Auckland Foundation Year Brochure 2019
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2018 international student prospectus Your pathway to a degree from New Zealand’s top universities afy.ac.nz I am glad to have this opportunity to introduce Taylors College Auckland. We have a vibrant campus in the heart of one of the world’s most beautiful and liveable cities. We have a wealth of experience in preparing students for university level study, both in New Zealand and Australia, and we provide a caring and supportive learning environment that allows students to reach their potential, academically and personally. The Foundation Studies Certificate (Auckland Foundation Year - AFY) is a qualification of the University of Auckland offered through Taylors College, Auckland. In addition to its partnership with the University of Auckland, Taylors has formal agreements with two other leading New Taylors Zealand universities: AUT University and College Massey University. Provided you meet the requirements set out in this brochure, you are guaranteed admission to almost all of the full range of degree programmes at any of these three universities. We have an outstanding record of success in terms of the numbers of our graduates gaining entry to university in New Zealand. Whether your goal is to improve your English, or to take the first step on toward a university education abroad, I sincerely hope that Taylors Auckland will be part of that journey. I look forward to welcoming you to our campus. Lindsay Spedding Principal Taylors College Auckland 2 Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) Contents 4 Achieve your very best 6 The University of Auckland 8 AUT University 10 Massey University 12 Explore New Zealand Massey University AUT University The University of Auckland 2 Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) 14 Experience a buzzing city 28 English Language Preparation (ELP) 4 Achieve your very best 16 Your campus 29 CareerAhead 6 The University of Auckland 18 Student support 30 Entry requirements 8 AUT University 20 Accommodation 34 How to apply 10 Massey University 22 Our courses 35 Application form 12 Explore New Zealand 24 Subject descriptions 37 Dates, fees and additional costs 1 Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2018 International Student Prospectus afy.ac.nz Start your career Auckland Foundation Year Offered by Taylors College Auckland, Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) is a comprehensive university preparation programme and enjoys a strong reputation for excellence in teaching and student support. Our partnership with three well respected universities offers you the perfect step towards the undergraduate degree of your choice and ultimately your dream career. You will also be able to enjoy student life in one of the most liveable cities in the world.* For more support, you may choose the Pre-Foundation programme before commencing the AFY qualification. 2 Start your career: Auckland Foundation Year (AFY) Whether you want to study at a university ranked in the top 100 in the world or complete a globally recognised and highly ranked degree, you are sure to find the course that will put you on your path to a successful career. Strong partnerships A huge range of study options We have partnerships with three of the As well as our three partner universities, leading universities in New Zealand: all other universities in New Zealand › The University of Auckland recognise the AFY qualification. This gives › AUT University you a huge range of study options. › Massey University You’ll feel welcomed Freedom to choose Our students come from all over the The opportunity to select between three world. With so many people from different universities gives you several campuses backgrounds and cultures, studying at and hundreds of degrees to choose from. Taylors Auckland is exciting and rewarding – you’re sure to love it. You don’t need to know which university you want to go to before you join Taylors A learning experience AFY key facts: Auckland. During your year with us, you will like no other become familiar with our partner universities We provide a dynamic and interactive by touring their campuses and attending learning environment. Our flexible schedule lectures and university open days. Staff allows you to have a personalised timetable from each university visit Taylors Auckland with one-to-one tutorials. to talk to you about their courses and Partnership with three leading answer any other questions you may have. Highly experienced staff universities in New Zealand Guaranteed entry Our staff are highly skilled in supporting international students. They will help The learning outcomes of AFY are clear. you to organise your studies, select the Our programme fully prepares you for your right university course and help with university studies and ensures you have the any challenges you may encounter. best foundation for a successful career in The AFY qualification is For more information, please visit the future. Provided you meet the university www.afy.ac.nz accepted by all universities entry requirements after completing the in New Zealand AFY programme, you are guaranteed Quality assurance admission to a wide range of degree programmes at our partner universities. Study Group NZ Limited, trading as Taylors College and Embassy CES, was ranked in Category 1, the highest category for quality assurance in 2015, by the New A dynamic and interactive Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). nzqa.govt.nz/providers/details. learning environment do?providerId=745933001 * Mercer Quality of Living Survey 2017 3 Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2018 International Student Prospectus afy.ac.nz Achieve your very best Thanks to strong support, individual attention, high-quality teaching, modern facilities and expert teachers, 94.2% of AFY students received an offer from a partner university in 2016. Top performing students from 2016* Name Nationality Final Mark University Offer Accepted TAO Ran China PRC 460.3 Massey University, Bachelor of Veterinary Science Risa Louise BELMONTE Philippines 458.9 University of Auckland, Conjoint Bachelor of Arts and Science ZHANG Yunzhan China PRC 451.1 University of Auckland, Bachelor of Science ZHAO Jiayu China PRC 446.5 University of Melbourne, Bachelor of Commerce ZHAO Hexian China PRC 444.2 University of Auckland, Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) NGUYEN Cong Hoan Vietnam 443.6 University of Auckland, Bachelor of Science LIU Guangyu China PRC 438.4 University of Auckland, Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) ZHANG Jiewei China PRC 437.0 University of Melbourne, Bachelor of Commerce GU Nianchen China PRC 436.4 University of Auckland, Bachelor of Nursing YANG Wendan China PRC 436.2 University of Auckland, Bachelor of Commerce * Includes students from the 2016 January and April intakes 4 Achieve your very best Outstanding results In 2016: 94.2% of students received an offer from a partner university Strong support Our tertiary counsellor gives you friendly and professional university counselling, organises regular visits to partner universities and assists with your university application. A highly respected qualification As well as our three partner universities, all universities in New Zealand recognise the AFY qualification. Individual attention We limit the number of students in each lesson, which allows our academic staff to provide you with more individual attention, maximising your academic A guaranteed pathway performance. to university By successfully completing the AFY programme and meeting minimum entry requirements, you are guaranteed a place at the University of Auckland, AUT University or Massey University. Fast-track option If you have studied at NCEA Level 3 in New Zealand or overseas, you can apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) which, if granted, will allow you to complete the AFY programme in less Improve your English time and at less expense. language skills We offer English Language Preparation (ELP) if you need to develop your English skills before you start your foundation course. 5 Taylors College/Auckland Foundation Year 2018 International Student Prospectus afy.ac.nz The University of Auckland ‘ Enjoy the challenge at New Zealand’s university of global standing’ auckland.ac.nz Established in 1883, the A highly successful environment The University’s comprehensive range University of Auckland is of research and coursework-based New Zealand’s top-ranked programmes are internationally university for research and recognised. Graduates of the University of Auckland occupy leading positions academic reputation. Situated in Business, Law, Medicine, Politics, Arts, in the heart of New Zealand’s Engineering and other professions largest city, it is an international within New Zealand and overseas. centre of learning and A truly global experience academic excellence. The University provides an exciting and stimulating environment for more than 40,000 students. Currently 7,000 The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s international students from 120 different top-ranked university. It is a QS Five Stars The University provides countries are studying at the University Plus institution, having achieved five stars of Auckland. Their different perspectives an exciting and stimulating in eight categories including Employability, and cultures enrich the entire environment for its Teaching and Research. It is also the only University community. New Zealand university ranked in the top students. Currently, 7,000 100 in the QS World University Rankings and international students are Five campuses, eight faculties the top 200 in the Times Higher Education The University’s faculties are located over studying at Auckland, World University Rankings. In 37 of the 40 five campuses in Auckland, with most subjects in which the University teaches, testimony to both the students attending the central City Campus. it is the highest-ranked in the country University’s comprehensive The eight faculties are Arts, Business, according to the QS World University Creative Arts and Industries (includes range of research-based Rankings by Subject 2017. study programmes and Architecture, Dance Studies, Fine Arts, The University of Auckland has a strong Music and Urban Planning), Education the recognition they are international focus and is the only New and Social Work, Engineering, Law, receiving internationally.