Entry for New Zealand secondary school students

Get a head-start on your future with an early offer from Bond

If you are currently completing secondary school in New Zealand, apply with your latest School Results Summary and receive an offer to study at Bond before you complete your studies.

On this page, you’ll find everything you need to know about applying for an early offer.

How it works

Bond’s early offer initiative is designed to simplify your transition from high school to university.

Students completing the New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA)

Eligibility

If you are completing NCEA, to be eligible for an early offer to Bond you need to have achieved University Entrance standard and obtained the following:

NCEA Level 3
Three approved subjects: 14 credits per approved subject at Level 3
Literacy requirement: 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing
Numeracy requirement: 10 credits at Level 1 or above, made up of achievement standards in a range of subjects, or all three numeracy standards

Assessment of scores

We will assess your application based on your best 80 credits at NCEA Level 3. These credits are weighted by the level of achievement (Excellence, Merit, Achieved).

Excellence: 4 points per credit
Merit: 3 points per credit
Achieved: 2 points per credit

Rank score calculation

Your rank score is calculated using your best 80 credits across a maximum of five approved subjects. This score determines your eligibility for your chosen program.

Your offer

Based on your predicted score, you will be assessed against the admission requirements for your chosen program and intake (January, May, or September).

You must also meet any prerequisite requirements for your chosen program, which may include completing specific subjects or gaining a minimum number of credits in specific subjects.

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Receiving an early offer to Bond

1. Complete your application

The first step is to apply directly with us. Complete our simple, free online application using your latest School Results Summary, downloaded from your MyNZQA portal.

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2. Leave it with us to assess

We will assess your application and grades against the minimum entry requirements for Bond’s undergraduate programs. Please note that our Medical Program does not qualify for direct entry.

3. Receive an offer

If you meet the entry requirements for an undergraduate degree or some of our diplomas at Bond, you will receive an offer. This offer may be conditional on meeting any subject prerequisite requirements for your program.

4. Accept your offer

If your offer is unconditional, all you need to do is accept your offer. Congratulations, you're a Bondy!

What secondary school grades do I need to achieve for an offer?

Bond acknowledges that schools in New Zealand offer various high school curricula, including NCEA, the International Baccalaureate (IB), and GCE Advanced Level (A-Levels).

The table below outlines the entry scores required for NCEA, IB, and A-Levels for some of our programs at Bond:

Program	Equivalent ATAR (Australian Year 12 tertiary admission ranking)	NCEA rank score	Predicted International Baccalaureate (IB)	International Baccalaureate (IB)	GCE Advanced Level (A Level) - 3A levels**
Bachelor of Actuarial Science Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Actuarial Science	90	260	34	32	12.0
Bachelor of Laws Bachelor of Laws combined degrees	83	240	32	30	10.0
Bachelor of Biomedical Science Bachelor of Business Law Bachelor of Jurisprudence	80	200	30	28	8.0
Bachelor of Design in Architecture	75	180	28	26	7.0
Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology Bachelor of Policy, Philosophy and Economics Bachelor of Enterprise Artificial Intelligence Bachelor of Data Analytics	70	170	27	25	6.0
All other undergraduate programs not listed above	65	160	26	24	5.0

**Aggregate of best three (3) A Levels (can substitute max 2 AS Levels for 1 A Level if different subjects studied). Calculation A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1

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Frequently asked questions

I’m currently in Year 13 completing the NCEA. What documents do I need to supply to apply for an undergraduate program at Bond University?

To apply, you will need to complete our online application form and upload your School Results Summary. You can download your results summary from NZQA or from your school at any time.

Can I gain admission to any Bond program through this pathway, or are some programs excluded?

Bond’s Medical Program is excluded, as well as all diplomas except for the Diploma of Legal Studies.

Learn more about the application process for the Bond Medical Program.

Are subject prerequisites still required?

Where prerequisites are required for admission to a program, the offer will also be conditional on passing the required equivalent prerequisites.

What if I don’t meet the requirements for my chosen program?

If you don't meet the guaranteed offer threshold for your chosen bachelor's degree or eligible diploma, you can still be issued a conditional offer. Admission to your program will be conditional on your final results. If you are unsure about meeting entry requirements, contact us to discuss your study options.

Do I still need to complete Year 13?

Yes. You must still complete Year 13 before starting at Bond.

I have received an offer for my chosen program. Can I defer my offer for a year?

If you choose to defer to a later semester, your offer will be based on your final Year 13 results. If your final results do not meet entry requirements for your selected bachelor’s degree or diploma, you may be offered a place in a diploma or our Diploma Preparation Program.

I have already completed Year 13. How will I be assessed?

If you have completed Year 13 and have not undertaken any post-secondary studies in the last two years, you will be considered for admission on the basis of your high school results and assessed against your chosen program's admission requirements.

Will Bond provide me with academic assistance once I start university?

Bond offers an unparalleled personalised learning experience and an extensive array of individual support services. Studying in small class sizes, Bond students have direct access to their academics. Students also have access to a range of services including the Academic Skills Centre, the Career Development Centre and more.

How many programs can I apply for?

You can only apply for one program or combined program at a time. If you wish to change your program after submitting your application, please contact us.

Am I a domestic or international student?

You are a domestic student if you are:

an Australian citizen
an Australian Permanent Resident (visa status)
a New Zealand citizen

You are an international student if you are:

a Temporary Resident (visa status) of Australia,
a Permanent Resident (visa status) of New Zealand
a Resident or Citizen of any other country

Are there funding options available?

Fee Help is available to New Zealand Special Category Visa (SCV) holders only. To discover further information regarding funding for non-Australian citizens, click here.