Your route to a degree from New Zealand’s top universities
Taylors Auckland Foundation Year 2013
taylorscollege.ac.nz/tafy page 02 Contents
taylors auckland foundation year (TAFY)...... 03
AUckland...... 04
why choose tafy?...... 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 english language preparation (TELP)...... 16
university entry requirements
AUT...... 17
massey university...... 18
the university of auckland...... 19
TAFY entry requirements...... 20
how to apply...... 21
terms and conditions...... 22
Auckland City
“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
TAFY graduate 2003 Bachelor of Commerce from The University of Auckland, with a double major of Accounting and Marketing Lending Specialist ASB Bank Head Office, Auckland
Courtesy of Tourism Auckland Courtesy of Tourism Auckland taylors Auckland Foundation Year | 2013 page 03 Taylors Auckland Foundation Year (TAFY)
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TAFY successfully prepares you to enter one of our three New Zealand partner universities – AUT University, Massey University and The University of Auckland – where you can complete the undergraduate degree of your choice and embark on a fulfilling career.
Succeed with the unique A ccepted by other Taylors approach universities in New Zealand, Australia and the world Personalise your timetable As well as our three partner universities, all Our approach ensures your studies are always other universities in New Zealand and universities on track. You will benefit from a flexible system in Australia and around the world will recognise that allows for a more personalised timetable your TAFY qualifications, giving you endless with individual tutorials. study options. Highly experienced staff Our staff are highly skilled in dealing with the Get to know our needs and requirements of international students. partner universities They will assist you to organise your studies, select while studying TAFY the right university course and will help with any During your year with us studying TAFY, you will personal challenges you may encounter whilst become very familiar with our partner universities living away from home. by touring their campuses and also attending mock lectures. A learning experience like no other Staff from each university will visit Taylors to talk At Taylors College, we provide a dynamic and to you about the courses they offer and answer interactive learning environment, which is vital any other questions you have. for success at university. This first-hand experience with each institution will You’ll feel welcomed and make it easier for you to decide which university at home at Taylors College you want to attend once your TAFY year is finished. Our students come from all over the world. With so many young people from different backgrounds and cultures, studying TAFY at Taylors College is exciting and rewarding – you’ll love it.
2013 Start dates
Intake Weeks IELTS Orientation Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 Term 5 Term 6 Start University Standard Programme 21 Jan – 22 Apr – 15 Jul – 7 Oct – Semester 1 January 40 5.5# 18 Jan 5 Apr 28 Jun 20 Sep 6 Dec 2014 15 Jul – 7 Oct – 13 Jan – 14 Apr – Semester 2 July 38 5.5# 12 Jul 20 Sep 6 Dec 28 Mar 6 Jun 2014 2014 26 Aug – 6 Jan – 14 Apr – Semester 2 August 35 5.5# 23 Aug 6 Dec 28 Mar 2014 6 Jun 2014 2014 Intensive Programme 22 Apr – 15 Jul – 7 Oct – Semester 1 April 30 5.5## 19 Apr Aimee WANG 5 Jul 20 Sep 6 Dec 2014 14 Oct – 6 Jan – 14 Apr – Semester 2 October 30 5.5## 11 Oct from CHINA 20 Dec 28 Mar 6 Jun 2014 2014
TAFY graduate 2003 Pre-foundation Programme 21 Jan – 22 Apr – 15 Jul – 7 Oct – 13 Jan – 14 Apr – Semester 2 January 59 5.0# 18 Jan Bachelor of Commerce from 5 Apr 28 Jun 20 Sep 6 Dec 28 Mar 2014 21 Jun 2014 2014 15 Jul – 7 Oct – 20 Jan – 21 Apr – 14 Jul – 6 Oct – Semester 1 The University of Auckland, July 58 5.0# 12 Jul 20 Sep 6 Dec 4 Apr 2014 27 Jun 2014 19 Sep 2014 5 Dec 2014 2015 with a double major of # No band less than 5.0 ## No band less than 5.5 Accounting and Marketing Lending Specialist ASB Bank Head Office, Auckland 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 offer. Students are an established and welcome part of Auckland’s population and lifestyle, and 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 benefit 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 * Immigration New Zealand for permanent residency and eventually citizenship. ^ Mercer Quality of Living Survey 2011 – ranked 3. For more information, visit www.immigration.govt.nz/skillsshortage.
“I love my job. I can use my science knowledge and business skills as well as my Chinese background to help the company to grow its business.“
Sunshine Lai, China
TAFY 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 taylors Auckland Foundation Year | 2013 page 05 Why choose TAFY? taylorscollege.ac.nz/tafy
A guaranteed pathway Recognition of Prior to university Learning (RPL) By successfully completing TAFY you are If you have studied at NCEA Level 3 in New Zealand guaranteed a place* at AUT University, Massey or overseas, you can apply for Recognition of Prior University or The University of Auckland. Learning (RPL), which, if successful, will allow you to complete TAFY more cheaply and in less time. Your widely recognised TAFY qualification will also allow you to apply to other universities Open to New Zealand around the world. permanent residents and citizens Smaller tutorial sizes Taylors College has been approved by Universities We limit the number of students in each tutorial, New Zealand to accept international, New Zealand which allows our academic staff to provide you Permanent Residents (PRs) and domestic students with more individual attention, maximising your into TAFY. Conditions apply – see page 20 for more academic performance. details.
Online learning Improve your English Study Smart, our web-based learning system, allows language skills teachers to provide online activities and course We offer Taylors English Language Preparation (TELP) materials designed specifically for your needs. You if you need to develop your English skills before you will also be able to interact and share information start your foundation course. For full details on TELP, online with your teachers and classmates. please see page 16.
Well-equipped facilities TAFY gets results You will benefit from a dynamic learning In 2011, TAFY students achieved the following results: environment at our campus, combining the latest technology with modern teaching methods. > 94% were offered a tertiary place > 92% received offers from our partner universities – AUT University, Massey University and The University of Auckland.
Our top ten students achieved the following grades
Grade Name Nationality Course now studying University (max. 500) YOO Junyoung Korean 469 (94%) Bachelor of Health Science Otago University
WANG Yingfei Chinese 469 (94%) Bachelor of Architectural Studies The University of Auckland
GUAN Xiaoxiao Chinese 466 (93%) Bachelor of Accountancy Massey University Bachelor of International DINH Van Ngoc Ha Vietnamese 463 (93%) AUT University Hospitality Management Bachelor of International VO Thuy Tien Vietnamese 454 (91%) AUT University Hospitality Management XI Guangxuan Chinese 454 (91%) Bachelor of Arts The University of Auckland
ZHENG Tianran Chinese 453 (91%) Bachelor of Architectural Studies The University of Auckland Malaysian WONG Li Teng 452 (90%) Bachelor of Science The University of Auckland (NZ PR) GU Miao Chinese 445 (89%) Bachelor of Commerce The University of Auckland
LIU Dongge Chinese 443 (89%) Bachelor of Commerce The University of Melbourne
*On meeting the entry requirements and achieving the necessary grades. 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 creativity, innovation, scholarship, research and excellence in teaching.
the university for our students the changing world AUT University is committed to internationalisation AUT University is New Zealand’s second largest and welcomes approximately 4,000 plus and fastest growing university, with campuses international students to our campus. An extensive in Auckland CBD, North and South Auckland. range of support services are available for our We reflect the changing world, and emerging students inclusive of health services, orientation, environments and industries – whatever the area social events, accommodation placement, academic of study. Our teaching, research and community support, careers counselling and student mentors. work integrate the most contemporary thinking, and are focused on fields within: TAYLORS AUCKLAND FOUNDATION YEAR (TAFY) > Culture and Society For the past nine years AUT University has > Business and Law welcomed students from the Taylors Auckland > Design and Creative Technologies Foundation Year programme where statistics > Health and Environmental Sciences prove they transition well, both academically and > Maori Development. culturally, into main stream university programmes.
Our study disciplines provide pathways from bachelors to masters and doctoral study and we facebook.com/autuniversity have a range of pre-degree entry points for students who need to prepare for degree level study. Download AUT’s international brochure at:
Because of established relationships with employers > mi-nz.com\aut and professionals, the teaching and research is relevant to current and future industry, which accounts for our 95% graduate employment rate.
Many programmes include a cooperative education component, where students join a commercial enterprise for a semester and apply skills and knowledge in the real world.
AUT prides itself on its high lecturer-to-student ratio, student support services and on-campus facilities, including online library resources, entertainment and sports.
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WHY AUT – THE UNIVERSITY FOR THE CHANGING WORLD
We are: We have: > the second-largest university in New Zealand > the highest graduate employment rate of any and the fastest growing New Zealand university > internationally recognised and globally > four faculties, offering over 250 programmes competitive in Business & Law, Culture & Society, Design > committed to internationalism and the value & Creative Technologies, Health & Environmental of our international students Studies > located in Auckland – voted third best city > close links with industry and the professions, in the world to live in*. so that we teach you the skills that are really needed * Mercers 2011 Quality of Living Survey > the school of Business which is AACSB accredited and Eduniversal Worldwide Business School rankings place us with the world’s top business schools > excellent research facilities and a strong research culture > classes that are personal and interactive > three vibrant and well-positioned campuses – Auckland (City), Manukau (South Auckland), and North Shore (across the Auckland Harbour Bridge) > over 4000 international students from more than 85 countries studying at AUT > study abroad, internship and exchange programmes.
AUT University is a contemporary university, with a AUT University is delighted to be associated unique profile reflecting our innovative approaches with the Taylors Auckland Foundation Year (TAFY) to teaching, learning and research. This is a programme, which paves the way for international university that is outward-looking, developing and students to enter both AUT University and other adapting to the social, economic and technological New Zealand universities. AUT University is realities which shape the world today. As a result pleased to guarantee entry to all TAFY graduates AUT graduates are responsive to the needs of the who meet the entry standards set by our faculties. modern, fast-changing and multi-skilled work place. Professor We look forward to welcoming TAFY graduates Derek McCormack We understand the importance of building in the future. international relationships and we 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 and they enjoy an inclusive learning environment – one which supports a Professor Derek McCormack diversity of people, cultures and ideas. Vice-Chancellor AUT University
page 08 Massey University
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For more than 80 years, Massey University has helped shape the lives and communities of people in New Zealand and around the world. Its forward-thinking spirit, research-led teaching, and cutting-edge discoveries make Massey New Zealand’s defining university. The University is internationally recognised for its excellence in teaching and research and regarded as an innovative and progressive institution.
The Engine of the new Student Experience New Zealand With three fully resourced campuses in three Massey has a long and proud tradition of academic unique cities: Albany (Auckland), Palmerston North and research excellence and has played a defining and Wellington, it’s your choice of how and where role in the development of New Zealand. Massey you study. This unique flexibility gives you the University is highly rated in design, visual arts, freedom to choose. nursing, public health and veterinary science, Massey University has exchange agreements with agriculture and other applied biological sciences. 43 international universities and agreements with It is ranked in the nation’s top three universities for several organisations around the world. You can gain engineering and technology, physics, sport science international experience and broaden your horizons and statistics. and establish valuable networks for the future while Internationally Renowned studying at Massey. Academic staff in many fields are internationally Taylors Auckland renowned, and leading-edge research is being Foundation Year (TAFY) undertaken across the academic colleges often Massey University welcomes international students in collaboration with other universities, research and has accredited the Taylors Auckland Foundation institutions and industry. Each year, around 3,500 Year (TAFY) programme as a pathway to the international students from more than 95 countries University. TAFY students who attain the grades find a warm and welcoming environment at Massey and specified entry standards for admission to a and an intellectual climate in which they are particular degree programme are guaranteed entry encouraged to excel. to Massey University.
Academic Colleges Scholarships > College of Business is one of the largest International students planning to study at Massey business schools in New Zealand and has University are welcome to apply for a scholarship. AACSB International accreditation. View Massey website for further information. > College of Creative Arts is Massey’s leading tertiary provider of a creative arts education facebook.com/masseyuniversity and boasts a world-class research-led college based in Wellington. > College of Education is the only institution to offer a four-year primary teacher education programme with a complete emphasis on teacher education and related areas. > College of Humanities and Social Sciences houses one of the few Centres for Ecological Economics in the world, and the only Centre for Public Health Research independent of a medical school. > College of Sciences is excellent in agriculture, veterinary and life sciences, land, water and the environment, and industrial innovation via engineering and technology.
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10 REASONS TO STUDY AT MASSEY UNIVERSITY 1 Study unique programmes in our five Massey’s degree in Food Technology has an colleges: Business, Creative Arts, 6 outstanding 40-year track record and is one Education, Humanities and Social Sciences of only two universities outside the and Sciences. Americas, accredited by the United States based Institute of Food Technologists (IFT). 2 Massey’s College of Business holds accreditation from AACSB International. Massey’s School of Design is New Zealand’s Programmes hold endorsements from 7 longest established design school. The national and international bodies and College of Creative Arts recently celebrated professional organisations such as CIMA, 125 years of art and design education. ACCA and CFA. Over 100 clubs and societies for you to join Massey’s Veterinary Science degree is 8 3 to help you make new friends and settle in recognised and registered with Australia, your new study environment. United Kingdom, Canada, United States of Warm and friendly international environment America and a number of other countries. 9 on all campuses. Massey’s Bachelor of Engineering is 4 Massey has exchange agreements with 43 recognised and accredited by the 10 universities around the globe giving you the Washington Accord and the Institute opportunity to spend part of your study of Professional Engineers New Zealand period overseas. (IPENZ).
5 Massey’s Aviation (Air Transport Pilot) degree is the first non-engineering degree to be recognised by the Royal Aeronautical Society and has ISO9001-2000 accreditation. All of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) licensing requirements are integrated within the papers of the degree.
As New Zealand’s defining University, Massey experience international quality teaching by has a long and proud tradition of academic and top researchers and lecturers who have strong research excellence and has played a defining role links with their industries. in the development of New Zealand. Today New Massey University is delighted to confirm its Zealand is emerging with a new confidence on association with the Taylors Auckland Foundation a global stage. As a country, we have the desire, Year (TAFY) programme and its recognition of innovation and creativity to take on the best the the TAFY programme as a pathway for entry to world has to offer. Massey University is the engine Massey University degree programmes. The TAFY Hon Steve Maharey that is making a practical contribution to the programme is approved by a Board of Studies turning wheels in this exciting new chapter in New established by Massey University and Taylors Zealand through our students, staff and alumni. College Auckland. The University leads in agri-food, creativity and We look forward to welcoming TAFY graduates innovation. With over 35,000 students, Massey to Massey University. has national reach with campuses in Auckland, in Palmerston North and in Wellington, as well aspage distance 05 learning programmes. International students find a warm and welcoming environment at Massey and an intellectual climate in which Hon Steve Maharey they are encouraged to excel. Our students 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 for research and academic reputation. It is an international centre of learning and academic excellence, and is 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 The University’s comprehensive range of research the Association of Pacific Rim Universities (which - and coursework-based study programmes includes the University of California), Universitas 21 are internationally recognised, and attract and the Worldwide Universities Network. undergraduate and postgraduate students from Membership of these groups is by invitation all over the world. Graduates of The University only and is limited to research led institutions of Auckland occupy leading positions in business, of international reputation across a broad range law, medicine, politics, arts, engineering and the of disciplines. professions within New Zealand and overseas. TAYLORS AUCKLAND Currently over 4,700 international students from FOUNDATION YEAR (TAFY) 90 different countries have chosen to study at The University of Auckland. Their different perspectives The University of Auckland welcomes international and cultures enrich the entire university community. students and has accredited the Taylors Auckland Foundation Year programme as a pathway to the FOUR CAMPUSES University. Taylors students who attain the grades The University’s eight faculties are located over specified for admission to the particular degree four campuses, although most students attend the programme (refer page 19) are guaranteed entry city campus in Auckland. These faculties include: to The University of Auckland. Arts, Business School, Education, Engineering, Law, Medical and Health Sciences, The National facebook.com/UniofAkl Institute of Creative Arts and Industries (includes Architecture, Music, Performing Arts and Planning) and Science (including Computer Science and Biomedical Science).
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10 REASONS TO STUDY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF AUCKLAND 1 Enrol in one of the world’s top Feel safe and secure knowing that our team 82 universities.* 8 of international student support staff is Study in our world-class disciplines: available to assist you at every stage of your 2 academic journey. Law ranked 18th, Psychology ranked 27th, Mathematics ranked 30th, Accounting Participate in a range of social and cultural and Finance ranked 33rd and Computer 9 activities to help you make friends and settle Science ranked 40th in the world.* into life at the university. 3 Gain an internationally recognised Enjoy the convenience of our city campus qualification from New Zealand’s 10 and accommodation facilities which are leading research university. located in the heart of Auckland city. 4 Offers a ‘triple crown’ of accreditation * QS World University Ranking 2011 for Business from AACSB International (USA), EQUIS (Europe) and AMBA (UK).
5 Choose from a comprehensive range of programmes to PhD level, offered in eight faculties. Study for a PhD and pay the same as New Zealand students.
6 Study at the only invited New Zealand member of Universitas 21, APRU and WUN. 7 Join 4,700 other international students from 90 countries for a truly global experience.
The University is situated in the heart of Auckland students whose results in the Taylors Auckland and provides an exciting and stimulating Foundation Year (TAFY) meet the predetermined environment for its 40,000 students. Currently over standards specified for each of the University’s 4,700 international students from 90 countries have degree programmes, and who meet all the chosen to study at Auckland, testimony to both the other entry requirements for admission to the University’s comprehensive range of research-based University. The Taylors Auckland Foundation Year study programmes and the recognition they are programme is approved by a Board of Studies receiving internationally. Graduates of The University established specifically for that purpose by the Professor of Auckland occupy leading positions in business, University and Taylors College Auckland. Stuart McCutcheon law, medicine, politics, arts, engineering and the professions within New Zealand and overseas.
I am pleased to confirm the arrangement with Taylors College Auckland that recognises the Taylors Auckland Foundation Year as a pathway for entry into degree programmes at the University. Professor Stuart McCutcheon Under these arrangements, the University will Vice-Chancellor and President guarantee entry into degree programmes for The University of Auckland page 12
Accommodation options taylorscollege.ac.nz/accommodation
A variety of accommodation options are available for you including student residences, homestay, hostel, 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 find 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 > UniLodge also available. unilodge.com.au/Auckland > Empire Apartments Independent living empire21.co.nz If you prefer to live in an independent house > City Lodge or apartment, we can assist and advise you on citylodge.co.nz rental or other accommodation options close to our campus.
“I like the friendly environment that Taylors offers and the caring teachers who are always ready to assist and provide helpful advice.”
Vo Thuy Tien with Dinh Van Ngoc from Vietnam
TAFY graduates 2011 Both studying a Bachelor of International Hospitality Management at AUT University taylors Auckland Foundation Year | 2013 page 13
Our campus taylorscollege.ac.nz/tafy
Taylors College has been at the forefront of education since 1920, and has been teaching TAFY 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 > Common room with table tennis and pool tables as the centre of the city is only 10 minutes walk away. > Computer laboratories > Interactive whiteboards ACTIVITIES > Library In addition to the formal study programme, TAFY > Lockers also offers a range of extra-curricular activities > Muslim prayer room designed to allow you to have fun with other students and enjoy your time here in Auckland. > Piano > Pool table These include group dinners, movie evenings and involvement with local sports clubs. > Science laboratory > Table tennis table These activities are open to all our students, so get involved! > Wi-fi internet access.
“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
TAFY graduate 2011 Bachelor of Information Science (Software Engineering), from Massey University page 14
Welfare and support taylorscollege.ac.nz/tafy
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 Taylors College 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 TAFY. 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 Auckland Foundation Year | 2013 page 15
Programmes and assesment taylorscollege.ac.nz/tafy
A CHOICE OF Programmes > Two academic terms of preparatory coursework inclusive of five compulsory subjects Depending on your ability and requirements, we have an appropriate programme to best > The final 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 five 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 Computer Science, foundation programme > Programme length: 30 weeks (3 terms) Mathematics and Science English + 4 subjects > Study five 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 TAFY 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 be dependent on ASSESSMENT FOR university compulsory subjects for degree UNIVERSITY ENTRY of choice – see pages 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 Computer Science (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 outlined by 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 English Language Preparation (TELP) taylorscollege.ac.nz/telp
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 confidence. 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: qualified and experienced professionals in Our classes have a maximum of 18 students the English as a Second Language (ESL) field. so your progress can be carefully monitored by your teacher. TERM DATES
> Regular testing 2012 2013 Your progress will be regularly tested to 24 Sep – 14 Dec 7 Jan – 29 Mar help ensure you reach your full potential, 1 Apr – 21 Jun with written reports every six weeks. 1 Jul – 20 Sep 23 Sep – 13 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 TAFY.
> 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 TAFY. taylors Auckland Foundation Year | 2013 page 17
AUT University entry requirements
Minimum Academic and English entry requirements from Taylors Auckland Foundation Year to gain guaranteed entry to degree programme for students applying for admission into the university in 2014.
Min TAFY 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, 250 Mar, Jul 3 years English 65% minimum Finance, Human Resources Management and Employment Relations, International Business, Management, Marketing, Retailing, Sales, Tourism)
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) 340 Mar 4 years Interview required 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 Professional Communication, 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 Health Promotion 270 Mar 3 years ** or equivalent IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum Bachelor of Health Science (Midwifery) – BHSc (Midwifery) **, Immunisation Form, Medical Report, 270* Mar 3 years of 7.0 in Listening and speaking (a 480 point programme in three calendar years) 2 x Referee Reports and 6.5 in reading and writing **, Immunisation Form, Medical Report, Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing) – BHSc (Nursing) 270* Mar, Jul 3 years IELTS 6.5 no band less than 6.5 2 x Referee Reports 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 **, 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 **, Immunisation Form, Medical Report, Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) – BHSc (Physio) 340* Mar 4 years IELTS 7.0 no band less than 6.5 2 x Referee Reports **, Immunisation Form, Medical Report, Bachelor of Health Science in Podiatry 270* Mar 3 years Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, IELTS 7.0 no band less than 6.5 2 x Referee Reports Bachelor of Health Science in Psychology 270 Mar 3 years ** IELTS 6.0 no band less than 5.5 Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science – BMLS 330* Mar 4 years **, Police Clearance IELTS 6.5 no band less than 6.0 Bachelor of Science – BSc (Applied Chemistry, Applied Microbiology, Environmental Sciences, 270 Mar, Jul 3 years Mathematics A 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. ^ TAFY 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 Auckland Foundation Year to gain entry to degree programme for students applying for admission into the university in 2014.
Min TAFY Semester Course Undergraduate Course Additional Requirements and Subjects English Score^ Intake Duration Bachelor of Accountancy 270 Feb 3 English 65% minimum Bachelor of AgriCommerce 270 Feb, July 3 English 65% minimum
Bachelor of AgriScience 270 Feb, July 3 English 65% minimum (Agriculture, Equine Studies, Horticulture)
Bachelor of Applied Economics 270 Feb 3 English 65% minimum Bachelor of Arts (Business Psychology, Economics, English, Environmental Studies, Geography, 270 Feb, July 3 English 65% minimum 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 Feb, July 3 (Air Transport Pilot (aeroplane only)) Maths A and Physics in each band
Bachelor of Aviation Management 270 Feb, July 3 English 65% minimum Bachelor of Business Studies (Accountancy, Agribusiness, Business Information Systems^, Communication Management, Economics^, Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Finance, 270 Feb, July 3 English 65% minimum Human Resource Management, International Business, Management, Marketing, Sports Business Management, Valuation and Property Management) Bachelor of Communication Management (Expressive Arts, Linguistics, Marketing Communication, Media Studies, 270 Feb, July 3 English 65% minimum Public Relations)
Bachelor of Construction 270 Feb 3 English 65% minimum (Construction Management, Quantity Surveying)
Bachelor of Design (with Honours) Selection by portfolio (portfolio to be (Fashion, Industrial, Photographic, Spatial, Textile, Visual Communications’ 270 Feb 4 submitted by end of October). Places English 65% minimum (`non honours majors)) are limited
Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) Mathematics A and B, Physics plus (Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering*, Electronics and Computer Engineering, 320 Feb 4 English 65% minimum Chemistry for the majors marked* Mechatronics, Product Development) Selection of portfolio (portfolio to be Bachelor of Fine Arts (with Honours) 270 Feb 4 English 65% minimum submitted by end of October) Mathematics A and B, Physics, and Bachelor of Food Technology (with Honours) 320 Feb 4 English 65% minimum (Food Product Technology, Food Process Engineering) Chemistry
Bachelor of Health Science 270 Feb, July 3 English 65% minimum (Unendorsed (no major), Sport and Exercise) Bachelor of Information Sciences 270 Feb, July 3 English 65% minimum (Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering) Selection of portfolio (portfolio to be Bachelor of Maori Visual Arts 270 Feb 4 English 65% minimum submitted by end of October) Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science 270 Feb 4 Maths A or B, Chemistry and Biology 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 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, Environmental Science, 270 Feb, July English 65% minimum Exercise and Sport Science, Genetics*, Geography, Human Nutrition*, 3 (depending on major chosen) Mathematics*, Microbiology*, Nanoscience, Physics, Physiology, Plant Science, Psychology, Statistics, Zoology) Bachelor of Social Work 280 Feb 4 English 65% minimum
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), Education, Exercise Prescription and Training, 270 Feb, July 3 English 65% minimum Management and Coaching) Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths Bachelor of Veterinary Science 280 Feb 5 English 65% minimum (competitive pre-selection first semester) Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths 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 TAFY scores are the best 4 subjects * Available July = completion of degree will be 3.5 years taylors Auckland Foundation Year | 2013 page 19
The University of Auckland entry requirements
Minimum Academic and English entry requirements from Taylors Auckland Foundation Year to gain guaranteed entry to degree programme for students applying for admission into the The University of Auckland in 2014. For students applying for entry in 2014, 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 specified in the table below.
Min TAFY 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, Some majors may require Drama, French, German, Greek, Italian, Korean, Japanese, Latin, Logic and a higher score. Computation, Mathematics, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, 270 Feb, Jul 3 years TAFY English 70% minimum# Statistics & Writing Studies, ^Employment Relations & Organisation Studies, Psychology major subject European Studies, Film, Television & Media Studies, Geography, Social Science for Public Health, History, Maori Studies, Music, Pacific Studies, to availability of places. Philosophy, Political Studies, ***Psychology, Sociology, Statistics and Women’s Studies) Business Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) (Majoring in: Accounting, Commercial Law, Economics, Finance, ##Information Management, Information Systems, International Business, International 280 Feb, Jul 3 years Mathematics A TAFY English 70% minimum# Trade, Management, Marketing, Operations and Supply Chain Management, Operations Research and Taxation) Bachelor of Property (BProp) 280 Feb 3 years Mathematics A TAFY English 70% minimum# Creative Arts and Industries Selection (Portfolio and written statement Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS) 320 Feb 3 years TAFY English 70% minimum# required, an interview may be required)* Selection (CV, written statement and Bachelor of Dance Studies (BDanceSt) 270 Feb 3 years an interview required, an audition may TAFY English 70% minimum# be required)* Selection (Portfolio, and written statement Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) 270 Feb 4 years TAFY English 70% minimum# required, an interview may be required)* Bachelor of Music (BMus) Selection (CV, referee’s report, music 280 Feb 3 years TAFY English 70% minimum# (Classical Performance, Jazz Performance and Popular Music) certificates and audition required)* Selection (Statement of musical Bachelor of Music (BMus) background and experience required. 280 Feb 3 years TAFY English 70% minimum# (Composition, Musicology) Examples of composition work required (composition major only).)* Selection (Written statement required, Bachelor of Planning (BPlan) 300 Feb 4 years TAFY English 70% minimum# an interview may be required)* Education Selection (Supplementary Information IELTS 7.0 overall, Bachelor of Education (Teaching) (BEd (Tchg)) 280 Feb 3 years Form and interview required)* minimum 7.0 in each band Selection (Supplementary Information IELTS 7.0 overall, Bachelor of Human Services (BHumServ) 270 Feb 3 years Form and interview required)* minimum 7.0 in each band Selection (Supplementary Information IELTS 7.0 overall, Bachelor of Physical Education (BPE) 280 Feb 3 years Form and interview required)* minimum 7.0 in each band Selection (Supplementary Information IELTS 7.0 overall, Bachelor of Social Work – BSW 270 Feb 4 years Form and interview required)* minimum 7.0 in each band Engineering
Feb, Jul IELTS 6.5 overall, (Jul intake minimum 6.0 in each band Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (BE (Hons)) 340 4 years Selection* Mathematics A and B, Physics subject to or availability) TAFY English 75% minimum##
Law LLB Part I students need to enroll for another degree at the same time as LLB Part I. A place in LLB Part I will be Bachelor of Laws (LLB) 270 Feb, Jul 4 years offered to any student who is accepted for TAFY English 70% minimum# admission to another bachelor’s degree. Students will be selected into Part II on the basis of their results in Part I. Medical and Health Science Bachelor of Health Science (BHSc) 310 ### Feb 3 years Selection. One Science subject IELTS 6.5 no band less than 6.0 No direct entry from TAFY, one year of No direct 5 IELTS 7.5 overall, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) Feb the BSc (Biomedical) or BHSc, Selection entry years^^ minimum 7.0 in each band (Interview UMAT) Selection (Interview)* IELTS 6.5 overall, Bachelor of Nursing (BNurs) 300 ### Feb 3 years One Science subject (Limited places) minimum 6.0 in each band No direct No direct entry from TAFY, one year of the Bachelor of Optometry (BOptom) 4 years^^^ entry BSc (Biomedical), Selection (Interview) Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) Open to domestic students only Science Feb, Bachelor of Science – Biomedical Science (BSc) 300 3 years Mathematics A and one Science subject TAFY English 70% minimum# Jul**** Bachelor of Science – Computer Science (BSc) 280 Feb, Jul 3 years Mathematics A and one Science subject TAFY English 70% minimum# Mathematics A and one Science Bachelor of Science – other majors (BSc) 280 Feb, Jul 3 years subject. Psychology major subject TAFY English 70% minimum# to the availability of places Bachelor of Science – Sports and Exercise Science major (BSc) 290 Feb, Jul 3 years Mathematics A and Biology TAFY English 70% minimum#
Bachelor of Technology – BTech (Biotechnology, Information Technology, Medical Physics & Imaging 290 Feb, Jul 4 years Mathematics A and one Science subject TAFY English 70% minimum# Technology and Optoelectronics) Conjoint degrees Conjoint Degrees (without Engineering) 300 Feb, Jul 4+ years As required by each degree above As required by each degree above Conjoint Degrees with Engineering 360 Feb, 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 **** F ebruary intake only if students are intending to apply for the MBChB in Year 2. to students who achieve the TAFY score and English language requirements stated July intake for BSc (Biomed) subject to available places in this table for that programme ^ Need higher 4 subject total ** TAFY score includes the best 4 subjects, excluding English (max 400) ^^ +1 year BSc (Biomedical) or BHSc *** Semester 1 intake only for Psychology major in Bachelor of Arts. ^^^ +1 year BSc (Biomedical) Subject to availability of places # IEL TS 6.0 no band less than 5.5 is still accepted if 70% English is not achieved ## To be confirmed ### These scores are indicative only page 20
T AFY entry requirements taylorscollege.ac.nz/tafy ENGLISH LANGUAGE
Course Pre-foundation programme Standard programme Intensive programme
IELTS 5.0 (No band less than 5.0) 5.5 (No band less than 5.0) 5.5 (No band less than 5.5)
TOEFL 500 TWE 4.0 513 TWE 4.0 525 TWE 4.5
TOEFL (iBT) 56 (Writing 16) 65 (Writing 16) 65 (Writing 19)
Singapore O Level D7 C6 C6
GCSE/IGCSE D C C
HKCEE Level 2 Level 3 Level 3
HKALE E E E
HKDSE Level 2 Level 3 Level 3
SPM C C+ C+
PTE 38 46 46
NCEA Minimum 2 credits at Level 1 (or higher) in Reading. Minimum 4 credits at Level 1 (or higher) in Reading. Minimum 4 credits at Level 1 (or higher) in Reading. Minimum 2 credits at Level 1 (or higher) in Writing. Minimum 4 credits at Level 1 (or higher) in Writing. Minimum 4 credits at Level 1 (or higher) in Writing. academic
Intensive programme Country Pre-foundation programme Standard programme (Superior grades are required) New Zealand Permanent Residents Entry Requirements: Standard, Intensive and Pre-foundation – (a) Students must have completed Year 13 at a New Zealand secondary school or; (b) Be 18 years of age or over (c) The academic and English language entry requirements listed in the table apply to international students, NZ permanent residents and NZ citizens.
China* Gao Er or Gao San Gao Er or Gao San Gao Er or Gao San – 65% in 4 relevant academic subjects – 70% in 4 relevant academic subjects – 80% in 4 relevant academic subjects
Hong Kong HKCEE – E grade in four relevant academic HKCEE – D grade in four relevant academic HKCEE – 2 C grades and 2 D grades in four subjects. subjects. relevant academic subjects. Form 5 - satisfactory marks in three Form 5 – satisfactory marks in four relevant Form 5 – satisfactory marks in four relevant to four relevant academic subjects at school academic subjects at school academic subjects at school HKDSE – Two Level 2 and One Level 1 in 3 HKDSE – Level 2 in 3 relevant academic subjects HKDSE – Two Level 2 and One Level 3 in 3 relevant academic subjects relevant academic subjects
Indonesia 6.5 in four relevant academic subjects in SMU 2 7.0 in four relevant academic subjects in SMU 2 8.0 in four relevant academic subjects in SMU 2 or 7.0 in four relevant academic subjects in SMU 3
Iran High School Diploma with an average grade of 14 High School Diploma with an average grade of 16 High School Diploma with an average grade of 18 across 5 relevant academic subjects across 5 relevant academic subjects across 5 relevant academic subjects
International Completion of the first year of IB Diploma with 2 Completion of the first year of IB Diploma with Completion of the first year of IB Diploma with 2 Baccalaureate Grade 3 and 2 Grade 4 in four relevant academic Grade 4 in four relevant academic subjects and Grade 4 and 2 Grade 5 in four relevant academic subjects and Grade 3 in English Grade 4 in English subjects and Grade 5 in English
Japan Upper Secondary School Year 2 Grade 3-4 in 4 Upper Secondary School Year 2 Grade 4-5 in 4 Upper Secondary School Year 2 Superior grades relevant academic subjects relevant academic subjects Upper Secondary School Year 3 Grade 4-5 in 4 Upper Secondary School Year 3 Grade 2-3 in 4 Upper Secondary School Year 3 Grade 3-4 in 4 relevant academic subjects relevant academic subjects relevant academic subjects
Kuwait General Secondary School Certificate 70% General Secondary School Certificate 75% General Secondary School Certificate 90%
Malaysia Aggregate higher than 20, less than 30 in best 5 Aggregate of 20 or less in best 5 relevant Aggregate of 15 or less in best 5 relevant relevant academic subjects in SPM (or mock exam) academic subjects in SPM (or mock exam) academic subjects in SPM (or mock exam)
New Zealand 38 credits at NCEA level 1 with no fewer than 40 credits at NCEA level 2 with no fewer than 48 credits at NCEA level 2 with no fewer than (International students) 12 credits in each of three subjects (inc Maths) 12 credits in each of three subjects (inc Maths) 12 credits in each of three subjects (inc Maths)
Nigeria West African School Certificate/NECO with 3 West African School Certificate/NECO with 5 West African School Certificate/NECO with credit passes and 2 passes OR GCE O Levels with credit passes OR GCE O Levels with C grade superior grades OR GCE O Levels with B grade 3 C’s and 2 D’s in relevant academic subjects average in 5 relevant academic subjects averages in 5 relevant academic subjects
Oman Secondary School Leaving Certificate 70% Secondary School Leaving Certificate 75% Secondary School Leaving Certificate 90%
Russia Certificate of Secondary Education (Attestat) Certificate of Secondary Education (Attestat) Certificate of Secondary Education (Attestat) – 3 subjects in Grade 2 and 2 subjects in Grade 3 – Grade 3 in relevant academic subjects – 3 subjects in Grade 3 and 2 subjects in Grade 4
Saudi Arabia General Secondary Education Certificate 70% General Secondary Education Certificate 75% General Secondary Education Certificate 90%
Singapore Aggregate higher than 20, less than 30 in best 5 Aggregate of 20 or less in best 5 relevant Aggregate of 15 or less in best 5 relevant relevant academic subjects in O level (or mock exam) academic subjects in O level (or mock exam) academic subjects in O level (or mock exam)
South Korea High School Certificate Year 2 with Wu-Mi/70%/ High School Certificate Year 2 with Su-Wu/80%/ High School Certificate Year 2 with superior grades rank 4-5 or above in relevant academic rank 2-3 or above in relevant academic in relevant academic subjects/or High School subjects/or High School Certificate Year 3 with subjects/or High School Certificate Year 3 with Certificate Year 3 with Su-Wu/80%/rank 2-3 Mi-Yang/60%/rank 5-6 Wu-Mi/70%/rank 4-5
Thailand Matayom 5 Grade average of 2.2 OR Matayom 5 Grade average of 2.6 or Matayom 5 Grade average of 3.0 or Matayom 6 Grade average of 1.8 in relevant Matayom 6 Grade average of 2.0 in relevant Matayom 6 Grade average of 2.5 in relevant academic subjects academic subjects academic subjects
Tu rke y State High School Diploma Results 2 or above in State High School Diploma 3 subjects in Grade State High School Diploma 3 subjects in grade relevant subjects 2 and 2 subjects in Grade 3 in relevant academic 3 and 2 subjects in grade 4 in relevant academic subjects subjects
UAE General Secondary School Certificate 70% General Secondary School Certificate 75% General Secondary School Certificate 90%
UK Two C grades and two D grades in four relevant Two B grades and two C grades in four relevant B grades in four relevant academic subjects (Cambridge O Level, academic subjects academic subjects GCSE & IGCSE)
Vietnam Grade average of 6.5 in Year 11 Grade average of 7.5 in Year 11 Grade average of 8.0 in Year 11
Other For all other countries please contact the International Admissions Centre
Taylors College may issue a conditional letter of offer based up on first semester, forecast, mock or preliminary results. * Subject to school ranking Applicants should visit taylorscollege.ac.nz for more information. Taylors College attempts to ensure the information is correct at the time of printing. taylors Auckland Foundation Year | 2013 page 21
How to apply taylorscollege.ac.nz/apply
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 taylorscollege.ac.nz/apply. the necessary documentation required to obtain your visa. 2 Attach the following documents: > Certified copies of oury school PACKAGE Programme OFFER reports from the last two years You can obtain a Conditional Letter of Offer for (translated into English) both TAFY and AUT University, Massey University > Evidence of English language or The University of Auckland undergraduate proficiency programme.
> A certified copy of your passport STUDENT VISAS or birth certificate. 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 taylorscollege.ac.nz/direct; or
> Send the completed application form back to us, along with the documents outlined in point 2 above, to:
> Post: International 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 notified 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 CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY New Zealand and (hereinafter referred to as Taylors College) to enrol in the 1. Taylors College agrees to refund within 30 days and without deduction, programme as nominated on the Application for Admission. I agree to pay to all fees paid where the student produces certified evidence that the Taylors College the annual tuition fees in accordance with the payment terms application made by the student for a student visa has been rejected by detailed on the website: taylorscollege.ac.nz. the New Zealand immigration authorities. I further agree to pay all additional course fees and such other charges as 2. Refunds Prior to Commencement of TAFY: Taylors College agrees to may become payable to Taylors College during the period of my enrolment, refund within 30 days fees paid by or on behalf of the student, less the within 14 days of the issue of an account by Taylors College for such fees. Enrolment Fee. Taylors College agrees to provide tuition to me in all subjects of the Taylors 3. Refunds after the commencement of a course: Auckland Foundation Year (TAFY), Taylors Certificate in Pre-Foundation Studies and Taylors English Language Preparation, conditional upon my Taylors College agrees to refund within 30 days of the receipt of written working regularly and systematically through those subjects applicable notice of cancellation by the student (or parent or guardian if the student to my enrolment in accordance with instructions and provided all fees owing is less than 18 years of age) fees paid on or behalf of the student less are paid on the due dates. the amounts to be retained as detailed below: I acknowledge that: (a) For courses exceeding 3 months duration: 1. Any variation of the terms and conditions of this agreement must be in > If written notice of cancellation is received by the 10th day of the writing and be signed on behalf of Taylors College. course, Taylors College will be entitled to retain up to 25% of total fees paid based on actual expenses incurred. 2. It is a condition of enrolment that I attend all scheduled classes except where there is a legitimate reason for non-attendance (eg illness > If written notice of cancellation is received later than the 10th day supported by a doctor’s certificate which is acceptable to Taylors of the course, there will be no refund of any monies paid. College). If the enrolment terminates due to a breach of this condition, (b) For courses of 1 to 34 days duration: I understand and agree that I am not entitled to any refund of the annual > If written notice of cancellation is received by the 2nd day of the tuition fee or other charges paid under this contract of enrolment. course Taylors College will retain 50% of total fees paid. 3. (a) All lessons and any related material supplied by Taylors College is > If written notice of cancellation is received later than the 2nd day copyright and remains the property of Taylors College. of the course, there will be no refund of any monies paid. (b) Any unauthorised copying may constitute a breach of the Copyright (c) For courses of 35 days to 3 months duration: Act 1994. > If written notice of cancellation is received by the 5th day of the 4. I am required to use my best endeavours to meet the requirements of course Taylors College will retain 25% of total fees paid. the programme in which I am enrolled and to abide by the rules and regulations of Taylors College for the running of Taylors College and the > If written notice of cancellation is received later than the 5th day conduct of students. of the course, there will be no refund of any monies paid. If I breach any of the college rules or my behaviour is deemed 4. Cancellation of Enrolment by Taylors College: unacceptable by Taylors College, my enrolment may be cancelled and The College may cancel a student’s enrolment should the student breach I agree that I will not be entitled to any refund of the annual tuition fee any of the college’s rules or if his/her behaviour is deemed unacceptable or other charges paid under this contract of enrolment. by the College: I understand that infringement of campus rules and regulations will (a) For courses exceeding 3 months duration: result in a fine. Local campus rules and regulations and all costs and > If a student’s enrolment is cancelled by the 10th day of the charges can be found on our website: taylorscollege.ac.nz course, Taylors College will be entitled to retain up to 25% 5. I understand that I may be required to attend organised Taylors College of total fees paid based on actual expenses incurred. excursions and activities as part of my course. > If a student’s enrolment is cancelled later than the 10th day 6. I authorise Taylors College to obtain medical treatment for me should of the course, there will be no refund of any monies paid. such action be deemed necessary by Taylors College or a staff member (b) For courses of 1 to 34 days duration: acting on behalf of Taylors College. I agree to indemnify Taylors College for any expense, loss, damage or liability of whatsoever nature > If a student’s enrolment is cancelled by the 2nd day occasioned as a result of authorising and arranging such emergency of the course Taylors College will retain 50% of total fees paid. medical treatment. > If a student’s enrolment is cancelled later than the 2nd day of the 7. I agree that I am responsible for my own books, equipment and course, there will be no refund of any monies paid. personal items and I hereby release Taylors College from all liability (c) For courses of 35 days to 3 months duration: and claims for loss or damage to such items, howsoever caused. > If a student’s enrolment is cancelled by the 5th day 8. I understand that I must notify the College in writing within seven days if of the course Taylors College will retain 25% of total fees paid. I change my contact details, accommodation type or residential address. > If a student’s enrolment is cancelled later than the 9. I confirm that the terms and conditions of this enrolment have been 5th day of the course, there will be no refund of any monies paid. explained to me. > Where a student is enrolled in a TELP programme immediately 10. I have read and understood the Student Complaints Policy outlined prior to the commencement of TAFY, TELP fees will be refunded, in this brochure. less the Enrolment Fee. Where a student is enrolled in an 11. I have read, understood and agree to the terms of the Cancellation Embassy CES course immediately prior to the commencement and Refund Policy outlined in this brochure. of TAFY, Embassy CES cancellation and refund policy will be applied to the Embassy CES course. taylors Auckland Foundation Year | 2013 page 23
taylorscollege.ac.nz/tafy_tc
ACCOMMODATION/HOMESTAY REFUNDS he/she may write to the Managing Director, who will in turn convey a a) If the student cancels the accommodation booking less than seven days decision in writing to the student. If the student remains dissatisfied before arrival the Accommodation/Homestay Placement Fee (if applicable) with the outcome, he/she may seek independent external mediation. plus a cancellation fee equivalent to one week of accommodation will 4. The Code of Practice for Pastoral Care of International Students be charged Taylors College has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of b) If the student cancels the accommodation after arrival, four weeks prior Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the written notice of cancellation is required; any accommodation fees paid in Minister of Education. Copies of the Code are available on request from excess of the notice period will be refunded less a 10% cancellation fee. this institution or from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website c) In the unlikely event of the school closing prior to the conclusion of at: minedu.govt.nz/goto/international. courses, school fees will be refunded on a pro-rata basis by the Trustee. 5. Health and travel insurance Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health AIRPORT PICK UP services while in New Zealand. If a student receives medical treatment For cancellations less than 48 hours before arrival no refund will apply. If when during his/her stay, he/she may be liable for the full costs of the treatment. a student arrives at the airport, the Airport Pick Up service provider cannot be Full details on entitlements to publicly-funded health services are available located, the student should contact the emergency telephone number. through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed on their website at: In such circumstances, the College agrees that if the student has advised our moh.govt.nz. emergency contact that they have not been met at the Airport, and alternative The Accident Compensation Corporation provides accident insurance for arrangements are not made, then a full refund of this service fee will apply. all New Zealand citizens, residents and temporary visitors to New Zealand, but students may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. PUBLICITY Further information can be viewed on the ACC website at: acc.co.nz. The student (and, where applicable, his or her parent or guardian): International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand. (i) agrees that the student’s photographs, videos, artwork or other works, as well as recorded or written testimonials and details of the student’s 6. Immigration achievements (“Student Images and Testimonials”) may be used by Full details of visa and permit requirements, advice on rights to Study Group, or by a third party agent of Study Group, worldwide for employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements promotional purposes including in its printed and online marketing are available through the New Zealand Immigration Service, and can be materials and on any social media network without further consent or viewed on their website at: immigration.govt.nz. notification; and 7. New Zealand QualificationsAuthority (ii) gives consent to Study Group storing, or transferring across Students may contact the New Zealand Qualifications Authority if they international borders, copies of the Student Images and Testimonials experience any difficulties with the above procedures. The nearest office for such purposes. of the Authority is at: CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS Level 13, 125 The Terrace Wellington, New Zealand Payments made by credit cards (Visa, Mastercard and American Express) P.O. Box 160, Wellington, New Zealand will attract a 2% surcharge. This surcharge will be waived if all fees are paid T: +64 4 802 3000 F: +64 4 802 3112 in full before the commencement date of the student’s course. E: [email protected] W: nzqa.govt.nz STUDENT COMPLAINTS POLICY A summary of the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students. In the event of a dispute between an individual student and Taylors College, internal procedures are in place to facilitate the resolution of the dispute. A The Code sets standards for educational providers to ensure that: summary of these procedures follows. > high professional standards are maintained 1. Code of conduct, attendance and discipline > the recruitment of international students is Students are expected to abide by the terms and conditions of undertaken in an ethical and responsible manner enrolment and the published rules and code of conduct of Taylors > information supplied to international students is comprehensive, College. Disciplinary procedures will be applied in the event of a breach accurate, and up-to-date of these rules. All staff are expected to apply Taylors College’s policy > students are provided with information prior to entering into any and rules fairly and without favour, but if a student considers that this commitments has not occurred, the student may refer the matter to a senior staff member. If dissatisfied with the decision, the student may refer the > contractual dealings with international students are conducted matter to the Principal for determination. Independent external mediation in an ethical and responsible manner may also be sought if the matter cannot be resolved within the school. > the particular needs of international students are recognised 2. Service and academic programme > international students under the age of 18 are in safe accommodation In the event of a student complaint concerning the quality of the service > all providers have fair and equitable internal procedures for the or teaching provided by the school, the student will report the matter resolution of international student grievances. to a person in a position of authority within the school. The complaint Full details of what is covered can be found in the Code itself. may either be dealt with by that person, or referred to the Principal for resolution. The Principal will confer with the parties in dispute, and the The Independent Education Appeal Authority (IEAA) is an independent decision of the Principal will be final. This decision will be conveyed body established to deal with complaints from international students in writing to the parties. If the student remains dissatisfied with the about pastoral care aspects of advice and services received from their outcome, he/she may seek independent external mediation. education provider. 3. Contractual and financial issues The IEAA enforces the standards of the Code of Practice. Matters relating to the interpretation of the application, or the payment If your concerns have not been resolved by Taylors College’s complaint or refund of money, are stated clearly in the brochure. Any queries process, you can go to the IEAA website at relating to course fees and other charges payable to Taylors College http://www.justice.govt.nz/tribunals/international-education-appeal-authority. (or refunds) will initially be dealt with by the Finance and Administration Note: the above terms and conditions are those referred and agreed to staff. 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Disclaimer: This brochure has been compiled for the information of students. To the best of our Universities New Zealand Approval: The Taylors Auckland Foundation Year knowledge the information contained in this booklet is correct at the time of printing and may change (TAFY) is approved and recognised by Universities New Zealand. This approval without notice. Study Group Australia Pty Limited accepts no responsibility for any errors, nor any means that every university in New Zealand will be prepared to consider an liability for any consequences that may follow from any person’s use of the material. application from a person who has completed the TAFY programme. Taylors College has been approved by Universities New Zealand to accept International, All content and pictures contained within this publication are copyright Study Group and Taylors College New Zealand Permanent Residents (PRs) and domestic students into TAFY. and cannot be reproduced without prior consent. Taylors College has arrangements in place with its partner universities whereby a specified score in the TAFY English course may be accepted as an alternative All information contained in this brochure current as at July 2012. to IELTS. Refer to pages 17-19 of this brochure for details.
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