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.