The Discretionary Entrance Regulations were published in July 2002 and came into force in 2003. They provide a route to university study for students who have not continued secondary education beyond Year 12. The chief features of the regulations are as follows:
- They apply only to New Zealand or Australian citizens and permanent residents under 20 years of age.
- Applicants must have a minimum of 14 credits in an approved subject at Level 2 towards NCEA.
- Applicants must also have met the literacy and numeracy standards required for University Entrance.
- Application must be made to the university of choice and a fee may be payable.
- A reference from a school principal or other suitable person is required and there may be an interview.
- Students who have undertaken Year 13 study beyond 1 June in any year are ineligible to apply in the same year but may be considered for mid-year admission in the following year.
A copy of the regulations may be downloaded here (PDF, 98 KB).