Certificate in Foundation Studies

Why do the Certificate in Foundation Studies If you have not met the academic requirements for admission to University, you can apply to enrol in the Certificate in Foundation Studies. This qualification will not only enable you to gain university entrance, but will also prepare you for undergraduate study. On successful completion of the Certificate, you will be eligible for admission to unrestricted undergraduate qualifications at Massey University and other New Zealand universities. If you are intending to take an undergraduate degree with additional subject or portfolio requirements, you should contact us for advice, through the Get advice button on this page.

We offer short English language courses such as the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course IELTS tests and preparation courses and Occupational English Tests. To study at Massey as an international student you will need to meet certain entry requirements. These include English language skills and a qualification from high school or other university. We recognise these English language examinations International English Language Testing System (IELTS) academic scores only Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Cambridge English Qualifications NZCEL Pearson Test of English (Academic) Language Cert. Your test results (scores) are valid for two years from the date on which you took the test. If you have taken a test other than the English language examinations listed above include it with your Application for Admission as an International Student. It might be considered.Academic IELTS - 6.0 overall and minimum 5.5 in each band TOEFL IBT Overall score 80 minimum 19 in writing TOEFL Paper Based 160.