Applicants must:

• Be 16 years of age at the time the programme commences.
• Be physically able to complete the programme specific outcomes.
• Have attained 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 this case the applicant may be required to participate in an enrolment interview with the purpose of verifying the evidence.

Special Entry

In exceptional circumstances an applicant who does not meet the academic entry requirements may be granted entry to the NZ Certificate in Apiculture [Level 3], where they supply evidence to satisfy the Programme Coordinator of their ability to succeed on programme.

English Language Entry Requirement

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.

You may already have some knowledge or skills that can be recognized as part of your intended study. This may take a number of different forms including study at a private training establishment, workplace training, other tertiary study, life experiences or voluntary work.

If you think you may qualify, you may want to apply for Cross Credit (CC) or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

• CC is based on the equivalency of courses or qualifications. You would apply for CC if you have passed a very similar course at the same level.
• RPL is based on the assessment of your current knowledge and skills. You would apply for RPL if you had gained the relevant knowledge and skills through life experiences and informal learning situations.

You will be asked to provide details of anything that you would like considered as credit toward your intended programme of study, as part of your application.

Applications for CC and RPL for a course should be made prior to enrolment in that course and no later than two weeks after the start of the course.

Transfers/Cross Credit

There is no previous EIT programme which leads directly to the NZ Certificate in Apiculture [Level 3] qualification, however EIT’s Cross Credit/Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning Policies and Procedures may apply to applicants who wish to apply for recognition of credit/credit transfer.

For further information and enquiries about CC and RPL please contact Diana Morris, the School of Primary Industries Secretary, on 06 830 1057.

Please note: Fees are not transferable between institutes.