Certificate of Proficiency COP
Mixed Studies
A course by
University of Auckland
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.
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.

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

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


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