- Type of qualification
- Certificate of Proficiency
- Level of study
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Varied study levels
Our Certificate of Proficiency is offered at different levels depending on the level of the courses you want to take.
NZQF level 6Our courses follow the New Zealand Qualification Framework (NZQF) levels.
- Time to complete
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Normally only available for part-time study.
- Where you can study
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Auckland campusDistance and onlineWellington campusManawatū campus (Palmerston North)
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International students
International students are not New Zealand citizens or residents.
- Not open to international students
Study a Certificate of Proficiency Postgraduate – CoP Postgrad
The Certificate of Proficiency (Postgraduate) is not a formal qualification. The courses you apply for may be interest courses or you may want to study them to prepare you for studying another qualification in the future.
See the regulations for more information.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Admission to Massey
All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.
Specific requirements
You will need to meet the entry requirements for the courses you choose.
This will normally mean that you will need to provide copies of all official academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.
Prior learning and exemptions
For information on prior learning and exemptions or other questions, contact us through the Get advice button on this page.
English language skills
If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, see our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.
Official regulations
To understand what you need to study and must complete to graduate read the official rules and regulations for this qualification.
Returning students
For returning students, there may be changes to the majors and minors available and the courses you need to take. Go to the section called ‘Transitional Provisions’ in the Regulations to find out more.
In some cases the qualification or specialisation you enrolled in may no longer be taking new enrolments, so may not appear on these web pages. To find information on the regulations for these qualifications go to the Massey University Calendar.
Please contact us through the Get advice button on this page if you have any questions.
Structure of the Certificate of Proficiency Postgraduate
Structure of the Certificate of Proficiency Postgraduate
You may take 60 credits providing the courses you choose are not substantially similar to an existing qualification. In this case, you would need to apply for the existing qualification.
You will need to apply for any courses that have specific prerequisite requirements via Special Request/Special Permission.
Courses and specialisations
Courses and specialisations
Key terms
- 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.
Credit summary
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.
Temporary
Course code: 279101 Social Policy: An Introduction 15 credits
A foundational knowledge of social policy, providing a broad introduction introducing students to the history of social policy in Aotearoa New Zealand and key theories and concepts informing the development of social policy.
View full course detailsFees and scholarships
Fees and scholarships
2026 tuition fees
- Domestic students: $5,326
- International students: Not applicable
Tuition fees are estimates only. The exact fees charged will depend on which courses you select at the time of enrolment. The estimates are for full-time study (60 credits). Fees are in New Zealand dollars and include Goods and Services Tax (GST).
The estimates do not include the Student Services Fee. This fee is $582 for on-campus students and $474 for distance students for full-time study (60 credits). For more information about this fee and other fees you may need to pay, see non-tuition fees.
There may also be charges for things such as study resources, software, trips and contact workshops.
Course fees
You can view fees for the courses that make up your qualification on the course details pages.
Student loans (StudyLink) and Fees Free scheme
You may be eligible for a student loan to help towards paying your fees.
The Certificate of Proficiency (Undergraduate) is not eligible for fees free as it is not considered an official qualification.
Scholarship and award opportunities
Search our scholarships and awardsFees disclaimer
This information is for estimation purposes only. Actual fees payable will be finalised on confirmation of enrolment. Unless otherwise stated, all fees shown are quoted in New Zealand dollars and include Goods and Services Tax, if any. Before relying on any information on these pages you should also read the University's Disclaimer Notice.
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