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AUT UNIVERSITY CERTIFICATE IN FOUNDATION STUDIES PROSPECTUS 2019 1
WELCOME TO AUT AUT University is New Zealand’s fastest-growing and most dynamic university. The national leader in a wide range of programmes, we offer an outstanding environment for teaching and learning for domestic and international students. AUT is a contemporary New Zealand university with a strong focus on research and industry connectivity. Our degrees prepare students for graduate-level roles in business, engineering, communications, tourism, health science and creative technologies, as well as careers in law, accounting, marketing, nursing, paramedicine and sport. AUT is also at the forefront of innovative research in areas such as biotechnology, artificial intelligence and nutrition. We are proud to offer pathways from foundation studies right through to PhD level. AUT’s close links with business and industry make our graduate employment rate the envy of our peers. The AUT University Certificate in Foundation Studies has been taught exclusively by ACG Pathways since 2003. The programme has been designed to prepare international students for entry into AUT’s undergraduate degree programmes by equipping them with essential subject knowledge, English language proficiency and tertiary study skills. The AUT University Certificate in Foundation Studies is accredited by Universities New Zealand and is recognised for entry into all New Zealand universities. I am pleased to advise that the success rate of students who completed the AUT University Certificate in Foundation Studies and then commenced AUT degrees has exceeded that of other student groups. On behalf of AUT University, I welcome you to our Certificate in Foundation Studies and look forward to welcoming you to the University on successful completion of your studies. Derek McCormack Vice-Chancellor 2
WHY STUDY WITH US?
AUT University is New Zealand’s second-largest and fastest-growing university with three
Auckland campuses. The University is particularly well known for its strong industry links and
high graduate employment rate.
#
1 in Australasia and TOP
#15 worldwide
for International
Outlook*
2% of universities
worldwide**
QS Stars for
Internationalisation, 60+
5 Teaching, Employability,
Facilities and
research centres
and institutes with
Inclusiveness** world-class expertise
OVER
5,400
international
students from
149 countries
*Times Higher Education 2018
**QS World University Rankings 2018
3
STUDY IN NEW ZEALAND
RUSSIA
EUROPE
CHINA NORTH AMERICA
INDIA CENTRAL AMERICA
AFRICA
PACIFIC OCEAN
SOUTH AMERICA
SOUTHEAST ASIA
AUSTRALIA
NEW ZEALAND
#1
Least Corrupt
Country
in the World*
Auckland
#1
Hamilton Tauranga
in Worldwide
Educating for
the Future**
Wellington #3
Most Peaceful
Country
in the World***
Christchurch
#8
Happiest
Country
Dunedin
in the World^
New Zealand
qualifications are
recognised globally
*Corruption Perceptions Index 2017, Transparency International
**Worldwide Educating for the Future Index, The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU)
***Global Peace Index 2018, Institute for Economics & Peace
^World Happiness Report 2018
4
Relaxing outside Britomart, central Auckland Kayaking at Devonport
Downtown Auckland Walking in Duder Regional Park
Mount Eden, Auckland Wynyard Quarter, central Auckland
NEW ZEALAND'S
LARGEST CITY – AUCKLAND
5
ACG Pathways
Campus AUT City Campus
AUT Manukau Campus
STUDY IN AUCKLAND
Auckland, ‘the City of Sails’, is a modern and dynamic Pacific Rim city and important
international centre.
Positioned at the top of New Zealand’s North Island, Auckland stretches across a narrow
isthmus separating west from east and is home to over 1.5 million people.
For more information on studying in Auckland, visit:
• aucklandnz.com/study
• aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
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AUT North Shore Campus
3rd Top New Zealand city
Most Liveable City for job opportunities, climate,
in the world* environment and lifestyle***
in Top 25 13th ranked city
Student Cities in the world for responding to
worldwide** future challenges~
*Mercer Quality of Living Index 2018
**QS World University Rankings 2018
***newzealandnow.govt.nz
~WSP Global Cities Index 2018
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AUT UNIVERSITY
CERTIFICATE IN
FOUNDATION STUDIES
The AUT University Certificate in Foundation Studies Subjects
programme puts students on a pathway to their
degree of choice by helping them achieve the entry Compulsory:
requirements they need and preparing them for the • English I and II
challenges of degree-level study.
• Tertiary Study Skills
Students enrol and receive two offers of place: • Culture and Society
• a Letter of Offer for the Certificate in Foundation
Optional:
Studies
• Accounting
• a conditional Offer of Place for an undergraduate
degree at AUT University • Algebra
• Biology
When a student successfully completes the Certificate
in Foundation Studies (and meets other admission • Calculus
requirements), AUT sends them a confirmed Offer of • Chemistry
Place. Note that the qualification the student receives
after successfully completing the course is accredited • Design Studio
by Universities New Zealand and is recognised for • Drawing
entry into all New Zealand universities.
• History
Campus location • Macroeconomics
Classes are delivered at the ACG Pathways Campus • Microeconomics
at 345 Queen Street, Auckland – just five minutes’
walk from the AUT University city campus. • Physics (Mechanics or Electricity)
The ACG Pathways campus has top-quality • Quantitative Methods
facilities, including well-equipped and air-conditioned • Statistics
classrooms and computer laboratories.
Note that not all subjects are available each term.
Academic entry requirements
Term dates
Students must be at least 16 years of age and be able
to show proof of successful academic experience and The academic year is divided into four terms, with
qualifications at: short breaks between each term and a longer
break between Term 4 and Term 1. There are four
• New Zealand Year 12 level (NCEA Level 2); or
intakes per year. Attendance at Orientation is
• Grade 12/11 (Asia); or required for all new foundation studies students (see
page 9 for start dates inclusive of Orientation).
• Senior high school 3rd/2nd year, or equivalent
Orientation introduces students to the ACG
Digital learning Pathways foundation studies programmes,
ACG makes full use of modern technology and digital with information on academic subject selection,
learning to deliver a current and engaging programme banking advice, pastoral care and IT support.
to students.
• Each student receives an iPad for full access to 2019 term dates (exclusive of Orientation)
course materials for the duration of their course Term 1 Mon 4 February–Fri 12 April
• ACG Pathways was acknowledged as an Apple Term 2 Tues 30 April–Wed 26 June
Distinguished School, reflecting the school’s
Term 3 Mon 22 July–Fri 20 September
innovative use of technology in teaching to
effectively support student learning goals Term 4 Tues 8 October–Fri 13 December
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PROGRAMME OPTIONS
To enrol in the AUT University Certificate in Foundation Studies, students select a programme option that best
suits their academic level and English language proficiency. Students who have not achieved the required level
of English can enrol in an English course on any Monday* throughout the year at ACG English School.
FAST-TRACK STANDARD PLUS
6 MONTHS (2 TERMS) 12 MONTHS (4 TERMS)
Students must be able to show proof of English Students must be able to show proof of English
language proficiency at the level of: language proficiency at the level of:
• IELTS 6.0 (minimum of 5.0 in all bands); or • IELTS 5.0 (minimum of 4.5 in all bands); or
• equivalent in ACG English Language Test • equivalent in ACG English Language Test
(ACGELT); or (ACGELT); or
• ACG English School Academic Level 5; or • ACG English School Academic Level 3; or
• agreed equivalent • agreed equivalent
START DATES (inclusive of Orientation) START DATES (inclusive of Orientation)
2019 2019
31 January, 29 April, 18 July, 7 October 31 January, 29 April, 18 July, 7 October
FEES FEES
2019 2019
NZ$18,000 NZ$27,000
STANDARD EXTENDED
8–9 MONTHS (3 TERMS) 18 MONTHS (6 TERMS)
Students must be able to show proof of English Students must be able to show proof of English
language proficiency at the level of: language proficiency at the level of:
• IELTS 5.5 (minimum of 5.0 in all bands); or • IELTS 4.5 (minimum of 4.0 in all bands); or
• equivalent in ACG English Language Test • equivalent in ACG English Language Test
(ACGELT); or (ACGELT); or
• ACG English School Academic Level 4; or • ACG English School Academic Level 2; or
• agreed equivalent • agreed equivalent
START DATES (inclusive of Orientation) START DATES (inclusive of Orientation)
2019 2019
31 January, 29 April, 18 July, 7 October 31 January, 29 April, 18 July, 7 October
FEES FEES
2019 2019
NZ$20,500 NZ$41,000
Additional fees
Airport greeting and transfer fee (one way, per person) NZ$110
Medical and travel insurance^ (12 months) NZ$633
Resource and Course Materials Fee (courses up to one year) NZ$700
Subject examination fees NZ$350
IELTS examination fees (only for degrees requiring IELTS) NZ$385
*or Tuesday where Monday is a public holiday
^International students are required to have comprehensive medical and travel insurance while in New Zealand. ACG will
arrange cover for students through the Southern Cross International Student travel insurance policy to cover the duration
of the student visa. For full details, visit scti.co.nz/international-student
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YOUR INTEREST
Interested in Business?
Interested in Hospitality
and Tourism?
Interested in Science
and Technology?
Interested in
Engineering?
Interested in Design or
Creative Technologies?
Interested in Arts and
Social Studies?
Not sure yet which
degree path you
wish to take?
10CHOOSE SUBJECTS QUALIFICATION CAREER OUTCOMES
Below are just some of the careers
AUT graduates go on to
Choose from the range Accountant, business analyst,
of business subjects and banker, operations manager,
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS sales or marketing manager,
build a solid foundation for
your business degree tax advisor, policy advisor
Choose from the range of BACHELOR OF Events manager, hotel operations
business and English-rich INTERNATIONAL manager, venue manager,
subjects and build knowledge HOSPITALITY OR tourism marketing, catering
and skills for your future TOURISM MANAGEMENT manager, restaurateur
Laboratory manager, research
Choose any of Chemistry,
scientist, quality control
Biology, Mathematics or BACHELOR OF SCIENCE/ technician, marine biologist,
business-related subjects HEALTH SCIENCE secondary school teacher, nurse,
to support a successful
microbiologist, geneticist
start at university
Analyst, consultant engineer,
Choose at least two of hardware/software developer,
Algebra, Calculus, Statistics, BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING/ project manager, quantity surveyor,
Physics–Mechanics, Physics– ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY R&D engineer, systems engineer,
Electricity for an excellent network engineering manager,
career path in engineering operations research manager
There is no subject
Graphic designer, interior designer,
requirement for these degrees
BACHELOR OF DESIGN/ web designer, industrial designer,
but as Design and Visual
VISUAL ARTS/CREATIVE marketing coordinator, production
Arts applicants need to
TECHNOLOGIES assistant, visual merchandiser,
submit a portfolio, consider
film and TV producer, film editor
choosing Design or Drawing
Choose any of History, Content writer, publisher, editor,
Quantitative Methods teacher, retail sales manager,
or Statistics, then add BACHELOR OF ARTS/
EDUCATION technical writer, psychologist,
three additional subjects criminologist, social worker,
that interest you intelligence analyst
AUT University offers degree
options across many faculties
where foundation studies
subjects can be flexible – BACHELOR DEGREE The possibilities are endless!
study the subjects you enjoy
and let us help you choose
the perfect degree for you
11A DEGREE FROM AUT
AUT University is proud to produce graduates
who are not just career-ready but world-ready
The four C’s (curiosity, creativity, connection and Orientation offers students the chance to meet
collaboration) form a new global currency and are fellow students studying for the same qualification,
at the core of AUT’s teaching philosophy, ensuring get familiar with the campus layout and all the
students thrive in a world of rapid technological support available to them, and get connected to
change. free Wi-Fi!
AUT faculties Studying and assignments
The five AUT University faculties are: Most AUT University students have around four
hours of class time (lectures, tutorials, workshops
• Faculty of Business, Economics and Law
or labs) per 15-point paper, per week.
• Faculty of Culture and Society
Students should also aim for around six hours of
• Faculty of Design and Creative Technologies individual study per paper, making a total of 10
hours of study per 15-point paper, per week.
• Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences
Since most students study 60 points per semester,
• Faculty of Maori and Indigenous Development
this means they should expect to study for up to 40
(Te Ara Poutama)
hours a week in total.
Learn more about AUT courses at:
For successful study students should know how to:
aut.ac.nz/study/study-options
• Take notes during lectures
The academic year
• Find and read journal articles and books
The AUT academic year is split into three terms:
Semesters 1 and 2, plus Summer School. • Understand and use referencing
• Semester 1: late February–late June • Apply academic integrity
• Semester 2: mid-July–early November The AUT University Certificate in Foundation
Studies offers a Tertiary Study Skills course to help
• Summer School: late November–early February students learn these study skills.
Some degree programmes have both Semester 1
and Semester 2 intakes (see pages 14–15).
For more information on AUT University, visit:
AUT Orientation • aut.ac.nz
AUT Orientation is a great way for students to • facebook.com/autuni
begin their study journey.
• youtube.com/autuniversity
12AUT CAMPUS
INFORMATION
Once students successfully complete the AUT Helping students succeed
University Certificate in Foundation Studies
programme and are fully enrolled at AUT The Library & Learning Support team has a wide
University, they qualify for the following services range of services and digital resources to help
and opportunities: develop academic skills, including workshops
showing students how to study smarter, not
Student Hub harder.
AUT Student Hub can help with any kind of query. A Peer Mentor programme matches new students
There is a Student Hub at each of AUT’s three with a senior student who has already completed
campuses where specialist staff can assist with papers they are studying.
anything from enrolment to matters beyond
university, such as visa and immigration support, First language support
or accommodation questions. Many of AUT’s student ambassadors and Student
Hub staff on campus are multilingual.
Transport
The University also has a dedicated Chinese
Shuttle buses transport students and staff Centre to provide pastoral and academic
between campuses, and city and campus tours assistance to Chinese-speaking students.
are offered during Orientation.
Get involved
Students are encouraged to join a club to meet
like-minded students and make lifelong friends
– choose from a range of student-run social,
academic and cultural groups.
AUT Edge Award
The AUT Edge Award rewards student
involvement in volunteering, leadership and
employability activities.
Future employers look for graduates with skills in
collaboration, co-operation, community, curiosity,
communication and creativity, and the AUT Edge
Award helps students develop these skills.
Students who receive an AUT Edge Award will
have this acknowledged on their official academic
transcript.
International exchange
Many AUT students have the opportunity to
study at one of the University’s overseas partner
institutions and credit the points earned overseas
to their AUT undergraduate degree.
To see a list of AUT’s overseas partner institutions,
visit: aut.ac.nz/studentlife
13AUT ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
For Certificate in Foundation Studies students applying for entry to AUT University in 2019/2020
All AUT University undergraduate degree offers require the following minimum University Entrance (UE) marks from the Certificate in Foundation Studies: eight papers (each with a pass
rate of 50%) made up of four compulsory papers (English I and II, Culture & Society, Tertiary Study Skills), and four optional academic papers (see page 8).
Minimum University
Course Additional
Entrance marks Semester Minimum English
Undergraduate course length requirements and
(out of 400) for four intake language requirements
(years) subjects
academic papers
Culture and Society
Bachelor of Arts (Children and Learning, Chinese Studies, Conflict
February and July
Resolution, Creative Writing, Criminology, Culinary Arts, Economics,
(New Zealand English II (65% minimum), or
Education, English and New Media Studies, Event Management,
200 Sign Language 3 IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band
International Studies, Japanese Studies, Maori Development,
and Deaf Studies below 5.5), or equivalent #
New Zealand Sign Language and Deaf Studies, Psychology, Social
March only)
Sciences)
Bachelor of International Hospitality Management (Accommodation, English II (65% minimum), or
Event Management, Food and Beverage, Human Resource 200 February and July 3 IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band
Management, Marketing, Tourism) below 5.5), or equivalent #
English II (65% minimum), or
Bachelor of International Tourism Management
200 February and July 3 IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band
Destination Management, Travel Management
below 5.5), or equivalent #
English II (65% minimum) and
February and July IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum
Interview, listening test
Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting, NZSL-English Interpreting, Translation) 200 (NZSL March 3 of 7.0 in Speaking and Writing
and writing test
only) and a minimum of 6.5 in Reading
and Listening
Police clearance, referee
reports, disclosure form/
personal declaration,
English II (65% minimum) and
Bachelor of Education [Specialty] Teaching (Early Childhood, Primary) interview, literacy and
200 February and July 3 IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum
(Available at North and South campuses) numeracy assessments.
of 7.0 in all bands
Must meet the Education
Council of Aotearoa New
Zealand requirements.
Business, Economics and Law
Bachelor of Business (Accounting, Economics, Finance, Human
English II (65% minimum), or
Resource Management and Employment Relations, Information
200 February and July 3 IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band
Systems, International Business and Strategy, Management,
below 5.5), or equivalent #
Marketing, Advertising, Retailing and Sales)
English II (65% minimum), or
Bachelor of Laws 200 February 4 IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band
below 5.5), or equivalent #
Design and Creative Technologies
Bachelor of Communication Studies (Advertising Creativity, Creative English II (70% minimum), or
CV, letter of application,
Industries, Digital Media, Journalism, Public Relations, Radio, 260 February and July 3 IELTS 6.5 overall with no bands
writing test, and interview
Television and Screen Production) below 6.0, or equivalent
English II (65% minimum), or
An average of 70% or
Bachelor of Creative Technologies 240 February 3 IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band
higher in any two subjects
below 5.5), or equivalent
Bachelor of Design (Communication Design, Digital Design,Fashion English II (70% minimum), or
Design, Industrial Design, Interaction Design [subject to CUAP 240 February 3 Portfolio IELTS 6.5 overall with no bands
approval], Spatial Design, Textile Design) below 6.0, or equivalent #
English II (70% minimum), or
Bachelor of Visual Arts 240 February 3 Portfolio IELTS 6.5 overall with no bands
below 6.0, or equivalent #
Must have passed at least English II (65% minimum), or
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences (Analytics,
200 February and July 3 two of Algebra, Calculus IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band
Applied Mathematics)
and Statistics below 5.5), or equivalent #
Must have passed at least
Algebra and Calculus and English II (65% minimum), or
Bachelor of Science (Astronomy) 200 February and July 3 any two of Statistics, IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band
Physics - Mechanics and below 5.5), or equivalent #
Physics - Electricity
Must have passed Algebra English II (65% minimum), or
Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) 200 February and July 3 and at least one of IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band
Statistics or Calculus below 5.5), or equivalent #
Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences (Analytics, Must have passed Algebra English II (65% minimum), or
Computational Intelligence, Computer Science, IT Service Science, 200 February and July 3 and at least one of IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band
Networks and Security, Software Development) Statistics or Calculus below 5.5), or equivalent #
Must achieve a minimum
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) (Architectural Engineering, of 65% in at least two
English II (65% minimum), or
Construction Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, of Algebra, Calculus,
300 February and July 4 IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band
Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Software Statistics, Physics –
below 5.5), or equivalent #
Engineering) Mechanics, Physics –
Electricity
Must have passed at least
Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Building Engineering, Building
two of Algebra, Calculus, English II (65% minimum), or
Services Engineering, Computer and Mobile Systems Engineering,
240 February and July 3 Statistics, Physics – IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band
Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Network and
Mechanics, Physics – below 5.5), or equivalent #
Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering)
ElectricityMinimum University
Course Minimum
Entrance marks Semester
Undergraduate course length Additional requirements and subjects English language
(out of 400) for four intake
(years) requirements
academic papers
Health and Environmental Sciences
English II (65% minimum),
Must be capable of meeting Vulnerable Children’s
February or IELTS 6.0 overall (with
Bachelor of Health Science** 200 3 Act (VCA Act) requirements, including police
and July no band below 5.5), or
vetting and referee reports
equivalent #
Bachelor of Health Science (Case Management, English II (65% minimum),
Must be capable of meeting Vulnerable Children’s
Counselling,Health Administration, Public and or IELTS 6.0 overall (with
200 February 3 Act (VCA Act) requirements, including police
Environmental Health [degree name change subject no band below 5.5), or
vetting and referee reports
to CUAP approval], Managing Care of Older Person)** equivalent #
Must be capable of meeting Health Practitioners
Competence Assurance Act (HPCA Act) and
English II (65% minimum)
Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedicine) ∞ February Vulnerable Children’s Act (VCA Act) requirements,
275 3 and IELTS 6.5 overall with
and July including police vetting, immunisation screening
no band below 6.5
and referee reports. At least one subject from
Biology, Chemistry, Algebra, Statistics
English II (65% minimum),
Must be capable of meeting Vulnerable Children’s
February or IELTS 6.0 overall (with
Bachelor of Health Science (Psychology)** 200 3 Act (VCA Act) requirements, including police
and July no band below 5.5), or
vetting and referee reports
equivalent #
Must be capable of meeting Health Practitioners English II (65% minimum)
3 Competence Assurance Act (HPCA Act) and and IELTS 7.0 overall with
(includes Vulnerable Children’s Act (VCA Act) requirements, Writing and Reading not
Bachelor of Health Science (Midwifery)* ∞ + 275 February
Summer including police vetting, immunisation screening less than 6.5 and
School) and referee reports, at least one subject from Listening and Speaking not
Biology, Chemistry, Algebra, Statistics less than 7.0
Must be capable of meeting Health Practitioners
Competence Assurance Act (HPCA Act) and
English II (65% minimum)
February Vulnerable Children’s Act (VCA Act) requirements,
Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing)* ∞ 275 3 and IELTS 6.5 overall with
and July including police vetting, immunisation screening
no band below 6.5
and referee reports. At least one subject from
Biology, Chemistry, Algebra, Statistics
Must be capable of meeting Health Practitioners
Competence Assurance Act (HPCA Act) and English II (65% minimum)
Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy,
275 February 3 or 4 Vulnerable Children’s Act (VCA Act) requirements, and IELTS 7.0 overall with
Physiotherapy [4 years], Podiatry)* ∞
including police vetting, immunisation screening no band below 6.5
and referee reports
Must be capable of meeting Health Practitioners
Competence Assurance Act (HPCA Act) and
English II (65% minimum)
Vulnerable Children’s Act (VCA Act) requirements,
Bachelor of Health Science (Oral Health)* ∞ 275 February 3 and IELTS 7.0 overall with
including police vetting, immunisation screening
no band below 6.5
and referee reports. At least one subject from
Biology, Chemistry, Algebra, Statistics
* ∞ Must be capable of meeting Health
English II (65% minimum)
Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (HPCA
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science* 200 February 4 and IELTS 6.5 overall with
Act) requirements, including police vetting. Must
no band below 6.0
study Statistics, Chemistry, Biology
Bachelor of Science (Applied Conservation, Biomedical
English II (65% minimum),
Science, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Food
February Preference given to students who have studied at or IELTS 6.0 overall (with
Safety, Food Science, Geospatial Science, Health 200 3
and July least two science subjects no band below 5.5), or
Protection, Marine Biology, Microbiology) Psychology,
equivalent #
Geoscience, Molecular Genetics)
Bachelor of Sport and Recreation (Coaching, Health English II (65% minimum),
Must be capable of meeting Vulnerable Children’s
and Physical Education, Exercise Science and February or IELTS 6.0 overall (with
200 3 Act (VCA Act) requirements, including police
Nutrition, Management, Outdoor Education, Sport and July no band below 5.5), or
vetting and referee reports
and Exercise Science) equivalent #
* The professional body (Registration Board) may impose additional Academic advisers can provide further advice on papers most likely to
requirements at registration. The requirements detailed in the current AUT provide the best foundation for selected degrees. ‘Academic papers’ refers
Calendar take precedence if different from those on this page. to the four subjects taken in addition to Tertiary Study Skills, Culture &
** Students enrolled in these degrees may apply for a limited number of places Society, English I and English II in the Certificate in Foundaiton Studies.
that might be available in named clinical degrees. Students must complete the full requirements of 120 points, and gain C-
∞ Limited places. Successful completion of the Certificate in Foundation passes or higher in all subjects to be awarded University Entrance (UE) and
Studies does not guarantee entry into these degrees. the Certificate.
# Students who gain an English II score of between 50–65% may submit an A = Excellent achievement: A+ = 90%, A = 85–89%, A- = 80–84%
IELTS (Academic) for programme entry. The required IELTS score for each B = Very Good achievement: B+ = 75–79%, B = 70–74%, B- = 65–69%
programme is listed in the current AUT Calendar. Students who achieve 65% C = Pass: C+ = 60–64%, C = 55–59%, C- = 50–54%
in English II are deemed to have met the English language entry level of IELTS D = Fail
6.0, while 70% or higher is deemed equivalent to IELTS 6.5. Students who To gain automatic admission to the degrees listed requires the minimum
achieve less than the stipulated percentage mark in English II are required to marks (where stipulated) and approval of published additional
present an IELTS score in addition to gaining a C- pass in this subject. requirements, in addition to completion of the Certificate in Foundation
+ Four-year degree condensed to three-year degree (Summer School Studies. The above information is correct as at September 2018, and is
compulsory) subject to change.
15WELFARE AND
ACCOMMODATION
We care about our students
The wellbeing of our students is our top priority. We
know that to study successfully and achieve good results,
students must be comfortable in their study and living
environments. We abide by the government’s Pastoral
Care of International Students Code of Practice in
everything we do.
We provide:
• Orientation day for all students
• A low ratio of students to each programme dean,
allowing for dedicated support
• Student support advisors, available to help with
questions, support or advice
• Activities and trips, as part of the curriculum for some
subjects
• Regular homestay checks by homestay staff (students
may also give feedback confidentially)
• Opportunities to build knowledge of AUT University and
meet ex-foundation studies students studying at the Accommodation
University
While studying in New Zealand international students
may choose to live with their parent(s) or a designated
caregiver. To get the most out of experiencing New
Zealand life though, students are encouraged to live with
a family in homestay accommodation.
Homestay
Homestay accommodation includes a room for the
student with a bed, desk, adequate heating and internet
access. Meals include breakfast and dinner Monday–
Friday, and breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturdays/
Sundays/public and school holidays. Laundry is also
included.
Homestay Plus families accommodate up to two
international students at a time. A separate bathroom is
available for the student(s).
• A 24/7 call centre number is provided for help in case of
emergency
• All accommodation arrangements are thoroughly
checked — each homestay family is interviewed, and the
home inspected to our satisfaction before we arrange a
student placement
• All homestay providers sign a contract agreeing to
specific rules and standards and undergo a vetting
procedure by New Zealand Police
• All students under the age of 18 are visited in their
accommodation a minimum of three times per year by
homestay staff
• All payments are made to the homestay provider via
the New Education Group Student Fees Trust
16ACCOMMODATION FEES
Homestay fees
Homestay fees are weekly rates*. Additional days are charged at one-seventh the weekly rate. Note that for homestay
placements in Auckland Central** the weekly fee increases by NZ$30.
• Auckland students under 18 NZ$305 per week (Homestay Plus NZ$340)+
• Auckland students 18 years and over NZ$290 per week (Homestay Plus NZ$325)+
*Weekly rate includes accommodation, laundry and meals (breakfast and dinner Monday–Friday; breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturdays, Sundays,
public holidays and school holidays when student does not return home)
**Auckland Central includes: City Centre, Mt Eden, Epsom, Freemans Bay, Grafton, Greenlane, Grey Lynn, Herne Bay, Kingsland, Newmarket, Newton,
Parnell, Pt Chevalier, Ponsonby, Remuera, St Marys Bay, Sandringham
+Includes a weekly charge for compliance services
Additional fees (if applicable)
• Accommodation Placement Fee* NZ$300
• Under 18 Accommodation Guarantee and Services Fee** NZ$600 per year (or NZ$150 per term)
• Change of Homestay Fee+ NZ$100 per change
• Holiday Retainer Rate~ NZ$100 per week
• Airport greeting and transfer service NZ$110
*Fee charged only where ACG coordinates student accommodation
**Fee charged where a student under 18 lives with a homestay provider arranged by parent/s, student or representative, allowing for accommodation
to be checked once per term to ensure Code of Practice requirements are being met (not payable by New Zealand citizens or permanent residents)
+Fee applies only when a student requests a change of homestay for reasons deemed unacceptable, and/or for a student who frequently changes
homestays (fee charged at discretion of Registrar)
~Weekly rate when student is away on holiday and requests room/belongings be held by homestay host (rate charged after fifth day)
Student apartment
Students over 18 years of age may wish to book student apartment accommodation. Note that this is the
responsibility of the student/parent(s)/agent to arrange. ACG Pathways can supply a list of providers in Auckland.
• Auckland single room (minimum booking: 4 weeks) NZ$240–490 per week approx.
• Security bond* (depends on apartment) from NZ$400 to 4 weeks’ rent approx.
*Partially or fully refunded when a student leaves the accommodation provided it is left in an acceptable condition
17STUDENT STORIES
That’s a wrap
Malaysian-born Priscilla Tho says the AUT University Certificate
in Foundation Studies programme set her up brilliantly for New
Zealand university life.
Although English wasn’t a problem for Priscilla, she knew no one
when she arrived and had no experience of living overseas. The
programme was an ideal choice, giving her time to acclimatise,
embrace opportunities and move out of her comfort zone.
“I became a student ambassador and taught my classmates
about safety. We were affiliated with the New Zealand Police –
we had regular meetings with them and sometimes we’d even go
on patrol. It was really fun!”
Priscilla is now in her final year of a Bachelor of Communication
Studies degree majoring in Television and Screen Production, and
her aim is to produce films.
“I’d love to use my communication and film-producing skills to
create cultural and sociological documentaries to showcase the
various walks of life from around the world.
“University study can be quite challenging, but it’s lots of fun.
I also have amazing friends and teachers who make it more
rewarding.” Image courtesy of Leaving School magazine
Fast-track to success
Englishman Charlie Coulson loved New Zealand from the
moment he arrived, following an overseas travel adventure
and seven years working in England.
He is now studying a degree in Geospatial Science at AUT
University after completing the AUT University Certificate in
Foundation Studies Fast-track programme.
“AUT is a fantastic place to study as there aren’t many
opportunities to study Geospatial Science in the UK. The
career opportunities in this area are astronomical so it was
an easy decision for me.”
Charlie hadn’t finished secondary school in England, so a
Certificate in Foundation Studies was the best option for
him to be able to enter university.
“I wouldn’t have survived the first term at university without
first going to ACG Pathways. After a seven-year break, I
was able to get back into study patterns easily with great
support from the teachers. The material we covered was so
relevant and really prepared me for university success.”
Charlie is learning Mandarin as well as studying for his
degree. He has made many friends from all over the world at
his foundation studies course, university, and his part-time
job at Sky City.
18HOW TO APPLY
Step 1 - Application
Student submits:
• Completed application form
• Copy of most recent school report, or
other qualification(s)
• Copy of passport
• Documentation confirming English
language proficiency
ACG Admissions:
• Receive application
• Review application
• Email Offers of Place and Schedule
of Fees
Step 2 - Enrolment
Student:
• Pays all fees (registration, tuition,
accommodation, insurance and
transfer fees)
• Sends completed Enrolment
Acceptance form
• Sends subject requests (if applicable)
ACG Admissions:
• Issue receipt and confirmation letter
• Issue Code of Practice-compliant
accommodation confirmation
(for students under 18 for visa
application)
Step 3 - Completion
Want to find out more? Student:
We encourage you to contact an • Applies for student visa
ACG representative in your region • Informs ACG of flight details
for more information on studying in
New Zealand, or to answer specific
questions. ACG Admissions:
• Arrange accommodation and send
You may also find the following
details (if requested)
websites helpful:
• universitypathways.acgedu.com • Organise airport greeting and transfer
• acgedu.com to accommodation (if requested)
• enz.govt.nz
19Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students ACG Education and its schools is a signatory to the Education (Pastoral Care of International Students) Code of Practice 2016 (the Code). Published by the New Zealand Ministry of Education and administered by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA), the Code is designed to ensure international students are well informed, safe and properly cared for. You can read about the Code and ACG Education’s obligations to you at www.nzqa.govt.nz/the-code All enquiries and applications to: ACG Pathways Campus 345 Queen St, Auckland PO Box 6199, Wellesley St Auckland 1141 New Zealand T +64-9-307 5399 E international.enquiries@acgedu.com W universitypathways.acgedu.com Every effort was made to present accurate information in this publication at the time of printing (October 2018). ACG Education reserves the right to change information without notice where this is considered necessary or desirable. 20
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