Intakes and fees

Applying for the AUT Certificate in Foundation Studies is simple. You can apply in person at our UP International College New Zealand Auckland campus, online, or by submitting a completed hard copy application form via email or post.

Our programmes

AUT Certificate in Foundation Studies

The programme takes 6 to 12 months to complete, depending on academic background and English level.

Foundation Connect

This six-month extension programme provides targeted preparation for Foundation Studies.

Pathways Link

This one-year programme offers successful students entry into AUT Foundation Studies.

2026 start dates (incl. orientation)

The dates below include the on-campus orientation, which all students are required to attend.

  • 27 January
  • 20 April
  • 13 July
  • 28 September

2026 term dates

  • February intake: 2 February – 10 April
  • April intake: 28 April – 26 June
  • July intake: 20 July – 18 September
  • October intake: 5 October – 11 December

2026 tuition fees

Duration: 6 months (2 terms)

English level: IELTS 6.0 (a minimum of 5.0 in all bands)

Tuition fee: NZ$21,525

Resource fee: NZ$1,100

Duration: 8-9 months (3 terms)

English level: IELTS 5.5 (a minimum of 5.0 in all bands)

Tuition fee: NZ$26,775

Resource fee: NZ$1,100

Duration: 12 months (4 terms)

English level: IELTS 5.0 (a minimum of 4.5 in all bands)

Tuition fee: NZ$34,440

Resource fee: NZ$1,100

Duration: 6 months (2 terms)

English level: IELTS 4.5 (a minimum of 4.0 in all bands)

Tuition fee: NZ$18,533

Resource fee: NZ$1,400

Duration: 12 months (4 terms)

English level: IELTS 4.5 (a minimum of 4.0 in all bands)

Tuition fee: NZ$35,438

Resource fee: NZ$2,300

Additional fees (if applicable)

  • Enrolment fee: NZ$550
  • Exam fee: NZ$500
  • Medical and travel insurance (12 months)**: NZ$925

*Students starting with Foundation Connect / Pathways Link Programme will pay the Enrolment and Exam fees once and will not be charged again upon progression to Foundation.

**International students must have comprehensive medical and travel insurance while in New Zealand. Enrolled international students will be charged Allianz’s Studentsafe Inbound Learners insurance premium when enrolment is completed.

International student support and accommodation fees