AUT University
Certificate in
Foundation Studies

The AUT University Certificate in Foundation Studies prepares students for entry into AUT undergraduate degree programmes.

The AUT University Certificate in Foundation Studies helps international students transition to an AUT undergraduate degree of choice. The certificate programme is taught by UP International College in the heart of Auckland’s CBD, close to public transport and a wide range of accommodation.

New Zealand’s fastest growing university, AUT University is home to 30,000+ students, including 5,400+ international students from over 95 countries. AUT has a reputation for strong industry links and high graduate employment rate.

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University Pathways

Students who achieve required grades in the AUT University Certificate in Foundation Studies are guaranteed entry into an appropriate AUT undergraduate degree. The programme is also approved for entry into all other New Zealand universities and selected Australian universities.

Two offers of place from the start

Students who enrol in the AUT University Certificate in Foundation Studies receive two offers of place: a letter of offer for the Foundation Studies course and a conditional letter of offer for an undergraduate degree at AUT. Once students successfully complete their certificate and meet other admission requirements, AUT sends a confirmed offer of place.

Academic excellence – the key to success

UP Education recruits top specialists in each field of study so you can achieve the best possible results. Teaching is a mix of lectures, tutorials and self-study periods, with laboratory and practical classes for some subjects. Expect 20–29 hours of contact teaching each week, with another 20 hours a week in self-study. Each student is assigned a tutor to be on hand to help with any issues. AUT University staff also meet with students to discuss degree options and answer questions.

Facilities

UP International College facilities include well equipped air-conditioned classrooms and computer laboratories and all students have access to the University library, learning centre and sports facilities.

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Intakes and Fees

Applying for the AUT Certificate in Foundation Studies is simple. Applications can be made in person at our UP International College Auckland campus, online, or by filling out a hard copy application form and emailing or posting it to us.

Intakes

The AUT University Certificate in Foundation Studies takes 6 to 18 months (two to six terms) to complete, depending on the student’s academic background and level of English

Course	Duration	English Level	Start Dates	Cost
Fast Track	6 months (2 terms)	IELTS 6.0 (a minimum of 5.0 in all bands)	28 January, 28 April, 15 July, 2 October	NZD18,000
Standard	8/9 months (3terms)	IELTS 5.5 (a minimum of 5.0 in all bands)	28 January, 28 April, 15 July, 2 October	NZD21,000
Standard Plus	12 months (4 terms)	IELTS 5.0 (a minimum of 4.5 in all bands)	28 January, 28 April, 15 July, 2 October	NZD28,000
Extended	18 months (6 terms)	IELTS 4.5 (a minimum of 4.0 in all bands)	28 January, 28 April, 15 July, 2 October	NZD42,750

Fast Track
Duration	6 months(2 terms)
English Level	IELTS 6.0 (a minimum of 5.0 in all bands)
Start Dates	28 January, 28 April, 15 July, 2 October
Cost	NZD18,000

Standard
Duration	8/9 months(3terms)
English Level	IELTS 5.5 (a minimum of 5.0 in all bands)
Start Dates	28 January, 28 April, 15 July, 2 Octoberr
Cost	NZD21,000

Standard Plus
Duration	12 months (4 terms)
English Level	IELTS 5.0 (a minimum of 4.5 in all bands)
Start Dates	28 January, 28 April, 15 July, 2 Octoberr
Cost	NZD28,000

Extended
Duration	18 months (6 terms)
English Level	IELTS 4.5 (a minimum of 4.0 in all bands)
Start Dates	28 January, 28 April, 15 July, 2 Octoberr
Cost	NZD42,750

The academic year is divided into four terms and there are four start dates each year. Fast-track, Standard, Standard Plus and Extended are available at the start of each term.

Start dates 2020

Fast-track	28 January, 28 April, 15 July, 2 October
Standard	28 January, 28 April, 15 July, 2 October
Standard Plus	28 January, 28 April, 15 July, 2 October
Extended	28 January, 28 April, 15 July, 2 October

These start dates include Orientation, which students must attend.

Entry requirements for the AUT University Certificate in Foundation Studies:

Students must be able to show proof of successful academic experience and qualifications at:

New Zealand Year 12 level (NCEA Level 2); or
Grade 12/11 (Asia); or
Senior high school 3rd/2nd year, or
agreed equivalent

For the 6-month (two-term) Fast-track programme option:

IELTS 6.0 (minimum of 5.0 in all bands); or
UP English Studies Level 5; or
equivalent in UP English Language Test; or
agreed equivalent

For the 8-month (three-term) Standard programme option:

IELTS 5.5 (minimum of 5.0 in all bands); or
UP English Studies Level 4; or
equivalent in UP English Language Test; or
agreed equivalent

For the 12-month (four-term) Standard Plus programme option:

IELTS 5.0 (minimum of 4.5 in all bands); or
UP English Studies Level 3; or
equivalent in UP English Language Test; or
agreed equivalent

For the 18-month (six-term) Extended programme option:

IELTS 4.5 (minimum of 4.0 in all bands); or
UP English Studies Level 2; or
equivalent in UP English Language Test; or
agreed equivalent

English I	50% tests/assignments
English II	50% tests/assignments and 50% final exam
Culture and Society	100% tests/assignments (no final exam)
Tertiary Study Skills	100% tests/assignments (no final exam)
Design Studio	100% portfolio and workbook (no final exam)
Drawing	100% portfolio and workbook (no final exam)
Academic Subjects	30% tests/assignments and 70% final exam
Statistics	50% tests/assignments and 50% final exam

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Subjects

English I and English II

In this subject, students will:

Engage in academic discussions and improve their presentation skills
Develop language and research skills that are necessary for writing academic essays
Practise a range of strategies for reading and understanding complex academic texts
Develop summary and paraphrasing skills
Use citations and references in the APA Style
Practise critical thinking and independent study skills that are essential for successful university studies
Learn to take effective notes using a range of strategies and techniques
Undertake independent research

Academic English for Tertiary Study

Topics include:

Language development through reading
Listening, collaboration and leadership
Academic research and report writing skills development
Oral presentation and peer review working in groups

Tertiary Study Skills

Topics include:

Study skills
Exam techniques
Academic listening and note-taking
Listening for organisation in lectures
Lecture comprehension and note-taking practice
Microsoft Word Intermediate – Advanced
Microsoft Excel Intermediate – Advanced
PowerPoint
Referencing (The Harvard System)
Research project
The case study (case analysis report)
Oral presentations

Culture and Society

Topics include:

Design Studio

Topics include:

Drawing

Topics include:

Drawing materials and processes
Observational skills
Handling drawing materials
Development of ideas
Drawing in a range of discipline contexts including design, visual arts, architecture and fashion

Accounting I

Topics include:

Users of accounting information
Forms of business ownership
Features of a sole proprietor
Financial reports for a sole proprietor business
Accounting concepts
The accounting equation
Processing transactions for a sole proprietor including journals, ledgers and the trial balance
Balance day adjustments
Analysis and interpretation of financial reports for a sole proprietor

Microeconomics

Topics include:

Scarcity and allocation
Consumer demand
Producer supply
Market equilibrium
Market situations

Macroeconomics

Topics include:

Circular flow of income
Money and credit market
Government budget and money supply
Foreign exchange market
Government monetary and fiscal policy

Algebra

Topics include:

Algebra functions
Trigonometry conics
Geometry

Calculus

Topics include:

Differential and integral calculus with applications
Differential equations
Complex numbers
Graphs of combinations of functions
Numerical solutions
Numerical integration

Statistics

Topics include:

Chemistry - Inorganic Chemistry

Topics include:

Biology - Organisms and the Environment

Topics include:

Classification
Ecosystems – factors, trophic levels & nutrient cycles
Conservation
Population studies
Community dynamics
Genetics – Mendelian problems and inheritance
Evolution – evidence of evolution, natural selection & variation

Biology - Cell Biology and Energetics

Topics include:

Biochemistry – water, vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, protein & lipids
DNA & RNA – structures & replication
Protein synthesis
Mutation & karyotype
Cell structures, processes & division
Photosynthesis
Cellular respiration
Alternation of generations

Physics - Electricity

Topics include:

Physics - Mechanics

Topics include:

Linear motion
Rotational motion
Circular motion
Work, power and energy
The work-energy method
Concurrent and Non-concurrent force systems
Reaction at beam supports
Shear force and bending moment diagrams

Quantitative Methods

Topics include:

Arithmetic skills
Linear equations and inequalities
Percentages, progressions and interest rates
Non-linear functions and optimisation
Constrained linear optimisation
Time series analysis
Probability and probability distributions
Microsoft Excel is also introduced to solve some of the applied problems

Government, Markets and Society

Topics include:

Role of government in achieving efficient & equitable outcomes for society
Resource allocation by Planned & Market economies.
Market failure to allocate resources efficiently or fairly. For example:
–Monopolies
–Merit & demerit goods
–Mixed goods
Income distribution & inequalities of wealth
Economics of immigration

Assessments

We prepare students for assessments that will get them into AUT’s degree programmes.

Our assessments are benchmarked against international standards and are a stepping stone to achievement.

The final mark for subjects is made up of a combination of tests, assignments and the final exam.

04.

Location & Facilities

The AUT Certificate in Foundation Studies is taught at the UP International college in the heart of Auckland’s CBD, close to public transport and a wide range of accommodation. Students on this programme also have access to the world-class facilities at AUT.

The UP International College is located in the heart of Auckland at 345 Queen Street, close to public transport, accommodation and a vibrant range of entertainment and cultural offerings.

Our modern, air-conditioned classrooms are well equipped with the latest multimedia capabilities, all computers have email and internet access, and computer laboratories are available for independent study from 8:30am to 5:00pm. Other campus facilities include a large student common room, espresso coffee cart and café offering fresh food and drinks. All students enrolled in the AUT Certificate in Foundation Studies also have access to AUT’s library, learning centre and excellent sporting facilities.

AUT University
Certificate in
Foundation Studies

University Pathways

Two offers of place from the start

Academic excellence – the key to success

Facilities

Intakes and Fees

Intakes

Start dates 2020

Entry requirements for the AUT University Certificate in Foundation Studies:

Subjects

Assessments

Location & Facilities

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