INTAKES
AND FEES
Applying for the AUT in Foundation Studies is simple. Applications can be made in person at our UP International College Auckland campus, online, or by filling out a hard copy application form and emailing or posting it to us.

Intakes
The AUT Certificate in Foundation Studies takes 6 to 18 months (two to six terms) to complete, depending on the student’s academic background and level of English. These start dates include Orientation, which students must attend.
2023 Start date (incl. Orientation)
Online Orientation (for all students)
- Wednesday, 26 April
- Wednesday, 12 July
- Wednesday, 4 October
On Campus Orientation Day
- Monday, 24 April
- Tuesday, 11 July
- Tuesday, 3 October
Course | Duration | English Level | Tuition Fees (NZD) |
---|---|---|---|
Fast Track | 6 months (2 terms) | IELTS 6.0 (a minimum of 5.0 in all bands) | $18,750 |
Standard | 8/9 months (3 terms) | IELTS 5.5 (a minimum of 5.0 in all bands) | $23,250 |
Standard Plus | 12 months (4 terms) | IELTS 5.0 (a minimum of 4.5 in all bands) | $29,900 |
Foundation Connect* | 6 months (2 terms) | IELTS 4.5 (a minimum of 4.0 in all bands) | $15,990 |
Additional fees (if applicaple)
Application fee: $400 NZD
Exam fee: $350 NZD
Resouce fee: $800 NZD
*Students starting with Foundation Connect will pay the Resource, Application 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.