New Zealand Certificate in Agriculture (Farming Systems)
EIT
Subject area
Agriculture not elsewhere classified
Qualification
Duration
28 Weeks
Total student fees
$4,958
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the pastoral farming sector with graduates who have a broad theoretical understanding of New Zealand pastoral farming systems and practical capability in the pastoral farming sector.
The pastoral farming industry will benefit from being able to identify and recruit graduates who have an understanding of the key inputs into farming systems, and the wider context of the pastoral farming industry in terms of environmentally and financially sustainable farming practices.
This qualification is designed to be flexible enough to reflect regional and industry variations in demand for skills.
Graduates will be capable of working under limited supervision in the pastoral farming sector.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Academic requirements NCEA Level 1 or; A qualification at Level 1 or above, with evidence of literacy and numeracy abilities equivalent to NCEA (Level 1), or Evidence of relevant knowledge and experience, including literacy and numeracy abilities equivalent to NCEA (Level 1). (In this case the applicant may be required to participate in an enrolment interview with the purpose of verifying the evidence). English language requirements Applicants whose first language is not English must have an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to enrolment in the programme. This may be demonstrated in a variety of ways, including schooling in New Zealand, completion of the relevant New Zealand Certificate in English Language, approved scores on IELTS tests or completion of accepted international equivalents. Specific scores for IELTS and New Zealand Certificates in English Language are as follows: IELTS score of 5.0 (General or Academic) with no band score lower than 5; NZCEL Level 3 with an endorsement Other requirements 16 years of age at the time the programme commences Be physically able to complete the programme specific outcomes.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
28 Weeks
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$4,958 | $4,958 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$7,095 | $7,095 |
| Total | $12,053 | $12,053 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
100%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | N/A |
| Earnings range | N/A |
| In employment | N/A |
| In further study | N/A |
| On a benefit | N/A |
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 225 5348
Phone: (06) 974 8000
Fax: (06) 974 8905
Email: info@eit.ac.nz
Web: http://www.eit.ac.nz
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