Programme details

Diploma in Advancing University Studies

The Diploma in Advancing University Studies at UC serves as a pre-master’s qualification, facilitating a direct entry into our master’s degree programs.

Course description

The Diploma in Advancing University Studies (DipAdvUniStud) provides students with a pre-master’s qualification that facilitates direct entry into the master’s degree programs at UC. Participants can engage in advanced coursework across various disciplines, including Arts, Commerce, and Science, equipping themselves with the essential skills required for postgraduate studies at UC. This program is particularly beneficial for individuals seeking to enhance their career prospects through academic advancement, as well as for international students aiming to transition into higher-level education in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Additionally, the DipAdvUniStud features courses that focus on bicultural awareness, unique to Aotearoa, which prepare students for employment in the local industry and encourage reflection on international cultures within their respective fields of study.

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights

Career Prospects

Engaging in postgraduate studies can yield numerous advantages for one’s career, such as the acquisition of specialized skills and advanced knowledge, access to particular professions, increased initial salary and advancement opportunities, enhanced research abilities and accomplishments, as well as a demonstration of significant academic achievement.

Entry requirements

To enrol in the Diploma in Advancing University Studies, you will need to have previously completed a university-level certificate or diploma programme (or equivalent) of at least 2 years full-time study.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC’s English language requirements. University recognises the following English Language tests and courses:

International English Language Testing System Academic (IELTS Academic) – including online and One Skill Retake
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) – including Home Edition and Paper Edition #
CCEL English for Academic Purposes Level 2 (EAP Level 2) – including online
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) – including online
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)
FluentIQ (*FluentIQ should be used where IELTS Indicator or TOEFL cannot be used)
LanguageCert
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)
Duolingo English Test (DET)

Credits
120

Duration
1 year

Intakes

Feb, July

International fees
About $32,400

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