Course details

Diploma in Advancing University Studies

About the course

Introduction

The Diploma in Advancing University Studies (DipAdvUniStud) offers students a pre-master’s university qualification which provides a direct pathway into UC’s master’s degree programmes. You can complete advanced courses in a wide range of subjects in Arts, Commerce, and Science, and obtain the necessary skills to go onto postgraduate studies at UC.

This programme is particularly suited for those looking to advance their career opportunities through academic study, or for international students wanting to transition to higher-level study in Aotearoa New Zealand.

The DipAdvUniStud also includes courses unique to Aotearoa in bicultural awareness to prepare you for work in the local industry, or to reflect on international culture in your subject field.

Entry requirements

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.

For more information on entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Diploma in Advancing University Studies.

See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.

About the provider

At the University of Canterbury you will get to enjoy the very best a university has to offer 'a world class learning environment, a vibrant campus and a great student lifestyle that's packed with opportunities.

You will gain hands-on experience in courses led by academics who are actively engaged in research and who are experts in their fields. The culture promotes active learning, where the vibrant community allows you to be who you are and do what you love. UC's picturesque campus with modern teaching and research facilities is set in the heart of a city that has become a magnet for growth and innovation. Further afield lies a region packed with outdoor adventure, from the mountains to the sea.

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