Regulations for The Certificate of University Preparation - CertUniPrep

Official rules and regulations for the Certificate of University Preparation. These regulations are for the 2024 intake to this qualification.

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Qualification Regulations

Part I

These regulations are to be read in conjunction with all other Statutes and Regulations of the University.

Part II

Admission

1. Admission to the Certificate of University Preparation requires that the candidate will meet the University admission requirements as specified, or shall have:

(a) completed Year 13 at a New Zealand secondary school, or equivalent; and:

(b) have achieved at least 14 credits in at least one approved subject at NCEA Level 3 or above, or equivalent; and

(c) have achieved at least 10 credits in at least two other approved subjects at NCEA Level 3 or above, or equivalent; and

(d) have met the literacy and numeracy standards required for University Entrance, or equivalent.

Qualification requirements

2. Candidates for the Certificate of University Preparation shall follow a flexible programme of study, which shall consist of courses totalling at least 60 credits, comprising:

(a) the core courses listed in Schedule A for the Qualification;

(b) courses selected for one pathway as listed in Schedule B for the Certificate of University Preparation; and including:

(c) attending field trips, studios, workshops, tutorials, and laboratories as required.

Specialisations

3. The Certificate of University Preparation is awarded without specialisation.

Completion requirements

4. A candidate’s programme of study may not exceed two academic years from date of first enrolment in a course to be credited to the Certificate of University Preparation.

5. Candidates may be awarded the Certificate when they meet the Admission, Qualification and Academic requirements within the prescribed timeframes.

Unsatisfactory academic progress

6. The general Unsatisfactory Academic Progress regulations will apply.

Schedule for the Certificate of University Preparation

Course planning key

Prerequisites
Courses that need to be completed before moving onto a course at the next level. For example, a lot of 200-level courses have 100-level prerequisite courses.
Corequisites
Courses that must be completed at the same time as another course are known as corequisite courses.
Restrictions
Some courses are restricted against each other because their content is similar. This means you can only choose one of the offered courses to study and credit to your qualification.
Key terms for course planning
Courses
Each qualification has its own specific set of courses. Some universities call these papers. You enrol in courses after you get accepted into Massey.
Course code
Each course is numbered using 6 digits. The fourth number shows the level of the course. For example, in course 219206, the fourth number is a 2, so it is a 200-level course (usually studied in the second year of full-time study).
Credits
Each course is worth a number of credits. You combine courses (credits) to meet the total number of credits needed for your qualification.
Specialisations
Some qualifications let you choose what subject you'd like to specialise in. Your major or endorsement is what you will take the majority of your courses in.

Schedule A: Core courses

Course code: 192042 Study Skills and Strategies 15 credits

An introduction to the study skills and strategies necessary to be successful in the undergraduate tertiary environment.

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Course code: 192043 Critical Academic Skills 15 credits

An introduction to critical thinking, reading, writing and numeracy skills essential for undergraduate studies.

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Schedule B: Specific courses for Pathways

Business Pathway (Choose 30 credits from)

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Course code: 115013 Foundation Management 15 credits

An introduction to the key principles and practices of management and the business environment with a particular focus on business in New Zealand.

Restrictions: 152011

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Course code: 115014 Foundation Economics 15 credits

An introduction to fundamental concepts in Economics.

Restrictions: 178011

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Course code: 115015 Foundation Financial Literacy 15 credits

An introduction to key financial literacy concepts and the application of those concepts to a wide variety of situations including the workplace and business environments.

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Course code: 192011 Foundation Communications 15 credits

An introduction to the skills necessary for successful communication both individually and in groups, and across a variety of contexts.

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Course code: 247005 Foundation Mathematics A 15 credits

An introductory course designed to increase understanding and application of basic mathematics and statistics concepts and skills.

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Humanities/Social Sciences Pathway (Choose 30 credits from)

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Course code: 115014 Foundation Economics 15 credits

An introduction to fundamental concepts in Economics.

Restrictions: 178011

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Course code: 150001 Foundation Māori Culture 15 credits

An introduction to the study of Māori culture, including the principles and implications of biculturalism and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

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Course code: 192011 Foundation Communications 15 credits

An introduction to the skills necessary for successful communication both individually and in groups, and across a variety of contexts.

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Course code: 230001 Foundation Humanities 15 credits

An introduction to a number of humanities disciplines and subject areas through study of the underlying philosophies and values of the humanities.

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Course code: 230002 Foundation Social Sciences 15 credits

An introduction to the concepts, methods and scope of the Social Sciences through study of contemporary social issues in Aotearoa/ New Zealand and in global contexts.

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Science Pathway (Choose 30 credits from)

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Course code: 247004 Foundation Biological Sciences 15 credits

An introduction to cells as the unit of life, evolution as biology's unifying theme, DNA and molecular genetics; the diversity of life, and organisms and their environment.

Restrictions: 119012

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Course code: 247005 Foundation Mathematics A 15 credits

An introductory course designed to increase understanding and application of basic mathematics and statistics concepts and skills.

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Course code: 247006 Foundation Mathematics B 15 credits

An introductory course designed to increase understanding and application of fundamental concepts and skills in mathematics, statistics and geometry. Students are prepared for 100-level courses that require algebraic fluency.

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Course code: 247007 Foundation Chemistry 15 credits

An introduction to the structure of atoms and matter, chemical bonding, simple chemical reactions, calculations involving the mole, acids and bases, reaction rates and equilibrium. Students will learn to name/draw simple organic compounds and conduct basic lab experiments.

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Course code: 247008 Foundation Physics 15 credits

An introduction to physics concepts including motion, forces, energy, electricity, fluids and waves. Students learn to make observations, take measurements and apply problem-solving techniques to answer problems and relate theory to observation.

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Health Pathway (Choose 30 credits from)

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Course code: 150001 Foundation Māori Culture 15 credits

An introduction to the study of Māori culture, including the principles and implications of biculturalism and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

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Course code: 192011 Foundation Communications 15 credits

An introduction to the skills necessary for successful communication both individually and in groups, and across a variety of contexts.

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Course code: 214003 Foundation Human Bioscience 15 credits

An introduction to the core concepts in human biology and basic physiology.

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Course code: 230002 Foundation Social Sciences 15 credits

An introduction to the concepts, methods and scope of the Social Sciences through study of contemporary social issues in Aotearoa/ New Zealand and in global contexts.

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Course code: 247005 Foundation Mathematics A 15 credits

An introductory course designed to increase understanding and application of basic mathematics and statistics concepts and skills.

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Creative Arts Pathway (Choose 30 credits from)

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Course code: 150001 Foundation Māori Culture 15 credits

An introduction to the study of Māori culture, including the principles and implications of biculturalism and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

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Course code: 192011 Foundation Communications 15 credits

An introduction to the skills necessary for successful communication both individually and in groups, and across a variety of contexts.

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Course code: 293001 Foundation Drawing 15 credits

In this course students are introduced to working in a creative arts studio to develop skills in a variety of hand drawing and computer aided methods and materials. The drawing techniques taught will enable students to use drawing as a mode to generate, record and develop creative ideas.

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Course code: 293002 Foundation Sound and Image 15 credits

In this course students will be introduced to working in a creative studio environment, learning techniques and processes which will enable them to create their own video project. Students will be guided to set their own brief, developing initially from their own soundtrack and storyboard plan.

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Course code: 293003 Foundation Fabricate 15 credits

In this course students will be guided in the process of creating a character profile. Students will engage with ideation and analysis in developing their creative work. Students will work in a creative studio environment and be introduced to model-making, industrial sewing and 3D printing to develop a costume element, prop or character bust model.

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