Individual Paper Credit

Mixed Studies

Enrol in an Individual Paper Credit at the University of Waikato and study individual papers from any area of the university without enrolling in a formal qualification.

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This course starts anytime

(120 Credits)


It will take a total of 1 year

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Academic achievement in chosen papers

Complete individual university-level papers for academic credit and official results.

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Pathway to further study

Potential to credit completed papers toward a future qualification at the University of Waikato.

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Flexible study options

Study topics of interest from any area of the university without enrolling in a degree.

What You're Signing Up For

The Individual Paper Credit (IPC) option at the University of Waikato enables students to study one or several papers without enrolling in a particular qualification. This is ideal for students who wish to upskill in a certain area, study for interest, or gain credits for transfer to another institution. IPC enrolments are available in all areas, subject to approval and specific paper prerequisites.

Course Content

  • Enrolment in individual papers across all areas of the university
  • No requirement to commit to a full qualification
  • Papers can be taken for personal interest or for credit transfer to other institutions
  • Approval required from Dean or Head of School of the relevant area
  • Meet all requirements specified in the paper prescription and outline

What you need to know first

Enrolment is subject to approval by the Dean or Head of School for the chosen paper

Must meet any requirements specified in the paper's prescription and paper outline