Bay of Plenty Polytechnic course gives students direction in tertiary study

A unique Bay of Plenty Polytechnic course offers the opportunity to become tertiary ready. Te Timatanga - Certificate in Tertiary Study, is a Level 2 programme that is designed to equip students of all ages with the confidence, skills and knowledge to successfully undertake further study at a tertiary level.

Group Leader Tania Mullane says the Certificate in Tertiary Study is a bridging programme designed to explore what each student is capable of and to help them get moving in the right direction. “Students study a variety of content, learn in a very supported environment and have the opportunity to identify where their strengths and future study and career interests lie.”

“Throughout the programme students will learn tools for academic study such as writing clearly, thinking critically and basic maths through to computing, future study and career planning, personal development and health and lifestyle choices.”

“Students will also gain an understanding of Te Ao Māori - Māori culture and language and to have an awareness of the diversity in others,” says Tania.  A comprehensive First Aid certificate is also gained in this programme.

“This programme is ideal for all kinds of people – those who haven’t studied for some time, those who didn’t finish school or those that don’t meet the entry criteria for higher level study at certificate or diploma level.”

The 17 week course begins July 16. Bay of Plenty Polytechnic is still taking enrolments but places are filling fast - so if you’re thinking about study, don’t delay!