Entry requirements
- 40 credits at NCEA Level 1, including 10 Literacy credits and 10 Numeracy credits;
OR
- relevant qualification at NZQF Level 2 or above;
OR
- a recognised equivalent.
If you want to talk to someone about the entry requirements before you apply, get in touch on freephone 0508 650 200.
20 years old or over
If you are 20 years of age or over and do not hold the minimum entry requirements you will be eligible to be enrolled where your previous educational, work or life experience indicates you have a reasonable likelihood of success.
Maximum Programme Completion Time
To be awarded the qualification you must complete it in no more than four years of your first enrolment, unless there are exceptional circumstances.
Language Literacy Requirements
All applicants (international and domestic) for whom English or te reo Māori is not a first language need to provide evidence that they have the necessary English language proficiency required for the programme.
International applicants are required to have an IELTS score of 5.5 (general or academic) with no individual band lower than 5 from one test taken in the preceding two years, or an equivalent described in NZQA Rules.
Learn more about English language entry requirements
International students and domestic students living overseas
You can study this programme part-time if you’re an international student living in New Zealand or overseas. If you’re living in New Zealand you will need to be in paid employment with a valid work permit.
You can also study this programme if you’re a New Zealand citizen living overseas.
Learn more about studying as an international student
Computer and internet requirements
This programme is delivered online. To complete this programme you will need access to a laptop or desktop computer, reliable broadband internet connection and a data plan able to support online learning such as streaming of videos (including YouTube), downloading content, and writing and submitting online assessments. If you are unsure if your current computer or internet access allows you to complete your online learning with us, please contact us before applying to enrol.
Learn more about our online learning and study tools.
