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International Students

At NZMA we want to make your time in New Zealand unforgettable. We have a range of courses available to international students, which are all taught by industry-experienced tutors. 

Heading abroad to study is a big decision, and you probably have a bunch of questions. View our student support page below for more information. Alternatively, you can contact us if you require more help with enrolling.

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International Enrolment Enquiries
UP Education - International Centre
Email: international@up.education


  • Why NZMA?

  • Smaller class sizes

  • Friendly, welcoming campuses

  • Caring tutors with real industry experience

  • Fun classes with lots of support

  • Industry-based training that gives you real skills 

  • We’ll help get you work-ready too

  • NZMA, is a category one provider and the largest private tertiary group in New Zealand.

Courses Offered to International Students

Hospitality

LV. 6

Diploma in Hospitality Management

40 weeks Open to International Students

If you are targeting a career in hospitality management or if you already have front-line hospitality service experience, take your career to the next level and progress into management.

LV. 5

Diploma in Hospitality Management

35 weeks Open to International Students

If you have your sights set on hospitality management and want to fast-track your career, this is the ideal course.

LV. 4

Certificate in Hospitality (Restaurant Service)

17 weeksOpen to international students

Make yourself invaluable to employers and get your Liquor Control Certification, learn about menu designs, food and beverage service, food and wine pairing.

Healthcare

LV. 3

Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Community and Mental Health) | Course

20 weeksFree study optionsOpen to international students

In this course you’ll get an introduction in to mental health, addiction and community support so that you can have the foundation skills and knowledge to recognise and respond to mental health concerns and provide support to others.

LV. 3

Health and Wellbeing - Introduction

20 weeksFree study optionsOpen to international students

Learn how to support some of New Zealand’s most vulnerable people as a healthcare worker in mental health and addiction, community health, nursing or aged care. Gain practical skills and knowledge to apply what you learn in a three week work experience at a healthcare provider.

LV. 4

Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social & Community Services)

33 weeksOpen to international students

Make a meaningful impact on people's lives as a healthcare worker in Community Health Work or Mental Health and Addiction Support. Choose your area of interest to expand your skills in a blended learning environment, including a 200-hour work placement to prepare for your career in health.

LV. 4

Aged Care and Complex Needs

33 weeksOpen to international students Study from home option

Take your Health and Wellbeing studies to the next level. Become a leader in comprehensive care practices and learn how to provide specialised care for patients living with complex needs such as dementia. With flexible study options, you'll have the freedom to learn your way.

LV. 4

Social and Community Health

33 WeeksOpen to international studentsStudy from home option

Prepare for a career as a community healthcare worker where you can make a real difference in people's lives. You can learn online or in a blended learning environment and get hands-on experience with an industry work placement.

LV. 4

Mental Health and Addiction

33 WeeksOpen to international studentsStudy from home option

Make a meaningful impact on people's lives as a healthcare worker in Mental Health and Addiction Support. You can learn online or in a blended learning environment and get hands-on experience with an industry work placement.

Pharmacy

LV. 3

Introduction to Pharmacy Practice

13 weeksOpen to International students

This course will activate your learning journey to become a pharmacy technician. You’ll develop foundation skills in pharmacy retail operations, in a fun and support environment. Plus, you’ll get a guaranteed interview with one of our pharmacy retail partners while you study.

LV. 5

Certificate in Pharmacy Technician

47 weeksOpen to International students

Our Pharmacy Technician course offers practical learning on campus and will teach you all the key skills and pharmaceutical knowledge to start your career. Plus, you’ll get 320 hours of work placement in a pharmacy retail environment while you study.

Early Childhood Education

LV. 4

Certificate in Early Childhood and Care

19 weeksStreamedStudy from home optionOpen to International Students

This programme is for you if you’re involved in the care and education of children in Early Childhood Education (ECE). You can keep working while gaining a formal qualification, on campus, via streamed classes or online.

LV. 5

Diploma in Early Childhood Education

40 weeksStreamedOpen to International Students

This course will enhance your career in the ECE sector through flexible study options, either on campus or through streamed lessons with a tutor. Our goal is to help you develop your academic skills necessary to complete higher level studies in this area.

Trades

LV. 3

Certificate in Carpentry Trade Skills

32 weeksFree study option*Open to international students

This programme sets you up to enter the construction industry as an apprentice or entry-level employee. You’ll gain loads of hands-on, practical experience, starting off with small workshop projects, building a prefabricated timber sleepout and even a two bedroom home. 

LV. 3

Certificate in Electrical Engineering

35 weeksBlendedOpen to international students

Land a job as Electricity Supply Electrical Apprentice or an Industrial Electrical Apprentice or pathway into further study and become a qualified electrician. The course is pre-entry foundation knowledge of electrical engineering and is suitable for those who wish to enter the industry and who do not yet have electrical apprenticeship agreement.

LV. 3

Certificate in Plumbing, Gasfitting and Drainlaying (Pre-Apprenticeship)

20 weeksOpen to international students

Secure your future in the construction sector by becoming a plumber, gasfitter or drainlayer with our pre- pre-apprenticeship programme.

LV. 3

Certificate in Trade Skills (Paint and Plaster strand)

19 weeksFree study option*Open to international students

Tap into the building boom! In just 19 weeks you’ll gain the skills you need to become a painter, plasterer, apprentice or labourer in construction or allied trades.

Cookery

LV. 4

Certificate in Baking (Generalist)

35 weeksInternships availableOpen to International Students

If you want to become a baker or to train further as a patisserie chef, this course teaches you a full array of baking techniques and gives you real world experience with a five week internship.

LV. 4

Certificate in Cookery

35 weeksInternships availableOpen to International Students

This course really helps to build your cookery skills, whether you’re just starting out or already in the industry. You’ll learn about a wide range of cookery techniques, and gain confidence working in a commercial kitchen.

LV. 5

Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) - Patisserie Strand

35 weeksInternships availableOpen to International Students

If you want to be a professional baker or pastry chef, this diploma will teach you a range of skills in advanced patisserie techniques. You’ll also have an opportunity to secure an internship where you’ll gain invaluable work experience.

LV. 5

Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) – Cookery Strand

35 weeksInternships availableOpen to International Students

If you want to be a professional chef at the top of your field, look no further. Our diploma gives you the advanced cookery skills, knowledge and experience you’ll need to succeed in today’s kitchens. You’ll also have an opportunity to secure an internship where you’ll gain invaluable work experience.

LV. 6

Diploma in Culinary Management

40 weeks Internships AvailableOpen to International Students

This exciting course is about putting your business hat on and learning how to develop new food products or services for today’s market.

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