YOUR PATHWAY TO A DEGREE FROM NEW ZEALAND’S TOP UNIVERSITIES

TAYLORS COLLEGE 2014 AUCKLAND FOUNDATION YEAR

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THE AUCKLAND FOUNDATION YEAR (AFY) ...... 03

AUCKLAND ...... 04

WHY CHOOSE THE AFY? ...... 05

AUT UNIVERSITY ...... 06

MASSEY UNIVERSITY ...... 08

THE UNIVERSITY OF AUCKLAND ...... 10

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS ...... 12

OUR CAMPUS ...... 13

WELFARE AND SUPPORT ...... 14

PROGRAMMES AND ASSESSMENT ...... 15

TAYLORS COLLEGE ENGLISH LANGUAGE PREPARATION ...... 16

UNIVERSITY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

AUT ...... 17

MASSEY UNIVERSITY ...... 18

THE UNIVERSITY OF AUCKLAND ...... 19

AFY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ...... 20

HOW TO APPLY ...... 21

TERMS AND CONDITIONS ...... 22

“With my qualification and past working experience, hopefully I can open my own consultancy in the near future. My aim is to help new migrants to settle down financially and start their dream business in New Zealand.”

Aotearoa Festival Cricket on the beach, Misson Bay

AIMEE WANG FROM CHINA

AFY graduate 2003 Bachelor of Commerce from The University of Auckland, with a double major of Accounting and Marketing Lending Specialist ASB Bank Head Offi ce, Auckland

Courtesy of Tourism Auckland Courtesy of Tourism Auckland TAYLORS COLLEGE – AUCKLAND FOUNDATION YEAR | 2014 PAGE 03 The Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) afy.ac.nz

The Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) programme at Taylors College prepares you to enter one of three New Zealand universities – AUT University, Massey University and The University of Auckland – where you can complete the undergraduate degree of your choice to embark on a fulfi lling career.

SUCCEED WITH THE UNIQUE YOU’LL FEEL WELCOMED AND TAYLORS COLLEGE APPROACH AT HOME AT TAYLORS COLLEGE New Zealand Qualifi cation Authority Assessment Our students come from all over the world. With so – Top score many young people from different backgrounds and Taylors College excelled in the NZQA (New Zealand cultures, studying AFY at Taylors College is exciting Qualifi cation Authority) External Evaluation with and rewarding – you’ll love it. Highly Confi dent in educational performance and ACCEPTED BY OTHER Highly Confi dent in capability in self-assessment. UNIVERSITIES IN NEW ZEALAND, This is the highest ranking that schools can gain AUSTRALIA AND THE WORLD and demonstrates the high standard of teaching, As well as our three partner universities, all success rates and professionalism of Taylors other universities in New Zealand, top universities College. You can feel safe in the knowledge that in Australia and other universities from around the our performance and educational quality are world recognise the AFY qualifi cation, giving you a frequently assessed. huge range of study options. Personalise your timetable Our approach ensures your studies are always GET TO KNOW OUR on track. You will benefi t from a fl exible system PARTNER UNIVERSITIES that allows for a more personalised timetable WHILE STUDYING AFY with individual tutorials. During your year with us studying AFY, you will become familiar with our partner universities by Highly experienced staff touring their campuses, and attending lectures Our staff are highly skilled in dealing with the and university open days. needs and requirements of international students. Staff from each university visit Taylors to talk They will assist you to organise your studies, select to you about the courses and answer any other the right university course and will help with any questions you have. personal challenges you may encounter whilst living away from home. This fi rst-hand experience with each institution will make it easier for you to decide which A learning experience like no other university you want to attend once your AFY At Taylors College, we provide a dynamic and program is fi nished. interactive learning environment, which is vital for success at university.

2014 START DATES

Intake Weeks IELTS Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 Term 5 Term 6 Study Start University Standard Programme 28 Jan – 22 Apr – 14 Jul – 6 Oct – January 40 5.0* 4 Apr 2014 27 Jun 2014 19 Sep 2014 12 Dec 2014 Study five subjects – English plus four electives. March 2015 14 Jul – 6 Oct – 19 Jan – 20 Apr – English + Maths A (Statistics), Maths B July 38 5.0* 19 Sep 2014 12 Dec 2014 2 Apr 2015 5 Jun 2015 (Calculus), Accounting, Economics, Information July 2015 Technology, Biology, Chemistry, Physics 25 Aug – 12 Jan – 20 Apr – August 35 5.0* Classical Studies, Geography, or Art 12 Dec 2014 2 Apr 2015 5 Jun 2015 July 2015 Intensive Programme

22 Apr – April 31 5.5^ 14 Jul – 6 Oct – Study five subjects – English plus four electives. March 2015 4 Jul 2014 19 Sep 2014 12 Dec 2014 English + Maths A (Statistics), Maths B (Calculus), Accounting, Economics, Information

^ 6 Oct – 5 Jan – 20 Apr – Technology, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, October 30 5.5 19 Dec 2014 2 Apr 2015 5 Jun 2015 Classical Studies, Geography, or Art July 2015

Pre-foundation Programme

28 Jan – 22 Apr – 14 Jul – 6 Oct – 19 Jan – 20 Apr – Two academic terms of preparatory coursework January 58 4.5# 4 Apr 2014 27 Jun 2014 19 Sep 2014 12 Dec 2014 2 Apr 2015 5 Jun 2015 inclusive of five compulsory subjects; July 2015 English, Commerce, Information Technology, Mathematics and Science 14 Jul – 6 Oct – 27 Jan – 20 Apr – 13 Jul – 5 Oct – July 60 4.5# The final four terms consist of the standard March 2016 19 Sep 2014 12 Dec 2014 2 Apr 2015 26 Jun 2015 18 Sep 2015 11 Dec 2015 programme * Writing no less than 5.0 ^ Writing no less than 5.5 # Writing no less than 4.5 PAGE 04 Auckland

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With a population of over 1.5 million, Auckland is New Zealand’s largest and most cosmopolitan city. Located between two beautiful harbours, Auckland features amazing scenery that includes stunning beaches, unspoilt bushland and dazzling islands. You are sure to appreciate the great food, fantastic shopping and many activities on off er. Students are an established and welcome part of Auckland’s population and lifestyle. You will immediately feel part of this wonderful city.

FEEL WELCOME AT ALL TIMES RELIABLE TRANSPORT SYSTEM New Zealanders or ‘Kiwis’ have a well-deserved Auckland has a convenient and reliable public reputation for being very friendly and welcoming transport system of buses, trains and ferries. to people from other countries. As a student you will benefi t from a discount of 30 to 40% on public transport. AFFORDABLE LIVING COSTS The living costs in New Zealand are very KEY FACTS ABOUT AUCKLAND affordable compared to many other cities. > Largest city and business capital of New Zealand These costs total approximately NZ$15,000 per year* including accommodation, transport > Population of 1.5 million, representing and food, meaning that you will receive a over 30% of New Zealand’s population world-class education at a reasonable price. > Ranked third best city in the world to live^ > 28 beaches and 800 parks and reserves EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES > Multicultural population After graduating from a New Zealand university, > Weather you will be able to apply for a one year job search visa. This means that you can remain in New : Summer: December – February. Zealand to look for work for up to one year. Many Average temperature: max 24˚C/min 16˚C graduates secure a job in this time and decide to : Winter: June – August. stay on in New Zealand to work. After securing a Average temperature: max 15˚C/min 8˚C job you may then have the opportunity to apply for permanent residency and eventually citizenship.

For more information, visit * Immigration New Zealand immigration.govt.nz/skillsshortage. ^ Mercer Quality of Living Survey 2012 – ranked 3.

“After one year of AFY, I find it is much easier to survive the stressful university life. All of the report writing skills and specialized knowledge I gained from Taylors College can help me to realize my dream of being a food technologist.”

CHENGE LI FROM CHINA

AFY graduate 2013 Currently studying Bachelor of Food Technology (with Honours) at Massey University TAYLORS COLLEGE – AUCKLAND FOUNDATION YEAR | 2014 PAGE 05 Why choose the AFY? afy.ac.nz

A GUARANTEED PATHWAY SMALLER TUTORIAL SIZES TO UNIVERSITY We limit the number of students in each tutorial, By successfully completing the Taylors College AFY which allows our academic staff to provide you you are guaranteed a place* at AUT University, with more individual attention, maximising your Massey University or The University of Auckland. academic performance.

IELTS test is not mandatory for AFY students RECOGNITION OF PRIOR entering most undergraduate degrees at LEARNING (RPL) partner universities. If you have studied at NCEA Level 3 in New Zealand HIGH GRADUATE SUCCESS RATE or overseas, you can apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), which, if successful, will allow you In 2012 to complete AFY with less expense and in less time. > 94% of students received a fi nal offer from a tertiary institute OPEN TO NEW ZEALAND PERMANENT RESIDENTS > 90% received offers from a partner university AND CITIZENS (AUT University, Massey University and The University of Auckland) AFY has been approved by Universities New Zealand to accept international, New Zealand Permanent STRONG TERTIARY SUPPORT Residents (PRs) and domestic students into AFY. Our tertiary counsellor gives you friendly and Conditions apply – see page 20 for more details. professional university counseling, organises regular visits to partner universities and assists IMPROVE YOUR ENGLISH with your university application. LANGUAGE SKILLS We offer Taylors English Language Preparation (TELP) RECOGNITION BY ALL OTHER if you need to develop your English skills before you NEW ZEALAND AND TOP start your foundation course. For full details on TELP, AUSTRALIAN UNIVERSITIES please see page 16. As well as our three partner universities, all other universities in New Zealand, top Australian universities and other universities from around the world recognise your AFY qualifi cation. *On meeting the entry requirements and achieving the necessary grades.

“Taylors College provides a great foundation for your future development. Stay strong, stay positive, stay independent, enjoy AFY and New Zealand!”

THUY TIEN VO FROM VIETNAM

AFY graduate 2011 Currently studying Bachelor of International Hospitality Management at AUT University, majoring in Event Management PAGE 06 AUT University

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AUT University traces its roots back to 1895 as the country’s leading Institute of Technology. It earned university status in 2000 in recognition of its national and international stature in research, teaching, scholarship, creativity and innovation. We are now listed in the top 500 Universities in the world*.

THE UNIVERSITY FOR join a business or organisation for a semester and THE CHANGING WORLD apply skills and knowledge in the real world. AUT University is New Zealand’s second largest AUT prides itself on its high lecturer-to-student ratio, and fastest growing university, with campuses student support services and on-campus facilities, in Auckland CBD, North and South Auckland. including online library resources, entertainment We refl ect the changing world, and emerging and sports. environments and industries – whatever the area of study. Our teaching, research and community OUR STUDENTS work integrate the most contemporary thinking, AUT University is committed to internationalisation and are focused on fi elds within: and welcomes approximately 4,000 international > Culture and Society students to our campus. An extensive range of support services are available for our students > Business and Law inclusive of health services, orientation, social > Design and Creative Technologies events, accommodation placement, academic > Health and Environmental Sciences support, careers counselling and student mentors. > Maori Development. TAYLORS COLLEGE AUCKLAND Pathways are available from pre-degree through to FOUNDATION YEAR (AFY) doctoral study. For the past ten years AUT University has Because of established relationships with employers welcomed students from the Taylors College and professionals, the teaching and research is Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) programme where relevant to current and future industry, which statistics prove the AFY students transition well, accounts for our 95% graduate employment rate. both academically and culturally, into main stream university programmes. Many bachelor degree programmes include a cooperative education component, where students TAYLORS COLLEGE – AUCKLAND FOUNDATION YEAR | 2014 PAGE 07

WHY AUT – THE UNIVERSITY FOR THE CHANGING WORLD

WE ARE: > our Engineering programmes are recognised by and accredited by the Washington Accord > the second-largest university in New Zealand and the Institute of Professional Engineers and the fastest growing New Zealand (IPENZ). > ranked in the top 500 Universities in the world* > excellent research facilities and a strong > internationally recognised and globally research culture competitive > classes that are personal and interactive > committed to internationalisation and > four vibrant and well-positioned campuses the value of our international students – Auckland (City), Manukau (South Auckland), > located in Auckland – voted third best city and two on the North Shore (Millennium in the world to live in^. and Akoranga). WE HAVE: > over 4000 international students from more > the highest graduate employment rate of any than 85 countries studying at AUT New Zealand university > study abroad, internship and exchange > fi ve faculties, offering over 250 programmes programmes. in Business + Law, Culture + Society, Design + Creative Technologies, Health + Environmental Download AUT’s international brochure at: Sciences and Te Ara Poutama (Maori Studies) > mi-nz.com\aut > close links with industry and the professions, so that we teach you the skills that are really needed in the global market facebook.com/autuniversity > our School of Business is AACSB accredited which ranks it in the top 6% of schools twitter.com/AUTuni internationally. Programmes hold endorsements for professional organisations such as ACCA, youtube.com/autuniversity CIMA, NZICA and CPA

^ Mercers 2011 Quality of Living Survey * QS 2012 World University Rankings

AUT University is a diverse and relevant university, one which supports diversity of people, cultures engaged with industry, business and the and ideas. community, and with the wider issues that confront AUT University is delighted to be associated with our economy and society. With four campuses the Taylors College Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) in Auckland, a range of international research programme, which paves the way for international programmes, and the fastest growing university students to enter both AUT and other New Zealand enrolment in New Zealand, AUT is an important universities. AUT is pleased to guarantee entry to contributor to higher learning in this country. We Professor all AFY graduates who meet the entry standards have more than 25,000 students from New Zealand Derek McCormack set by our faculties. and throughout the world. Our high quality teaching staff, innovative facilities, learning support and We look forward to welcoming AFY graduates in contemporary programmes help us to produce the future. highly capable and employable graduates.

We understand the importance of building international relationships and place a high value on the contribution that international students make to university life. We currently have students from 84 different countries studying here at AUT University Derek McCormack and they enjoy an inclusive learning environment – Vice-Chancellor PAGE 08 Massey University

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At Massey University, we are all about making a diff erence and we want to help you to do the same. As New Zealand’s only truly national university we foster and propel positive change, taking the best of our nation’s creativity and innovation to every corner of the globe.

NEW ZEALAND’S STUDENT EXPERIENCE DEFINING UNIVERSITY With three fully resourced campuses in three Imagine the possibilities: unique cities: Albany (Auckland), Palmerston North > Generating enough food to feed the world, while and Wellington, it’s your choice of how and where you study. This unique fl exibility gives you the decreasing the pressure on our environment freedom to choose. > Finding a cure for cancer Massey has exchange agreements around the globe > Working out how we can live longer and be giving you the opportunity to establish valuable healthier at the same time networks for the future. > Designing appliances that work better, are more environmentally-friendly, effi cient and accessible TAYLORS COLLEGE AUCKLAND > Or helping people recover from the trauma of a FOUNDATION YEAR (AFY) major disaster. Massey University welcomes international students Our people are already working on these, and more. and has accredited the Taylors College Auckland Imagine what you could do. Foundation Year (AFY) programme as a pathway to the University. AFY students who attain the grades We will help you get the skills and confi dence and specifi ed entry standards for admission to a you need to take your place in the world and particular degree programme are guaranteed entry make a difference. to Massey University. INTERNATIONALLY RENOWNED STUDY AWARDS We have award-winning teachers, well-connected Massey University is delighted to have new lecturers and world-renowned researchers to help undergraduate study awards for students who you succeed. Our qualifi cations are internationally have achieved exceptional marks in AFY. recognised, and many of our qualifi cations have international accreditation. ,

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10 REASONS TO STUDY AT MASSEY UNIVERSITY 1 Study internationally recognised qualifi cations 6 Massey’s degree in Food Technology has in our fi ve colleges: Business, Creative Arts, an outstanding 40-year track record – Health, Humanities and Social Sciences, the major in Food Product Technology is and Sciences accredited by the United States based Institute of Food Technologists (IFT). 2 Massey’s College of Business holds accreditation from AACSB International. 7 Massey’s College of Creative Arts has Programmes hold endorsements from become the fi rst art and design school national and international bodies and outside North America to be awarded a professional organisations such as CIMA, highly prestigious mark of quality by the ACCA and CFA. United States National Association of Schools of Art and Design. 3 Massey’s Veterinary Science degree is recognised and registered with Australia, 8 Some of our top-ranked disciplines include: United Kingdom, Canada, United States of Agriculture, Communication, Media and America and a number of other countries. Journalism, Economics and Finance.

4 Massey’s Bachelor of Engineering is 9 Over 100 clubs and societies for you to join recognised and accredited by the to help you make new friends and settle in Washington Accord and the Institute your new study environment. of Professional Engineers New Zealand 3,500 international students from more than (IPENZ). 10 95 countries study at Massey. Massey’s Aviation (Air Transport Pilot) degree 5 facebook.com/masseyuniversity is the fi rst non-engineering degree to be recognised by the Royal Aeronautical Society facebook.com/masseyinternational and has ISO9001-2000 accreditation. All of twitter.com/masseyintoffi ce the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) licensing requirements are integrated youtube.com/masseyuniversity within the papers of the degree.

Massey University is New Zealand’s defi ning on attitude that sets Massey graduates apart. University and has a long and proud tradition of Without you, we cannot change the world. academic and research excellence. Everyone has Massey University is delighted to confi rm its the potential to help create change – and that association with the Taylors College Auckland includes you. At Massey University, we are all Foundation Year (AFY) programme and its about making a difference and we want to help you recognition of the AFY programme as a to do the same. By joining Massey you are making pathway for entry to Massey University degree a decision to carry on a tradition that has shaped programmes. The AFY programme is approved Hon Steve Maharey New Zealand and made signifi cant contributions by a Board of Studies established by Massey around the world. University and Taylors College Auckland. Massey is a global university with more than 190 We look forward to welcoming AFY graduates agreements with institutions worldwide covering to Massey University. Join us in the new a variety of relationships. Each year students New Zealand. from 95 countries fi nd a warm and welcoming environment at Massey and an intellectual climate inPAGE which they05 are encouraged to excel.

Massey graduates are knowledgeable, creative, visionary, innovative and recognised for their Hon Steve Maharey practical nature. It is this reputation and hands- Vice-Chancellor Massey University PAGE 10 The University of Auckland auckland.ac.nz

Established in 1883, The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s top-ranked university internationally*. It is an international centre of learning and academic excellence, situated in the heart of Auckland. The University provides an exciting and stimulating environment for more than 40,000 students.

A HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL The University of Auckland is the only New Zealand INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENT university invited to join the international networks Association of Pacifi c Rim Universities, Universitas The University’s comprehensive range of 21 and the Worldwide Universities Network. research and coursework-based programmes are Membership of these groups is by invitation internationally recognised, attracting undergraduate only and is limited to research-led institutions of and postgraduate students from all over the world. international reputation across a broad range of Graduates of The University of Auckland occupy disciplines. leading positions in business, law, medicine, politics, arts, engineering and other professions TAYLORS COLLEGE AUCKLAND within New Zealand and overseas. Currently over FOUNDATION YEAR (AFY) 5,000 international students from 90 different countries have chosen to study at The University of The University of Auckland welcomes international Auckland. Their different perspectives and cultures students and has accredited the Taylors College enrich the entire university community. Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) programme as a pathway to the University. Taylors students who FOUR CAMPUSES attain the grades specifi ed for admission to the particular degree programme (refer page 19) are The University’s eight faculties are located over guaranteed entry to The University of Auckland. four campuses, although most students attend the City Campus in Auckland. These faculties are: Arts, Business School, Education, Engineering, Law, Medical and Health Sciences, The National Institute of Creative Arts and Industries (includes Architecture, Urban Planning, Fine Arts, Music and * Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2012-2013; QS World University Rankings 2012-2013; Dance Studies) and Science. Shanghai Jiao Tong Academic Ranking of World Universities TAYLORS COLLEGE – AUCKLAND FOUNDATION YEAR | 2014 PAGE 11

10 REASONS TO STUDY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF AUCKLAND 1 We are ranked 83rd among the world’s Feel safe and secure knowing that our team top universities.* 8 of international student support staff is Our graduates have internationally- available to assist you at every stage of your 2 academic journey. recognised qualifi cations from New Zealand’s leading research university. 9 Participate in a range of social and cultural Choose from a comprehensive range activities to help you make friends and settle 3 into life at the university. of programmes to PhD level, offered in eight faculties. 10 Enjoy the convenience of our City Campus Our top-ranked disciplines include: Law and accommodation facilities which are 4 located in the heart of Auckland city. (20th in the world), Accounting (20th), Psychology (22nd=), Education (24th), Linguistics (26th), Computer Science facebook.com/UniofAkl and Information Systems (38th) and Civil Engineering (42nd).** twitter.com/AucklandUni 5 We are an invited member of Universitas 21, Association of Pacifi c Rim Universities and youtube.com/UNIofAUCKLAND Worldwide Universities Network.

6 Our Business School has ‘triple crown’ accreditation from AACSB International (USA), EQUIS (Europe) and AMBA (UK).

7 Join 5,000 other international students from over 90 countries for a truly global experience.

* QS World University Rankings 2012 ** QS World University Rankings by Subject 2013

The University is situated in the heart of Auckland programmes for students whose results in the and provides an exciting and stimulating Taylors College Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) environment for its 40,000 students. Currently over meet the predetermined standards specifi ed for 5,000 international students from 90 countries have each of the University’s degree programmes, chosen to study at Auckland, testimony to both the and who meet all the other entry requirements University’s comprehensive range of research-based for admission to the University. The Auckland study programmes and the recognition they are Foundation Year programme is approved by a Board receiving internationally. Graduates of The University of Studies established specifi cally for that purpose Professor of Auckland occupy leading positions in business, by the University and Taylors College Auckland. Stuart McCutcheon law, medicine, politics, arts, engineering and the professions within New Zealand and overseas.

I am pleased to confi rm the arrangement with Taylors College Auckland that recognises the Taylors College Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) as a pathway for entry into degree programmes Professor Stuart McCutcheon at the University. Under these arrangements, Vice-Chancellor the University will guarantee entry into degree The University of Auckland PAGE 12

Accommodation options afy.ac.nz

A variety of accommodation options are available for you including student residences, homestay, or independent living in houses or apartments. If you are under the age of 18 you must live in homestay or with the family of a close adult relative. Our staff will be happy to assist you to fi nd accommodation.

STUDENT RESIDENCES HOMESTAY Residences will suit you if you enjoy living with An alternative accommodation option is other students in a shared environment. homestay, which involves staying in a private home as the paying guest of a host. These facilities are purpose built for student needs and feature single furnished rooms with bed, desk, Our carefully selected homestay hosts are chair and wardrobe, as well as telephone and data experienced in looking after overseas students, connection and laundries for washing. and have been given police clearance. All homes are inspected before students are placed. You can take advantage of the common areas to mix with other students and watch TV or play Homestay is suitable if you want to experience games, make a snack or meal in the kitchen or New Zealand culture and lifestyle, and the security just relax. of a home environment.

There are a number of student resident options In addition to being provided with meals, you will available in Auckland: also receive your own room with a bed, wardrobe, desk, lamp and chair. A telephone and laundry are > Empire Apartments also available. empire21.co.nz > City Lodge INDEPENDENT LIVING citylodge.co.nz If you prefer to live in an independent house or apartment, we can assist and advise you on rental or other accommodation options close to our campus.

“Taylors College provided exceptional teaching. Everyone was very supportive, and there was a good rapport between the students and the teachers, who were a bit like friends, in a way.”

ASHISH PRASAD FROM INDIA

AFY graduate 2011 Bachelor of Information Science (Software Engineering), at Massey University TAYLORS COLLEGE – AUCKLAND FOUNDATION YEAR | 2014 PAGE 13

Our campus afy.ac.nz

Taylors College has been at the forefront of education since 1920, and has been teaching the Auckland Foundation Year since 2002. Our unique approach has made us Australia and New Zealand’s leading university preparation college.

FACILITIES CENTRAL CITY LOCATION Our well-equipped campus has the following Our central city location is close to restaurants, facilities which will enable you to achieve your cinemas, entertainment, shopping and public very best whilst you are studying with us: transport.

> Art and design studio You can access these services quickly and easily as > Common room with table tennis and pool tables the centre of the city is only 10 minutes walk away.

> Computer laboratories ACTIVITIES > Interactive whiteboards In addition to the formal study programme, AFY also > Library offers a range of extra-curricular activities designed > Lockers to allow you to have fun with other students and > Muslim prayer room enjoy your time here in Auckland. > Piano These include group dinners, movie evenings > Science laboratory and involvement with local sports clubs. These activities are open to all our students, so get involved! > Wi-fi internet access. Weekend trips can also be arranged by our friendly reception staff. Some exciting places to visit are The Bay of Islands, Rotorua Thermal areas or the Ski Fields. You will have the chance to meet up with other students in the college.

“I love my job. I can use my science knowledge and business skills to help the company grow its business.“

SUNSHINE LAI FROM CHINA

AFY graduate 2005 Master of BioScience Enterprise from The University of Auckland PG Diploma Food Science Bachelor Food Science Product Development Technologist, New Image Group, Auckland PAGE 14

Welfare and support afy.ac.nz

Academic, tertiary, health and personal counselling services are available for all our students. We are fully committed to ensuring you receive the best possible care while you are away from home.

ORIENTATION PROGRAMME VISA AND INSURANCE HELP As a new student you will undergo We offer a visa renewal service on-site, and a comprehensive orientation programme. can also arrange comprehensive insurance cover for you. This will give you all the important information you need for living in Auckland, including how CAREGIVER ARRANGEMENTS to understand your timetable, open a bank FOR STUDENTS UNDER account, and what to do if you are sick. 18 YEARS OF AGE DEDICATED STUDENT AFY, by Taylors provides ‘Taylors Extra Care’ WELFARE TEAM for you if are under 18 years of age, where a caregiver will be organised to provide an We have a dedicated team made up of agreed list of services to you and your parents. multi-lingual staff who are trained in areas of student welfare, accommodation, pastoral 24 HOUR EMERGENCY CONTACT care and counselling. The Taylors College Welfare Manager will be ATTENDANCE MONITORING on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week if you need help or assistance in an emergency. Attendance rolls are marked for every lesson and your presence at class is strictly ALUMNI EVENTS monitored. Good attendance is essential for success in AFY. Twice yearly, we host fun evening events to catch up with past Taylors College students. PERSONAL MENTOR GROUP TEACHER AIRPORT PICK UP You will be assigned to a mentor group teacher For your convenience, we can arrange for you to be who will offer you academic and personal picked up on arrival at Auckland International Airport. counselling throughout your study period. Please let us know in advance if you require this service. STUDENT ACTIVITY PROGRAMMES A programme of social and cultural events is organised by staff at the College which all students are encouraged to participate in.

ASSISTANCE IN UNIVERSITY SELECTION We will assist you to select the university programme that best meets your career aims. TAYLORS COLLEGE – AUCKLAND FOUNDATION YEAR | 2014 PAGE 15

Programmes and assessment afy.ac.nz

A CHOICE OF PROGRAMMES > Two academic terms of preparatory coursework inclusive of fi ve compulsory subjects Depending on your ability and requirements, we have an appropriate programme to best > The fi nal four terms consist of the suit your needs. standard programme > Designed for students who do not meet STANDARD PROGRAMME the academic or English entry requirements > January, July and August intakes for the standard programme. > Programme length: 40/38/35 weeks (4 terms) SUBJECT SELECTION – > Study fi ve subjects – English plus four electives. PRE-FOUNDATION PROGRAMME

INTENSIVE PROGRAMME Terms 1 & 2: Compulsory Terms 3 to 6 > April and October intakes English, Commerce, Standard Information Technology, foundation programme > Programme length: 30 weeks (3 terms) Mathematics and Science English + 4 subjects > Study fi ve subjects – English plus four electives. (see above) The intensive programme is designed for students ASSESSMENT OF who have higher English and academic grades. ENGLISH LANGUAGE Students who choose this option must cover the same amount of material as in the standard English language is a compulsory component programme but in a shorter timeframe. of the AFY course and covers not only the academic language skills required for university SUBJECT SELECTION – but also teaches APA referencing, note taking, STANDARD AND INTENSIVE as well as sharpening up speaking and listening skills through lectures and seminars. In addition to English, choose four other subjects (subject selection should refl ect university course ASSESSMENT FOR and include degree pre-requisites – see pages UNIVERSITY ENTRY 17-19). University entry is based on the following Compulsory Choose 4 from here requirements: English Maths A (Statistics) Meeting the minimum overall Maths B (Calculus) 1 Accounting course average score for the relevant Economics undergraduate degree programme Information Technology (minimum 250 out of a possible total of 400). Biology Chemistry 2 Meeting the minimum overall Physics English mark (minimum 65%). Art Classical Studies 3 Successful completion of the compulsory Geography subjects as specifi ed for the relevant undergraduate degree programme. PRE-FOUNDATION PROGRAMME Meeting any additional requirements > January and July intakes 4 prescribed by the university. > Programme length: 59/58 weeks (6 terms) For more information see pages 17-19. PAGE 16

Taylors College English Language Preparation afy.ac.nz

If you need to increase your level of English language skills in order to study an academic course, Taylors English Language Preparation (TELP) is the perfect solution.

TELP AT A GLANCE KEY FACTS

> Fast, effective progress in speaking, > Minimum age: 16 writing, reading and listening > Maximum class size: 18 The programme focuses on maximising your > Start dates: Any Monday during term time, progress in each of the four core English skills. though terms start every 12 weeks > Crucial skills for academic learning > Term length: 12-week terms throughout the year You will acquire skills such as examination (see term dates below) techniques, critical analysis, note-taking > Areas of study: Emphasis on English language and text scanning to help you learn faster for academic study, with practice in note-taking, and with greater confi dence. assignment writing and general study skills > Personal study plan > Additional skills: Develops intensive reading and listening skills and improves social Before your programme, we will test your level language skills of English and advise you on how long you need to study to reach the required level. > Reports: Provided to students twice a term > The TELP teaching staff are highly > Close attention from your teacher Teachers: qualifi ed and experienced professionals in Our classes have a maximum of 18 students the English as a Second Language (ESL) fi eld. so your progress can be carefully monitored by your teacher. TERM DATES

> Regular testing 2013 2014 Your progress will be regularly tested to 23 Sep – 13 Dec 6 Jan – 28 Mar help ensure you reach your full potential, 31 Mar – 20 Jun with written reports every six weeks. 30 Jun – 19 Sep 22 Sep – 12 Dec > Course levels to suit your individual study plan Each course is designed to help you develop the necessary skills for success.

> No IELTS required on successful completion of TELP Successful completion of the required level of TELP means you do not need to take an IELTS test before progressing to AFY.

> Delivered on campus Your TELP lessons consist of 25 hours face- to-face teaching per week. You will meet new friends and your teachers before starting AFY. TAYLORS COLLEGE – Auckland Foundation Year | 2014 page 17

AUT University entry requirements

Minimum Academic and English entry requirements from Taylors College Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) to gain guaranteed entry to degree programme for students applying for admission into the university in 2015.

Min AFY Semester Course Undergraduate Course Additional Requirements and Subjects English Score^ Intake* Duration Business and Law Bachelor of Business – BBus (Accounting, Advertising, Business Information Systems, Design, Economics, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Finance, Human Resource Management 250 Mar, Jul 3 years English 65% minimum and Employment Relations, International Business, Management, Marketing, Retailing, Sales, Sustainable Enterprise, and Tourism)

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) 340 Mar 4 years English 75% minimum

Culture and Society English 65% minimum for all Bachelor of Arts – BA majors except for Interpreting and (Chinese, Conflict Resolution, Creative Writing, Criminology, English and Interview required for Interpreting, Translation which require IELTS New Media Studies, Event Management, International Studies, Interpreting, 270 Mar, Jul 3 years NZSL – English Interpreting, and overall 7.0 plus advanced skills in Japanese, Maori Development, New Zealand Sign Language and Deaf Studies, Translation majors a language other than English, NZSL- English Interpreting, Psychology, Social Sciences, Translation) NZSL – English Interpreting – IELTS 7.0 overall required Bachelor of Education – BEd Interview, Police Clearance, Referee (Early Childhood Teaching, Steiner Early Childhood Teaching, Montessori Early Reports, Literacy and Numeracy IELTS 7.0 overall with no less 270 Mar 3 years Childhood Teaching, Primary Teaching, Steiner Primary Teaching, Montessori assessment, Teacher Training and than 7.0 in each band Primary Teaching, Pasifika Early Childhood Teaching, Pasifika Primary Teaching) Personal Declaration required Bachelor of International Hospitality Management – BIHM (Accommodation, Event Management, Food and Beverage, 270 Mar, Jul 3 years English 65% minimum Human Resource Management, Marketing, Tourism) Bachelor of Tourism Studies – BTourS 270 Mar, Jul 3 years English 65% minimum (Business, Environmental Studies, Hospitality, Social Sciences) Design and Creative Technologies Bachelor of Communication Studies – BCS CV, letter of application, writing test, 340* Mar 3 English 75% minimum (Advertising Creativity, Creative Industries, Digital Media, Journalism, interview required Public Relations, Radio and Television) Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences – BCIS (IT Service Science, Information Systems Science, Computer Science, 250 Mar, Jul 3 Mathematics A English 65% minimum Software Development, Networks and Security) Bachelor of Creative Technologies – BCT 270 Mar 3 Portfolio and interview required English 65% minimum Bachelor of Design – BDes (Digital Design, Fashion, Graphic Design, Product Design, Spatial Design, 270* Mar 3 Portfolio and interview may be required English 70% minimum Textiles for Fashion) Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - BE(Hons) Physics, Mathematics A 300 Mar, Jul 4 English 65% minimum (Biotronic, Electrical & Electronic, Mechanical) and Mathematics B Bachelor of Engineering Technology – BEngTech Physics, Mathematics A (Computer and Mobile Systems, Electrical, Electronic 270 Mar, Jul 3 English 65% minimum and Mathematics B and Network & Communication Engineering, Mechanical) Bachelor of Science – BSc 280 Mar, Jul 3 Mathematics A and B English 65% minimum (Analytics, Applied Mathematics, Astronomy, Computer Science) Bachelor of Visual Arts – BVA 270* Mar 3 Portfolio and interview may be required English 70% minimum

Health and Environmental Sciences IELTS 6.0 no band less than 5.5 Bachelor of Health Science – BHSc 270 Mar, Jul 3 years ** or equivalent IELTS 6.0 no band less than 5.5 Bachelor of Health Science in Counselling 270 Mar 3 years ** or equivalent IELTS 6.0 no band less than 5.5 Bachelor of Health Science in Health Promotion 270 Mar 3 years ** or equivalent **, Immunisation Form, Medical Report, IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum Bachelor of Health Science (Midwifery) – BHSc (Midwifery) 270* Mar 3 years 2 x Referee Reports, Biology, Chemistry of 7.0 in Listening and speaking (a 480 point programme in three calendar years) and Mathematics and 6.5 in reading and writing **, Immunisation Form, Medical Report, Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing) – BHSc (Nursing) 270* Mar, Jul 3 years 2 x Referee Reports, Biology, Chemistry IELTS 6.5 no band less than 6.5 and Mathematics Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy) – BHSc (OT) 270* Mar 3 years **, Immunisation Form, Medical Report IELTS 7.0 no band less than 6.5 Bachelor of Health Science (Oral Health) 270* Mar 3 years **, Immunisation Form, Medical Report IELTS 7.0 no band less than 6.5 **, Immunisation Form, Medical Report, Bachelor of Health Science in Paramedicine 270* Mar 3 years IELTS 6.5 no band less than 6.5 Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) – BHSc (Physio) 340* Mar 4 years **, Immunisation Form, Medical Report IELTS 7.0 no band less than 6.5 Bachelor of Health Science in Podiatry 270* Mar 3 years **, Immunisation Form, Medical Report IELTS 7.0 no band less than 6.5 Bachelor of Health Science in Psychology 270 Mar, Jul 3 years ** IELTS 6.0 no band less than 5.5 **, Police Clearance, Biology, Chemistry Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science – BMLS 330* Mar 4 years IELTS 6.5 no band less than 6.0 and Mathematics A Bachelor of Science – BSc (Applied Chemistry, Applied Microbiology, Environmental Sciences, 270 Mar, Jul 3 years Mathematics A, Biology and Chemistry English 65% minimum Food Science, Health Protection and Environmental Health, Marine Biology) Bachelor of Sport and Recreation – BSR (Coaching, Health and Physical Education, Management, Outdoor Education, 270 Mar, Jul 3 years Police Clearance English 65% minimum Physical Activity and Nutrition, Sport and Exercise Science) Conjoints – not offered on entry. Apply after one year in applicable degree. Note: Students who gain an English score between 50% – 65% may submit an IELTS (Academic) for programme entry. The required IELTS score for each programme is listed in the AUT Calendar. Age restriction: Students must turn 18 years old during their first semester of study at AUT to be eligible for entry. ^ AFY score includes the best 4 subjects (max 400) * Places may be limited ** For all Health Science programmes and the Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science, the following are required: Addendum to Application, Consent for Disclosure (NZ Police Vetting) and Disclosure Form, and be capable of meeting the requirements of the Health Practitioners’ Competence Assurance Act (HPCA). The professional body (registration board) may impose additional requirements at the point of registration. PAGE 18

Massey University entry requirements

Minimum Academic and English entry requirements from Taylors College Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) to gain entry to degree programme for students applying for admission into the university in 2015.

Min AFY Semester Course Undergraduate Course Additional Requirements and Subjects English Score^ Intake Duration Bachelor of Accountancy 270 Feb 3 English 65% minimum Bachelor of AgriCommerce (Agricultural Economics, Farm Management, Food Marketing and Retailing, 270 Feb 3 English 65% minimum International Agribusiness)

Bachelor of AgriScience 270 Feb, Jul 3 English 65% minimum (Agriculture, Equine, Horticulture)

Bachelor of Applied Economics 270 Feb, Jul 3 English 65% minimum Bachelor of Arts (Business Psychology, Economics, Education Phychology, English, Environmental 270 Feb, Jul 3 English 65% minimum Studies, Geography, Linguistics, Mathematics, Media Studies, Philosophy, Politics, Psychology, Social Anthropology, Social Policy, Sociology, Statistics) Selection by interview and aptitude tests IELTS 6.5 minimum 6.0 Bachelor of Aviation 280 Jan, Jul 3 (Air Transport Pilot (aeroplane only)) Maths A and Physics in each band

Bachelor of Aviation Management 270 Feb, Jul 3 English 65% minimum Bachelor of Business Studies (Accountancy, Business Information Systems2, Communication, Economics, Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Finance, Human Resource Management, 270 Feb, Jul 3 English 65% minimum International Business, Management, Marketing, Valuation and Property Management) Bachelor of Communication (Communication Management, Expressive Arts, Journalism Studies, Linguistics, 270 Feb, Jul 3 English 65% minimum Marketing Communication, Media Studies, Public Relations)

Bachelor of Construction* 270 Feb, Jul 3 English 65% minimum (Construction Management, Quantity Surveying) Selection by portfolio (portfolio to be Bachelor of Design (Honours) 270 Feb 4 submitted by end of October). Places English 65% minimum (Fashion, Industrial, Photographic, Spatial, Textile, Visual Communication) are limited

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Feb, Jul1, Mathematics A and B, Physics plus (Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering+, Electronics and Computer Engineering, 320 4 English 65% minimum Aug Chemistry for the majors marked+ Mechatronics, Product Development) Selection of portfolio (portfolio to be Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) 270 Feb 4 English 65% minimum submitted by end of October) Feb, Jul1, Mathematics A and B, Physics, and Bachelor of Food Technology (Honours) 320 4 English 65% minimum (Food Product Technology, Food Process Engineering) Aug Chemistry

Bachelor of Health Science 270 Feb, Jul 3 English 65% minimum (Unendorsed (no major), Sport and Exercise2, Psychology) Bachelor of Information Sciences 270 Feb, Jul 3 English 65% minimum (Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering) Bachelor of Maori Visual Arts 270 Feb 4 English 65% minimum Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science 270 Feb 4 Limited selection into Year 2 English 65% minimum Bachelor of Music (NZSM) 250 Feb 3 Selection by audition English 65% minimum (Classical Performance, Composition, History and Analysis, Jazz, Ethnomusicology) Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths A Bachelor of Natural Sciences 270 Feb, Jul 3 English 65% minimum or B (depending on major chosen) Current first aid certificate, health Bachelor of Nursing 280 Feb 3 screening and selection by School IELTS 6.5 in all bands of Health Sciences Bachelor of Resource and Environmental Planning 270 Feb 4 English 65% minimum Bachelor of Science (Agricultural Science, Animal Science, Biochemistry*, Biological Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Maths B, Physics Chemistry, Computer Science*, Earth Science, Ecology, Environmental Science, 270 Feb, Jul English 65% minimum Exercise and Sport Science, Genetics*, Geography, Human Nutrition*, Logistics 3 (depending on major chosen) and Supply Chain Management, Marine Ecology2 , Mathematics*, Microbiology*, Nanoscience, Physics, Physiology, Plant Science, Psychology, Statistics, Zoology) Selected Entry Form and selection Bachelor of Social Work 280 Feb 4 English 65% minimum by College Bachelor of Speech & Language Therapy 270 Feb 4 Selection by interview IELTS 7.0 in all bands Bachelor of Sport and Exercise (Unendorsed (no major), Exercise Prescription and Training, Management 270 Feb, Jul 3 English 65% minimum and Coaching, Physical Education) 10 Days work experience Bachelor of Veterinary Science 280 Feb 5 English 65% minimum (competitive pre-selection first semester) 10 Days work experience Bachelor of Veterinary Technology 280 Feb 3 English 65% minimum (pre-selection first semester)

Note: Age restriction: Students must be 17 years old to be eligible for entry. Massey University has three campuses, Albany (Auckland), Manawatu (Palmerston North) and Wellington. Some programmes or majors may not be available at all campuses. Visit international.massey.ac.nz for a full list of programmes, fees and campus availability. ^ Minimum AFY scores are the best 4 subjects 1 Higher entry requirements: 340 2 No July intake * Available July = completion of degree will be 3.5 years TAYLORS COLLEGE – AUCKLAND FOUNDATION YEAR | 2014 PAGE 19

The University of Auckland entry requirements

Minimum Academic and English entry requirements from the Taylors College Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) to gain guaranteed entry to a degree programme for students applying for admission into The University of Auckland in 2015. For students applying for entry in 2015, minimum English Language Scores are IELTS 6.0 with no band below 5.5, or English minimum score of 70%. Some degree programmes require higher scores; English minimum score of 70% does not apply to programmes which require an IELTS score of 6.5 or above. See details as specifi ed in the table below.

Min AFY Semester Course Undergraduate Course Additional Requirements and Subjects* English Score** Intake Duration Arts Bachelor of Arts (BA) (Majoring in: Ancient History, Anthropology, Art History, Asian Studies, Classical Studies, ^Economics, Education, Linguistics, Chinese, Criminology, Drama, French, German, Greek, Italian, Korean, Japanese, Latin, Logic and Computation, Mathematics, Some majors may require a higher score. Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Statistics & 270 Mar, Jul 3 years Psychology major subject to availability AFY English 70% minimum # Writing Studies, ^Employment Relations & Organisation Studies, of places. European Studies, Film, Television & Media Studies, Geography, Social Science for Public Health, History, Maori Studies, Music, Pacific Studies, Philosophy, Political Studies, ***Psychology, Sociology, Statistics and Women’s Studies) Bachelor of Theology (BTheol) 270 Mar, Jul 3 years AFY English 70% minimum # Business Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) (Majoring in: Accounting, Commercial Law, Economics, Finance, ##Information Management, Information Systems, International 280 Mar, Jul 3 years Mathematics A AFY English 70% minimum # Business, International Trade, Management, Marketing, Operations and Supply Chain Management, Operations Research and Taxation) Bachelor of Property (BProp) 280 Mar 3 years Mathematics A AFY English 70% minimum # Creative Arts and Industries Selection (Subject to the qualitative evaluation of AFY English 75% minimum or Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS) 320 Mar 3 years a portfolio of creative work and written statement. IELTS 6.5 overall, minimum 6.0 An interview may be required)*. in each band

Selection (Subject to the qualitative evaluation of a # Bachelor of Dance Studies (BDanceSt) 270 Mar 3 years CV, written statement and an audition/interview).* AFY English 70% minimum Selection (Subject to the qualitative evaluation of Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) 270 Mar 4 years a portfolio of 12 colour reproductions and written AFY English 70% minimum # statement. An interview may be required)*. Selection (Subject to the qualitative evaluation Bachelor of Music (BMus) 270 Mar 3 years of a CV, music certificates, referees’ reports and AFY English 70% minimum # (Classical Performance, Jazz Performance and Popular Music) audition).* Selection (Subject to the qualitative evaluation of a CV, music certificates, and referees’ reports. Bachelor of Music (BMus) 270 Mar 3 years Composition major will be required to submit AFY English 70% minimum # (Composition, Musicology) for qualitative evaluation a portfolio of 2 or 3 compositions).* AFY English 75% minimum or Bachelor of Urban Planning (Honours) (BUrbPlan (Hons)) 320 Mar 4 years Selection (Subject to the qualitative evaluation of a IELTS 6.5 overall, minimum 6.0 (Currently Bachelor of Planning, change subject to CUAP approval) written statement. An interview may be required).* in each band Education Selection (Subject to a satisfactory interview, police IELTS 7.0 overall, Bachelor of Education (Teaching) (BEd (Tchg)) 280 Mar 3 years check, and referees’ reports).* minimum 7.0 in each band Selection (Subject to a satisfactory interview, police IELTS 7.0 overall, Bachelor of Human Services (BHumServ) 270 Mar 3 years check, and referees’ reports).* minimum 6.5 in each band Selection (Subject to a satisfactory interview, police IELTS 7.0 overall, Bachelor of Physical Education (BPE) 280 Mar 3 years check, and referees’ reports).* minimum 7.0 in each band Selection (Subject to a satisfactory interview, police IELTS 7.0 overall, Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) 270 Mar 4 years check, and referees’ reports).* minimum 6.5 in each band Engineering Mar, Jul AFY English 75% minimum or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (BE (Hons)) 340 (Jul intake 4 years Selection* Mathematics A and B, Physics IELTS 6.5 overall, minimum 6.0 subject to availability) in each band Law

Students must be LLB Part I students need to enrol for another degree offered a place in another at the same time as LLB Part I. A place in LLB Part I will be offered to any student who is accepted for bachelors degree. Entry # Bachelor of Laws (LLB) will be based on entry Mar, Jul 4 years admission to another bachelor’s degree. AFY English 70% minimum requirements for the other bachelors degree. Students will be selected into Part II on the basis of their results in Part I. Medical and Health Sciences

## IELTS 6.5 overall, Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) 310 Mar 3 years Selection. One Science subject.* minimum 6.0 in each band

^^ No direct entry from AFY, one year of the BSc IELTS 7.5 overall, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) No direct entry Mar 5 years (Biomedical) or BHSc, Selection (Interview UMAT). minimum 7.0 in each band Selection (Interview)* IELTS 6.5 overall, Bachelor of Nursing (BNurs) 310 ## Mar 3 years One Science subject (Limited places). minimum 6.0 in each band ^^^ No direct entry from AFY, one year of the BSc Bachelor of Optometry (BOptom) No direct entry 4 years (Biomedical), Selection (Interview). Selection (Subject to a satisfactory interview).* IELTS 6.5 overall, Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) 340 ## Mar 4 years Biology and Chemistry required. minimum 6.0 in each band Science

Bachelor of Science – Biomedical Science (BSc) 300 Mar, Jul**** 3 years Mathematics A and one Science subject. AFY English 70% minimum#

Bachelor of Science – Computer Science (BSc) 280 Mar, Jul 3 years Mathematics A and one Science subject. AFY English 70% minimum #

Bachelor of Science – Food Science & Nutrition (BSc) 290 Mar, Jul 3 years Mathematics A and Biology. AFY English 70% minimum # Bachelor of Science 290 Mar, Jul 3 years Mathematics A and Biology. AFY English 70% minimum # – Sports and Exercise Science major (BSc)

Mathematics A and one Science subject. Psychology # Bachelor of Science – other majors (BSc) 280 Mar, Jul 3 years major subject to the availability of places. AFY English 70% minimum Bachelor of Technology – BTech (Biotechnology, Information Technology, Medical Physics & Imaging 290 Mar, Jul 4 years Mathematics A and one Science subject. AFY English 70% minimum # Technology and Optoelectronics) Conjoint degrees Conjoint Degrees 300 Mar, Jul 4+ years As required by each degree above. As required by each degree above (without Health Sciences, Nursing, or Engineering) Conjoint Degrees (with Health Sciences or Nursing) 310 ## Mar, Jul 4+ years Selection* One Science subject. As required by each degree above

Conjoint Degrees (with Engineering) 360 Mar, Jul• 5+ years Selection* Mathematics A and B. As required by each degree above

Note: Age restriction: Students must be 17 years old to be eligible for entry. * Faculties with programmes that specify “Selection” reserve the right to deny places to students who achieve the AFY score and ^^^ +1 year BSc (Biomedical) English language requirements stated in this table for that programme # IELTS 6.0 no band less than 5.5 is still ** AFY score includes the best 4 subjects, excluding English (max 400) accepted if 70% English is not achieved *** Semester 1 intake only for Psychology major in Bachelor of Arts. Subject to availability of places ## These scores are indicative only **** March intake only if students are intending to apply for the MBChB in Year 2. July intake for BSc (Biomed) subject to available places • July intake subject to availability ^ Need higher 4 subject total ^^ +1 year BSc (Biomedical) or BHSc PAGE 20

AFY entry requirements afy.ac.nz

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

English test Pre-foundation programme Standard programme Intensive programme IELTS Academic 4.5 (writing no less than 4.5) 5.0 (writing no less than 5) 5.5 (writing no less than 5.5) TOEFL PB 450 (TWE no less than 4) 500 (TWE no less than 4) 513 (TWE 4) TOEFL IBT 45 (minimum 20 in writing) 60 (minimum 21 in writing) 68 (minimum 22 in writing) PTE Academic 34 (writing no less than 35) 42 (writing no less than 35) 46 (writing no less than 46) CAE 36 41 47 TELP 4.5 5 (writing no less than 5) 5.5 (writing no less than 5.5)

ACADEMIC

Country Pre-foundation programme Standard programme Intensive programme Australia Year 11 (60% in relevant subjects) Year 11 (70% in relevant subjects) Year 11 (75% in relevant subjects) Bangladesh HSC HSC - 60% average HSC

China Senior Year 2 or Senior Year 3 - 60% or Senior Year 2 or Senior Year 3 - 70% or Senior Year 2 or Senior Year 3 - 80% or above in 4 relevant subjects above in 4 relevant subjects above in 4 relevant subjects

Hong Kong Form 5 with satisfactory results in 4 Form 5 with satisfactory results in 4 Form 5 with satisfactory results in 4 academic subjects academic subjects academic subjects HSC/Standard 11 First class pass with India HSC/Standard 11 Second class pass HSC/Standard 11 First class pass 75% average Indonesia SMU 2 - GPA 6.5 in 4 academic subjects SMU 2 - GPA 7.0 - 7.5 in 4 academic subjects SMU 2 - GPA 8.0 - 8.5 in 4 academic subjects Iran Year 11 with 14 / 20 in academic subjects Year 11 with 16 / 20 in academic subjects Year 11 with 18 / 20 in academic subjects Kotogakko / Upper Secondary School Kotogakko / Upper Secondary School Year Kotogakko / Upper Secondary School Year 2 Japan Certifi cate Year 2 - Grade 3-4 in academic 2 - Grade 4-5 in academic subjects with superior grades in academic subjects subjects Korea High School Certifi cate Year 2 - Rank 4 - 5 High School Certifi cate Year 2 - Rank 2 - 3 High School Certifi cate Year 2 - Rank 1 Shahadat-al-thanawia-al-a'ama /General Shahadat-al-thanawia-al-a'ama /General Shahadat-al-thanawia-al-a'ama /General Kuwait Secondary School Certifi cate with 70% Secondary School Certifi cate with 75% Secondary School Certifi cate with 90% average in academic subjects average in academic subjects average in academic subjects

Macau Form 5 / Senior Middle 2 60% - 65% in Form 5 / Senior Middle 2 65% - 75% in Form 5 / Senior Middle 2 75% - 80% in academic subjects academic subjects academic subjects

Malaysia SPM (or forecast) - aggregate of 30 or less SPM (or forecast) - aggregated of 20 or SPM (or forecast) - aggregate of 15 or less across 5 academic subjects. less across 5 academic subjects. across 5 academic subjects. Completion of 38 credits at NCEA Level 1 Completion of 40 credits at NCEA Level 2 Completion of 48 credits at NCEA Level 2 New Zealand with no fewer than 12 credits in each of 3 with no fewer than 12 credits in each of 3 with no fewer than 12 credits in each of 3 subjects (including Maths) subjects (including Maths) subjects (including Maths) Intermediate / Higher Secondary School Intermediate / Higher Secondary School Intermediate / Higher Secondary School Pakistan certifi cate - average of 50% (Second certifi cate - average of 55% (Second certifi cate - average of 60% (Second Division) in academic subjects Division) in academic subjects Division) in academic subjects Certifi cate of Secondary Education Certifi cate of Secondary Education Certifi cate of Secondary Education (Attestat) - minimum of a grade 3 in 3 Russia (Attestat) - minimum of a grade 2 in 3 (Attestat) - minimum a grade 3 in 5 subjects and a minimum of grade 4 in 2 subjects and a grade of 3 in 2 subjects subjects subjects Tawjihiyah / General Secondary Education Tawjihiyah / General Secondary Education Tawjihiyah / General Secondary Education Saudi Arabia Certifi cate with 70% average in academic Certifi cate with 75% average in academic Certifi cate with 90% average in academic subjects subjects subjects

Singapore Singapore O Levels (or forecast) - aggregate Singapore O Levels (or forecast) - aggregate Singapore O Levels (or forecast) - aggregate of 30 or less across 5 academic subjects of 20 or less across 5 academic subjects of 15 or less across 5 academic subjects

Sri Lanka Sri Lankan O levels - C grade in 4 academic Sri Lankan O levels - B grade in 4 academic Sri Lankan O levels - 2 A grades and 2 B subjects subjects grades in 4 academic subjects

Taiwan Senior Year 2 - 60% or above in 4 relevant Senior Year 2 - 70% or above in 4 relevant Senior Year 2 - 80% or above in 4 relevant subjects subjects subjects Thailand Matayom 5 GPA 2.2 in academic subjects Matayom 5 GPA 2.6 in academic subjects Matayom 5 GPA 3.0 in academic subjects Devlet Lise Diplomasi / State High School Devlet Lise Diplomasi / State High School Devlet Lise Diplomasi / State High School Tu rke y Diploma results 2 or above in academic Diploma - minimum of Grade 2 in 3 Diploma - minimum of Grade 3 in 3 subjects subjects and Grade 3 in 2 subjects subjects and Grade 4 in 2 subjects Vietnam Year 11 - GPA of 6.5 Year 11 - GPA of 7.5 Year 11 - GPA of 8.0 TAYLORS COLLEGE – AUCKLAND FOUNDATION YEAR | 2014 PAGE 21

How to apply afy.ac.nz

Complete the enclosed Application 1 4 Accept your offer of place. for Admission (including acceptance of the Terms and Conditions, Cancellation, Refund and Grievance policies) provided 5 Taylors College will provide you with or at afy.ac.nz. the necessary documentation required to obtain your visa. 2 Attach the following documents: > Certifi ed copies of your school PACKAGE PROGRAMME OFFER reports from the last two years You can obtain a Conditional Letter of Offer for (translated into English) both AFY and AUT University, Massey University > Evidence of English language or The University of Auckland undergraduate profi ciency programme.

> A certifi ed copy of your passport STUDENT VISAS or birth certifi cate. For information on student visas to New Zealand, please refer to the Immigration New Zealand 3 Once you have completed the application form and have the other documents, choose website: immigration.govt.nz from one of the following options:

APPLY THROUGH AN AGENT Send the completed application and documents to your local Taylors College representative. For a list of Taylors College authorised representatives in your country, please visit taylorscollege.edu.au.

APPLY DIRECTLY > Either visit afy.ac.nz; or

> Send the completed application form back to us, along with the documents outlined in point 2 above, to:

> Post: Admissions Centre (details on the bottom of the application form); or

> Email: taylorsadmissions@ studygroup.com; or

> Fax: +61 2 9267 0531

Your application will be acknowledged promptly and you will be notifi ed immediately if your application is accepted.

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Terms and Conditions

I hereby apply to Study Group NZ Limited trading as Taylors College and (a) For courses of 3 months duration or more: Embassy English New Zealand and (hereinafter referred to as Taylors > If written notice of cancellation is received by the 10th day of the College) to enrol in the programme as nominated on the Application for course, Taylors College will be entitled to retain up to 25% of Admission. I agree to pay to Taylors College the annual tuition fees in total fees paid based on actual expenses incurred. accordance with the payment terms detailed on the website: afy.ac.nz. I > If written notice of cancellation is received later than the 10th day further agree to pay all additional course fees and such other charges as may of the course, there will be no refund of any monies paid. become payable to Taylors College during the period of my enrolment, within (b) For courses of 1 to 34 days duration: 14 days of the issue of an account by Taylors College for such fees. Taylors College agrees to provide tuition to me in all subjects of the Taylors College > If written notice of cancellation is received by the 2nd day of the Auckland Foundation Year (AFY), Taylors Certifi cate in Foundation Studies, course Taylors College will retain 50% of total fees paid. Taylors Certifi cate in Pre-Foundation Studies and Taylors English Language > If written notice of cancellation is received later than the 2nd day Preparation, conditional upon my working regularly and systematically of the course, there will be no refund of any monies paid. through those subjects applicable to my enrolment in accordance with (c) For courses of 35 days to less than 3 months duration: instructions and provided all fees owing are paid on the due dates. I > If written notice of cancellation is received by the 5th day of the acknowledge that: course Taylors College will retain 25% of total fees paid. 1. Any variation of the terms and conditions of this agreement must be > If written notice of cancellation is received later than the 5th day in writing and be signed on behalf of Taylors College. of the course, there will be no refund of any monies paid. 2. It is a condition of enrolment that I attend all scheduled classes except 4. Cancellation of Enrolment by Taylors College: where there is a legitimate reason for non-attendance (eg illness The College may cancel a student’s enrolment should the student breach supported by a doctor’s certifi cate which is acceptable to Taylors any of the college’s rules or if his/her behaviour is deemed unacceptable College). If the enrolment terminates due to a breach of this condition, by the College: I understand and agree that I am not entitled to any refund of the annual (a) For courses of 3 months duration or more: tuition fee or other charges paid under this contract of enrolment. > If a student’s enrolment is cancelled by the 10th day of the 3. (a) All lessons and any related material supplied by Taylors College is course, Taylors College will be entitled to retain up to 25% copyright and remains the property of Taylors College. of total fees paid based on actual expenses incurred. (b) Any unauthorised copying may constitute a breach of the Copyright > If a student’s enrolment is cancelled later than the 10th day Act 1994. of the course, there will be no refund of any monies paid. 4. I am required to use my best endeavours to meet the requirements of (b) For courses of 1 to 34 days duration: the programme in which I am enrolled and to abide by the rules and > If a student’s enrolment is cancelled by the 2nd day regulations of Taylors College for the running of Taylors College and the of the course Taylors College will retain 50% of total fees paid. conduct of students. > If a student’s enrolment is cancelled later than the 2nd day of the If I breach any of the college rules or my behaviour is deemed course, there will be no refund of any monies paid. unacceptable by Taylors College, my enrolment may be cancelled and I agree that I will not be entitled to any refund of the annual tuition fee (c) For courses of 35 days to less than 3 months duration: or other charges paid under this contract of enrolment. > If a student’s enrolment is cancelled by the 5th day I understand that infringement of campus rules and regulations will of the course Taylors College will retain 25% of total fees paid. result in a fi ne. Local campus rules and regulations and all costs and > If a student’s enrolment is cancelled later than the charges can be found on our website: afy.ac.nz 5th day of the course, there will be no refund of any monies paid. 5. I understand that I may be required to attend organised Taylors College > Where a student is enrolled in a TELP programme immediately excursions and activities as part of my course. prior to the commencement of AFY, TELP fees will be 6. I authorise Taylors College to obtain medical treatment for me should refunded, less the Enrolment Fee. Where a student is enrolled such action be deemed necessary by Taylors College or a staff member in an Embassy English course immediately prior to the acting on behalf of Taylors College. I agree to indemnify Taylors commencement of AFY, Embassy English cancellation and College for any expense, loss, damage or liability of whatsoever nature refund policy will be applied to the Embassy English course. occasioned as a result of authorising and arranging such emergency 5. Courses closing or ending early medical treatment. Should Taylors College close or cease operating a course pro rata refunds 7. I agree that I am responsible for my own books, equipment and will be made to enrolled students within 5 working days from the date of personal items and I hereby release Taylors College from all liability closure or cessation of the course. and claims for loss or damage to such items, howsoever caused. In the event of a natural disaster the NZ Qualifi cations Authority may give 8. I understand that I must notify the College in writing within seven days if notice for a course to be closed. Should this occur a pro rata refund will I change my contact details, accommodation type or residential address. be provided except when the course recommences within 11 days of the 9. I confi rm that the terms and conditions of this enrolment have been date of such notice. explained to me. ACCOMMODATION/HOMESTAY REFUNDS 10. I have read and understood the Student Complaints Policy outlined a) If the student cancels the accommodation booking less than seven days in this brochure. before arrival the Accommodation/Homestay Placement Fee (if applicable) 11. I have read, understood and agree to the terms of the Cancellation plus a cancellation fee equivalent to one week of accommodation will and Refund Policy outlined in this brochure. be charged CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY b) If the student cancels the accommodation after arrival, four weeks prior written notice of cancellation is required; any accommodation fees paid in 1. Taylors College agrees to refund within 5 working days and without excess of the notice period will be refunded less a 10% cancellation fee. deduction, all fees paid where the student produces certifi ed evidence that the application made by the student for a student visa has been c) In the unlikely event of the school closing prior to the conclusion of rejected by the New Zealand immigration authorities. courses, school fees will be refunded on a pro-rata basis by the Trustee. 2. Refunds Prior to Commencement of AFY: Taylors College agrees to AIRPORT PICK UP refund within 5 working days fees paid by or on behalf of the student, For cancellations less than 48 hours before arrival no refund will apply. If when less the Enrolment Fee. a student arrives at the airport, the Airport Pick Up service provider cannot be 3. Refunds after the commencement of a course: located, the student should contact the emergency telephone number. Taylors College agrees to refund within 5 working days of the receipt of In such circumstances, the College agrees that if the student has advised our written notice of cancellation by the student (or parent or guardian if the emergency contact that they have not been met at the Airport, and alternative student is less than 18 years of age) fees paid on or behalf of the student arrangements are not made, then a full refund of this service fee will apply. less the amounts to be retained as detailed to the right: TAYLORS COLLEGE – AUCKLAND FOUNDATION YEAR | 2014 PAGE 23

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PUBLICITY 5. Health and travel insurance The student (and, where applicable, his or her parent or guardian): Health Requirements: As of 30th July 2012 Immigration New Zealand (i) agrees that the student’s photographs, videos, artwork or other works, made changes to Health Screening. as well as recorded or written testimonials and details of the student’s Foreign fee-paying students (International Students) are required to hold achievements (“Student Images and Testimonials”) may be used by acceptable medical and travel insurance as a condition of their student Study Group, or by a third party agent of Study Group, worldwide for visa. An acceptable insurance policy is one that complies with the promotional purposes including in its printed and online marketing insurance requirements of the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of materials and on any social media network without further consent or International Students and is acceptable to your education provider. notifi cation; and Insurance arranged by Taylors College or your own approved insurance (ii) gives consent to Study Group storing, or transferring across policy must cover the length of your student visa rather than the length international borders, copies of the Student Images and Testimonials of your course. If your insurance policy is shorter than the length of your for such purposes. student visa you must extend your insurance policy. e.g. Your Taylors Foundation programme ends on 12 December 2014 and your student CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS visa ends on 31 March 2015. Your insurance policy must cover you Payments made by credit cards (Visa, Mastercard and American Express) through to 31 March 2015. will attract a 2% surcharge. This surcharge will be waived if all fees are paid If you do not comply with the requirement to hold acceptable insurance in full before the commencement date of the student’s course. while in New Zealand, you may become liable for deportation. STUDENT COMPLAINTS POLICY Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health The Code of Practice for International Students requires all institutions to services while in New Zealand. If a student receives medical treatment have fair and equitable internal grievance procedures for students. during his/her stay, he/she may be liable for the full costs of the treatment. Full details on entitlements to publicly-funded health services are available The Code provides a framework for service delivery by educational providers through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed on their website at: and their agents to international students. It sets out the minimum moh.govt.nz. standards of advice and care that is expected of educational providers with respect to international students. The Accident Compensation Corporation provides accident insurance for all New Zealand citizens, residents and temporary visitors to New Zealand, The code applies to pastoral care and provision of information only, and not but students may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. to academic standards. Further information can be viewed on the ACC website at: acc.co.nz. In the event of a dispute between an individual student and Taylors College, International students must have appropriate and current medical and internal procedures are in place to facilitate the resolution of the dispute. A travel insurance while studying in New Zealand. summary of these procedures follows. 6. Immigration 1. Code of conduct, attendance and discipline Full details of visa and permit requirements, advice on rights to Students are expected to abide by the terms and conditions of employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements enrolment and the published rules and code of conduct of Taylors are available through the New Zealand Immigration Service, and can be College. Disciplinary procedures will be applied in the event of a breach viewed on their website at: immigration.govt.nz. of these rules. All staff are expected to apply Taylors College’s policy and rules fairly and without favour, but if a student considers that this 7. New Zealand Qualifi cations Authority has not occurred, the student may refer the matter to a senior staff Students may contact the New Zealand Qualifi cations Authority if they member. If dissatisfi ed with the decision, the student may refer the experience any diffi culties with the above procedures. The nearest offi ce matter to the Principal for determination. Independent external mediation of the Authority is at: may also be sought if the matter cannot be resolved within the school. Level 13, 125 The Terrace Wellington, New Zealand 2. Service and academic programme P.O. Box 160, Wellington, New Zealand In the event of a student complaint concerning the quality of the service T: +64 4 802 3000 F: +64 4 802 3112 or teaching provided by the school, the student will report the matter E: [email protected] to a person in a position of authority within the school. The complaint W: nzqa.govt.nz may either be dealt with by that person, or referred to the Principal for A summary of the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of resolution. The Principal will confer with the parties in dispute, and the International Students. decision of the Principal will be fi nal. This decision will be conveyed The Code sets standards for educational providers to ensure that: in writing to the parties. If the student remains dissatisfi ed with the > high professional standards are maintained outcome, he/she may seek independent external mediation. > the recruitment of international students is 3. Contractual and fi nancial issues undertaken in an ethical and responsible manner Matters relating to the interpretation of the application, or the payment > information supplied to international students is comprehensive, or refund of money, are stated clearly in the brochure. Any queries accurate, and up-to-date relating to course fees and other charges payable to Taylors College > students are provided with information prior to entering into any (or refunds) will initially be dealt with by the Finance and Administration commitments staff. If the student is dissatisfi ed with the decision, the matter will > contractual dealings with international students are conducted be referred to the Finance Director of Study Group for determination. in an ethical and responsible manner If either the action taken or the outcome does not satisfy the student, he/she may write to the Managing Director, who will in turn convey a > the particular needs of international students are recognised decision in writing to the student. If the student remains dissatisfi ed > international students under the age of 18 are in safe accommodation with the outcome, he/she may seek independent external mediation. > all providers have fair and equitable internal procedures for the 4. The Code of Practice for Pastoral Care of International Students resolution of international student grievances. Taylors College has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Full details of what is covered can be found in the Code itself. Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the The Independent Education Appeal Authority (IEAA) is an independent Minister of Education. Copies of the Code are available on request from body established to deal with complaints from international students this institution or from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website about pastoral care aspects of advice and services received from their at: minedu.govt.nz/goto/international. education provider. The IEAA enforces the standards of the Code of Practice. If your concerns have not been resolved by Taylors College’s complaint process, you can go to the IEAA website at justice.govt.nz/tribunals/ international-education-appeal-authority. Note: the above terms and conditions are those referred and agreed to when the application form is being completed. Quality education worldwide Corporate Social Responsibility Taylors College is part of Study Group, As a global education provider Study Group a quality global education provider that seeks to make a difference by funding the invests in international students’ futures construction of schools in disadvantaged and enhances their prospects by focusing communities. Through our charity Building as much on the way they learn as the Futures, Study Group works to identify those qualifi cations they achieve. communities where the building of a school will contribute to the preservation of the social Study Group provides: structure for future generations. • Higher Education • Career Education Study Group also recognises its responsibility • English Language towards protection of the environment and fosters among its staff, suppliers, customers, Visit studygroup.com shareholders and local communities an understanding of environmental issues in the context of its business. Our collective task is to ensure that we continually improve the environmental impact of our global activities.

Contact Universities New Zealand Approval: The Taylors College Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) is approved and recognised Admissions Centre by Universities New Zealand. This approval means that E [email protected] every university in New Zealand will be prepared to consider an application from a person who has completed the AFY programme. Taylors College has been approved by Universities Taylors College New Zealand to accept International, New Zealand Permanent 75 Karangahape Road Residents (PRs) and domestic students into AFY. Taylors Auckland, New Zealand College has arrangements in place with its partner universities whereby a specifi ed score in the AFY English course may be T +64 9 306 2600 accepted as an alternative to IELTS. Refer to pages 17-19 of this F +64 9 306 2601 brochure for details. Disclaimer: This brochure has been compiled for the Agents: studygroup.com/partners information of students. To the best of our knowledge the information contained in this booklet is correct at the time of printing and may change without notice. Study Group Students: afy.ac.nz Australia Pty Limited accepts no responsibility for any errors, nor any liability for any consequences that may follow from any person’s use of the material. facebook.com/taylorscollegenz All content and pictures contained within this publication are copyright Study Group and Taylors and cannot be reproduced without prior consent.

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