These refer to the different levels at which papers are taught and are usually associated with years of study. First year (100 level) papers are more general while fourth year (400 level) papers are m [..]

This is a first degree. It is sometimes also called an undergraduate degree. It takes a minimum of three or four years of study to complete.

The University’s official record of rules and regulations, staff, papers, dates, etc. It is available online at http://calendar.waikato.ac.nz

The grounds and buildings of the University are known as the campus.

This is a special programme in which you study for two Bachelors degrees at the same time, e.g. BA/LLB (Arts and Law). Some universities call this a double degree.

An academic unit within a School of Studies/Faculty that is responsible for teaching a particular subject e.g. Chemistry Department.

This relates directly to points –120 points equate to one EFTS. StudyLink uses this information.

These are papers from outside your major which you choose. An elective can be from almost any subject taught within the University.

The Faculties/Schools of Studies represent a broad division of learning within the University. Each consists of a number of different departments.

A person who has been awarded a university degree.