Course details

Summary

Develop your skills and knowledge to help you progress into further study at diplomas and degrees level

Programme Overview

This one-semester programme provides an initial pathway for entering tertiary study in preparation for further qualification at Levels 5-7 (diplomas and degrees). Two strands are offered, health science and social services.

Programme Outline

Health Science Strand

• Academic Communication 2
• Career Pathways in Aotearoa New Zealand
• Biology 2
• Chemistry 2

This strand can lead to further study at Whitireia:

• Bachelor of Nursing
• Bachelor of Nursing 毛利
• Bachelor of Nursing Pacific
• Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic)
• New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing

Social Services Strand

• Academic Communication 2
• Career Pathways in Aotearoa NZ
• Social Sciences for Degree Study
• Social Psychology

This strand can lead to further study at Whitireia:

• New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community) - Mental Health and Addiction
• Bachelor of Social Work

This strand can lead to further study at WelTec:

• Certificate in Alcohol and Drug Studies (Support Work)
• Diploma in Alcohol and Drug Studies
• Diploma in Health Psychology: Hauora Hinengaro
• Certificate in Trauma Studies
• Diploma in Trauma Management
• Bachelor of Addiction Studies
• Bachelor of Counselling
• Bachelor of Youth Development

Entry criteria

At least 10 credits NCEA Level 2 literacy and 10 credits NCEA Level 2 numeracy or equivalent

International students

Proven equivalence of entry requirements plus IELTS 6.0 (no band lower than 5.5)