Bachelor of Nursing (Puahou Tapuhi o Aotearoa)

Entry requirements

• IELTS6.5 overall

Prerequisites

IELTS Academic: Overall 6.5; Band minimum 6.5; Listening 6.5; Reading 6.5; Writing 6.5; Speaking 6.5. Academic Requirements To be admitted to this programme, applicants must have: University Entrance as defined by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA), including: Three subjects at Level 3 or above, made up of: a minimum of 14 credits in English or Te Reo Māori or English-rich subject (such as Classical studies, English, Geography, History, History of Art, Media Studies) a minimum of 14 credits in Biology, or Physical Education or Chemistry a further 14 credits at Level 3 or higher in one other approved subject or domain on the National Qualifications Framework. For examinations other than NCEA (e.g. International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Examination), applications will be assessed for academic entry equivalency. OR New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 4) – Biological Science, Health Pathway; or a recognised equivalent. Alternative requirements Applicants, who are over 20 years, must have evidence of academic equivalence of the above (academic admission); or demonstrated evidence of ability to study successfully at degree level. Applicants who are under 20 years must meet the academic admission criteria as listed above, as required by Nursing Council. All applicants interested in nursing should apply for entry into the Bachelor of Nursing in the first instance. The WITT School of Nursing will contact you to confirm you meet the academic ent