Tawjihi guide
Universities in New Zealand that accept the Tawjihi
Of our 8 partner universities in New Zealand that publish entry rules for Tawjihi holders, 2 offer direct entry and 5 start with a foundation year, and 1 ask for a year at university first. 1 publish a minimum average, starting at 70%.
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Questions
Can I study in New Zealand with the Tawjihi?
Yes. 2 of our partner universities there accept the Tawjihi for direct entry to a bachelor's, 5 ask for a foundation year first, and 1 ask for a year at university.
What Tawjihi average do I need for New Zealand?
Published minimums range from 70% (Lincoln University) to 70% (Lincoln University), and vary by course.
Do I need a foundation year for New Zealand?
Usually, yes: 6 of 8 partner universities don't accept the Tawjihi alone for direct entry and start with a foundation year or a year at university. Only 2 accept it directly.
Does meeting the minimum guarantee me a place?
No. The published minimum is the lowest average a university will consider, and each course sets its own grades, subjects and English level. We check the requirements for your course before you apply.
Where this data comes from
Every Tawjihi minimum comes from the official admissions page of a GESCO partner university, linked next to each entry. This is guidance, not an offer: each course sets its own grades, subjects and English level. Fees are converted to JOD approximately, at rates of 26 October 2026.
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