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Entry recommendations for recent school leavers

Starting a science degree

A guide for recent school leavers who intend to take mathematics courses as part of a science degree.

Do you have 24 credits in NCEA Level 3 Maths with Calculus, with Excellence in most standards?	YES →	Contact the Department of Mathematics and Statistics to discuss direct entry into MATH 103.
NO ↓
Do you have at least 18 credits in NCEA Level 3 Maths with Calculus, including differentiation and integration?	YES →	Suggested course: MATH 102.
NO ↓
Do you have some credits in NCEA Level 3 Maths with Calculus or Level 3 Statistics and Modelling?	YES →	Suggested course: MATH 101.
NO ↓
Do you have at least 16 credits in NCEA Level 2 Mathematics, including calculus?	YES →	Suggested course: MATH 101.
NO ↓
If you do not meet the equivalent of any of the above conditions consider an appropriate Bridging Programme or achieving the recommended NCEA credits outlined above.