In the first trimester you must take:

• FNDN 001 Academic Writing

and choose two electives from:

• FNDN003 Commerce & Economics
• FNDN004 Politics & Government
• FNDN005 Modern New Zealand Literature
• FNDN006 Statistics
• FNDN025 Modern History

In the second trimester you must take:

• FNDN 011 Research and Writing

and choose two electives from:

• FNDN003 Commerce & Economics
• FNDN004 Politics & Government
• FNDN005 Modern New Zealand Literature
• FNDN006 Statistics
• FNDN020 Computing Technologies
• FNDN021 Accounting
• FNDN022 Physical Science
• FNDN023 Mathematics
• FNDN024 Design
• FNDN025 Modern History
• FNDN029 Biological Science

(Note that your programme must include one of FNDN 004, 005, 025. These can be taken in either your first or second trimester.)

This intensive core course is for ESOL students who wish to study at university, and covers: reading and listening to complex information; how to be active in discussions; expressing complex ideas through speech and writing; formal presentation; note-taking; critical thinking; writing and research; ethical study practices; using the library; and managing your personal time.

An introduction to economic theory and to analytical techniques used in modern economics as a preparation for studies in economics and commerce at first-year university level. The course is made up of theoretical and practical applications including analysis and problem solving, with an emphasis on the New Zealand economy.

This course provides a structured analysis of national and international political systems and their evolution. Illustrations of political organisations and processes will include historical and contemporary New Zealand.

This course has two main purposes. One is to introduce you to New Zealand culture and society through the study of New Zealand literature. The other is to further develop your English language skills through a study of poetry, the novel and the short story.

A general introduction to the study of algebra and statistics in English. This course is relevant to further studies in Statistics, Commerce, Social Sciences, Biological Sciences, and other courses where an understanding of statistics is required.

This course introduces the basic research techniques needed for university study. It includes using core search tools to find, evaluate and use academic information. Students will listen to authentic lectures, read university texts and learn how to write reports based on their own research.

This course provides you with the skills required for undergraduate study in Computer Science and related disciplines. You will work with some specialised applications, undertake web page development and learn basic programming.

An introduction to the general concepts, terminology and methodology used in accounting to prepare you for studies at first year university level. Areas covered include: accounting principles, language and reports; recording and reporting in an accounting system; recording transactions; budgeting for decision making.

An introductory course in physics and chemistry, with a focus on laboratory work, the language of science in English and scientific processes. The course prepares you for further study in a wide range of university physical science courses.

A course in the mathematical skills required for entry into university-level study of business, science and technology, including the concepts and principles of mathematics relevant to these areas. Students will continue their study of algebra, calculus and statistics and become familiar with the language of mathematics in English. Applications and problem solving will be emphasised.

An introduction to existing procedures and practices which underlie the making of art and design and the practice and extension of these in individual performance.

Topics include graphic design and illustration, environmental or structural design, design for packaging, calligraphy, designs for the theatre and computer graphics.

This course provides an introduction to key themes in New Zealand's recent social, political and economic history, setting these in an international perspective. Topics covered include the great depression and the impact of wars in which New Zealand participated; changes in labour force participation and concepts of family and household; biculturalism and the Treaty of Waitangi; immigration and multiculturalism; New Zealand's place in the international economy and its relations with Australia, Britain and Asia; the local and international origins of popular culture.

An introductory course in biology and chemistry, with a focus on laboratory work, the language of science in English and scientific processes. This course prepares you for a wide range of university biological and biomedical science courses.