Applicants are required to have the following:

• NCEA Level 1, or
• A qualification at Level 1 or above, with evidence of literacy and numeracy abilities equivalent to NCEA (Level 1), or
• Evidence of relevant knowledge and experience, including literacy and numeracy abilities equivalent to NCEA (Level 1).

In the latter two situations you may be required to participate in an enrolment interview with the purpose of verifying the evidence.

In exceptional circumstances those who do not meet the academic entry requirements may be granted entry to the NZ Certificate in Horticulture (Fruit Production strand) (Level 3)] where they supply evidence to satisfy the Head of School of their ability to succeed on the programme.

Applicants are required to be:

• 16 years of age at the time the programme commences
• Physically able to complete the programme specific outcomes

Applicants for whom English is not their first language must have an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to enrolment in the programme. Ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply); completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English language (Level 3 with any endorsement); approved scores on IELTS tests (academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5); or completion of accepted international equivalents.