University Foundation Pathway Visa programme

Your Pathway: English → University Foundation → Bachelor’s

Pathway Visa Course 1	Pathway Visa Course 2	Pathway Visa Course 3
ENGLISH	FOUNDATION	UNIVERSITY
General English CEFR IELTS CEFR IELTS Advanced C1 6.0 – 7.5 Upper Intermediate B2 5.0 – 6.0 Intermediate 2 B1+ 4.5 – 5.0 Intermediate 1 B1 4.0 – 4.5 Pre-Intermediate A2 Elementary A1 Beginner Pre CEFR	The University of Auckland Certificate in Foundation Studies (Level 3) Auckland University of Technology (AUT) Certificate in Foundation Studies (Level 3) Victoria University of Wellington Foundation Studies Programme (Level 3) For the entry, students can take the UP English Language Test (UPELT). By passing the UPELT exam, students can be exempted from the language requirement. English requirements guideline: ・6 months course: IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 in all bands) ・8 – 9 months course: IELTS 5.5 (min 5.0 in all bands) ・12 months course: IELTS 5.0 (min 4.5 in all bands)	University of Auckland Popular for: Engineering, Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, Pharmacy, Commerce, ScienceAuckland University of Technology (AUT) Popular for: Communication studies, computer & Information Sciences, International Hospitality Management, Health Science Victoria University of Wellington Popular for: Architectural Studies, Science in Geography/Geophysics, Laws, Arts in Psychology, Global Studies

Package Deal

• FREE enrolment fee at NZLC if enrol 24 weeks or more.
• FREE UP English Language Test (UPELT) (Up to two time).

Enrolment Procedures and Conditions

• Offer valid for enrolments in a minimum 24-week full-time course at NZLC until 31 July 2026, with courses commencing no later than 31 December 2026.
• For Pathway Visa schedule planning, please take the NZLC Online Placement Test before enrolment.
• Please mention “Pathway Visa Package” under “Promotion” on the enrolment form.

Why take Pathway Student Visa?

• You can study up to 3 consecutive courses on a single visa for up to 5 years, paying ONLY ONE visa fee.