2019 international student prospectus
Your pathway to a degree from New Zealand’s top universities
taylorsauckland.ac.nz Massey University
I am glad to have this opportunity to introduce Taylors College Auckland. We have a vibrant campus in the heart of one of the world’s most beautiful and liveable cities. We have a wealth of experience in preparing students for university study in New Zealand and we provide a caring and supportive learning environment that allows students to reach their potential, academically and personally. The Foundation Studies Certificate AUT (Auckland Foundation Year - AFY) is a University qualification of the University of Auckland offered through Taylors College, Auckland. In addition to its partnership with the University of Auckland, Taylors has formal The agreements with two other leading New University Zealand universities: AUT University and Taylors of Massey University. Provided you meet the College Auckland requirements, you are guaranteed admission to almost all of the full range of degree programmes at any of these three universities. We have an outstanding record of success in terms of the numbers of our graduates gaining entry to university in New Zealand. Whether your goal is to improve your English, or to take the first step towards a university education abroad, I sincerely hope that Taylors Auckland will be part of that journey. I look forward to welcoming you to our campus.
Lindsay Spedding Principal Taylors College Auckland
2 Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) 14 Experience a buzzing city 28 English Language Preparation (ELP) Contents 4 Achieve your very best 16 Your campus 30 Skills for success 6 The University of Auckland 18 Student support 32 Entry requirements 8 AUT University 20 Accommodation 34 How to apply 10 Massey University 22 Our courses 35 Application form 12 Explore New Zealand 24 Subject descriptions 37 Dates, fees and additional costs
1 Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2019 International Student Prospectus taylorsauckland.ac.nz Whether you want to study at a top 100 university Start your career in the world, or complete a globally recognised and highly ranked degree, you are sure to find a course Auckland Foundation Year that will put you on your path to a successful career.
Offered by Taylors College Auckland, the Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) is a comprehensive university preparation programme which enjoys a strong reputation for excellence in teaching and student support. Our partnership Strong partnerships You’ll feel welcomed with three well-respected New Zealand universities will give you the first step We have partnerships with three of New Our students come from all over the towards an undergraduate degree of your choice, and ultimately your dream Zealand’s leading universities: world. With so many people from different › The University of Auckland backgrounds and cultures, studying at career. You will also enjoy student life in one of the most liveable cities in the › AUT University Taylors College Auckland is exciting world.* For more support, you may choose the Pre-Foundation programme › Massey University and rewarding – we think you’ll love it! before commencing the AFY qualification. Guaranteed entry A learning experience Our programme fully prepares you for your like no other university studies and ensures you have the We provide a dynamic and interactive best foundation for a successful career in learning environment. Our flexible schedule the future. Provided you meet the university allows you to have a personalised timetable entry requirements after completing the with one-to-one tutorials. AFY programme, you are guaranteed AFY key facts: admission to a wide range of degree Highly experienced staff programmes at our partner universities. Our staff are highly skilled in supporting international students. They will help Freedom to choose you to organise your studies, select the The opportunity to select between three right university course and help with universities gives you several campuses any challenges you may encounter. Partnership with three leading and hundreds of degrees to choose from. For more information, please visit universities in New Zealand taylorsauckland.ac.nz You don’t need to know which university you want to go to before you join Taylors A huge range of study options College Auckland. During your year with As well as our three partner universities, us, you will become familiar with our partner all other universities in New Zealand universities by touring their campuses The AFY qualification is recognise the AFY qualification. This and attending lectures and university gives you a huge range of study options. accepted by all universities open days. Staff from each university in New Zealand visit Taylors College Auckland to talk to you about their courses and answer Quality assurance any other questions you may have. Study Group NZ Limited, trading as Taylors College and Embassy English, was ranked Category 1, the highest category for quality assurance in 2015, by the New Zealand A welcoming, dynamic Qualifications Authority (NZQA). nzqa.govt.nz/providers/details. and interactive learning do?providerId=745933001 environment
* Mercer Quality of Living Survey 2018
2 3 Start your career: Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2019 International Student Prospectus taylorsauckland.ac.nz Outstanding results Strong support Achieve For the last four consecutive years, over 90% Our tertiary counsellor gives you of our students received an offer from a friendly and professional university tertiary institution. counselling, organises regular visits to partner universities and assists your very best with your university application. Thanks to strong support, individual attention, high-quality teaching, A highly respected qualification Individual attention As well as our three partner universities, modern facilities and expert teachers, We limit the number of students in all universities in New Zealand recognise each lesson, which allows our academic the AFY qualification. the number of AFY students who staff to provide you with more individual attention, maximising your academic receive an offer from a tertiary performance. institution is consistently high. A guaranteed pathway to university By successfully completing the AFY Improve your English Top performing students from 2017* programme and meeting minimum entry Name Nationality Final Mark University Offer Accepted language skills requirements, you are guaranteed a place Yuwei China PRC 483 University of Auckland, Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), Dux Scholarship We offer English Language Preparation at the University of Auckland, AUT University Mai Han Vietnam 480 University of Auckland, Bachelor of Science, Dux Scholarship (ELP) if you need to develop your or Massey University. Dan Chau Vietnam 476 University of Sydney, Bachelor of Arts English skills before you start your
Ziheng China PRC 474 University of Melbourne, Bachelor of Commerce foundation course.
Haoyu China PRC 473 University of Auckland, Bachelor of Commerce
Kezia Isabelle Indonesia 472 University of Auckland, conjoint Bachelor of Arts and Commerce
Yuechen China PRC 470 Massey University, Bachelor of Veterinary Science
Ngoc Van Thao Vietnam 467 Auckland University of Technology, Bachelor of International Hospitality Management
Valerie Evangelista Indonesia 465 University of Auckland, conjoint Bachelor of Commerce and Science
Jia Xuan Valencia Malaysia 464 Massey University, Bachelor of Veterinary Science
* Includes students from all 2017 intakes
4 5 Achieve your very best Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2019 International Student Prospectus taylorsauckland.ac.nz Why choose the Taylors College helped me University adjust to the way of life in New Zealand and it really of Auckland? helped me get used to the work culture here, so it gave › Ranked 85th among the world’s The University me a good platform as an top universities in QS* entry to university life here › Five Stars Plus in the QS Stars in Auckland. University Ratings 2018 › New Zealand’s leading research of Auckland Marcus from Malaysia university AFY graduate, now studying a Bachelor › A ‘triple crown’ of accreditation for ‘Enjoy the challenge at one of the of Computer Science at the University Business from AACSB International (USA), of Auckland EQUIS (Europe) and AMBA (UK) world’s top 100 universities’ › Dedicated international student auckland.ac.nz support services › Most innovative university in New Zealand according to the Reuters Top 75: Established in 1883, the A highly successful environment Asia’s Most Innovative Universities 2018 University of Auckland is The University’s comprehensive range › Ranked in the top 50 globally (QS) for: of research and coursework-based Archaeology (10); Education (17); Anatomy New Zealand’s top-ranked programmes is internationally recognised. & Physiology (18); Sports (28); Geography university and a global leader Graduates of the University of Auckland (29); Law (29); English Language and occupy leading positions in Business, Law, Literature (31); Philosophy (36); Psychology for research and academic Medicine, Politics, Arts, Engineering and (36); Civil Engineering (39); Accounting reputation. Situated in the heart other professions within New Zealand & Finance (41); Anthropology (41); and overseas. Development Studies (41); Modern of New Zealand’s largest city, it is Languages (41) Nursing (41); Business (43); an international centre of learning A truly global experience Statistics (43); Mathematics (45)** and academic excellence. The University provides an exciting › The Faculty of Arts is the highest and stimulating environment for more ranked faculty, ranked 28 in the world** than 42,000 students. Currently 7,900 The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s international students from 120 different › Vibrant campus life with more than top-ranked university. It is a QS Five Stars The University provides countries are studying at the University 240 student clubs Plus institution, having achieved five stars of Auckland. Their different perspectives an exciting and stimulating in eight categories including Employability, *QS World University Rankings 2019 and cultures enrich the entire **QS World University Rankings by Subject 2018 environment for its Teaching and Research.* It is also the only University community. New Zealand university ranked in the top students. Currently, 7,900 100 in the QS World University Rankings. international students are Five campuses, eight faculties The University of Auckland is also ranked The University’s faculties are located over studying at the University in the top 50 in the world for 18 subjects five campuses in Auckland, with most in the QS World University Rankings by of Auckland, testimony students attending the central City Campus. Subject 2018. to both the University’s The eight faculties are Arts, Business, Ranked 1st in New Zealand Ranked in the world’s top 50 comprehensive range The University of Auckland has a strong Creative Arts and Industries (includes and number 71 worldwide in universities for 18 subjects** international focus and is the only of research-based study Architecture, Dance Studies, Fine Arts, the QS Graduate Employability New Zealand member of Universitas 21, Music and Urban Planning), Education programmes and the the Worldwide Universities Network and Social Work, Engineering, Law, Rankings 2019 recognition they are (WUN), and the Association of Pacific Medical and Health Sciences, and Science. receiving internationally. Rim Universities – an international consortium of research-led universities. Professor Stuart McCutcheon Membership of these groups is by invitation Vice-Chancellor, Download the University only and is limited to research-led Ranked 85th among the The University of Auckland of Auckland’s international institutions of international reputation world’s top universities* brochure at across a broad range of disciplines. ebooks.international. auckland.ac.nz/2019_ international_prospectus
*QS World University Rankings 2018
6 7 The University of Auckland Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2019 International Student Prospectus taylorsauckland.ac.nz Why choose
Taylors College pushed me AUT? hard to learn English. I was › Ranked in the top 2% worldwide aiming to study Digital Design by QS 2019 at AUT University, and they › Five star ranking in Teaching, helped me create a portfolio, Employability, Internationalisation, AUT University Facilities and Inclusiveness* and gave me lots of tips for › Several subjects are ranked in the what I should do, so they are ‘Committed to global engagement’ world’s best**, including: aut.ac.nz really practical. - Hospitality – top 50 Ayaka from Japan - Sports – top 50 - Nursing – top 100 AFY graduate, now studying a Bachelor - Art/Design – top 150 of Art and Design: Digital Design at AUT › Ranked 15th in the world for International Outlook^ AUT University traces its roots Our students Currently we have approximately 4,200 › World-class bespoke facilities and back to 1895 as the country’s international students from more than 95 renowned academics leading Institute of Technology. countries who will graduate with technical › Excellent research facilities It earned university status in expertise but also the ability to adapt, be and a strong research culture resilient, have conviction and think and act › Accredited by the New Zealand Government 2000, and is ranked in the top entrepreneurially. Worldwide our 80,000 2% of universities globally in alumni are making waves in some of the › Programmes are developed in conjunction QS 2019. AUT University is most influential and creative companies. with industry to ensure they reflect With over 47 international exchange current and future workforce needs - the number one millennial partners, students have the opportunity to guaranteeing a high graduate University in New Zealand and study in another country and transfer credits employment rate back to their AUT degrees. An extensive ranked in the top 30 in the world, › More than 30,000 students range of support services are available based on the quality of teaching, for our students, including health services, › A strong focus on student success, AUT University is a diverse research, citations, international orientation, social events, academic support industry connectivity and innovative research in areas such as biotechnology, university, engaged with outlook and industry income*. and careers counselling. industry, business and the artificial intelligence and nutrition Campuses › An extensive range of support services community. Our high- AUT is a contemporary New Zealand We have three vibrant campuses located in quality teaching staff, university focusing on student success, Auckland, voted by Mercers 2018 Worldwide › The second largest university in New Zealand and the fastest growing innovative facilities, industry connectivity and innovative Quality of Living Survey as one of the top 5 research in areas such as biotechnology, cities in the world to live in. Auckland is also › Study abroad, internship and exchange learning support and artificial intelligence and nutrition. the commercial capital of New Zealand. programmes contemporary programmes AUT is the second largest university in New Faculties *QS World University Rankings 2018 help us to produce highly Zealand and the fastest growing. We have **QS World University Rankings by Subject 2018 Our five faculties (Business, Economics & ^Times Higher Education (THE) World University employable graduates. over 30,000 educators, researchers and Rankings 2018 Law, Culture & Society, Design & Creative students who come to us to test boundaries, Technologies, Health & Environmental Derek McCormack challenge established theories, break new Vice-Chancellor, AUT University Sciences and Maori Development) offer AACSB accredited Business Five star ranking in ground and discover what is possible. over 250 programmes from pre-degree School. Accounting & Finance Teaching, Employability, AUT is accredited by the New Zealand to PhD. are ranked in the top 150** Internationalisation, Facilities government and welcomes and values our international students and staff. and Inclusiveness*
Hospitality and Sports are ranked Download AUT’s in the top 50, and Nursing in the international brochure at top 100 worldwide** aut.ac.nz/international/ study-options-for- international-students
*Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2018
8 9 AUT University Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2019 International Student Prospectus taylorsauckland.ac.nz Why choose
Massey is a very good university. Massey? The campus buildings are modern › Ranked in the top 1.3% of and beautiful, and the labs and universities in the world^ classrooms are well equipped. Taylors College Auckland helped › A five-star rating across all categories in the QS Rankings 2018 Massey University me to successfully transition into Massey University and my › Research-led teaching, outstanding dream for the future is to work student support services and high- ‘ Creating a better society for quality facilities in a food company. › Award-winning teachers, citizens across the world’ Nicole from China well-connected lecturers and world- massey.ac.nz AFY graduate, now studying Food renowned researchers Technology at Massey University › Exchange agreements with over 200 institutions around the globe Ranked in the top 1.3% of We have agreements with institutions › The College of Creative Arts (CoCA) is worldwide, covering a variety of one of the top 100 Art and Design universities in the world*, relationships from collaborative research schools in the world, and is ranked Massey University has a long to teaching, study abroad, and staff a top 2 university in Asia-Pacific for and student exchanges. and proud transition of academic design innovation** and research excellence. With Welcoming community › Ranked highly for degrees such as: campuses in three cities across Each year, more than 5,000 international - Agriculture – 22nd New Zealand we foster and students from over 100 countries find a - Veterinary Science – 23rd welcoming environment at Massey and - Art and Design – top 100 push for positive change, taking an intellectual climate in which they are - Development Studies – top 100 encouraged to succeed. We offer our creativity and innovation to › A top 2% business school globally and undergraduate study awards for students every corner of the globe. accredited by the Association to Advance who have achieved exceptional marks Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) in AFY. Massey University The University’s expertise embraces a › Bachelo r of Engineering is recognised epitomises the creativity, broad span of fields. We are highly rated Campuses and accredited by the Washington innovation and in Art and Design, Business, Veterinary With three campuses in three unique Accord and the Institute of Science, Agriculture and other applied cities: Auckland, Palmerston North and Professional Engineers New connectedness that New Biological Sciences. Wellington, it’s your choice of how and Zealand (IPENZ) Zealand is renowned for. where you study. New Zealand’s defining university › Our Aviation (Air Transport Pilot) degree Our campuses in three is the first non-engineering degree to At Massey University, we believe that Academic colleges be recognised by the Royal Aeronautical major cities and our range everyone has the potential to help create Study internationally recognised Society and has ISO9001-2000 accreditation of programmes mean we change – and that includes you. By joining qualifications in our five colleges: Massey you are making a decision to carry offer you the ability to tailor Business (includes Aviation), Creative *QS World University Rankings by Subject 2018 on a tradition that has made significant Arts (includes Design and Commercial **Red Dot Design Awards 2018 your study to meet your ^QS World University Rankings 2019 contributions around the world. We will Music), Health (includes Nursing, Food needs and at the same help you get the skills and confidence Technology, Sport Science), Humanities and time connect closely with you need to make a difference. Social Sciences (includes Education, Ranked in the top 50 in Ranked in the top 1.3% industry, professional Psychology) and Sciences (includes the world for Agriculture universities in the world^ Internationally renowned organisations and local Veterinary Science, Engineering, and Veterinary Sciences* global university Mathematics, Sciences). communities. I warmly We have award-winning teachers, well- invite you to be part of our connected lecturers and world-renowned diverse and stimulating researchers to help you succeed. Our qualifications are internationally student community. recognised, and many of our qualifications The College of Creative Arts have international accreditation. (CoCA) is one of the top 100 Art Professor Jan Thomas Download Massey and Design schools in the world* Vice-Chancellor, Massey University University’s international brochure at massey.ac.nz/ international
*QS World University Ranking 2019
10 11 Massey University Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2019 International Student Prospectus taylorsauckland.ac.nz Explore New Zealand Our friendly and diverse people, the accessibility of our landscape and the PAKIRI BEACH LAKE WAIKAREMOANA MURIWAI BEACH STUNNING LANDSCAPES enormous range of leisure and lifestyle TRACK options make New Zealand an exciting and vibrant place to live and learn.
Explore the great outdoors Enjoy many hours of sunshine CATHEDRAL COVE COROMANDEL Experience New Zealand is the perfect location for New Zealand has opposite seasons to those people who love the outdoors. Hiking, in the northern hemisphere. January and a wide camping, mountain biking, snowboarding, February are the warmest months, and July snorkeling, horse trekking, kayaking, is the coldest month of the year. New Zealand variety of epic swimming and surfing are all popular has mild temperatures, moderately high landscapes outdoor activities in our wonderful country. rainfall, and many hours of sunshine. Don’t miss going whale watching or in one day. swimming with dolphins! Employment opportunities After graduating from a New Zealand
Discover incredible scenery university, you can apply for a three-year CYCLING ALONG THE SHORE In New Zealand, you can experience a open work visa. For more information, wide variety of epic landscapes in one day. visit immigration.govt.nz. Breathtaking glaciers, beautiful fjords, rugged mountains, hills, forests, volcanoes, miles of coastline with gorgeous sandy beaches - you can discover it all!
12 13 Explore New Zealand Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2019 International Student Prospectus taylorsauckland.ac.nz ALBERT PARK SKY TOWER Experience PONSONBY CENTRAL a buzzing city
Auckland is New Zealand’s largest and AUCKLAND HARBOUR most cosmopolitan city. It is also one of the most multicultural cities in the world. DEVONPORT
Ranked 5th best city in the world The most ethnically diverse city to live in (Mercer Quality of Living in New Zealand, with more than Live life to the fullest Mix city life with outdoor activities Feel welcome in New Zealand is a melting pot of nationalities Auckland is also close to beautiful beaches, Survey 2018) 200 nationalities this multicultural and cultures. People are friendly and wildlife sanctuaries, hiking trails and islands, welcoming. You will immediately feel part offering great opportunities for you to city with great food, of our wonderful, multi-cultural city that immerse yourself in nature. offers many exciting activities for you to shopping, parks experience when you are taking a break Get more for your money and entertainment. from your studies. The living costs in New Zealand are Auckland ranked 4th most cosmopolitan Home to 28 beaches and 800 parks › Go shopping in one of the many vibrant affordable compared to many other shopping precincts countries. For information on living costs city in the world in the International and reserves › Eat outstanding food at an amazing and the minimum financial requirements Organisation for Migration’s 2015 number of restaurants and cafés for a visa visit newzealandnow.govt.nz/ World Migration Report › Spend time at the lively markets living-in-nz/ money-tax/comparable- › Experience bustling nightlife living-costs › Visit the Sky Tower’s spectacular viewing platforms › See Maori cultural performances in the Auckland Museum › Go to Auckland Zoo
14 15 Experience a buzzing city Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2019 International Student Prospectus taylorsauckland.ac.nz Enjoy state-of-the-art facilities Your campus
Central location State-of-the-art facilities Assessment International Student Contract Dispute You will be taught at Auckland’s harbour setting, magnificent Our excellent facilities on our well-equipped Students are assessed on the basis of Resolution Scheme (DRS) Taylors College Auckland beaches and green parks make it a great campus enable you to achieve your very coursework and exams (except for Art, Study Group NZ Limited, trading as Taylors place to study. Our campus is located in the best while you are studying with us: which is 100% coursework). Teachers will College and Embassy English, commits to which provides state-of- heart of the city, close to the public library, › Art and design studio support you to prepare for these and give fully complying with the DRS rules. For more the-art learning facilities cinemas, shops, restaurants and everything › Computer laboratories feedback on your results. information, please visit istudent.org.nz you need for a great life in the city. › Science laboratories and a high quality › Interactive whiteboards Student activity programme learning experience. Transport › Library Taylors College Auckland offers a range The campus is easily accessible by car, › Common room with table tennis of extra-curricular activities, such as movie bus or on foot. It is also served by the public and pool tables viewings, sport days and weekend trips. transport network; more information can be › Muslim prayer room We also run a programme called Volunteer found at at.govt.nz/bus-train-ferry › Wi-Fi Internet access, and more. Enterprise which enables students to take part in planning and running fundraising events and activities. Getting involved in social events and activities is a great opportunity to have fun, make friends and make the most out of your time in New Zealand.
16 17 Your campus Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2019 International Student Prospectus taylorsauckland.ac.nz Learn and grow I love the weather, the landscapes and the friendly community of international students in Auckland. For Student support anyone thinking of studying at Taylors College Auckland I would say that it’s a really good choice. We are fully committed to ensuring you receive the best possible care Evita from Malaysia while you are away from home. Current AFY student
Orientation programme As a new student you will undergo a comprehensive orientation . You’ll be given the Student Handbook which includes essential information about living and studying in New Zealand and at Taylors College Auckland. Orientation is also a great opportunity to meet tutors, make friends and find your way around the campus.
On-campus support We have a dedicated team of multilingual student welfare staff who are trained in the areas of student welfare, accommodation, pastoral care and counselling. For help in an emergency, we have staff who are on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Mentor groups You will be assigned a mentor teacher and group when you start at Taylors College Auckland. You will meet with them once a fortnight to talk about academic and personal issues and familiarise yourself with New Zealand culture. Your mentor teacher is available to give you academic and personal suppor throughout your study period.
Help with visa and insurance We offer a visa renewal service on-site, and can also arrange comprehensive insurance cover for you.
Student support services, including academic, health and personal counselling services are available for all our students.
18 19 Learn and grow Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2019 International Student Prospectus taylorsauckland.ac.nz Choose where to live Accommodation
Choosing accommodation is an important part of your new adventure. We are happy to help you find the perfect place to live and make you feel right at home.
Accommodation options Homestay Independent living A variety of accommodation options Homestay is the perfect option for students If you prefer to live in an independent house are available to you, including student who want to experience New Zealand or apartment, we can assist and advise you residences, homestay, or independent living culture and lifestyle, and the security of on rental or other accommodation options in houses or apartments. If you are under the home surroundings. close to our campus. age of 18, you must live in a homestay, with You will benefit from a family environment an adult relative, or a close family friend. by living with carefully selected hosts who are experienced in looking after overseas Student residences students. All hosts have been given police Living together with other students is a A variety of options clearance, and their homes are inspected great way to make friends and settle into before students are placed there. university life. This option will suit you if are available, from you enjoy living in a shared environment. Homestay involves staying in a private student residences HOMESTAY home as the paying guest. You will be Student residences are purpose-built HOMESTAY provided with meals and have your own and homestay to for your needs and feature single, room with a bed, wardrobe, desk, lamp furnished rooms with a bed, desk, chair and chair. A telephone and laundry are independent living and wardrobe, as well as telephone and also available for you. internet connections, and laundries for in apartments. washing. You can also take advantage of the common areas to socialise, watch TV, play games, make a meal or just relax. The student residence option available in Auckland is: › Empire ‹empireapartment.co.nz›
AREAS TO SOCIALISE When I first came to Auckland, Taylors College found me a homestay family which really helped me to adapt to the lifestyle here. They are great people and I chose to stay with them for five years. Thomas from Indonesia AFY graduate, now studying a Master of Architecture at the University of Auckland HOMESTAY HOMESTAY
20 21 Choose where to live Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2019 International Student Prospectus taylorsauckland.ac.nz Develop your knowledge and skills
Our courses I chose to study at Taylors College Auckland because I’ve seen the alumni doing well at university. The teachers are supportive and guide you to help solve Developed for international students, AFY is a programme of your problems. academic subjects, study skills and English language training Valerie from Indonesia designed to provide you with a direct path to successful degree Current AFY student study at university. Successfully completing the Pre-Foundation Programme and meeting the English entry requirements will allow entry into the AFY Standard Programme.
Programmes available
AFY - Standard Programme AFY - Intensive Programme Pre-Foundation Programme Progressing to university Designed for students who have an Designed for students who have higher Designed to provide you with an IELTS of at least 5.0 but don’t meet English and academic grades. You cover introduction to the core subjects Guaranteed entry Assessment for university entry the requirements for direct entry into the same material as in the Standard offered at foundation level and give With successful completion of AFY, and upon University entry is based on the following undergraduate study. Programme but in a shorter timeframe. you an opportunity to improve and meeting university entry requirements, you requirements: develop your English language skills. will be guaranteed entry into the University 1 Meeting the minimum overall course What will you study? What will you study? One-to-one assistance is readily of Auckland, AUT University or Massey average score for the relevant English and a choice of four elective English and a choice of four elective available from your teachers. University. You may also apply for other undergraduate degree programme subjects: subjects: universities in New Zealand. 2 Meeting the minimum overall English › Accounting › Accounting What will you study? mark (minimum 65%) › Art* › Biology In this course, you will study three core Assistance in university selection 3 Successful completion of the compulsory › Biology › Chemistry subjects and two out of three available Our tertiary counsellor will assist you subjects as specified for the relevant › Chemistry › Classical Studies elective subjects: to select the university that best meets undergraduate degree programme › Classical Studies › Economics Core subjects: your career aims. You will also visit the 4 Meeting any additional requirements › Economics › Geography › English partner universities to help you make prescribed by the university. › Geography › Information Technology › Mathematics the right decision about your future. For more information visit › Information Technology › Mathematics with Calculus › Information Technology taylorsauckland.ac.nz › Mathematics with Calculus › Mathematics with Statistics Elective subjects: › Mathematics with Statistics › Physics › Science › Physics › Commerce Facts › Social Studies Facts Minimum age: 16 Minimum age: 16 Intakes: April and October Facts Start Dates Intakes: January, July and August Programme length: 3 terms (31 weeks) Minimum age: 16 Intake Length in Orientation Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 Start Uni Programme length: 4 terms (40/38/35 English language requirement: Intakes: January and July weeks weeks depending on intake date) IELTS score of 5.5 (with no band less Programme length: January 22 weeks 18 Jan 2019 21 Jan 2019 15 Apr 2019 English language requirement: than 5.0) or approved equivalent January - 22 weeks Pre-foundation 29 Mar 2019 21 Jun 2019
IELTS score of 5.0 (with no band less July - 23 weeks July 23 weeks 5 Jul 2019 8 Jul 2019 30 Sep 2019 than 5.0) or approved equivalent English language requirement: Pre-foundation 13 Sept 2019 13 Dec 2019 IELTS score of 4.5 (writing no less January 40 weeks 18 Jan 2019 21 Jan 2019 15 Apr 2019 8 Jul 2019 30Sep 2019 Feb/Mar 2020 than 4.5) or approved equivalent Standard 29 Mar 2019 21 Jun 2019 13 Sept 2019 6 Dec 2019
April 31 weeks 12 Apr 2019 15 Apr 2019 8 Jul 2019 30Sep 2019 Feb/Mar 2020 Intensive 28 Jun 2018 13 Sept 2019 6 Dec 2019 Qualification title: Qualification title: Qualification title: New Foundation Studies Foundation Studies Zealand Certificate in July 38 weeks 5 Jul 2019 8 Jul 2019 30 Sep 2019 13 Jan2020 27 14 Apr 2020 Jul 2020 Certificate (Level 3) Certificate (Level 3) Foundation Skills (Level 2) Standard 13 Sept 2019 13 Dec 2019 Mar 2020 29 May 2020 This course, developed by the University This course, developed by the University This course, developed by the August 35 weeks 16 Aug 2019 19 Aug 2019 13 Jan 2020- 14 Apr 2020 Jul 2020 of Auckland, is delivered by Study Group of Auckland, is delivered by Study Group New Zealand Qualifications Authority, Standard 13 Dec 2018 27 Mar 2020 29 May 2020 NZ Limited trading as Taylors College. NZ Limited trading as Taylors College. is delivered by Study Group NZ Limited October 31 weeks 27 Sept 2019 30 Sep 2019 6 Jan 2020 14 Apr 2020 Jul 2020 trading as Taylors College. Intensive 20 Dec 2019 27 Mar 2020 29 May 2020
*Art is offered for January and July intakes only, and will only be available if there is sufficient student demand for this subject. If you wish to enrol in this subject, please check availability before you accept your offer of place.
22 23 Develop your knowledge and skills Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2019 International Student Prospectus taylorsauckland.ac.nz Subject descriptions AFY Standard and Intensive Programmes
Standard and Intensive English Art Classical Studies Information Technology This subject aims to develop students’ Students gain practical knowledge of An introduction to the history, literature, art, This subject provides students with a Programme subjects confidence and competency in visual arts and understanding of arts in architecture and politics of ancient Greece wide knowledge of computer technology, will prepare you with understanding, speaking, reading and context, develop ideas through observation, (600-400 BC) and Rome (753 BC-14 AD). common application software, writing English. Attention is paid to all and learn to analyse, interpret and This subject will teach skills that are vital programming, word processing, the skills you need to areas of study, including accuracy of evaluate images. in any degree at university level, including spreadsheets and databases. grammatical structure, spelling, Please note: Studio space for students critical thinking, analysis and writing meet the challenges Topics include: punctuation and word use. who wish to take Art is restricted and a argumentative essays in English. › Computer hardware of degree-level study. place in this subject is not guaranteed. Topics include: Topics include: › Computer software Priority will be given to students who › Listening (in small groups, classroom › Greek myths and the gods › Operating systems intend to apply for a Bachelor of Fine Arts, situations and lectures, showing › Athenian social life › Business applications Bachelor of Architecture or another discipline understanding through listening exercises) › Athenian art and architecture › Problem solving techniques used for in design. Art is not offered as part of the › Speaking (one-to-one and small group › Athenian democracy programming. April, August or October intakes. Offered in discussions, formal presentations) › Rome and the rise of the Emperor Augustus January and July only. You can always enjoy › Reading (note-taking, extended reading, › Roman architecture Mathematics A (Statistics) the fresh air in Auckland study of a range of newspaper and Biology › Greek drama: Medea. A prerequisite for many university magazine articles, showing understanding courses, this subject provides students city and there are many This subject aims to develop an through formally-assessed comprehension Economics with a broad range of mathematical understanding of Biology with the ability opportunities for you to exercises) This subject provides students with an knowledge and skills. › Writing (practice of different styles, to communicate facts logically and understanding of a wide spectrum of meet people from all Topics include: paragraph and note-form summaries, effectively, design and perform a range economic issues: basic economic concepts around the world. One of › Algebra and graphing of functions preparation of research reports). of experiments, develop skills in critical and principles, policy options available › Exponentials and logarithms my favourite activities in analysis, and apply biological knowledge for government and the probable › Correlation and regression New Zealand is to go hiking Accounting and understanding to the solution of consequences of economic decisions. problems. It also aims to foster respect for › Probability and set theory An introduction to accounting methods on the weekends, the views intellectual honesty in acquiring, presenting Topics include: › Random variables and their distributions and concepts. are amazing! and interpreting evidence. › Relative scarcity and production possibilities › Time series Topics include: › Demand, supply and the market › Linear programming Topics include: Karen from Hong Kong › Cash and Accrual Accounting › Market structures including monopoly › Mathematical modelling › Structure and function of the cell › Budgeting › Externalities, public goods and › Numerical equation solving AFY graduate, now studying › Responses of plants and animals to biotic › Cash flow government intervention › Binomial, poisson and normal distributions. a Bachelor of Communication and abiotic factors › Depreciation › Equity and efficiency in Queensland, Australia › Genetics › Assessment of performance › The financial markets Mathematics B (Calculus) › Evolution – primates and hominids. › Accounting systems › Aggregate demand and supply and the This subject provides students with a solid macroeconomic economy. › Job costing Chemistry foundation for subjects at university that › Cost-volume-profit analysis require a prior knowledge of Mathematics This practical course provides students › Financial statements for sole traders, Geography with Calculus. partnerships and companies. with the basis to study science-related Students will study the formation of natural Topics include: courses at university, the knowledge and features, learn skills involved in interpreting › Calculus confidence to test their ideas experimentally, topographic data; analyse cultural You will study English › Algebra the ability to make informed and responsible processes (urban growth, migration, › Trigonometry decisions, and an enjoyment of science. development and sustainability), and and a choice of four › Geometry. Topics include: study human actions that modify natural elective subjects. processes and analyse the outcomes. › Atomic theory Physics › Chemical bonding and the shapes of Topics include: Students will develop theoretical knowledge, molecules Physical Geography: › Chemistry of transition elements, metal problem solving skills and experimental › Coastal processes techniques. hydroxides, halogens, selected ions › River processes › Analysis of laboratory solutions and › Geological processes Topics include: commercial products › Biomes › Light › Energy involved in physical and chemical › Waves Human Geography: changes › Kinematics › Population › Aqueous Chemistry › Mechanics › Migration › Oxidation-reduction and applications › Electricity and magnetism › Urban settlements › Organic Chemistry; spectroscopic › Atomic and nuclear physics. › Development identification of organic compounds. › Sustainability › Climate change.
24 25 Subject descriptions: AFY Standard and Intensive Programmes Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2019 International Student Prospectus taylorsauckland.ac.nz My teachers were excellent. They not only helped me with my Subject descriptions studies but also with the practical aspects of life in New Zealand. I was Pre-Foundation Programme also very fortunate to gain work experience in Auckland. I started working part time in the school’s library, which suited my study The subjects you’ll study during Compulsory subjects Elective subjects the Pre-Foundation Programme schedule. I love living in Auckland! English Commerce will prepare you for academic The course aims to develop the four basic The course aims to give students the Julia from Vietnam study and improve your English language skills of reading, writing, listening skills and vocabulary base in Accounting AFY graduate, has since completed her Bachelor language skills. and speaking. It also introduces the skills and Economics that will enable them to of Commerce from the University of Auckland required for academic reading and writing, understand the more advanced topics and is currently employed in New Zealand with an emphasis on the importance of taught in AFY. Students will gain knowledge interpreting resource material and utilising and understanding of the major concepts in new knowledge to answer questions Accounting and Economics and will be given and write essays. The development of the opportunity to apply these concepts in independent learning skills is also a focus. a variety of situations. Mathematics Science This course gives students the opportunity The Science course gives students an to develop a skill base in general maths that insight into three subjects available as will prepare them to specialise in Statistics individual subjects in AFY: Biology, and/or Calculus in AFY. Chemistry and Physics.
Information Technology › Biology : Students get to know basic This course aims to give students the information needed for the AFY Programme. opportunity to develop a skill base that will This subject includes an introduction enable them to successfully complete the to genetics, evolution, plus animal and AFY programme. They will also develop plant responses to environmental factors. computing skills in additional areas not › Chemistry : Students get to know covered by the AFY course, learn about common chemicals used in the internet usage for study and research laboratory, how to test for them, and find and improve their presentation skills. out what they do. Classes also involve finding out how much one substance will react with another. This is very much a Designed for practical, hands-on course to give students an enjoyment of Chemistry. students who › Physics : Students find explanations for why and how things happen. The do not meet course involves practical components the academic to complement the theoretical or English entry relationships covered. Social Studies requirements for This course gives students an introduction the AFY Programme. to New Zealand history and Maori culture, European history and ancient history. It will include topics in the history of art, and the Facts history of disasters. The subject introduces vocabulary that will be useful in the January - 22 weeks foundation year subjects of Classical July - 23 weeks Studies, Geography and Art. Students will Students need to study 3 also begin learning the skills of analysis compulsory subjects and choose and critical thinking which are necessary 2 out of 3 elective subjects in humanities subjects.
Please note: Due to recent changes in regulations, effective from 01 January 2019, students studying the Pre-Foundation Programme at Taylors College Auckland must achieve an IELTS score or other internationally recognised English test outcome as required by NZQA to gain entry to the AFY programme.
26 27 Subject descriptions: Pre-Foundation Programme Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2019 International Student Prospectus taylorsauckland.ac.nz The teachers at Taylors College are really helpful. If you don’t understand English Language anything, you can always ask them, and they’re always there to help. Preparation (ELP) The classes here are smaller, so it’s easier for the teachers to spend time with every student. Settling in here was a bit difficult for the first few days, If you need to improve your English because I missed home. But once I language skills in order to study an got to make friends and started my academic course, our English programme studies, it helped me through a lot is the perfect solution. of my homesickness. Now it feels good to be here.
Thames from Thailand Studying the Foundation Programme
Crucial skills for academic learning Individual attention The programme focuses on maximising Our classes are small so your progress Facts your progress in each of the four core can be carefully monitored by your Minimum age: 16 English skills - speaking, writing, reading teacher. There’s regular testing to help Maximum class size: 18 and listening. You will gain study skills such ensure you reach your full potential. Entry requirement: IELTS minimum 4.0, as examination techniques, critical analysis, with no band less than 3.5 note-taking and text scanning to help you Highly qualified teachers Face-to-face teaching: 25 hours per week learn faster and with greater confidence. The ELP teaching staff are highly qualified Term length: and experienced professionals in the ELP 1 - 12 weeks Personal study plan English as a Second Language (ESL) field. ELP 2 - 24 weeks (includes ELP 3) Each ELP course is designed to help you ELP 3 - 12 weeks develop the necessary skills for success. Delivered on campus Before you start your programme, we will Your ELP lessons consist of 25 hours of Start dates: test your level of English and advise you face-to-face teaching per week. You will January 7 on how long you need to study to reach meet new friends and your teachers April 1 the required level. before starting the AFY programme. July 1 September 23
In Chile, students do not have a close relationship with their teachers or staff. However, at Taylors College Auckland the teachers are always very helpful and create a positive learning environment. After receiving lots of support and information at Taylors College Auckland, I’ve decided to study Linguistics at university.
Valentina from Chile AFY Graduate
Please note: Due to recent changes in regulations, effective from 01 January 2019, students studying ELP at Taylors College Auckland must achieve an IELTS score or other internationally recognised English test outcome as required by NZQA to gain entry to the AFY programme.
28 29 English Language Preparation (ELP) Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2019 International Student Prospectus taylorsauckland.ac.nz New Zealand is a green country with a lot of trees even in the city, Skills for Success and fresh air. People are kind and friendly and easy going. When you arrive they help you get into the community. Every overseas student studying abroad can study happily here. With your future in mind we have a careers programme as part of Stephen from Hong Kong all our programmes at Taylors AFY graduate, now studying Bachelor of Sport and Recreation at AUT College Auckland.
During your programme You will take part in a workshop on You will complete CareerQuest, created by New Zealand attitudes and communication, the New Zealand government, to help you discussing expectations within university to identify careers and university courses and society. to consider. The resources provided by Taylors College and online will support you CareerAhead as you make your degree choices, with The CareerAhead service is designed to information and research opportunities. give you a head start in today’s competitive graduate employment market by helping There will be an opportunity to prepare you become a confident, highly skilled and a CV and write a personal statement. extremely employable graduate. We encourage you to develop your skills by joining the Volunteer Enterprise group CareerAhead will help you: at Taylors Auckland. This group plans, › Identify the majors at university that advertises and carries out fundraising will suit you the best events and activities for staff and students. › Gain a better understanding of the You can choose which areas you want to employment market in New Zealand develop if you join Volunteer Enterprise: in your chosen area(s) leadership, planning, communication or › Develop your CV and/or work on event management. a personal statement for your university application › Find information about the legislation around working in New Zealand › Get the chance to add volunteer work to your CV › Make the right choices for your future career. You will be supported by the coordinator, your mentor and the Tertiary Counsellor throughout the CareerAhead programme.
At the end of the course You will receive a certificate and a Career Development folder.
30 31 CareerAhead Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2019 International Student Prospectus taylorsauckland.ac.nz I chose Taylors College because Taylors College I was not fully prepared for university. Taylors offers a quality Auckland Foundation Year foundation course, the teachers are professional and they help you a lot Entry requirements in your course. After I graduated from Taylors, I still often go back and catch up with my teachers! This information is intended as a guide only and is subject to change without notice. For the most current information, please visit taylorsauckland.ac.nz Jo from China AFY graduate, now studying a Bachelor English test Language AFY – Standard Programme AFY – Intensive Programme Pre-Foundation Programme of Business at Massey University IELTS Academic IELTS 5.0 (no band less than 5.0) IELTS 5.5 (no band less than 5.0) IELTS 4.5 (writing no less than 4.5)
TOEFL PB 500 (TWE 4) 530 (TWE 4.5) 450 (TWE 3.5)
TOEFL IBT 35 (writing no less than 14) 46 (writing no less than 14) 32 (writing no less than 12)
PTE Academic 36 42 34 (writing no less than 35)
CAE N/A N/A 147
FCE or FCE for Schools Score of 154 (with no less than 154 in each skill) Score of 162 (with no less than 154 in each skill) N/A
Academic
Country AFY – Standard Programme AFY – Intensive Programme Pre-Foundation Programme Australia Year 11 (70% in relevant subjects) Year 11 (75% in relevant subjects) Year 11 (60% in relevant subjects)
China Senior Year 2 or Senior Year 3 - 70% or above Senior Year 2 or Senior Year 3 - 80% or above Senior Year 2 or Senior Year 3 - 60% or in relevant subjects in relevant subjects above in relevant subjects Hong Kong Form 5 with satisfactory results in 4 academic Form 5 with satisfactory results in 4 Form 5 with satisfactory results in 4 subjects academic subjects academic subjects HKDSE - 3 relevant subjects at Level 2 HKDSE - 2 Level 2 and 1 Level 3 in relevant HKDSE - 2 Level 2 and 1 Level 1 in relevant subjects subjects India Year 11 - 70% in relevant subjects Year 11 - 80% in relevant subjects Year 11 60% in relevant subjects
Indonesia SMA 2 - 70% -75% in 4 academic subjects SMA 2 - 80% - 85% in 4 academic subjects SMA 2 - 65% in 4 academic subjects
Iran Year 11 with 16 / 20 in academic subjects Year 11 with 18 / 20 in academic subjects Year 11 with 14 / 20 in academic subjects
Japan Kotogakko / Upper Secondary School Year 2 Kotogakko / Upper Secondary School Year 2 Kotogakko / Upper Secondary School - Grade 4-5 in academic subjects with superior grades in academic subjects Certificate Year 2 - Grade 3-4 in academic subjects Korea High School Certificate Year 2 - Rank 2 - 3 High School Certificate Year 2 - Rank 1 High School Certificate Year 2 - Rank 4 - 5
Kuwait General Secondary School Certificate General Secondary School Certificate General Secondary School Certificate with 75% in 4 relevant subjects with 90% in 4 relevant subjects with 70% in 4 relevant subjects
Macau Form 5 / Senior Middle 2 65% - 75% in Form 5 / Senior Middle 2 75% - 80% in Form 5 / Senior Middle 2 60% - 65% in academic subjects academic subjects academic subjects Malaysia SPM (or forecast) - aggregated of 20 or less SPM (or forecast) - aggregate of 15 or less SPM (or forecast) - aggregate of 30 or less across 5 academic subjects across 5 academic subjects across 5 academic subjects Mexico Completion of Bachillerato - 7.0/70% in four Completion of Bachillerato - 7.5/75% in four Completion of Bachillerato - 6.0/60% in four relevant subjects relevant subjects relevant subjects New Zealand Completion of 40 credits at NCEA Level 2 with Completion of 48 credits at NCEA Level 2 with Completion of 38 credits at NCEA Level 1 no fewer than 12 credits in each of 3 subjects no fewer than 12 credits in each of 3 subjects with no fewer than 12 credits in each of 3 (including Maths) (including Maths) subjects (including Maths) Russia Certificate of Secondary Education (Attestat) Certificate of Secondary Education (Attestat) Certificate of Secondary Education - minimum a grade 3 in 5 subjects - minimum of a grade 3 in 3 subjects and a (Attestat) - minimum of a grade 2 in 3 minimum of grade 4 in 2 subjects subjects and a grade of 3 in 2 subjects Saudi Arabia Tawjihiyah / General Secondary Education Tawjihiyah / General Secondary Education Tawjihiyah / General Secondary Education Certificate with 75% average in academic Certificate with 90% average in academic Certificate with 70% average in academic subjects subjects subjects Singapore Singapore O Levels (or forecast) - aggregate Singapore O Levels (or forecast) - aggregate Singapore O Levels (or forecast) - of 20 or less across 5 academic subjects of 15 or less across 5 academic subjects aggregate of 30 or less across 5 academic subjects
Sri Lanka Sri Lankan O levels - B grade in 4 academic Sri Lankan O levels - 2 A grades and 2 B Sri Lankan O levels - C grade in 4 academic subjects grades in 4 academic subjects subjects Taiwan Senior Year 2 - 70% or above in 4 relevant Senior Year 2 - 80% or above in 4 relevant Senior Year 2 - 60% or above in 4 relevant subjects subjects subjects Thailand Matayom 5 GPA 2.5 in academic subjects Matayom 5 GPA 3.0 in academic subjects Matayom 5 GPA 2.2 in academic subjects Turkey Devlet Lise Diplomasi / State High School Devlet Lise Diplomasi / State High School Devlet Lise Diplomasi / State High School Diploma - minimum of Grade 2 in 3 subjects Diploma - minimum of Grade 3 in 3 subjects Diploma Grade 2 or above in academic and Grade 3 in 2 subjects and Grade 4 in 2 subjects subjects Vietnam Year 11 - GPA of 7.5 Year 11 - GPA of 8.0 Year 11 - GPA of 7.0
32 33 Entry requirements Entry requirements taylorsauckland.ac.nz How to apply
International Application for Admission Please print clearly in English and in BLOCK letters. Please tick boxes where appropriate. You can apply to Taylors College Auckland directly or through your local agent. Local representative information Agent name Agent URN Whichever option you choose, we’re available to help you every step of the way. Student details Family name Given names
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The Accident Compensation Corporation provides Email accident insurance for all New Zealand citizens, residents and temporary visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be liable for all other medical and related Visa details costs. Further information can be viewed on the ACC Do you have a current New Zealand Visa? Yes No (please tick) If Yes, please provide a copy of your current visa. STEP 2 website at www.acc.co.nz Attach the following documents: Are you applying for a Student Visa? Yes No (please tick) If No, please provide further information. • Verified copies of your academic International students must have appropriate and Visa type Visa subclass Visa expiry date qualifications (translated into English); current medical and travel insurance while studying STEP 1 • Evidence of English language in New Zealand. Complete all sections of the proficiency; Passport details International Application for • A copy of your passport and visa (if Passport number Passport expiry date Admission form. you have a current New Zealand visa) Please provide a copy of your current passport
English Language All international students must demonstrate an acceptable level of English proficiency to gain admission to the AFY academic programs. Please provide evidence of your English language proficiency by submitting your English language test results taken in the last two years.
Academic IELTS (Score) Overall Listening Reading Writing Speaking
Other (please supply) For all other tests accepted by the Admissions Department, please refer to afy.ac.nz
Previous education STEP 3 Please attach verified copies of all academic transcripts or reports (translated into English). Submit your application to a STEP 4 Name of qualification Year awarded local agent representative or Your application will be reviewed directly to the Admissions Centre for eligibility. You will be advised Name of school/college/university [email protected] of the outcome in writing. Country/State Language of instruction
If you are currently completing a qualification, please indicate when you expect to complete this study(mm/yyyy) 34 How to apply Course selection Recommended weeks of English Language Preparation (ELP) ELP start date
Pre-Foundation January July AFY Standard January July August AFY Intensive April October Year Dates, fees and
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Subject 1 English Subject 4 additional costs Subject 2 Subject 5 taylorsauckland.ac.nz Subject 3 For a full list of Taylors Auckland fees, please visit *For course descriptions, please visit afy.ac.nz FEE PAYMENT SCHEDULE Undergraduate course selection PROGRAMME ORIENTATION DATES START DATES FEE (NZ$) FIRST INSTALMENT Undergraduate offer Taylors English Language Preparation 1 Term (12 weeks) I would like to study the following undergraduate course (in order of preference) at: University of Auckland AUT University Massey University Intakes: January, April, July, September $6,108 Preference 1 Major AFY Standard Programme Preference 2 Major January (40 weeks) 18/01/2019 21/01/2019 $27,200 $27,200 on acceptance Preference 3 Major July (38 weeks) 05/07/2019 08/07/2019 $27,200 $27,200 on acceptance
August (35 weeks) 16/08/2019 19/08/2019 $27,200 $27,200 on acceptance Caregiver arrangements AFY Intensive Programme If you are under 18 years of age, do you require the College to recommend a Caregiver? Yes No (please tick) April (31 weeks) 12/04/2019 15/04/2019 $27,200 $27,200 on acceptance October (31 weeks) 27/09/2019 30/09/2019 $27,200 $27,200 on acceptance If No, please advise the name and address in New Zealand of your Caregiver. Pre-Foundation Programme Caregivers name January (22 weeks) 18/01/2019 21/01/2019 $13,600 $13,600 on acceptance Caregivers address in New Zealand July (23 weeks) 05/07/2019 08/07/2019 $13,600 $13,600 on acceptance
Accommodation SUPPLEMENTS TAYLORS EXTRA CARE
Do you require assistance with accommodation? Yes No (please tick) If Yes, please provide details below. Price (NZ$) Period of cover Price^^ (NZ$) Enrolment fee* $335 3 months $425 Length of stay Accommodation start date (dd/mm/yyyy)
Stationery and textbook costs (approximate) $300-$400 6 months $840 What type of accommodation do you require? Empire Apartments Homestay (single) Homestay Central (please tick)
Art kit $350 9 months $1,270 Airport transfer Airport transfer fee (one way) $160 10 months $1,410 If yes, flight details including date, time and flight number should be sent to the Admissions Centre Living costs per year** (estimated) $15,000 12 months $1,690 Do you require an airport transfer? Yes No (please tick) as soon as possible to arrange the airport collection *Compulsory, non-refundable fee included with initial payment. ** This is a guide only. Actual costs may vary slightly from those listed above. Disability Do you have a disability, impairment or long-term medical condition which may affect your studies? Yes No (please tick) ACCOMMODATION STUDYCARE INSURANCE If yes please indicate the area/s of impairment: Acquired brain impairment Hearing/Deaf Intellectual Learning Physical Price* (NZ$) It is compulsory for students to have full and valid health insurance upon enrolment. For your peace of mind, we offer Medical condition Mental illness Mobility Vision (please tick) Accommodation placement fee $330 a comprehensive insurance policy specially designed to suit the needs of international students. For your convenience, If you have a disability, would you like to receive advice on support services, equipment and facilities which may assist you? Yes No (please tick) Designated caregiver accommodation inspection fee** $330 StudyCare insurance will be included automatically on your invoice unless you provide us with details of your alternative Homestay^+ (Includes 16 meals per week) $294 per week policy. Any alternative policy must offer the same level of cover as that provided by StudyCare. For further details contact the Medical insurance (if applicable) Homestay Central^+ (includes 16 meals per week) $308 per week Admissions Centre, Sydney, or your Taylors representative. 0 Do you currently hold medical insurance? Yes No (please tick) If Yes, please provide details below. Empire Apartments# From $301 Period of cover Price^^ (NZ$) per week Name of insurance provider Up to 4 weeks $89 * Price based on single room. Insurance membership number Insurance expiry date **Applies to students under 18 years of age who choose not to use the homestay and 8 weeks Up to $132 caregiver service arranged by Taylors College. For your convenience, medical insurance will be included automatically on your invoice unless your provide us with details of your alternative policy. ^Students aged under 18 living in homestay accommodation will be invoiced at the time of Up to 3 months $166 enrolment for the period until they turn 18. Monthly instalment payments can be arranged with our Accounts Department. Up to 4 months $206 Declaration and signature (This application must be signed; otherwise it will not be accepted) +A fee per week is payable to hold a room if a student is absent from homestay during Up to 5 months $255 I wish to be considered for admission to the course(s) I have shown on this application I have read, understood and agree to be bound by the Terms and Conditions, Student Holidays. #Students must be aged 18 years and over. form. I agree that where I do not meet the entry requirements for the selected course Complaints Policy, Cancellation and Refund Policy as stated on the Taylors website Up to 6 months $306 or suite of courses that I will be offered an alternative Study Group course. I declare (afy.ac.nz/admissions/terms-and-conditions). I agree to pay all fees owing and by that to the best of my knowledge the information supplied within this application and the the due date. Up to 7 months $357 documentation supporting it is correct and complete. I acknowledge that the provision I have read and understand the outline of how the Privacy Act will be applied at Taylors, Up to 8 months $407 of false or misleading information may result in non-acceptance of the application or set out on the Taylors website (afy.ac.nz) and I authorise the College to collect, use and immediate exclusion from Taylors College. I authorise Taylors College, where necessary, disclose personal information about me in accordance with the Privacy Act 1993. Up to 9 months $456 to obtain from any other educational institution evidence of my academic records or seek other corroborating evidence with respect to my application. Up to 10 months $507
Signed (Student) Date (dd/mm/yyyy) Up to 11 months $557
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