZQF, or equivalent • The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 3) including FSTU 3921 Bioscience • Attend a Skills Review session where your literacy and numeracy levels will be assessed • You could apply for special or discretionary admission
For more information download the programme regulations: unitec.ac.nz/biodiversity International Students, visit unitec.ac.nz/international
