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New Zealand Certificate in Applied Science (Level 3)

This programme is a starting point for those interested in a career in science and/or engineering. This programme provides a pathway for entry into higher level science programmes, or to the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering, for those students who don’t already meet the academic entry requirements.

Students will study one compulsory module ‘Professional Skills in Applied Science 1’, then choose a context and modules from one of two contexts – Applied Science or Engineering.

On completion of this programme graduates can progress on to further study in Applied Science 5, or graduates from the engineering context will be able to go on to further study in engineering.

Science context

Besides learning theory, students will go on fieldtrips, for example:

To a native tree nursery to learn about eco-sourcing and eco-restoration
To Lake Ngaroto to investigate plant and animal communities in a scrub ecosystem
To a local dog handler who trains and works dogs that detect American Foul Brood in bee hives
To Waikato Valley Chocolate factory to learn about food processing

They will also take part in in-class/on campus practical lab work, including:

Testing the anti-bacterial action of honey
Honey sensory lab
Native tree identification
Testing physical and chemical properties of soil samples and identifying invertebrates collected on a field trip
Fieldwork sampling techniques

Engineering context

Students will learn theory, and get to carry out investigations in the lab, including experiments on centroids and using Hook’s law.

In the physics module, students will look at a wide range of topics, and investigations will include experiments on gravitational constants, energy, magnetism, electricity and optics.

Hamilton City Campus

Campus Information

Hamilton City Campus

It is located in the heart of the CBD.

Rotokauri Campus

For sport science, trades, engineering, animal care, hospitality, or cookery programs

Intakes

Feb
July

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Application Process

More Information Required

10 Days

Possible Interview Call from Institution

10 Days

Provisional/Unconditional Offer

14 Days

Visa Process

30 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

On completion of this programme, graduates from the science context can progress on to further study in New Zealand Diploma in Applied Science (Level 5), the Bachelor of Technology, or graduates with an engineering context can go on to study the Diploma in Engineering (Level 6).

Graduates will also have the skills and knowledge to work under supervision as an assistant in entry-level operational positions in science, engineering and/or mathematics-related fields of work (e.g. manufacturing and regulatory industries, fieldwork, research and development).

For graduates currently working in the fields of food production or environmental management, this qualification will support and enhance their knowledge in these areas.

PSW Opportunity

Level 7 (Bachelor’s degree)

Duration: Equal to length of study (typically up to 3 years)
Requirement: minimum 30 weeks full time study in NZ

Level 7 (Graduate Diploma)
Eligible for PSWV
Conditions:

Must also hold a Bachelor’s degree (NZ or overseas)
Duration: Up to length of study (typically 1 year)

Level 8 (Postgraduate Diploma)

Duration: Equal to length of study, OR
Up to 3 years in some cases (if part of higher qualification pathway)

Level 9 and 10 (Master’s degree and Doctoral degree)

Duration: 3 years
Condition: Must study at least 30 weeks in New Zealand

- Most eligible international students can work up to 25 hours per week during study and full-time during scheduled breaks, only if their student visa includes work rights.

- Foundation, pathway and short courses have different rules.

- Not allowed for part time students.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Level 6 Admission Requirement:

Completed Year 12 or equivalent.

Based on study completed after school (tertiary study)

Completed the New Zealand Diploma (Level 5);
Or a recognised equivalent.

Level 7 Admission Requirement:

Candidates are required to:
i) have successfully completed a bachelor degree from a New Zealand Institution or an approved and accredited overseas institution; or
ii) Successfully completed a Level 6 or 7 Diploma and relevant work and/or life experience (equivalent to a bachelor degree); or
iii) Evidence of equivalent practical, professional or educational experience as approved by the Centre Director or authorised nominee.

Concurrent programmes:
IELTS 5.5 with a minimum of 5.0 in all bands, or equivalent

Programmes level 4 and below:
IELTS 5.5 with a minimum of 5.0 in all bands, or equivalent

Programmes levels 5 to 7:
IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands, or equivalent

Programmes level 8 and above:
IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in all bands, or equivalent

Additional requirements:
2 year validity period for all assessments. External bodies may influence some programme specific IELTS levels. You must provide evidence of your proficiency in the English language.

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Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand