Entry Requirements

Academic Entry Requirements

The academic entry requirement for the NZDipECE&C is one of the following:

• NCEA Level 3 (as defined by the NZQA), or equivalent (for international applicants not schooled in New Zealand); or
• New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education [Level 4]; or
• New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation [Level 4].
• For applicants under the age of 20 years at the beginning of the academic year, who do not have NCEA Level 3 or equivalent, entry may be considered on a case-by-case at the discretion of EIT.
• For applicants over the age of 20 years at the beginning of the academic year, evidence of the potential to succeed in tertiary study at degree level, including demonstrated literacy and numeracy competence equivalent to that required for NCEA Level 3.

Additional Requirements

• All applicants must be over the age of 17 years at the beginning of the academic year.
• In support of their application, all applicants must supply a CV that includes a detailed account of their educational background, evidence of a commitment to the education of mokopuna, experience with children and an openness to learning.
• Applicants must authorise EIT to obtain a background check from the NZ Police Licensing and Vetting Agency Early Childhood Education and Care Setting Requirements.

Early Childhood Education and Care Setting Requirements

Prior to the beginning of the academic year to undertake field-based teacher education all enrolled student teachers must:

• Be working (employed or non-employed) for a minimum of 12 hours a week in a licensed early childhood setting, during the EIT term.
• Be supported at the setting by a qualified mentor teacher who is registered and holds a current full practicing certificate. Please Note: The Memorandum of Agreement between the setting and EIT must be signed by the setting and returned prior to commencement of the programme. As necessary, two copies of the Terms of Reference document for non-employed student teachers needs to be signed by the setting and student teacher prior to commencement of the programme. The setting keeps one copy, and the other is returned prior to commencement of the programme.
• Meet the requirements of the Children’s Act (2014), CA letter must be sighted by the setting and signed by student teacher.

Internal Selection Process

Entry to the programme may be limited by the number of places available.

Upon the application satisfying “eligibility to apply” requirements, applicants are then required to participate in an internal selection process.

Interviews will be conducted in conjunction with applicants for the Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education) and include both a group and individual interview.

Selection decisions are based on the applicant’s submitted documents, a pass in the literacy assessment and their performance in the interview process.

Entry with Credit

There is provision for both Cross Credit (CC) and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

For further information and enquiries about CC and RPL please contact Tania Du Plessis, on 06 830 1032.

This qualification has been approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority.

This programme leads to the award of a nationally approved qualification and may be delivered at a number of other tertiary institutes around New Zealand. If you were to transfer to one of those other institutes you may be granted academic credit for some of the papers completed but this is at the discretion of the other institute.

Please note: Fees are not transferable between institutes.

How to Apply

Ready to apply? It’s easy!

Complete and sign our international student application form at eit.ac.nz/apply-online-international/

• Indicate which programme you intend to study.
• Attach a verified copy of your birth certificate or passport to use as identification.
• Remember to include all other supporting documents.
• We will assess your application and let you know the outcome as soon as possible, usually within three to five working days.

On-campus study in New Zealand

Step 1 – Pay your fees

• After submitting your application, you will receive an Offer of Place letter by email with details of your tuition and other fees payable.
  Please note: If you have applied using the services of an agent, a copy of this information will also be sent to your agent.
• Pay your fees and apply for your student visa.
• We will send you a receipt, which you will need when you apply for your student visa.

We recommend you apply at least 12 weeks before your intended start date. You can apply online at www.immigration.govt.nz
If you have any questions about the process, contact your agent or email visas@eit.ac.nz

Step 2 – Prepare to come to New Zealand

Book your flights

When your student visa is approved, book your flights and ensure you meet all government-mandated entry requirements to come to New Zealand. Check the Immigration New Zealand website for the most up-to-date information.

Organise your accommodation

If you haven’t already organised your accommodation, you should now decide which of the accommodation options is most suitable for you. You can find our more about our EIT accommodation options here.

Step 3 – Connect with us

• Be sure to complete and submit the arrival form sent to you by the International Student Support Officer.
• Your International Student Support Officer will contact you prior to the start of your programme to let you know what you need to do and keep you up to date on what to expect when you arrive.

Online study

Step 1 – Enrol

• After submitting your application, you will receive your acceptance into the programme by email alongside instructions on how to enrol.
• Complete and sign the enrolment form provided to you by our Admissions Team and send it back to internationalapplications@eit.ac.nz
  Please note: If you have applied using the services of an agent, a copy of this information will also be sent to your agent.

Step 2 – Choose your courses and pay your Fees

• Your course selection form will be sent to you by our team.
• After completing your course selection form, you will be sent an invoice. You can then pay your fees by bank transfer to EIT’s account. Full account details and payment information will be provided on your invoice.

Step 3 – Connect with us

Your International Student Support Officer will contact you after you enrol to keep you up-to-date with anything you need to know, including details about your Orientation, where you will meet your classmates and all about studying at EIT.

Whether you join us on-campus or online, we welcome you to the EIT student community!

If you need any help you can contact our friendly staff at international@eit.ac.nz