Why Study This Programme at Massey

• Designed for students who do not yet meet undergraduate entry requirements
• Fast-track pathway: complete in just one semester
• On successful completion, guaranteed entry into most undergraduate degrees
• Build strong skills in:
  • Academic English
  • Study techniques
  • Subject fundamentals
• Choose pathway aligned with your future degree (Business or Science)

 

Programme Structure / Subjects

The programme includes Core Courses + Pathway Courses:

Core Courses (30 credits)

• Introduction to Academic Communication
• Socio-cultural Context of New Zealand

Focus on:

• Academic writing & speaking
• Research and presentation skills
• Understanding New Zealand society & culture

 

Pathway Courses (30 credits)

Students choose ONE pathway:

Business Pathway

• Accounting Fundamentals
• Economics Fundamentals
• Management Fundamentals
• General Mathematics

Science Pathway

• Biology Fundamentals
• Chemistry Fundamentals
• Mathematics Fundamentals
• Physics Fundamentals

 

Disciplines / Specialisations

• No formal specialisation
• Pathway-based structure:
  • Business pathway
  • Science pathway

 

Highlights of the Programme

• Fast-track pathway (1 semester only)
• Guaranteed entry into most undergraduate degrees
• Designed specifically for international students
• Strong focus on:
  • Academic skills
  • English proficiency
• Flexible pathways (Business or Science)
• Small class sizes and strong academic support

 

Career Outcomes

This is a pathway programme, not a direct career qualification

After completion, students progress to:

• Bachelor of Business
• Bachelor of Science
• Engineering, Food Technology, etc.

 

Latest Updates / Special Requirements

• Must complete:
  • 60 credits total (30 core + 30 pathway)
• Programme includes:
  • Workshops
  • Tutorials
  • Labs (for science pathway)
• Important:
  • Only guarantees entry to unrestricted degrees
  • Competitive programmes require additional criteria

 

Final Summary

The Foundation Certificate (International – Accelerated) is ideal if you:

• Do not meet direct entry for a bachelor’s degree
• Want a fast-track (6-month) pathway to university
• Need to improve academic + English skills quickly

This programme stands out because it offers:

• Quick transition into university
• Guaranteed progression to many degrees
• Strong academic and student support