The academic entry requirement for BSES is as follows:

• University Entrance, as defined by the NZQA, or equivalent; or
• Evidence regarded as sufficient by EIT | Te Pūkenga of the capability to undertake and complete the programme of study; or
• At the discretion of EIT | Te Pūkenga, where the applicant is over 20 years of age and demonstrates the capability to undertake and complete the programme of study.

English language entry requirements

All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. For international students, ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include the following:

• Successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (subject to NZQA conditions).
• Completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 4 with Academic endorsement).
• IELTS Academic score of 6, with no band score lower than 5.5, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment.
• Accepted international equivalents to the above IELTS scores, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment (see equivalency tables in the DELP).