University Entrance (UE)

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University Entrance Requirements: UE          

NCEA Level 3 - 60 credits at Level 3 or above plus 10 Literacy credits and 10 Numeracy credits

  • 14 credits at Level 3 in each of three University approved subjects
  • UE Literacy = 10 credits (5 in reading & 5 in writing) at Level 2 or higher from specified Achievement Standards
  • UE Numeracy = 10 credits at Level 1 or higher from specified Achievement Standards

Note:  In addition to achieving University Entrance, most universities require further entry criteria to be met. This information is available on the university website or prospectus.


UE Approved Level 3 Courses at KBHS

AccountingDigital TechnologiesMusic
Art Design  DramaPhysical Education
Art PaintingEconomicsPhysics
Art PhotographyEnglishSamoan
BiologyGeographyScience
CalculusHistoryStatistics
ChemistryMathematicsTe Reo Māori




Non UE Approved Level 3 Courses at KBHS

Building & ConstructionGatewayServices Academy
Financial SkillsPolice AcademyRecreation
Tourism