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Program facts

  • Program type
    Undergraduate certificate
  • Duration
    8 months
  • Annual tuition fee
    30,800 NZD

    Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

  • Language taught in
    English
  • Start date
    October, April

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Program Overview

What Taylors College Auckland says about their program:
"The University of Auckland’s Foundation Studies Certificate (Level 3) prepares you to enter an undergraduate degree at the University of Auckland. This programme offers university preparation for international students who need additional English language and academic support to progress to study at the University of Auckland."

Admissions requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • All applicants must be able to prove successful completion of a high school education
  • There are additional country-specific requirements

English proficiency

  • IELTS Academic: 5.0 (no band less than 4.5)
  • TOEFL iBT: 32 (writing no less than 12)
  • PTE Academic: 34 (writing no less than 35)
  • CAE: 154 (no bands below 147)

Documents required

  • Academic transcripts
  • Application form
  • Passport identification page
  • Proof of language proficiency

Fees and funding

Fee information

Pre-Foundation Program: $30,800 for the whole program

Visa requirements for Taylors College Auckland

Many international students will require a visa to study in New Zealand, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

New Zealand student visa requirements