It is important that students and their parents know exactly what University Entrance actually is and what students require to gain it. This article should cover some of the FAQ's about UE.

University Entrance (UE) is the minimum requirement to go to a New Zealand University. To qualify you will need:

NCEA Level 3
Three subjects - at Level 3, made up of:

• 14 credits each, in three approved subjects
  

Literacy - 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of:

• 5 credits in reading
  
• 5 credits in writing

Numeracy - 10 credits at Level 1 or above, made up of:

• achievement standards – specified achievement standards available through a range of subjects, or
  
• unit standards - package of three numeracy unit standards (26623, 26626, 26627- all three required).
  

Note: UE is also required to enter Level 7 - Bachelor level courses at NZ Polytechnics.