What is NCEA?

Gaining NCEA Level 1, 2 or 3

New Zealand Certificate of Educational Achievement.

In year 11 - 13 our students study towards a relevant level 1, 2 or 3 NCEA Qualification. These levels are not age or year level specific, for example a student can complete NCEA Level 2 in Year 13, having not completed NCEA Level 1. However the Level 1, Literacy and numeracy requirements must be met by all students to achieve any NCEA qualifications. These level 1 literacy (10 credits) and level 1 numeracy (10 credits) can be gained by numerous courses we have on offer.

University Entrance

Additionally, we encourage all students to gain the UE qualification even if they are not necessarily wishing to attend a New Zealand University right away.

University Entrance (UE) is the minimum requirement for getting int o a New Zealand university. Many universities and other tertiary providers have further programme entry requirements so you will need to check with them as well.

To gain University Entrance for 2021 you need:

  • NCEA Level 3

  • Three university approved subjects at Level 3 with 14 credits in each subject.

  • Literacy: 10 credits at Level 2 or above (5 credits in reading, 5 in writing)

  • Numeracy - 10 credits at Level 1 or above

Go to www.nzqa.govt.nz/ue or ask your teachers for further information.