IELTS (Academic): minimum overall score of 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5; or,
TOEFL: minimum overall score of 80 (internet-based test); or,
Pearson Test of English: minimum score of 50 (with a 'Communicative score' of not less than 42); or,
EAP: minimum final scores of 4,4,4,3; or,
C1 Advanced (Previously - Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)) or C2 Proficiency (Previously – Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)) with a score of 169 or higher, with each skill score no less than 162.; or,
New Zealand Certificates in English Language (NZCEL): Level 4 (Academic); or,
NZAPA: English New Zealand Accredited Pathway Assessment Level 2 (with no skill lower than Level 1)
If you're interested in a career in the world of commerce and want expertise in business and the business of government then the Bachelor of Commerce is the degree for you.
You'll get a strong foundation in private business and public administration and gain skills in communication, teamwork, and leadership. In the BCom, you'll develop your critical and creative thinking, as well as an understanding of how different cultures do business.
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First year
In your first year, you'll be encouraged to take as many of the core courses as possible. These courses include Accounting, Information Systems, Statistics and Marketing. You'll also be introduced to the principles of Management and Microeconomics.
It's a good idea to take the Government, Law, and Business course (FCOM 111) in your first year as it covers referencing and writing skills that are useful in other courses.
It's possible to do two majors in your BCom, but be careful to take courses that meet the requirements of both majors.
First-year courses are normally taught at our Kelburn campus.
Second year
This is the year you start to get down to the detail of your chosen major. You'll delve into the issues and gain skills through research and real-world projects.
Third year
At the end of year three of your Bachelor of Commerce, you'll know your chosen major inside out. Graduate university skilled and ready to embark on a successful career—in New Zealand or beyond.
Health Insurance: 600 per year
