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Diploma in Postgraduate Preparation – Pre-Masters, Leading to Master of Environment and Society Navitas Group - The University of Waikato College Navitas Group - The University of Waikato College, New Zealand

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NZD 33427

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

Application Fee

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20 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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70%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Diploma in Postgraduate Preparation – Pre-Masters


Why choose the Diploma in Postgraduate Preparation – Pre-Masters?

  • NZQCF Level 7 Pre-Masters Programme: A pre-masters programme designed for international students at NZQCF level 7, equivalent to a Graduate Diploma.
  • Direct Path to Postgraduate Degrees: Successful completion provides direct entry to a range of postgraduate degree programmes. 
  • Accessible for Qualified Students: Open to students with at least two years of tertiary study and a qualification equivalent to NZQCF level 6, broadening your educational and career opportunities.
  • Career Advancement: Enhance your career prospects and earning potential by obtaining a postgraduate degree. 
  • Academic and Language Support: Receive specialised  training from experienced instructors to meet the University's entry requirements.
  • Work Visa Eligibility: After completing your postgraduate degree, you can apply for a three-year post-study open work visa, further enriching your career options. 

  
Leading to: Master of Environment and Society

Studying for your Master of Environment and Society (MEnvSoc) at the University of Waikato gives you the chance to build on the skills and knowledge you've already gained during your undergraduate degree. You'll learn how to critically analyse the various points of view relating to environmental challenges. You'll develop your understanding of these different perspectives, and learn how to use your insights to deal with those challenges.

During your MEnvSoc, you'll do a combination of studying essential papers and preparing a dissertation or thesis. You'll be able to complete up to 120 points worth of papers and either a 60-point dissertation or a 90-point thesis. Your dissertation or thesis will be based on your own research, and you'll choose a topic relating to environmental and societal inter-relationships.

You might also like to include some relevant papers from other areas, such as environmental science, law and management. Taking this approach to structuring your degree helps you strengthen the connection between understanding issues at a theoretical level and applying the theory in practice.

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Additional Information

Program Level Postgraduate Pathway

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Mar 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    46 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    105 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    70% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    33427

    Tuition Fee
    (NZD)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (NZD)

    20000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

    Check program website for more information about funding options.

    Scholarships

    International Scholarship


    Scholarships of up to $2,500 available*

    At the University of Waikato College, we want to help you realise your dream of studying abroad in New Zealand. To enable you, we offer a limited number of scholarships to provide financial assistance and get you closer to your future career. 


    Don’t miss out on your opportunity to join us.

    *The scholarships available are dependent on your home country, and programme choice. Read the full scholarship terms and conditions here.


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    For 2024 Fee    Scholarship    New Fee   
    Foundation Studies (Standard)    $25,480   $2,500    $22,980 
    International Diploma (Business)    $30,096   $2,500  $27,596
    International Diploma (Computer Science) $31,839 $2,500 $29,339
    Diploma in Postgraduate Preparation – Pre-Masters    $27,784    $2,500    $25,284


    University of Waikato College – Scholarships Terms & Conditions


    Overview: This document contains important information about the University of Waikato College Scholarships/Bursaries (“Scholarships”/”Bursaries”) offered by Navitas NZ Limited (“Navitas”). Navitas offers a limited number of Scholarships/Bursaries to Eligible International Students who confirm their place on one of Navitas’ programmes commencing between October 2024 and July 2025. The Scholarships/Bursaries are a discretionary contribution by Navitas towards the advertised tuition fee for the Eligible Programmes stated at Schedule 1 and Schedule 2.


    PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE DOCUMENT.? Should you have any questions?about Scholarships, please visit college.waikato.ac.nz or contact enrolment advisors?for more information.


    Eligibility:  To receive the Scholarship or the Bursaries, the Eligible International Student must have accepted an unconditional offer from University of Waikato College (Navitas) to study an eligible programme or have been notified by Navitas that all conditions on a conditional offer have been satisfied, such that the offer is now unconditional.


    IMPORTANT NOTES

    • There is no guarantee that you will be offered a Scholarship/Bursary.
    • Scholarships/Bursaries are limited and will only be offered to eligible International Students once an unconditional offer is made on an eligible programme.
    • Scholarship/Bursary amounts may vary depending on the nationality of the Eligible International Student.
    • All Scholarship/Bursary amounts will be applied in New Zealand Dollars (NZD).
    • The University of Waikato College Scholarships/Bursary will be credited against your tuition fee for your first trimester or if already paid in full, against your next tuition fee invoice. If you have paid in full for all remaining periods of study with Navitas, you can apply for a refund by contacting student services at the College.
    • The Scholarship/Bursary will not be refunded to you, should you wish to withdraw your acceptance of an offer.
    • Navitas reserves the right to decline a Scholarship/Bursary for any student at their discretion.

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