This programme is for those who want to begin study, but need to build confidence or brush up on skills. Students will choose from five pathways that align with their career goals, including: Health, Social Practice, Creative Industries, Early Childhood, and the Open pathway for general subjects and skills.
Students will gain essential academic knowledge, capabilities, and skills needed to succeed at higher levels of study.
Students will be introduced to new ideas and concepts in a step-by-step way, building their confidence as we guide them without holding their hand along the way. Classes range from lectures to small classes and labs (Health pathway), with a lot of online support. Tutors will support students at every step of their journey, and there is an option of whānau based delivery for Māori and Pasifika students in the Health pathway.
On completion of the programme students will achieve a national qualification, the New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4), and be able to apply for further study in their preferred career pathway.
All students will enrol in two core modules plus another two modules from their chosen pathway. The core modules are:
Open pathway
This prepares students for a range of higher level study pathways including information technology, and business. This pathway gives students an opportunity to get involved in project planning and design thinking in their selected career field and has a strong digital technologies component. This pathway is offered in semester one and two.
Health pathway
This pathway prepares students for further study in nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy, sports science or other health related programmes.
Students will learn about anatomy and physiology of the human body, wellness and human development. If students would like to learn in a whānau-based Māori and Pasifika classroom environment they can enrol into Te Tūāpapa Hauora. This pathway is offered in both semester one and two. Read more about the Centre for Health and Social Practice here.
Sport Health (an option within the health pathway)
The Health pathway is now being offered at Rotokauri Campus in the Centre for Sports Science. Students will study health with a sport and recreation flavour. They will learn about anatomy and physiology, nutrition, teamwork and leadership. This option will suit students wanting to pursue further study in Sport and Exercise Science. Read more about Sport and Exercise Science here.
Early Childhood pathway
This pathway prepares students for further study in early childhood education programmes.
Please note: This programme will support students' entry application into the Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) degree programme but is not a guaranteed pathway. Candidates who complete this course will still need to meet the other entry criteria for the degree (interview, numeracy and literacy testing). This pathway provides a pathway to Wintec's Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) for over 20 year olds only. Those aged under 20 require university entrance to gain entry to the Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education). This pathway is offered in semester one and two if numbers allow.
Social Service pathway
This pathway prepares students for further study in social work and counselling programmes. Students will learn about values, beliefs, world views, key social issues and be introduced to career opportunities in the social service sector. This pathway is only offered in semester two. Read more about the Centre for Health and Social Practice here.
Creative Industries pathway
This pathway prepares students for further study in the creative industries in design, communication, art, and music. Working with specialists in the School of Media Arts, students will learn relevant tools and technology for their craft, and gain knowledge and understanding of the creative process. Students will develop and apply their skills in projects and be given the opportunity to exhibit their work in a showcase event.
There are four streams to select from in the Media Arts pathway, and these are aligned to future study and career pathways:
Some prior credits or experience in the areas of music, visual art and design is useful for these pathways (eg 12 Level 1 NCEA credits) or you can attend an interview with Media Arts staff to help find the best fit.
Media Arts offers a range of creative degrees studying communications, creative media, digital marketing, screen arts production, visual communication/graphic design, painting, sculpture, photography, music and performing arts. Read more about the School of Media Arts here.
Group A: Core modules
| Module code | Module title | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEDU401 | Te Ao Hurihuri Futures | 4 | 15 | ||
| GEDU402 | Pūkenga Mātauranga Academic Skills | 4 | 15 |
Group B: Health pathway modules
| Module code | Module title | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEDU403 | Wellness and Human Development | 4 | 15 | ||
| GEDU404 | Applied Structure and Function of the Human Body | 4 | 15 |
Group C: Early Childhood pathway modules Please note: this pathway provides a pathway to Wintec's Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) for over 20 year olds only. Those aged under 20 require university entrance to gain entry to the Bachelor of Teaching (ECE).
| Module code | Module title | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEDU403 | Wellness and Human Development | 4 | 15 | ||
| GEDU405 | Early Childhood Pathway | 4 | 15 |
Group D: Social Services pathway modules
| Module code | Module title | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEDU403 | Wellness and Human Development | 4 | 15 | ||
| GEDU406 | Social Services Pathway | 4 | 15 |
Group E: Open pathway modules
| Module code | Module title | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEDU407 | Directed Project | 4 | 15 |
Group G: Creative Industries pathway modules
| Module code | Module title | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEDU409 | Creative Project | 4 | 15 | ||
| GEDU410 | Creative Practice | 4 | 15 |
Marama Hill always dreamed of being a midwife, and now, thanks to completing the Wintec Te Ara Pūtake Academic Pathway course, her dream will become a reality next month.
The mum of six has worn many hats over the years, she is a qualified chef by trade, but the long hours and late nights of hospitality were too strenuous on her family. So she retired as a chef and started working as an early childhood teacher. But now that the time is right, and her children are older, she is returning to study midwifery – her lifelong dream.
Graduates of this programme may have enhanced employment opportunities in industries and professions associated with the context of their programme.
Holders of this qualification will be able to progress to further study or training at NZQF Level 5 and above (degree, diploma or certificate) related to the context of their programme.
General Academic Admission
Candidates are required to have gained:
i)NCEA Level 1; and a minimum of 36 credits at NCEA Level 2; or
ii) A relevant qualification at NZQF Level 3 or above; or
iii) Equivalent.
Special Admission
Domestic applicants aged 20 years or above who have not met the General Admission or entry requirements for a programme but whose skills, education or work experience indicate that they have a reasonable chance of success may be eligible for Special Admission. Special admission will be granted at the discretion of the Centre Director or designated nominee.
Provisional Entry
Domestic applicants aged under 20 years who have not met the general academic admission and entry criteria for a programme but who can demonstrate a reasonable chance of success through other educational attainment, and /or work or life experience may be eligible for provisional entry at the discretion of the Centre Director or designated nominee. Provisional entry places restrictions
on re-enrolment to be lifted if the applicant’s performance is deemed satisfactory by the Centre Director or designated nominee.
Selection Criteria
Candidates may be required to participate in an interview.
English Language Requirements
Candidates who have English as a second language are required to have an International English Language Test System (IELTS) score of 5.5 with no individual band score lower than 5.0 or equivalent.
Are you ready for your first day of class? Check out your start date and where you need to be. You can also find useful information about studying at Wintec on our Welcome page.
Date: Friday 19 July 2019
Time: 11am - 2.30pm
Venue: The Atrium - City Campus
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