College ProgrammesSubject regulations

University of Waikato College offers a variety of Foundation, Diploma and English language programmes to prepare students for studies at undergraduate and postgraduate degree level. The College is home to students from all over the world, who enjoy a welcoming and diverse student community, and all the support needed to graduate will the skills necessary for higher level study.

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The University of Waikato College offers a variety of international English Language programmes to students including a General English course and tailor-made professional, academic and vocational study tours.
For further information, contact the University of Waikato College.
The Certificate of Attainment in English Language is offered at the University of Waikato College and has three levels, from Elementary to Pre-Intermediate. The level of admission will depend on the student's current level of proficiency in English language.
CAENL001, CAENL002 and CAENL003 are taught in Hamilton and offered on a full-time basis. These papers aim to provide international students whose first language is not English, with a programme which will develop their proficiency in reading, writing, listening and speaking English in a variety of formal and informal contexts in preparation for the higher levels.
For further information, contact the University of Waikato College.
The Certificate of Attainment in Academic English is offered at the University of Waikato College and has five levels, from Intermediate to Advanced. This certificate is for students with an equivalent of an Academic IELTS overall score of 4.0 or higher. The level of admission will depend on the student's current level of proficiency in English language.
CAENL004, CAENL005, CAENL006, CAENL007 and CAENL008 are taught in Hamilton and offered on a full-time basis. Classes focus on the skills needed for successful study in higher education in New Zealand such as academic writing, listening, note-taking, reading, and oral presentation skills. Higher levels can provide entry to the Foundation Studies and Diploma programmes or a range of undergraduate or postgraduate degrees at the University of Waikato.
For further information, contact the University of Waikato College.
The Certificate of Attainment in Foundation Studies provides international students whose first language is not English with a programme that will prepare them for study in a New Zealand university. All students should have achieved an IELTS score of at least 5.5 with no band less than 5.0 (or approved equivalent assessment) prior to admission.
Candidates enrolled in the 120 point CertAttainFoundSt must complete one of two pathways:
1. Hamilton pathway - Students must complete: FOUND001, FOUND021 and FOUND022.
2. China Learning Centre pathway - Students must complete: FOUND072, FOUND073, FOUND074, FOUND075 and FOUND076.
Under both pathways, the remaining points must be selected from: FOUND002, FOUND003, FOUND004, FOUND005, FOUND007, FOUND008, FOUND009, FOUND010, FOUND011, FOUND012, FOUND014 or FOUND015.
Candidates enrolled in the 60 point CertAttainFoundSt must complete FOUND001 and FOUND022. The remaining points must be selected from: FOUND002, FOUND003, FOUND004, FOUND005, FOUND007, FOUND008, FOUND009, FOUND010, FOUND011, FOUND012, FOUND014 or FOUND015.
For further information, contact the University of Waikato College.
The Certificate of University Preparation is a one-trimester programme taught in Hamilton. On successful completion you will gain the equivalent of University Entrance as well as the tools and skills to help you transition to degree-level study.
To complete the Certificate students must pass both FOUND001 and FOUND002 and two of FOUND003, FOUND004, FOUND005, FOUND007, FOUND008, FOUND009, FOUND010, FOUND011, FOUND012, FOUND014 or FOUND015.
For further information, contact the University of Waikato College.
The International Diploma in Business is primarily available to international students as an alternative pathway to enter the second year of the Bachelor of Business (BBus) degree. Students of the IntDip(Bus) must complete ACCTN101, ECONS101, ENSLA100, FINAN101, MGSYS101, MNGMT101, MRKTG101, STMGT101, and the four modules INDIP101, INDIP102, INDIP103 and INDIP104.
The International Diploma in Computer Science is primarily available to international students as an alternative pathway to the second year of a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree with a major in Computer Science or Data Analytics, or the Bachelor of Computer Science (BCompSc) degree. Students of the IntDip(CompSc) must complete COMPX101, COMPX102, DATAX111, ENSLA100, MATHS135, MATHS165, and the four modules INDIP101, INDIP102, INDIP103 and INDIP104.
Students wishing to progress to the BSc should also complete COMPX161 and one of CSMAX175 or MATHS168.
Students wishing to progress to the BCompSc should take MGSYS101, and one of CSMAX175 or MATHS168.
For further information, contact the University of Waikato College.
The DipPP is a Pre-Masters programme primarily available to international students as an alternative pathway to enter specific Masters qualifications.
The qualification regulations define the requirements for the DipPP.
To complete the DipPP students must complete FOUND101, FOUND201, FOUND202, FOUND300, FOUND302, FOUND303 and FOUND304.
For further information, contact the University of Waikato College.

College Programmes papers

Code and paper title	Points	Occurrence/Location The study locations.
CAENL001Elementary English 1 This paper provides English language training at low-elementary level. It provides basic training in face-to-face communication with an emphasis on...	43	25I (Hamilton) & 25J (Hamilton) & 25K (Hamilton) & 25L (Hamilton)
CAENL002Elementary English 2 This paper is intended for learners at elementary level to develop listening and speaking skills. The range of linguistic contexts is expanded and...	43	25I (Hamilton) & 25J (Hamilton) & 25K (Hamilton) & 25L (Hamilton)
CAENL003Pre-Intermediate English Learners’ abilities to use English for communicative purposes are extended and a more integrated approach is taken to developing the four language...	43	25I (Hamilton) & 25J (Hamilton) & 25K (Hamilton) & 25L (Hamilton)
CAENL004Intermediate English (Academic English) At intermediate level language skills are developed systematically. The range of language functions developed through listening and speaking skills...	43	25I (Hamilton) & 25J (Hamilton) & 25K (Hamilton) & 25L (Hamilton)
CAENL005Upper Intermediate English 1 (Academic English) This paper develops effective strategies in managing academic study in western educational contexts. Proficiency is enhanced in areas such as...	43	25I (Hamilton) & 25J (Hamilton) & 25K (Hamilton) & 25L (Hamilton)
CAENL006Upper Intermediate English 2 (Academic English) At post-intermediate level academic study skills development continues and is extended into areas such as library research projects, summarising and...	43	25I (Hamilton) & 25J (Hamilton) & 25K (Hamilton) & 25L (Hamilton) & 25Z (Hamilton)
CAENL007Advanced English 1 (Academic English) The reading and writing skills required for project, dissertation and thesis work are further refined at this level and learners explore the...	43	25I (Hamilton) & 25J (Hamilton) & 25K (Hamilton) & 25L (Hamilton) & 25Z (Hamilton)
CAENL008Advanced English 2 (Academic English) The development of reading and writing skills focuses further on the purposes structures and style of particular academic texts. More specialised...	43	25I (Hamilton) & 25K (Hamilton) & 25L (Hamilton) & 25Z (Hamilton)
FOUND001Academic Essentials This paper introduces students to the academic context and learning strategies aimed to foster success in university study. Students will develop...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND002Foundations of Critical Thought This paper introduces students to ways of analysing information people encounter in their everyday lives and in university papers. We begin by...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND003Foundations of Arts This paper introduces students to the study of the arts, primarily through exploring human engagement with stories, both fictional and nonfictional...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND004Foundations of Social Sciences This paper introduces students to the social sciences. We begin by considering what the social sciences are, and consider when, where, how, and why...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND005Foundations of Business Studies This paper introduces students to the key concepts of strategic management, marketing, supply chain, management systems and digital business and how...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND007Foundations of Calculus The aim of this paper is to introduce students to concepts of calculus. We begin with basic algebra, functions, and co-ordinate geometry. The...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND008Foundations of Mathematics and Statistics The aim of this paper is to strengthen students' mathematical skills and deepen their understanding of key mathematical concepts. We begin with...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND009Foundations of Biology The aim of this paper is to deepen students' understanding of key concepts in biology. We begin with cells, genes, and heredity. Then we devote time...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND010Foundations of Chemistry The aim of this paper is to deepen students' understanding of key concepts in organic and inorganic chemistry. We begin with properties of subatomic...	15	No occurrences
FOUND011Foundations of Physics The aim of this paper is to develop students' understanding of Physics by exploring some of the principles that underlie the physical realm. We begin...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND012Foundations of Science This paper will introduce students to the nature of Science, scientific inquiry, and fundamental scientific conceptual frameworks. We begin by...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND014Foundations of Business Financials This paper introduces students to the wider financial world. Throughout the paper students will learn about the concepts and interconnections between...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND015Foundations of Health Drawing on Maaori, Pacific and western knowledges, students will develop a holistic and authentic knowledge of themselves in relation to health and...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND021English for Foundation Studies 1 This paper uses a framework of relevant contemporary topics, including Te Ao Māori to develop students' language competence. We will begin by...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND022English for Foundation Studies 2 This paper uses a framework of relevant contemporary topics, including Te Ao Māori to enhance students' language competence. We will begin by...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)

Code and paper title	Points	Occurrence/Location The study locations.
FOUND101English for Academic Purposes 1 Students are introduced to academic discourse, academic research process, and New Zealand university systems, including academic integrity. They will...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
INDIP101English for Academic Purposes This module is part of a suite of four modules designed to develop English language skills for academic purposes as well as cultivate the study...	0	25A (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
INDIP102Positive Learning Practices This module is part of a suite of four modules designed to develop English language skills for academic purposes as well as cultivate the study...	0	25A (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton) & 25W (Hamilton)
INDIP103Academic Skills and Practices This module is part of a suite of four modules designed to develop English language skills for academic purposes as well as cultivate the study...	0	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton)
INDIP104Critical Reflection This module is part of a suite of modules designed to develop English language skills for academic purposes as well as cultivate the study skills...	0	25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)

Code and paper title	Points	Occurrence/Location The study locations.
FOUND201English for Academic Purposes 2 This paper provides students with the opportunity to further develop their academic literacy skills, including enhanced understanding and...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND202Personal and Professional Capabilities This paper enables students to obtain the personal and professional capabilities they need to succeed in postgraduate study in New Zealand. Students...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)

Code and paper title	Points	Occurrence/Location The study locations.
FOUND300New Zealand Context and Society Students will develop an understanding of how culture, heritage and New Zealand specific environments influence aspects of New Zealand life. Students...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND302Professional Communication This paper will focus on the skills required to communicate clearly in a variety of oral, written and digital formats to a variety of specialist and...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND303Professional Project Students undertake a practical project in the context of a New Zealand organisation or industry and report on their findings. This project provides...	30	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)
FOUND304Research Methods Students will develop an understanding of different research and data collection and analysis methods and will be able to select the appropriate...	15	25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25C (Hamilton)

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College ProgrammesSubject regulations

Other qualifications

Non-Assessed English Language Courses

Certificate of Attainment in English Language (CertAttainEngLang)

Certificate of Attainment in Academic English (CertAttainAcadEng)

Certificate of Attainment in Foundation Studies (CertAttainFoundSt)

Certificate of University Preparation (CUP)

International Diploma (IntDip)

Diploma in Postgraduate Preparation - Pre-Masters (DipPP)

College Programmes papers