FAQs
Getting NZ qualification documents. You can download or order official documents from the NZQA Learner Login. You may need to get other documents from your school or tertiary provider.
How do I find my NZQA qualifications? ›
Any time you gain a qualification or standard listed on the National Qualifications and Credentials Framework this is recorded under your NSN. If you know your NSN, you can use the MyNZQA learner portal to see all standards and national qualifications you have achieved.
How do I view papers on NZQA? ›
Find your marked exams online
If you are a student sitting NCEA end-of-year exams, you can log in to MyNZQA from late January the following year and view your assessed digital or scanned paper exams online. You can view your assessed answers online until the end of June each year.
What are the documents needed for NZQA? ›
Documents you need to give us
- Passport bio-data page.
- Evidence of name change (if the name listed on your passport is different to the name on your award certificate(s)
- Award certificate for each qualification.
- Transcript, academic record or mark sheet for each qualification.
- Underpinning qualifications (if applicable)
NZQA aims to complete the programme approval and accreditation process within six months of receiving the application, but this depends on: the quality of the application. the availability of panellists.
How do I get my record of learning in NZ? ›
From NZQA's Learner Login, you can: download a free electronic copy of your Record of Achievement. order a hard copy of your Record of Achievement, to be sent either to you or directly to the education provider you're applying to.
How do you check your qualifications? ›
You can verify your educational qualifications on the National Learners' Records Database (NLRD) via SAQA VeriSearch at the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) . If you are an employer, you can also confirm the qualifications of your employees on the database.
How do I contact NZQA? ›
Between 8am and 5pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays) we will ensure that our offices are open and we will provide a Call Centre service on 0800 697 296.
Is NZQA recognised internationally? ›
New Zealand's recognition arrangements and agreements
New Zealand is part of two major qualification recognition agreements – the European 'Lisbon Convention' and the Asia-Pacific 'Tokyo Convention'. We also have a number of formal arrangements with countries or groups of countries.
How do I know if my degree is recognised in New Zealand? ›
Confirm the status of the qualification
Check who the relevant qualifications authority is in the country where the qualification was awarded. Check that the education provider exists and is an officially recognised entity. Look up the qualification on the website of the education provider.
The National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) is the main qualification for secondary school students in New Zealand. NCEA is recognised by employers, and used for selection by universities and other tertiary education providers in New Zealand and overseas.
How do I find my NZQA number? ›
If you don't know your NSN, there are several ways you can find it:
- ask your school.
- ask our chatbot, Awhina.
- use this form to request your NSN.
- call us on 0800 697 296.
The New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) administers the NZQF, which is the definitive source for accurate information about all quality assured qualifications, covering senior secondary school and tertiary education qualifications, and including all qualifications open to international students.
What NZQA level is a Phd? ›
A Doctoral Degree requires at least 360 credits and is listed at level 10.
What is the difference between NZQF and NZQA? ›
The objective of the NZQF is to provide assurance that all tertiary qualifications listed are of a quality that is recognised and trusted worldwide. The NZQF is maintained by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). To find a qualification on the Framework, visit the NZQA's website.
Is NZQA the same as NCEA? ›
The New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) administers NCEA. They are your first stop for information and have some great resources to help you understand NCEA.
