Certificate in University Studies
Certificate in University Studies
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Upcoming start dates
November Summer School - 11 Nov 2024
Semester 1 - 17 Feb 2025
Semester 2 - 14 Jul 2025
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Qualification
Certificate and Diplomas
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Duration
0.5 years full-time
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Credits
60
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Location
Lincoln University Campus or Online
Lincoln’s Certificate in University Studies is a unique qualification that prepares you for further study, and opens the way for you to enter a degree programme.
In just one semester of full-time study, Lincoln’s Certificate in University Studies will provide you with the grounding in academic study so you can fulfil your ambition to enter a degree programme at New Zealand’s world-recognised centre of land-based education. You’ll expand your potential through language, writing and study skills. Then progress to grow your understanding and abilities in communication, technology, mathematics, economics and environment topics. When you’ve completed the Certificate in University Studies, you’ll be able to transfer to the Diploma in University Studies, and then onto to a Bachelor’s Degree. (Please note, this certificate is not a university entrance qualification in itself.)
How you’ll grow
- Develop your writing, study and language skills so that you’re ready for higher levels of learning right up to Bachelor’s Degree level.
- Develop your numeracy and build a base of understanding around economics.
- Begin to build your awareness of the contexts, priorities and challenges with managing environments from Lincoln – a world-recognised land-based university renowned for enhancing our relationship with the land.
Programme information
- 58 NCEA credits at Level 2 or higher (including 30 credits over three approved subjects).
- Plus University Entrance literacy and numeracy.
- Other pathways may be considered.
If you have an overseas qualification, you can find out more about entry requirements here.
If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about English language requirements.
Summary of Regulations
All of the following:
- Must pass four compulsory courses
What's it going to cost?
Learn more by using the Domestic Fees Calculator or viewing the International Fees.
Study starts:
- Semester 1 (late February)
- Semester 2 (mid-July)
- Summer Semester (early November)
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Entry requirements
- 58 NCEA credits at Level 2 or higher (including 30 credits over three approved subjects).
- Plus University Entrance literacy and numeracy.
- Other pathways may be considered.
If you have an overseas qualification, you can find out more about entry requirements here.
If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about English language requirements.
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Regulations and fees
Summary of Regulations
All of the following:
- Must pass four compulsory courses
What's it going to cost?
Learn more by using the Domestic Fees Calculator or viewing the International Fees.
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Intake semesters
Study starts:
- Semester 1 (late February)
- Semester 2 (mid-July)
- Summer Semester (early November)
Programme Structure
You’re required to pass four compulsory courses. This programme is available both through on-campus study and online delivery.
Semester 1
First study semester
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First study semester
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Language and Writing for Tertiary Study
15 credits
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Mathematics and Statistics for Tertiary Study 1
15 credits
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Communication and Information Technology
15 credits
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Environments, Economies and Numeracies
15 credits
- Compulsory courses
Semester 1 Online
First study semester online
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First study semester online
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Language and Writing for Tertiary Study
15 credits
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Mathematics and Statistics for Tertiary Study 1
15 credits
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Communication and Information Technology
15 credits
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Environments, Economies and Numeracies
15 credits
- Compulsory courses
Online learning requirements
Online delivery of this programme will use Zoom video conferencing. Using the Zoom platform, you’ll be able to participate fully in tutorials and interact with fellow students and lecturers.
To access tutorials on the Zoom platform, you need:
- Broadband wireless or wired internet connection (3G or 4G / LTE)
- Speakers plus microphone, either built-in, USB plug-in or Bluetooth wireless
- Webcam or HD webcam, either built-in or via USB plug-in
- HD cam or HD camcorder with video capture card can be used
Programme contacts
Need more info?
Email us on grow@lincoln.ac.nz
Or call us on 0800 10 60 10
If you're overseas, please call +64 3 423 0000
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