The University of Auckland Certificate in Foundation Studies

The University of Auckland Certificate in Foundation Studies has been taught exclusively by ACG New Zealand International College since 1999. To date, over 10,000 students have chosen the Certificate in Foundation Studies programme as a pathway to university.

The Certificate of Foundation Studies is designed to develop essential knowledge and skills in four to five academic subjects, providing a pathway towards the chosen degree. English language skills are developed and extended, as well as critical and independent thinking and the use of communication and information technology as a learning tool.

The University of Auckland was established in 1883 and is New Zealand's leading university. It is an international centre of learning and academic excellence. Over 38,000 students choose to study at the University each year, of whom over 4,000 are international, from 93 countries. 

Graduates from The University of Auckland occupy leading positions in business, law, medicine, politics and the professions, within New Zealand and overseas.

Key Facts

• The University of Auckland Certificate in Foundation Studies offers guaranteed pathways to The University of Auckland
• The University of Auckland Certificate in Foundation Studies is recognised by all New Zealand Universities
• The University of Auckland Certificate in Foundation Studies takes 8 to 18 months (three to six terms) to complete, depending on the student's academic background and level of English
• There are four starting dates per year, in January, May, July and October
• The curriculum includes core training in English and independent learning skills
• Students select four or five subjects plus English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
• Subjects available include: Accounting, Economics, Calculus, Statistics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Design, Photography, Painting, Music and Geography
• A special course in Study and Information Skills prepares students for study at university level.

Starting Dates

• 2012: Monday 23 January (standard & extended)  
             Monday 23 April (fast-track)
             Monday 16 July (standard & extended) 
             Monday 15 October (fast-track)    
• 2013: Monday 21 January (standard & extended) 
             Monday 6 May (fast-track)
             Monday 29 July (standard & extended) 
             Monday 14 October (fast-track)
• 2014: Thursday 23 January (standard & extended) 
             Monday 5 May (fast-track)
             Monday 28 July (standard & extended) 
             Monday 13 October (fast-track)

All enquiries and applications to:

Academic Colleges Group
345 Queen Street, Auckland City
PO Box 6199, Wellesley Street
Auckland 1141
New Zealand
Tel: 64-9-307 5399
Fax: 64-9-377 7125
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.acgedu.com