Overseas qualifications
If your highest qualification was gained outside New Zealand, view our international entry requirements .
New Zealand secondary school qualifications
You are guaranteed entry to this programme if you meet these requirements.
- First, you must meet the University Entrance (UE) standard.
- You must also meet the rank score for this programme. Not sure about your rank score? Use our rank score calculator.
- You may need to have studied certain subjects or achieved credits in particular subjects.
- Some programmes have additional requirements, such as an interview, portfolio or references.
Guaranteed rank score, subject and other requirements
If your rank score is slightly lower than the guaranteed score, we encourage you to still apply. We will consider your application if places are available. If you don’t meet the requirements, you may be able to apply under our Undergraduate Targeted Admission Schemes.
Qualification and Score required
NCEA - 265
- 17 external Level 3 credits in Calculus
- 16 external Level 3 credits in Physics
CIE - 320
- Mathematics and Physics at A Levels
IB - 34
- Mathematics and Physics at HL Level
New Zealand tertiary qualifications
You can transfer from another tertiary institution, or another University of Auckland qualification, if you meet these requirements.
Guaranteed grade requirements
These are the grades required for guaranteed entry to this programme. If your grades are slightly lower, we encourage you to still apply. We will consider your application if places are available.
Grade required (in the previous year of full-time study)
5.5 Grade Point average Calculate your Grade Point Average
5.5 Grade Point equivalent Calculate your Grade Point Equivalent
Further requirements
Selection into the BA/BMus programme will be based on the strength of your application portfolio for your selected major. All applicants must submit a statement of musical background and a referee’s report.