Certificate in University Studies
Course details
| NZQF Level | 4 |
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About the course
Graduates of the programme will be able to enter a degree qualification in their chosen discipline. They will have experience of a tertiary teaching and learning environment in the specialist, land-based context of Lincoln University.
Entry requirements
IELTS 5.5 with at least 5.5 for reading, 5.5 for writing and no section lower than 5.0, or equivalent, and/or completed year 12-13 or equivalent with literacy and numeracy credits. Students 20 years of age and over may be admitted to the programme without meeting academic entry requirements if they have relevant work experience and/or other relevant qualifications.
About the provider
Lincoln University is one of the eight government universities in New Zealand. Established in 1878, it is governed by the Lincoln University Council.
Based in Canterbury, in the South Island of New Zealand, Lincoln offers a unique experience, a perfect balance of student and academic life and a host of recreation activities around the region.
The institution is rated the 15th best small university in the world by the QS World University Rankings. It is home to a diverse group of nearly 4,500 students who come from more than 80 different countries around the world.
Lincoln graduates have a 6 percent higher employment rate than those from other New Zealand universities and the number of students graduating from Lincoln is higher than the national average.
Students can choose from a wide range of specialist courses from three faculties and one division – the Faculty of Agribusiness and Commerce; the Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences; the Faculty of Environment, Society and Design; and the University Studies and English Language Division.
Lincoln has dedicated itself towards undertaking meaningful research that makes a globally positive impact. Its sustainable approach and commitment towards handling climate change issues have attracted many postgraduate students studying at the institution.
The university also engages in other land-based research and hosts a range of research centres, including food research and innovation, land, environment and people, wildlife management and conservation, and soil and environmental research.
The university shares ties with leading organisations as well as research centres, which help students gain additional skills and knowledge through practical learning experiences.
The Lincoln University Students' Association (LUSA) is an active student body that governs a variety of clubs and organisations on campus.