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
- Assessment 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.
