New Zealand Certificate in Agriculture
EIT
Subject area
Animal Husbandry
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
Total student fees
$6,778
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the pastoral farming sector with individuals who have the skills and knowledge to take responsibility for the day-to-day operational management of a pastoral or arable farming production system. The qualification includes strands that enable people to specialise in a particular area within the farming industry.
This qualification is targeted at people who are experienced workers in the agriculture industry and are looking to move into, or are at, a management level position in an agricultural production enterprise.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Academic requirements NCEA level 2 or;. A qualification at Level 2 or above or; Evidence of relevant knowledge and experience in a farming environment, 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). English language requirements NZCEL Level 4 with the academic endorsement; or IELTS 5.5 with no band score lower than 5; or completion of accepted international equivalents.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$6,778 | $6,778 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$10,477 | $10,477 |
| Total | $17,255 | $17,255 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
100%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | N/A |
| Earnings range | N/A |
| In employment | N/A |
| In further study | N/A |
| On a benefit | N/A |
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 225 5348
Phone: (06) 974 8000
Fax: (06) 974 8905
Email: info@eit.ac.nz
Web: http://www.eit.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.
NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.
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