Certificate of Proficiency COP

Mixed Studies

The Certificate of Proficiency (COP) allows you to take one or two University of Auckland courses of your choice without committing to a full programme, for interest, professional development, or to meet specific requirements.

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Blended study

This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions

Available in 8 locations

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Personalised study plans

Design your own study experience by enrolling in courses across a wide range of disciplines without being bound to a formal qualification.

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Supplement or broaden knowledge

Address gaps, meet academic progression requirements, or explore new academic interests.

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Transfer credits

Reassign points from COP courses towards a formal qualification if desired.

What You're Signing Up For

The Certificate of Proficiency provides students with the flexibility to enrol in a small number of courses at the University of Auckland for reasons such as supplementing existing knowledge, satisfying major requirements, exploring new subjects, or as a visiting student from another institution. Credits earned may later be transferred to a full qualification, and the COP does not require completion of a full programme.

Course Content

  • Enrol in one or two University of Auckland courses
  • Supplement knowledge or meet major requirements
  • Study areas of personal or professional interest
  • Option for students from other tertiary institutions to take Auckland courses
  • Potential to transfer points to a later qualification
  • Support from academic advisers
  • Requirement to complete a General Education course (in most cases)
  • Academic English Language Requirement awareness

What you need to know first

Meet academic entry requirements for the chosen courses.

Compliance with the University of Auckland Academic English Language Requirement.

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  • May support career development through additional knowledge or credits

  • May meet prerequisites for other formal study or professional programmes