NZQCF Level 7 Pre-Masters Programme: A pre-masters programme designed for international students at NZQCF level 7, equivalent to a Graduate Diploma.
Direct Path to Postgraduate Degrees: Successful completion provides direct entry to a range of postgraduate degree programmes.
Accessible for Qualified Students: Open to students with at least two years of tertiary study and a qualification equivalent to NZQCF level 6, broadening your educational and career opportunities.
Career Advancement: Enhance your career prospects and earning potential by obtaining a postgraduate degree.
Academic and Language Support: Receive specialised training from experienced instructors to meet the University's entry requirements.
Work Visa Eligibility: After completing your postgraduate degree, you can apply for a three-year post-study open work visa, further enriching your career options.
| Entry requirements | Academic: The equivalent of at least 2 years' full time successful tertiary study and a qualification equivalent to NZQCF Level 6. |
| English language: An overall IELTS score of 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in any band) or equivalent. Check entry requirements page for more information. | |
| Duration | 8 months |
| Start dates | July, November |
| Points | 120 |
| Award | Diploma Level 7 (NZQCF) |
| Location | Hamilton |
To gain admission to one of the five progression degrees in Business students need to complete the DipPP, which requires a pass in each of the seven papers (a result of 50%/C- or more is required to pass a paper).
* Master of Information Technology: Progression to the 240 point Master of Information Technology requires a minimum GPA of 4.5.
Master of Legal Studies: Progression to the Master of Legal Studies requires a B grade average or higher.
Master of Nursing Practice: Progression to the Master of Nursing Practice requires a B grade average or higher. Additional pre-requisites for admission apply.