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Foundation Studies
The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation Level 3 and/or Level 4 provides an initial pathway for students entering tertiary study, in preparation for further qualification at levels 5-7 (diplomas and degrees). It also provides a foundation of skills and knowledge which students take through their academic life. We offer two strands, Health Science and Social Science. Information about the strands can be found on pages 3 and 4. The strands are currently offered at the following campuses:
Health Science – offered at Porirua, Kapiti, Wellington and Petone (WelTec campus). Social Science – offered at Porirua and Wellington.
Semester Two enrolments in both Level 3 and 4 are available, but the number of places available may be limited. The programme provides a supportive atmosphere to give all students every possible opportunity to succeed and our tutors are well qualified and committed to encouraging quality student learning. A range of other learning services support the certificate programme to ensure that you have the best possible chance of success, whatever your background. These include an excellent Library, with computers and internet access, learning and language skills support and peer tutoring. As well as tutorial support, the Polytechnic provides many other personal support services, including Counselling (Kaiwhakatakoto whakaaro), Health (Hauora), Māori and Pacific Island Liaison Officers, Financial Advice and a Child Care Centre. We want you to succeed and we will do all we can to support you in your efforts. The programme content and teaching is guided by an Advisory Committee, which includes representatives from the tertiary programmes that successful students join, and both present and past students. This committee checks that the certificate covers relevant and useful skills and knowledge for the targeted tertiary programmes. This ensures that you have the best chance of entry into these diplomas and degrees following success in the certificate.
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Programme Summary Programme Length:
One year
Programme Dates:
Term 1: 13 February-14 April Term 2: 01 May-23 June Term 3: 17 July-29 September Term 4: 16 October-24 November Please note the July mid-semester break does not match the primary and secondary school holidays.
Hours of Campus:
9:00am-3:00pm, Monday-Friday
Programme Fee:
At time of printing, the 2017 fees had not been finalised. As a guide, the 2016 fees were $1,837.00 (NZ Citizens & Permanent Residents only).
Additional Costs:
Approximately $1,000 - Textbooks, Stationery, Laptop Computer
Health Science Students in the Labs
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Health Science Strand The Health Science option prepares students to move into the following programmes at Whitireia:
Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic)
Bachelor of Nursing
Bachelor of Nursing Māori
Bachelor of Nursing Pacific
New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing
Level 3 Courses Academic Communication 1 Study in Aotearoa NZ
Allows students to develop effective communication skills for tertiary study. Develops the student’s skills and knowledge in digital technologies, te Tiriti o Waitangi and problem solving. It also allows the student to explore their personal developments and specific career pathway
Biology 1
Develops the student’s skills, knowledge and concepts in the biology of human beings.
Chemistry 1
An introduction to organic and inorganic chemistry as required in the health sciences.
Level 4 Courses Academic Communication 2
Further develops the skills students require for successful academic communication in tertiary study.
Career Pathways in Aotearoa NZ
Further develops the student’s skills in critical thinking, personal development, digital technologies and te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Biology 2
Develops the student’s skills and knowledge in the anatomy and physiology of the human body.
Chemistry 2
Develops the student’s skills and knowledge required in the health sciences for tertiary study.
Wikitoria Katene – the Faculty of Health Building
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Social Science Strand The Social Science option prepares students to move into the following programmes at Whitireia:
Bachelor of Social Work
Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education)
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services)
The Social Science option prepares students to move into the following programmes at WelTec: Certificate in Alcohol and Drug Studies
Diploma in Health Psychology
Bachelor of Counselling
Bachelor of Youth Development
Level 3 Courses Academic Communication 1 Study in Aotearoa NZ
Allows students to develop effective communication skills for tertiary study. Develops the student’s skills and knowledge in digital technologies, te Tiriti o Waitangi and problem solving. It also allows the student to explore their personal developments and specific career pathway
Introduction to Sociology
Gives students a theoretical and practical introduction to the social science taught in tertiary programmes.
Introduction to Psychology
Introduces the student to theoretical knowledge and some concepts of psychology.
Level 4 Courses Academic Communication 2
Further develops the skills students require for successful academic communication in tertiary study.
Career Pathways in Aotearoa NZ
Further develops the student’s skills in critical thinking, personal development, digital technologies and te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Social Sciences for Degree Study
Social Psychology
Introduces the student to some key concepts in the social sciences and allows them to apply these to the New Zealand setting. Enables students to investigate content relevant to their specific career pathways.
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For entry into Level 3: At least 10 credits NCEA Level 1 Literacy and 10 credits NCEA Level 1 Numeracy or evidence of equivalent study/work experience. International entry: IELTS 5.5, no band lower than 5.0. For entry into Level 4: At least 10 credits NCEA Level 2 Literacy and 10 credits NCEA Level 2 Numeracy or evidence of equivalent study/work experience. International entry: IELTS 6.0, no band lower than 5.5.
All applicants may be interviewed.
The closing date for applications is 30 November 2016. We will still process applications received after this date, however once the maximum number of students is reached, a waitlist for places will be started.
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Complete the Application to Enrol form and return (with the required documentation) to: Information & Enrolment Centre Whitireia New Zealand DX Box SX33459 PORIRUA 5022 We will confirm receipt of your application. Please note that if your application is incomplete, it will be returned to you. If required, we will contact you to arrange an interview (by phone or in person.)
For information on student loans and allowances visit the StudyLink website www.studylink.govt.nz or contact them on 0800 88 99 00. Use the StudyLink website tools to ensure you are eligible for a student loan and/or allowance.
Students who wish to go on to study one of the following Faculty of Health programmes, will need to meet both the academic and suitability entry requirements for those programmes. If you have any concerns or questions about these, we recommend that you discuss this at your Foundation interview.
Bachelor of Nursing Bachelor of Nursing Māori Bachelor of Nursing Pacific
Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic) Bachelor of Social Work New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing
Suitability is determined by interview along with reference to the applicant’s health screening, safety check* and referee reports. *Safety Check: with the introduction of the Vulnerable Children’s Act (2014), all vocational trainees i.e. nursing, paramedic and social work students, who may work with children during the course of their study must be safety checked. Safety checking includes: reference checking, work history, identity check, police vet and an overall assessment of the applicant’s safety to work with children.
Should you have any questions, please contact: Faculty of Health Advisor: Information and Enrolment Centre - Phone: 0800 944 847 2017 Information for Applicants: Foundation Studies Fees, programmes and dates are subject to change
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