Certificate in University Studies
Course details
About the course
Lincoln’s Certificate in University Studies is a unique qualification that prepares you for further study, and opens the way for you to enter a degree programme.
This qualification is no longer offered
Please check out our new qualification:
Pathway Certificate (Foundation)
In just one semester of full-time study, Lincoln’s Certificate in University Studies will provide you with the grounding in academic study so you can fulfil your ambition to enter a degree programme at New Zealand’s world-recognised centre of land-based education. You’ll expand your potential through language, writing and study skills. Then progress to grow your understanding and abilities in communication, technology, mathematics, economics and environment topics. When you’ve completed the Certificate in University Studies, you’ll be able to transfer to the Diploma in University Studies, and then onto to a Bachelor’s Degree. (Please note, this certificate is not a university entrance qualification in itself.)
How you’ll grow
- Develop your writing, study and language skills so that you’re ready for higher levels of learning right up to Bachelor’s Degree level.
- Develop your numeracy and build a base of understanding around economics.
- Begin to build your awareness of the contexts, priorities and challenges with managing environments from Lincoln – a world-recognised land-based university renowned for enhancing our relationship with the land.
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.