Why study a foundation qualification
Foundation qualifications help you get ready to study at university. They are also called pathway qualifications, university preparation qualifications and pre-degree qualifications.
If you need to improve your academic requirements for admission to Massey, our pathway qualifications will give you the necessary skills for admission and successful study.
Our pathway qualifications are designed by world-class teaching and academic staff to help you move easily into your chosen degree. We provide you with flexible options to meet your individual study needs.
Foundation qualifications for international students
There are 2 foundation qualifications available at Massey.
Foundation Certificate (International)
Foundation Certificate (International Accelerated)
What foundation qualifications lead to
If you pass your foundation qualification, you:
- get a foundation certificate
- have met admission to study an undergraduate degree, certificate or diploma at Massey.
Some degrees have a selected entry process that you need to go through when you apply. Passing a foundation qualification does not guarantee that you will be able to study those degrees.
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International students' entry requirements
You will need to meet English language and entry requirements to study at Massey as an international student.
Skills needed for study
Advice, tests and resources to help with your reading, academic writing, note-taking, maths and science skills.