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New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways

Unitec

Subject area

General Education Programmes not elsewhere classified

Qualification

Duration

18 Weeks

Total student fees

$3,042

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About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The purpose of this qualification is to provide people with the academic skills, capabilities, knowledge and attributes needed to prepare for higher level education or employment.

This qualification is for people intending to pursue further qualifications in their chosen field of study or employment pathway at New Zealand Qualifications Framework Level 5 or above.

The qualification acknowledges the primacy of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in programme design and delivery.

Key Information for Students

Entry Requirements

Minimum requirements

4 years secondary education with a minimum of 12 NCEA credits at Level 1 in at least 2 secondary subjects (Including English); or Equivalent skills and knowledge. In addition, international applicants must meet the minimum English Language entry requirements of NZCEL Level 3 (General, Workplace or Academic), IELTS 5.5 with no band score lower than 5

Detailed requirements

See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.


Duration

18 Weeks


Tuition Fees

Annual Total qualification
Student fees
(what you pay)
$3,042 $3,042
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$2,933 $2,933
Total $5,976 $5,976

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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.


Student Success

69%


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 $36,000
Earnings range $28,000 - $45,000
In employment 45%
In further study 67%
On a benefit 4%

All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.

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Contact details

Main Campus Office

Free phone: 0800 10 95 10
Phone: (09) 815 2945
Fax: (09) 815 2905
Email: study@unitec.ac.nz
Web: http://www.unitec.ac.nz

Please contact the provider for details of where this qualification is offered.

Where does this information come from?

The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.

NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.

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