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2015
Certificate in University Preparation
The Certificate in University
Preparation (CUP) is designed
for New Zealand citizens or
permanent residents who do
not meet the requirements for
university entrance through
their existing qualifications, or
have been out of study for a
substantial period.
The CUP is designed for people who:
• have recently finished Year 13 programmes
but still require university entrance
• have been out of study for a number of
years and want to refresh study skills and
obtain further background knowledge before
beginning a degree programme
• wish to change their subject area.
Why study for the CUP?
The CUP courses will help students to develop
the skills necessary for successful university
study, including:
• acquiring subject knowledge for pathways to
degree programmes
• study and time-management skills
• oral and written communication skills for a variety of contexts
• analytical, critical and problem solving skills
• information literacy skills
• interpersonal, group and teamwork skills
• an appreciation of New Zealand’s diverse cultural environment
• understanding learning styles
• build relationships with peers
CUP courses provide an inclusive and supportive
learning environment to help students develop
their confidence to succeed at university.
Intakes
The February intake runs from 16 February to
14 June 2015.
The June intake runs from 15 June to
25 October 2015.
The November intake runs from 9 November 2015
to 7 February 2016.
The February intake of CUP leads into degree
study starting in semester two, 2015.
The June and November intakes of CUP lead into
degree study starting in semester one, 2016.
Orientation and enrolment information will
be sent out with your acceptance. All students
are expected to attend the orientation at the
University of Canterbury and at Hagley College to
receive important class information.
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Application for Admission
Enrolment in the CUP is restricted to New Zealand
and Australian citizens or permanent residents.
Applicants under 18 years of age must provide
evidence of support from their school.
Selection of applicants is based on NCEA
achievements in approved subjects; other
relevant NZQA qualifications or formal study;
and relevant experience. (See UC Calendar, Award
Regulations, CUP, Admission Requirements).
Delivery
In 2015, the CUP programme will be delivered in
partnership with Hagley College. The core course,
BRDG006 Academic Communication and Study
Skills, will be delivered by Hagley College on their
campus in the February and June intakes.
Classes are held Monday to Friday and are
normally scheduled between 9am – 6pm.
The courses are delivered through lectures,
tutorials, seminars, exercises and group tasks.
BRDG006 classes will be at Hagley campus on
Tuesdays and Fridays. Classes for all other courses
will be at University of Canterbury campus on
Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Most courses combine internal assessment and
a final exam. Some are fully internally assessed.
Examples of internal assessment include tests,
written assignments, oral presentations, and lab
or field trip reports.
The full time programme involves 17–23 hours of
classes per week plus approximately 24 hours of
self-directed learning. CUP courses are designed
for native English speakers or those with
equivalent fluency. Students from non-English
speaking backgrounds should discuss their
suitability for this programme with a University
Liaison Officer. Phone 03 364 2555 or
0800 827 748 for an appointment.
Please note that limited entry applies.
Applications close three weeks before the
start of each intake.
Suggested guidelines on CUP
course selection
Deciding on which CUP courses to
take will depend on which degree
you are thinking of studying
towards on completion of the CUP
programme. The following is a list
of recommended and optional*
courses based on each degree.
Bachelor of Engineering
with Honours
The Certificate in University
Preparation comprises four
courses, one of which must
be BRDG 006 Academic
Communication and Study Skills.
A fulltime workload is comprised
of four CUP courses.
BRDG 024 Physics
Bachelor of Arts
BRDG 006 Academic Communication and Study Skills
(compulsory CUP course)
Bachelor of Sport Coaching
BRDG 006 Academic Communication and Study Skills
(compulsory CUP course)
BRDG 011 Individuals in Society*
BRDG 017 Mathematics Part Two
BRDG 014 Teacher Education and Educational Studies
BRDG 019 Statistics: Probability, Distributions
and Inference
BRDG 018 Statistics: Data and Probability
BRDG 023 Chemistry
Bachelor of Laws/
Bachelor of Criminal Justice
BRDG 025 Biology
Bachelor of Teaching and
Learning (Early Childhood)
BRDG 006 Academic Communication and Study Skills
(compulsory CUP course)
BRDG 006 Academic Communication and
Study Skills (compulsory CUP course)
BRDG 011 Individuals in Society
BRDG 011 Individuals in Society
BRDG 018 Statistics: Data and Probability
BRDG 018 Statistics: Data and Probability
BRDG 035 Special Topic: Pacific Migration,
European Expansion and the Treaty of Waitangi
BRDG 034 Special Topic: Making the world a better
place: ideals and realities
BRDG 014 Teacher Education and Educational Studies
BRDG 006 Academic Communication and Study Skills
(compulsory CUP course)
BRDG 035 Special Topic: Pacific Migration,
European Expansion and the Treaty of Waitangi
Bachelor of Teaching and
Learning (Primary)
BRDG 011 Individuals in Society
Bachelor of Science
BRDG 006 Academic Communication and Study Skills
(compulsory CUP course)
BRDG 006 Academic Communication and
Study Skills (compulsory CUP course)
BRDG 011 Individuals in Society
BRDG 014 Teacher Education and Educational Studies
BRDG 018 Statistics: Data and Probability
BRDG 029 Economics
BRDG 034 Special Topic: Making the world a better
place: ideals and realities
BRDG 035 Special Topic: Pacific Migration,
European Expansion and the Treaty of Waitangi
BRDG 016 Mathematics Part One
BRDG 017 Mathematics Part Two
BRDG 019 Statistics: Probability, Distributions
and Inference
BRDG 023 Chemistry
Bachelor of Commerce
BRDG 024 Physics
BRDG 006 Academic Communication and Study Skills
(compulsory CUP course)
BRDG 029 Economics
BRDG 016 Mathematics Part One
BRDG 019 Statistics: Probability, Distributions
and Inference
BRDG 025 Biology
Bachelor of Social Work
BRDG 028 Accounting
BRDG 006 Academic Communication and Study Skills
(compulsory CUP course)
BRDG 029 Economics
BRDG 011 Individuals in Society
Bachelor of Education
(Physical Education)
BRDG 006 Academic Communication and Study Skills
(compulsory CUP course)
BRDG 011 Individuals in Society*
BRDG 014 Teacher Education and
Educational Studies
BRDG 018 Statistics: Data and Probability
BRDG 025 Biology
BRDG 014 Teacher Education and Educational Studies
BRDG 018 Statistics: Data and Probability
BRDG 019 Statistics: Probability, Distributions
and Inference
BRDG 035 Special Topic: Pacific Migration,
European Expansion and the Treaty of Waitangi
For more information
For full descriptions of all of the courses listed
above please visit www.canterbury.ac.nz/
bridging/cup/
BRDG 018 Statistics: Data and Probability
If you have questions about preparing for
university study, or would like course advice,
please contact the Liaison Office on 0800 827 748
or email liaison@canterbury.ac.nz
BRDG 034 Special Topic: Making the world a better
place: ideals and realities
Please note: All elective courses are subject to minimum
enrolment numbers.
BRDG 035 Special Topic: Pacific Migration,
European Expansion and the Treaty of Waitangi
Application form
Please indicate below which intake of CUP you wish to apply for:
February (16 Feb – 14 Jun 2015)
June (15 June – 25 Oct 2015) November (9 Nov 2015 – 7 Feb 2016)
Full programme delivered at the
University of Canterbury
Please indicate below which courses you wish to apply for:
Fulltime students must tick BRDG 006 plus three electives from the list below. All electives are subject to minimum enrolment numbers.
Core course (compulsory)
Elective courses (select three)
Course
February
June
November
BRDG 006 Academic Communication and Study Skills (CUP)
BRDG 011 Individuals in Society
BRDG 014 Teacher Education and Educational Studies
BRDG 016 Mathematics Part One*
BRDG 017 Mathematics Part Two
BRDG 018 Statistics: Data and Probability**
BRDG 019 Statistics: Probability, Distributions and Inference
BRDG 023 Chemistry (CUP)
BRDG 024 Physics
BRDG 025 Biology
BRDG 028 Accounting
BRDG 029 Economics
BRDG 034 Special Topic: Making the world a better place: ideals and realities ***
BRDG 035 Special Topic: Pacific Migration, European Expansion and the Treaty of Waitangi ****
*Restriction BRDG 018 **Restriction BRDG 016 ***Restriction BRDG 008, BRDG 010 ****Restriction BRDG 012, BRDG 013
Future plans
Which degree do you plan to study towards?
How did you hear about this programme?
Newspaper
Hagley
Personal statement (all applicants)
Please include a personal statement (not exceeding 250 words) outlining
your suitability for the CUP programme.
If you are under 20 years the day your chosen intake starts
You must attach the following documents:
NZQA Record of Achievement or other academic record
Website
UC LIaison
Friends/Family
Careers Advisor
Other (please specify):
Checklist
All sections of the application form completed
Four courses selected (for students wishing to study full time)
Certified copy of Birth Certificate or Passport
Academic Record
Personal statement
Signed: Citizenship verification
Date: We require the following documentation to be either posted or brought in
person to KE01, Kirkwood Village. You may bring original documents to
KE01, Kirkwood Village.
Please send this completed application form, personal
statement and any required documentation to:
New Zealand Citizens: A certified hard copy of either your NZ Birth
Certificate, or your Passport, or Citizenship Certificate.
NZ Permanent Residents: A certified hard copy of the biographical data
page of your passport which shows legal name and date of birth, as well
as the page showing NZ residence class visa.
Certificate in University Preparation
Bridging Programmes
University of Canterbury, Private Bag 4800, Christchurch 8140
Certificate in University Preparation
Application Form 2015
Please answer every question and please print clearly.
Name according to legal evidence of identity
Family name: Given name (s): Preferred name (if different to above):
Family name: Given name (s): Date of birth: Gender:
Male
Female
Citizenship
New Zealand citizen
Australian citizen
Other (please specify): Permanent resident (If not NZ or Australian citizen)
Ethnicity: Iwi (if NZ Māori): Contact details
Home address: :
Postcode: Home phone number: Mobile: Area Code/Number
Address while studying (if different from above): Phone while studying (if different from above): Email address: Educational background
Name of the last school attended: Final year of High School / formal study: Completion date: Highest educational qualification gained: First language
English
Other (please specify): NOTE: Courses in the Certificate in University Preparation are designed for native English speakers or those with equivalent fluency.
Students from non-English speaking backgrounds are advised to discuss their suitability for this course with a University Liaison Officer
(Phone 0800 103 109 for an appointment).
Have you previously enrolled at the University of Canterbury?
If so please state programme of study and year(s): Fees
The 2015 fee for the Certificate in University
Preparation is $696.25 per course. When
BRDG 006 is offered at Hagley, there is no fee
charged for that course.
Additional Compulsory Fees
Student Services Levy: $745 per annum.
Please note that students who enrol in the first
semester only (the February intake of CUP) and
do not continue with further study may apply for
a rebate of $372.50.
Students who enrol in second semester only (the
June or October intakes of CUP) pay only $372.50.
More information on fees can be found at
www.canterbury.ac.nz/enrol/fees/levy.shtml
Can I get a student allowance
or loan?
How do I gain the certificate?
To gain the Certificate in University Preparation
you must:
• complete required oral, practical and written work for each course
• pass three out of your four courses, one of which must be BRDG 006*
• gain a C average or higher across all
four courses.
*
Results from BRDG 006 will be added to your University of
Canterbury Academic Record on completion of the course.
This applies to the February and June intakes only.
Can CUP provide entry into
other educational institutions?
Students who intend to study at another
university or tertiary education provider need
to contact that institution to discuss their entry
requirements.
Can I study for the CUP
part-time?
While it is advisable to complete the CUP fulltime
in one semester, it is possible to study part-time.
Part-time students are strongly recommended
to take the core course BRDG 006 in their first
semester of study because it develops many of
the communication, research and study skills
necessary for successful university degree study.
Can I enrol in one paper?
Students who have university entrance are able to
enrol in one or more CUP courses as a Certificate
of Proficiency.
Students enrolled in the CUP may be eligible
for Student Loans and Allowances (subject to
Ministry of Education approval). To find out what
assistance you qualify for, contact Studylink free
on 0800 88 99 00 or visit their website:
www.studylink.govt.nz
How do I apply?
To apply for acceptance on the course you must
complete the attached CUP application form
and post it, with certified copies of all required
documentation to:
Certificate in University Preparation
Bridging Programmes
University of Canterbury
Private Bag 4800
Christchurch 8140
Please note that limited entry applies.
How to find out more…
To find out more about the Certificate in
University Preparation:
Freephone: 0800 VARSITY (827 748)
Email: bridgingprogrammes@canterbury.ac.nz
Visit: www.canterbury.ac.nz/bridging/cup
For course advice or to speak to a Liaison Officer,
including the Māori or Pacific Liaison Officers:
Freephone: 0800 827 748
Email: liaison@canterbury.ac.nz