All applicants must:

• Have turned 18 years of age prior to starting the program
• Have University Entrance via either NCEA or CIE OR achieved an equivalent overseas high school diploma OR completed a recognised qualification of at least 120 credits at level 3 or above
• Declare any physical or learning disability, or diverse needs that may impact on your performance as a student

International students are required to provide proof of their English language competency by meeting the language criteria defined in Rule 18 of the NZQF Programme Approval and Accreditation Rules 2021 for a level 7 qualification.

Please Note:

• Any student who reaches the age of 20 by the commencement of the program and who does not meet the requirement for admission to the program may be granted special admission. Applicants may need to demonstrate academic ability to study at the level required to complete the program successfully
• Other special admission categories may be applied for and granted at the discretion of the College
• Credit for prior formal learning may be awarded towards this qualification at the discretion of the College