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The Code of Practice protects domestic tertiary and all international learners studying in New Zealand
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Learn about the subjects, awards and alternative pathways that can help shape your future
Learn moreYour guide to NCEA
The Guide to NCEA explains how to achieve NCEA and how you're assessed.
It also covers Literacy and Numeracy and Te Reo Matatini me te Pāngarau requirements, Scholarships, endorsements and more.
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Our chatbot Awhina helps people find important information, and in April 2025, we began rolling out an upgrade to Awhina using generative AI.
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Review of Early Learning qualifications levels 2-6
Māori Qualifications Services is reviewing the current suite of Early Learning qualifications.
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Celebrating 10 years of the Ringa Toi student exhibition
The Ringa Toi Student Exhibition has opened at Te Papa in Wellington, celebrating its tenth year showcasing Toi Māori and Pacific artwork.
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