Ara International-Study-Guide-2019

International Christchurch
Timaru
Study Guide 2019

Canterbury, New Zealand

Kia ora, welcome to Ara

It is my pleasure as Chief Executive Nurturing great thinkers requires
to introduce you to an exciting range individual attention. We pride ourselves
of education solutions that Ara has on having classes that ensure a personal
created to challenge minds and promote learning experience. We are in the
passionate learning. Our dedication and business of shaping lives, creating
commitment to being the best in all that leaders and cultivating social pioneers;
we do has kept Ara at the forefront of we look forward to sharing our wealth of
applied, vocational learning globally. knowledge and experience with you.

TONY GRAY
Chief Executive,
Ara Institute of Canterbury

Authorised English Examination Centre

Ara is an approved examination centre for IELTS, Pearson Test of English and Cambridge examinations and awards.
Our examinations coordinator can assist with registration.

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About Ara Why study with us?

Ara Institute of Canterbury was A government-owned, NZQA category
formed in 2016 when CPIT and Aoraki 1 institution, Ara has excellent facilities
Polytechnic joined forces to create at campuses in Christchurch, Timaru,
the largest provider of vocational and Ashburton and Oamaru. 17,000 students
tertiary education in the South Island study with us each year, including 1800
of New Zealand. international students. We offer:

Ara provides a personalised learning • Internationally recognised degrees
experience; one that is flexible and and postgraduate qualifications in a
respectful of our students' educational wide range of subjects.
needs and career goals. We help you
to succeed with your studies and make • Tutors with years of real-world
the most of the time you spend living in experience and industry contacts
New Zealand.
• Small class sizes (you will get to
You will enjoy classes with a low know your tutors and they will get
student-to-staff ratio and easy access to to know you)
our impressive purpose-built facilities.
Our focus is always on balancing theory • Skills employers want (you will be
with practical learning to ensure you're work-ready upon graduation)
work-ready when you graduate.
• Work placement opportunities that
prepare you for the realities of the job.

Ara is a member of: More than 150
qualifications

Postgraduate/Masters
(1 -2 years)

Graduate diplomas (1 year)
Bachelor degrees (3 years)

Diplomas (2 years)
Certificates (1 year)
Foundation studies
(6 months/1 year)

English language
(4 - 50 weeks)

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Study options

Ara has a range of certificates, diplomas, undergraduate and
postgraduate qualifications available for international students.

Certificate / Diploma Degree Graduate Certificate / Graduate Diploma Postgraduate / Masters * Also available in Timaru

English Language Volunteer Work Foundation Studies
CELTA Study and Career Preparation*
Intensive English* NZ Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)*
EAP
IELTS Preparation*
Cambridge

Computing & ICT Commerce & Business Marketing and Sales*
Office Management
Computer Networking Accounting* Operations and Production Management
ICT (Information and Communication Applied Business* Personal Financial Planning
Technologies)* Applied Management Project Management
ICT (Information Systems Strategies, Business Administration Retail Management
Networking, Software Engineering) Business Information Systems Strategic Management
Event Management Supply Chain and Logistics
Hospitality Management Transformation and Change
Human Resource Management
Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Cookery Hospitality Hair and Beauty
Baking and Patisserie*
Professional Cookery* Café Bar Service* Beauty Skills*
Food and Beverage* Beauty Therapy*
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Hospitality Management Hairdressing*

Architectural Studies Engineering Travel & Tourism
Travel and Tourism
Architectural Technology Computer Aided Design (CAD) International Tourism
Construction Management Civil Engineering
Interior Design Electrical Engineering
Quantity Surveying Mechanical Engineering

Outdoor Education Sports and Fitness Languages
Japanese
Environmental and Outdoor Leadership Fitness Māori
Outdoor Recreation* Human Nutrition
Sustainability and Outdoor Education Physical Activity and Health Promotion
Sport and Exercise Science

Health & Social Services Applied Science Broadcasting

Health Nursing* Animal Care Broadcasting
Animal Management (Radio, Television and Journalism)
Medical Imaging Osteopathy Laboratory Technology Media Communication
Veterinary Nursing
Midwifery Social Work

Musculoskeletal

Art and Design Information Design Performing Arts
Motion Design Music Arts
Applied Visual Arts* Photography Performing Arts
Art and Design* Visual Communication Design
Digital Media and Design*
Fashion Technology

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Christchurch

Why choose Christchurch’s City campus?

• It’s conveniently located in the city centre

• It has state-of-the-art facilities including a new engineering
and architectural studies building and a new recreation
centre and training gym

• You can follow a seamless study pathway from English
through to Master’s degrees

• You’ll learn in a vibrant environment with more than 50
different nationalities on campus

• There are many events and activities organised for City
campus students.

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International Student Advisors Student life

We have a dedicated team of staff who work to support We have great cafés on our
international students studying at Ara. Our team can help you, campuses and our calendar
from adjusting to living in New Zealand to course and study- regularly features exciting
related issues. If you have any concerns or questions, or you opportunities to make friends
don't know who to talk to, we can help or refer you to someone and practise your English with
who can help. When you use this service, an advisor will work New Zealanders and other
with you so that you can build a relationship with them while international students.
you are studying here.
You can join in our cultural
We offer language support. Our staff include speakers of: festivities, forums, exhibitions,
gigs and shows, as well as attend
• Chinese concerts and events hosted by
• Japanese other music and arts groups in
• Korean our venues.
• Bhutanese
• Nepalese To find out more about how you
can get involved with life on
Other language support can be provided if required. campus, check out the news,
stories and video clips on our
Facilities and services for student website –
international students
campus.ara.ac.nz
A wide range of facilities and services are available to you as an international student.
Beyond study, there are many events, activities and clubs you can participate in. And
when you study and live in Canterbury, stunning natural scenery and adventure
activities are right on your doorstep.

Library Language Self Access Centre Learning & Information Services

Whareora (Recreation Centre) Career Centre Health Centre

Café’s & Restaurant Computer Suites Student Common Room

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Living in Christchurch Fun Facts

A great place to live, work and play • 2ND BEST CITY ranked second
best place to go in the world by
Many arts, music and cultural festivals are held each year throughout our region and The New York Times in 2014
international artists regularly feature at the Horncastle Arena.
Hagley Park is spectacular all year round and is the main venue for outdoor concerts, • NZ’S 2ND LARGEST CITY,
expos and events. with a population of 367,800
Dance and live theatre is very popular in our city with stage shows to entertain and
numerous studios teaching a variety of dance styles. • SNOW 14 ski and snowboard
Specialist food and craft markets are held every weekend and diverse ethnicities are areas within three hours drive
well represented in the city’s restaurants and shopping districts. (9 within two hours)

Job Ready programme • WALKING
80 kilometres of city walking tracks
ChristchurchNZ’s Job Ready programme is for
international students in Canterbury who are wanting • RENTAL RATES Christchurch
to find employment in New Zealand after graduation. rents are 19% lower than Auckland
The programme features a series of workshops to train
students in job seeking skills and Kiwi work culture. • INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Only 15 minute drive to CBD
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• LET IT SHINE
2,143 annual sunshine hours.

• GREEN SPACES
740 city parks covering 3,000ha

Events and activities

We offer a range of fantastic opportunities that will leave you is also included which means you don’t need to worry about
with unforgettable memories and long-lasting friendships with anything. All you need to do is sign up, pay and turn up on the
domestic and international students. Every activity is carefully day. Check out the latest calendar, photos and events on
planned and supervised so that you can join in knowing your
safety is our first priority. Transportation to and from activities ara.international.ac.nz/activities

Become a Student Ambassador

Interested in becoming a Christchurch City Student Ambassador and being part
of the wider community while studying in Christchurch? Contact Christchurch
Educated for more information and on how to apply.

christchurcheducated.co.nz/play/ambassadors

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Timaru English tutors
and staff
Why choose to study in Timaru?
Based in Timaru, from left to right,
Our second largest campus is located • It’s a great environment for English Dan Zhu, Kerry McAllister, Christine
in the port city of Timaru, which has a language study; with fewer Prouting, Stephanie Black.
population of just under 45,000 people. international students you can fully
Situated within easy walking distance immerse yourself in the English
of the city centre, the Timaru campus language
provides quality services and facilities
for students including a gym, library, • Our classes are small so you receive
common rooms and the student-run more personal attention from tutors
restaurant, Starz. Beyond the campus,
Timaru and the South Canterbury region • We specialise in programmes that
offer fantastic cultural and recreational prepare students for work
opportunities ranging from horse
trekking, skiing and salmon fishing to Other services include:
wineries, art galleries, museums and even
an internationally renowned observatory. • Computer services, laboratory, library,
restaurant, commercial kitchen,
• Timaru offers a beautiful location student central, campus café,
close to mountains, lakes, the sea and gymnasium, climbing wall.
exciting outdoor activities
We also have campus sites in Ashburton,
• Our Timaru campus is an approved Oamaru and Woolston.
provider for pathway visas

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Activities &
attractions

South Canterbury, in the central South
Island of New Zealand, is rapidly
becoming a sporting base of choice
for major tournaments and events. On
the same day you can mountain bike,
snowboard and surf - take your pick!
Outdoor pursuits include white water
rafting, kayaking, fishing, hunting, horse
riding, walking and hiking, mountain
biking, sailing, golf and 4WD tours. All
are plentiful and easily accessible within
a short drive from Timaru or any of the
smaller towns in South Canterbury.

Events

South Canterbury has a very active
events programme and regularly hosts
national events. The Caroline Bay
Carnival, the longest running carnival
of its type in New Zealand, has been a
favourite with families from all over the
country since its early days 100 years ago.

Other major South Canterbury events
include the Timaru Festival of Roses,
Geraldine Arts & Plants Festival,
Waimate Strawberry Fare and motor
sport racing at the Timaru International
Motor Raceway.

www.southcanterbury.org.nz

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Accommodation

If you are an international student coming to study at Ara, there are several accommodation

options you can choose from including homestays and on-campus accommodation.

Homestays Student
residence
If it is your first time in this country, we
strongly recommend a homestay in Ōtautahi House offers modern student
Christchurch or Timaru. A homestay accommodation right next to our City
provides a friendly, safe environment campus in Christchurch. It is close
with a local family and is a great way to to shops, public transport and all the
improve your English and experience attractions of the central city.
New Zealand life.
At Ōtautahi House you share an
All homestay families are carefully apartment with other Ara students from
selected by The New Zealand Education around New Zealand and the world.
Advisory Service (NZEAS). Homestay Each apartment is comfortable and well-
accommodation includes your own appointed. You have your own furnished
bedroom, laundry and most meals (two room (with a bed, desk and drawers) and
a day on weekdays and three a day on share a communal kitchen, bathroom and
weekends). You will be matched to a living space with your room mates. There
suitable family and NZEAS will meet you are coin-operated laundry facilities in the
at the airport, take you to your homestay building. Bathrooms are cleaned every
family and make sure you’re settling in well. day for you, but you are responsible for
keeping your room and your apartment
You can stay with your host family for tidy and clean.
the duration of your studies, or you can
move into a furnished hostel or set up an Support for Ōtautahi residents is available
apartment with friends. through the student advisor. House rules
are based on consideration and respect
www.ara.ac.nz/homestay to others to ensure everyone’s academic
success and enjoyment.

www.ara.ac.nz/o-house

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Public transport

Christchurch has a comprehensive public
transport network. There are several bus
stops very close to the City campus.

You can check when the next bus arrives
with your smart phone or mobile device.

Visit the following website for maps and
timetables:

metroinfo.co.nz
m.metroinfo.co.nz/nextbus

10km

5km

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English Language

The School of English Language at Ara is internationally recognised as

one of the best English language training centres in New Zealand.

No of students: up to 300 at any time Levels: 7 levels (beginner to advanced)
Class size: Average 15; maximum 22 Minimum age: 17 years old, no maximum age

Improve your IELTS Preparation English for Customised Group
English Further Study Programme
Full time IELTS
Intensive English Preparation New Zealand Certificate We can customise
in English Language programmes for
Afternoon classes Minimum 4 weeks (NZCEL) institutions:
- Speaking & Listening Intermediate and above - Level 3 - Teacher Training
- Reading & Writing - Level 3 Applied - NZ Studies
- EAP - Level 4 - Hospitality
- Skills Development - Level 5 - Sustainability
- Cambridge Preparation - Nursing
- Volunteer Work 18 weeks
Minimum 4 weeks
Minimum 4 weeks Level 3 - 5
up to 50 weeks Please enquire

Beginner to advanced

Intensive English Afternoon classes

BEGINNER TO PRE INTERMEDIATE INTERMEDIATE LEVEL AND ABOVE
Intensive English is a full-time course with a focus on speaking,
listening, reading, writing and grammar. We help you to improve • Speaking & Listening
your fluency and accuracy, as well as extend your vocabulary. Develop and practise intensive listening skills while improving your
You usually have a different tutor for mornings and afternoons vocabulary knowledge, using authentic material from TV and
so you will be able to hear different accents. radio, as well as textbook and internet-based resource material.
ara.international.ac.nz/english-courses
• Reading & Writing
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of formal and informal reading texts such as magazines,
newspapers and the internet. Develop a range of reading skills
such as scanning, skimming and reading for detail. Learn how
to plan and write with structure and cohesion.

• English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
EAP option focuses on preparation for future study courses
while improving these core skills.

• Skills Development
Practise all four language skills (reading, writing, speaking and
listening) in integrated skills lessons. Resources include apps
and websites as well as printed and recorded materials.

• Cambridge First Preparation
Learn test-taking strategies to prepare for the Cambridge
First exam.

Please note: Not all afternoon electives offered every term.

Language Self
Access Centre

The Language Self Access Centre (LSAC) at both our
Christchurch and Timaru campuses is where you can come to
practise and improve your English. There is always a trained
staff member available to help you select appropriate resources
for your level and your needs. Resources available to you
include:

• CDs, DVDs and CD-ROMs

• Multimedia computer programs

• Newspapers, TV news and online news programmes

• Course books, worksheet/audio packs, readers
and dictionaries

• New Zealand English materials and information about life
in this country

• English for specific purposes (e.g. nursing, business,
hospitality) and English for academic study

• Preparation material for IELTS, Cambridge, OET and
Pearson examinations

As well as English resources, we also have a small selection of
materials for students learning Spanish, Japanese and Māori.

English pathways

Open Entry MORNING CLASSES AFTERNOON CLASSES Mainstream

Intake every Advanced Volunteer Work* New Zealand
Monday Upper-Intermediate Speaking & Listening Certificate in
Late Intermediate Study and Career
Placement Test Reading & Writing Preparation
Intermediate EAP
EXAM
Skills Development
Cambridge First Preparation NZCEL
IELTS Preparation
Pre-Intermediate

Elementary

Beginners

Want to find out your English level? ara.my.intuto.com/campaign/register?accesscode=OV8vKEzC

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English plus
volunteer work

Enjoy practising your English while making new friends in the
community. A good level of confidence in English speaking
and listening is required. Therefore, you should be in an upper
intermediate class.

We can arrange volunteering positions in the Christchurch
community in the following areas:

• Caring for the elderly

• Helping in schools

• Office work

• Retail and gardening

• Tourism

Please note: hours can be irregular during this course. You will
be required to do at least eight hours per week at times to suit.
You must bring a police certificate from your country if you are
wishing to work with young children.

Work placement is subject to availability, please enquire.

Work rights

If you study English at Ara for 14 weeks or more, you can work
part time 20 hours a week with your student visa. This allows
you to gain some valuable work experience while improving
your English!

Sample timetable

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat/Sun

8.30am - 9am Optional supervised self-study at LSAC

9am - 12pm Morning English classes Finishes 11am Optional weekend
15 min break at 10.30am activities
LUNCH Optional Friday
1pm - 3pm Morning English classes (continued) afternoon or
3pm - 6pm Lunch break 12pm - 1pm activity
Optional supervised
Afternoon English classes self-study at LSAC

Optional supervised self-study at LSAC
or

Optional afternoon activities

Please note: Actual timetable may vary. Not all afternoon classes offered every term.

Total hours: 22 hours per week (morning 14 hours + afternoon eight hours)   
Class hours: 9am - 12pm, 1pm - 3pm
LSAC: Supervised self-study at Language Self Access Centre (LSAC) 

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Exam Preparation

Intensive IELTS
Preparation

This course will prepare you for taking the IELTS exam by
improving your listening, speaking, reading and writing. 
You can start any Monday, minimum enrolment of four weeks.
Our City campus is the largest certified IELTS testing centre in
Christchurch.
Dates and times of examinations are published here:

www.ara.ac.nz/ielts

IELTS Exam Preparation Pathways

5.5-6.5 Mainstream

Intensive English Intensive IELTS Preparation EXAM 5.0-5.5 New Zealand
- Advanced Full time Certificate in Study and

- Upper-Intermediate Minimum 4 weeks Career Preparation
- Late Intermediate 22 hours per week

- Intermediate

IELTS Examination dates 2019

Month Exam dates Module Month Exam dates Module Month Exam dates Module
January
12 January Academic only May 11 May A&G September 7 September A & G
19 January A & G 18 May
Academic only 28 September A & G

February 9 February A & G June 1 June A&G October 12 October A&G
14 February A & G (Thu) 22 June Academic only November 26 October A&G
29 June A&G
March 2 March A&G July 2 November Academic only
23 March A&G 6 July A&G 23 November A&G
27 July A&G 30 November Academic only

April 6 April A&G August 10 August Academic only December 7 December A&G
27 April A&G 17 August A&G

A & G = Academic and General

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English for Stephanie Dong | China
Further Study Graduate Diploma in Sales and Marketing

New Zealand Certificate “The ability of mastering
in English Language language proficiently is the
(NZCEL) solid foundation for survival
and study overseas.”
The New Zealand Certificate in English Language is an NZQA
qualification that lasts a lifetime. There are seven levels from
beginner to advanced. These programmes can be used for
further study, for work or for general English development. They
aim to extend your ability in all areas of English communication
(speaking, listening, reading and writing), prepare you for further
ESOL English or mainstream study and extend your ability,
confidence and comfort in a new country.

The NZCEL is an 18-week course comprising two blocks of nine
weeks with a two-week break in between. Classes are 20 hours
per week.

NZCEL can be used to meet English language entry into our
mainstream programmes. For further details, refer to the entry
criteria of each programme and the equivalence table below.
NZCEL studied at Ara is also accepted by the University of
Canterbury and Lincoln University.

English equivalence table

Level IELTS TOEFL TOEFL Cambridge NZCEL Pearson City & Guilds

3 Overall Subtest pBT TWE iBT Writing FCE CAE Level 3 (General) 36 Score

5.0 (5.0) 500 (4) 35 20 154 Grade C B1 Achiever (43)
46 20 B2 Communicator (42)
4 5.5 (5.0) 530 (4.5) 46 20 162 Grade C Level 3 (Applied) 42 B2 Communicator (42)
60 20 B2 Communicator (66)
5 5.5 (5.0) 550 (5) 79 21 162 Grade C Level 4 (General) 42
C1 Expert (42)
6&7 6.0 (5.5) 550 (5) 169 Grade C Level 4 (Academic) 50

8&9 6.5 (6.0) 590 (5.5) 196 Grade B Level 5 58

Refer to the NZQA website for the latest table.
If you have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements you are not required to provide evidence of English language skills for most programmes.

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Pathways to further study

The following diagram shows various pathways from English language to further academic studies available
at Ara. You can start at any point according to your level and our staff will assist you along the way.

Mainstream study (IELTS 6.5 - 7.0 entry)*

NZCEL Level 5 Architecture Nutrition Performing Arts
Academic Design Midwifery Applied Science
Music Nursing Medical Imaging
(IELTS 6.0 entry Broadcasting Sports Science
all subtests 5.5) Photography Social Work
EXAM Lab Tech
NZCEL Level 4
Intensive English Academic/General Mainstream study (IELTS 6.0 entry)*
- Advanced
(IELTS 5.5 entry ICT Interior Design Engineering
- Upper-Intermediate all subtests 5.0) CAD Business
- Late Intermediate Sustainability Japanese (Civil, Electrical,
NZCEL Level 3 Outdoor Education Mechanical)
- Intermediate Applied Hospitality Networking
Mental Health Fitness Tourism
Placement Test (IELTS 5.0 entry Fashion
If already in all subtests 4.5) Construction
Management
Christchurch or Timaru NZCEL Level 3
General
Mainstream study (IELTS 5.5 entry)*
(IELTS 4.5 entry
all subtests 4.0) Business ICT Early Childhood
Administration Travel Education
All NZCEL programmes Primary Industries
are full time 18 weeks, CAD Hair & Beauty Japanese
Cookery
20 hours per week.

*Please refer to pages 4 - 5 for mainstream study options and the programme listings on pages 34 - 35 for details including IELTS subtest requirements

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Customised group
programmes

Drawing on the expertise of staff from across Ara we will work
with you to design a programme that meets the needs of your
students or staff.
Examples include:
• English + Adventure Tourism
• English + Art & Design
• English + Business Studies
• English + Hospitality
• English + Information & Communication Technologies
• English for Nursing
• English + Outdoor Education
• English + Teacher Training
• Upskilling English for teaching staff

Sample timetables

English plus Activities (Timaru campus)

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat/Sun
Welcome/ NZ Studies
WEEK 1 Level check English classes Field trip to Peel Optional
am Orientation Forest & Geraldine weekend
South Canterbury activities
pm NZ Studies Museum Botanic Gardens

WEEK 2 NZ Studies English classes
am
NZ Studies Field trip to Oamaru
pm
Visit to local school Art Gallery Introduction to
WEEK 3 Māori Culture
am
English classes
pm
Field trip to
WEEK 4 Lake Tekapo
am
Te Ana Māori Rock Art Kiwi Observatory Timaru Heritage Walk
pm
English classes

South Canterbury Caroline Bay Visit to farm Farewell and
Museum Aquatic Centre free afternoon

Total hours: 22 hours per week (morning English 14 hours and afternoon activities eight hours)
Class hours: Morning Mon – Thu 9am - 12pm, Fri 9am - 11am. Afternoon Mon - Thu 1pm - 3pm
Duration: Minimum four weeks
Start date: Flexible (please enquire)
Email: [email protected]

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Teacher Training

There are several options available if you are interested in
becoming an English teacher whether you teach in
New Zealand or overseas. Training is focused on the principles
of communicative language teaching and involves practical
teaching sessions and class observation.

Course Duration Entry level
CELTA IELTS 7.0
Full-time 4 weeks or
Part-time 11 weeks (additional screening
process applies)
English plus Min 4 weeks
Teacher Training Please enquire
Jake Turner-Steele | New Zealand
(customised group Please enquire CELTA - Certificate in English Language
programme) Teaching to Adults

Teacher Training Min 4 weeks “From day one,
for groups everything was relevant.”

CELTA is an internationally-recognised teaching qualification
from the University of Cambridge. Graduates of this course
can teach English to adults anywhere in the world, in a variety
of contexts. We are able to offer customised teacher training
programmes to suit the institution’s need.

English plus Teacher Training

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat/Sun
Welcome/ Free afternoon
WEEK 1 Level check English classes Free afternoon Optional weekend
am Orientation Free afternoon activities
pm Course Introduction Teaching Vocabulary Communicative
Warm-up Speaking Farewell
WEEK 2 Activities
am Optional afternoon activities
pm Autonomous
Learning English classes
WEEK 3
am Teaching Teaching Pronunciation Technology Enhanced Using
pm Writing (2) Language Learning Authentic Materials

WEEK 4 Optional afternoon activity
am
pm English classes

Teaching Receptive Skills Teaching Writing
(1)
(Reading) (Listening)

Optional afternoon activities

Visit to a English classes
local school
Demonstration Lesson
(1) (2)
Optional afternoon activities

Total hours: 22 hours per week (morning English 14 hours and afternoon teacher training eight hours)
Class hours: Morning Mon – Thu 9am - 12pm, Fri 9 - 11am. Afternoon Mon - Thu 1pm - 3pm
Duration: Minimum four weeks
Start date: Flexible (please enquire)
Online enquiry form: ara.international.ac.nz/group-enquiry-form

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Foundation Studies

Pathway to mainstream programmes

Foundation programmes are stepping
stones to further study or a new career.
They can equip you with entry level
qualifications and academic skills needed
for more advanced study.

You can take a foundation course if:

• you don’t meet the entry requirements
for the programme you want to study
• you are returning to study after time
away from formal education
• you are seeking a change of direction
We offer a range of assessed and
non-assessed foundation programmes

Ara is an approved provider for pathway
visa by Immigration New Zealand.

ara.international.ac.nz/pathways

New Zealand Certificate in
Study and Career Preparation

Level 3 Pathway to Certificates & Diplomas

New Zealand Certificate Animal Management & NZ Certificate in Animal Management
in Study and Career Veterinary Nursing pathway NZ Certificate in Animal Technology
Preparation Level 3
Sports, Nutrition and Health Certificate in Exercise
Promotion pathway
NZ Diploma in Architectural Technology
Architectural Studies & NZ Diploma in Construction
Construction pathway Construction Management
Quantity Surveying
Engineering pathway
Diploma in Computer Aided Design
Health pathway NZ Diploma in Engineering
New Zealand Certificate in
Study and Career Preparation NZ Certificate in Health and Wellbeing
NZ Diploma in Enrolled Nursing
Level 4

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Level 4 Pathway to Degrees

New Zealand Certificate Applied Management & Bachelor of Applied Management
in Study and Career ICT pathway Bachelor of Information and
Preparation Level 4 Communication Technologies
Applied Science pathway
Bachelor of Applied Science
Architectural Studies & Sport and Exercise Science
Construction pathway
Bachelor of Architectural Studies
Engineering pathway Bachelor of Construction

Pre Health pathway Bachelor of Engineering Technology
Civil

Electrical
Mechanical

Bachelor of Nursing
Bachelor of Midwifery
Bachelor of Musculoskeletal Health
Bachelor of Applied Science

Human Nutrition
Physical Activity and Health Promotion

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Commerce

Ara’s industry-endorsed business programmes have a strong
emphasis on equipping you with excellent organisational and
analytical skills, an innovative approach and the ability to design
and implement solutions for real-world problems.

You’ll learn from expert tutors and highly regarded local
business people who will share their knowledge within and
beyond the campus. You’ll also have opportunities to boost
your learning through real-world research projects and time in
work placements.

Co-operative education Industry project
project (degree students)
(graduate diploma students)
As part of your degree you will work hands-on within a real
business environment, applying your learning for a minimum You will complete a work placement of 200 hours together with
of 200 hours. You will complete a significant research project a research project in a real business environment. The graduate
for your host organisation that relates to your specialisation(s). diploma programme enables students with previous academic
The aim is to bring together the learning from your whole success the chance to gain skills in an additional discipline that
programme of study and for you to apply it to a real-life can greatly enhance employability.
challenge or opportunity.

Graduates from
these programmes
are employed in:

• Accounting – accounts assistant, office manager, Stephan Kolsbjerg Ragunathan | Denmark
• Human resources management Bachelor of Applied Management
finance manager, associated chartered accountants
• Marketing “I loved the tutors. They
• Business management were all very friendly
• Project management and ready to help.”
• Event management
• Sales and retail management
• Logistics
• Entrepreneurship
• Financial planning
• Operations management

www.ara.ac.nz/business

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ICT

Our in-depth ICT programmes have been developed in
conjunction with industry to ensure they’re up-to-date and
relevant. They combine theory and practical skills and are
taught by experienced professionals with both academic and
industry experience. You will graduate with the knowledge and
practical skills employers are seeking, well-prepared and highly
capable of being effective in the workplace from your very
first day.

Canterbury is home to the second largest tech sector in the
country employing over 15,000 people, exporting products
with a combined value of over $1bn each year and contributes
$2.4bn to our economy annually.

Graduates from Co-operative
these programmes Education Project
are employed in:

• IT helpdesk • network administration If you are studying an ICT degree at Ara you will get to work
• software development • support technician hands-on within a real business environment where you will
• programming • systems analysis apply your learning and complete a 450-hour practical project
• project management • network management for your host organisation. This opportunity may also be
• application development • support specialist available for postgraduate ICT students.
• database administration • interactive media development
• software engineering • business analysis
• test analysis • ICT management
• other IT related roles

www.ara.ac.nz/ict

Samantha Tian | China
Graduate Diploma in Information
and Communication Technologies

“It provided an internship
opportunity which
then led to a job offer.”

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Engineering

Our engineering programmes are delivered in a stimulating
environment that encourages enquiry and supports a balance
of theory and practical learning. Within our impressive,
purpose-built facilities, you will learn from highly experienced
professionals with diverse industry contacts.

We work closely with a range of businesses, institutions and
organisations in engineering to develop internships, work
placements and cutting-edge research projects to further
develop your skills.

Graduates from
these programmes are
employed in:

• Architecture – 3D architectural modeller,
architectural designer
• Construction management – construction site manager
• Quantity surveying – quantity surveyor
• Interior design – interior designer, theatre set designer
• Civil engineering – engineering technicians and technologists,
designers, construction supervisors, sales or project
engineers and employment options related to supporting the
design and construction of infrastructure developments
• Electrical engineering – engineering technician and
technologist in power, computing network, electronics and
telecommunication
• Mechanical engineering – engineering technicians
and technologists, design engineer, production engineer,
maintenance team leader, sales engineer or quality assurance
engineer, and related employment options from high-level
industrial facilities and urban based manufacturing through
to agricultural processing plants
• Computer Aided Design – CAD operator, CAD designer,
product designer

www.ara.ac.nz/engineering

The Level 6 and 7 engineering Dinh Van Nguyen | Vietnam
programmes at Ara have been Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Mechanical)
accredited by Engineering
New Zealand as meeting the “Ara provides more
requirements of the Dublin and practical knowledge than
Sydney Accords. you get at university.”

The Bachelor of Construction
(Quantity Surveying) and
Graduate Diploma in Quantity
Surveying are accredited by the
New Zealand Institute of Quantity
Surveyors for membership.

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Health

Our health programmes give you the training, knowledge,
experience and industry connections to take your skills and
personal qualities where they are really needed.
Whatever pathway you choose to pursue, our well-respected
qualifications will give your career the perfect start. You will
learn from experienced health experts who are passionate
about sharing their knowledge.
‘Manawa’, our brand new, purpose-designed Christchurch
health campus, is located within a two-minute walk of the
city’s main hospital. Opened in July 2018, it features the latest
simulation and training tools, and is designed to facilitate
collaboration and knowledge-sharing among students,
academics and health professionals.
Ara regularly achieves among the highest graduate
employment rate for nurses in New Zealand. In 2017, 94% of
graduate nurses had found employment within four months of
sitting the state exam.

Graduates from
these programmes
are employed in:

• Health care – midwife, radiographer, medical radio
technologist, registered nurse, enrolled nurse, osteopath
• Social Services – social worker, mental health support worker,
community support worker

www.ara.ac.nz/healthcare
www.ara.ac.nz/social-services

Zoe Liu | China
New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career
Preparation (Pre Health Pathway)

“The course was amazing
– I’m fully ready for my
next step.”

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Science

More and more roles are emerging for practical and analytical
thinkers to make a meaningful difference to individuals and even
whole communities.
Our science qualifications have been created in collaboration
with employers to meet industry needs. Taught by highly
qualified and experienced professionals, they’re designed to lead
to hands-on careers where you can apply your knowledge and
work competently in your chosen industry from day one.

Graduates from
these programmes are
employed in:

• Science – laboratory technician, veterinary nurse,
research technician, zoo worker, animal breeder,
kennel manager
• Health promotion – health science researcher, health/lifestyle
consultant, health promoter
• Human nutrition – nutritionist, nutrition product developer
• Sport science – performance analyst, strength and
conditioning coach, sports therapist, group fitness instructor,
personal trainer, gym manager

www.ara.ac.nz/science
www.ara.ac.nz/sportscience

Nisha Dhungel | Nepal
Graduate Diploma in Laboratory Technology

“All the lecturers and
tutors were very
supportive and friendly.”

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Hospitality &
Service Industries

Whether you aspire to be a chef, baker, hospitality
professional, beauty therapist, hair stylist, travel specialist or
tourism operator, our Department of Hospitality and Services
Industries has a study option to help you realise your dream.

You will learn from tutors who are passionate about their
industry and have extensive experience to share with you.
Our facilities are excellent and include five commercial
kitchens, a bakery, two training restaurants (Visions in
Christchurch and Starz in Timaru), a training cafe and
bar, barista room, hair and beauty salons and simulated
reservations and housekeeping suites.

We are the first institute in New Zealand to have all cookery
and bakery programmes recognised by the World Association
of Chefs’ Societies.

Ara (including its predecessors Joanna Johnny | India
CPIT & Aoraki Polytechnic) Diploma in Cookery (Advanced)
has won the Nestle Toque d’Or
Supreme Award, 16 out of 28 times “The relationship
since it commenced in 1991. between tutors and
students is so friendly,
Graduates from open and enjoyable.
these programmes
are employed in: 29

• Cookery – chef, baker, caterer
• Hospitality – restaurant server, barista, concierge,
functions co-ordinator, hotel receptionist
• Travel and tourism – travel consultant, airline or cruise ship
staff, tour guide
• Beauty Therapy – Beauty therapist, makeup artist, nail
technician, skin care consultant, sales representative,
salon/clinic manager or owner

www.ara.ac.nz/hospitality

Creative

Your talent, ingenuity and inspiration will be nurtured with our
range of creative qualifications.
Our programmes are led by industry professionals and are
focused on encouraging your originality and developing the
skills you need to succeed in these highly competitive sectors.
At Ara, the practical nature of study is at the forefront, with
hands-on workplace training. This ensures that you will reach
a level of competence necessary for the workplace, and will be
ready to begin at a high level when you graduate.

Graduates from
these programmes are
employed in:

• Art and design – graphic designer, multimedia designer,
film animator, jewellery designer
• Fashion – fashion designer, fashion buyer, stylist
• Photography – professional photographer, photographic artist
• Media and communications (broadcasting) – camera
operator, editor, post production, visual effects, TV
broadcaster, radio announcer, journalist, director
• Music and performance – actor, singer, dancer,
session musician, theatre director, songwriter, composer,
artist manager

www.ara.ac.nz/art-and-design
www.ara.ac.nz/music-arts
www.ara.ac.nz/music-theatre
www.ara.ac.nz/broadcasting

Tsumuki Taniguchi | Japan
Diploma in Professional Photography

“This programme is very
hands-on and I can learn
a lot of skills quickly.”

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Language
& Education

With a qualification in language or education you can foster
relationships and help others achieve their goals.
In languages we offer programmes in Maori and Japanese.
Both are designed to immerse you in the language to foster
your fluency, while giving you a sound understanding of the
culture.
Our education programmes include outdoor education and
teaching English to adults. Outdoor education programmes
at Ara emphasise sustainability and make the most of the
beautiful and varied outdoor environments within easy reach
of our Christchurch and Timaru campuses.

Graduates from
these programmes
are employed in:

• Sustainability and outdoor education – outdoor education
teacher, adventure or ecotourism guide, recreation or
conservation guide, ski/snowboard instructor
• Languages – interpreter, business translator, entrepreneur,
language teacher

www.ara.ac.nz/language-and-education

Arthur Machado | Brazil
Graduate Diploma in Sustainability
and Outdoor Education

“I enjoyed everything,
the whole journey.”

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International application process

STEP ONE STEP TWO STEP THREE

Submitting your application Preparing for your visa Getting to New Zealand

Fill in the online, digital or Receive unconditional Provide your arrival information to
printed application form offer of place the international admissions team

Check that you have completed all Pay fees Receive confirmation of
parts of the form and included all accommodation (if requested)
Receive receipted offer of place
required documentation Arrive in New Zealand
Apply for your visa at
Submit your application form immigration.govt.nz Report to Admissions & Enrolments
(online, by email or by post) with your passport, visa & transcript

International Admissions will assess your application. If more information is requested Attend orientation
you will be sent an E-mail. We may recommend an alternate study pathway if your Start attending class
chosen one is not suitable. We will then issue an offer.

Refund Policy

We understand that sometimes a change in your health or circumstances can affect your plans to study with us. It is important that
you understand the Refund Policy at Ara and that it is based on a student’s ‘Path of Study’. This means the length of the programme
as detailed in the statement of fees and accepted by payment and enrolment. The chart for calculating a refund is shown below.

Consideration for Refund Refund amount (Tuition fees) Homestay Documents to be submitted
placement fee by student
Student withdrawing prior to the Path of Study Full refund less NZ$500 No refund
start date administration fee Completed Withdrawal
Student withdrawing within the first seven calendar 80% of tuition fees paid No refund
days of the commencement of the Path of Study (enrolment amendment form)
(20% tuition fees will be deducted for No refund
Student withdrawing after the seventh calendar day administration purposes) AND
of the commencement of the Path of Study. Written request to withdraw
No refund
A student visa is not granted or approved by (email or letter to [email protected])
Immigration New Zealand
Full refund less $500 No refund Official notification from
Student visa renewal declined by Immigration administration fee Immigration New Zealand
New Zealand on the basis of poor attendance, indicating the student visa
unsatisfactory academic performance and/or late application has been declined.
visa application (Sec 61)
80% of tuition fees paid No refund Official notification from
Cancellation of Enrolment by Ara Immigration New Zealand
(20% tuition fees will be deducted ) indicating the student visa
Compassionate consideration (only considered when application has been declined
OR Refund will be pro-rated
withdrawal circumstances are beyond student’s control and meet the based on last attendance date
requirements of the Consideration of Fees and Charges Refund including
Compassionate consideration policy) No refund No refund A termination of enrolment letter.

Refund amount will be Refund decision will Documentation supporting your
determined on an individual be determined on application for a refund and
basis. an individual basis. Compassionate consideration
application form

www.ara.ac.nz/refund-policy

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Dates and Fees 2019

English Language courses Living expenses

Course Duration Start Date Fees We recommend you budget $1250 per month for living
Administration fee $250 expenses including accommodation and general living costs.
Intensive English
Intensive IELTS 4 weeks Every Monday $390 Homestay Christchurch Timaru
Exam Preparation Starts 7 January $300
(Minimum) Finishes 20 December per week
(IELTS Exam fee not included) –
(Closed 22 - 26 April) Placement Fee $260
English plus
Volunteer Work 8 weeks Flexible $3,120 (includes pick-up from Christchurch airport and $300
Work placement fee transfer to homestay in Christchurch. Note: Does
18 weeks Level 3: 11 Feb, 22 Jul $275 not include transfer to Timaru. Will be quoted $260
NZCEL 4 weeks Level 3 Applied: 11 Feb, separately based on flight arrival/departure details) $285
22 Jul, 16 Sep $7,750
(New Zealand Certificate in Level 4 Academic: Homestay Fee
English Language) t11 Feb, 22 Jul, 16 Sep per
Level 5: 4 Feb, 22 Jul semester (includes two meals on weekdays and
CELTA three meals on the weekend)
4 - 29 March TBC
Customised group 5 - 30 August Homestay Fee
programmes Please
enquire (includes three meals a day)
Student Services Levy
4 weeks Please enquire $6 Transportation Christchurch Timaru
$106 per month $64 per month
(Minimum) per week Bus fare (Metrocard) - unlimited travel $26.50 per week $16 per week
Bus fare (Metrocard) – weekly maximum $2.65 per ride $1.60 per ride
Bus fare (Metrocard) $4 per ride $2.40 per ride
Bus fare (cash)

Public holidays Medical & travel insurance

New Year’s Day Tuesday 1 January International students (including group students) must have
Day After New Year Wednesday 2 January appropriate and current medical insurance while in New Zealand.
Waitangi Day Wednesday 6 February The cost of insurance for a full-time student is $523.
Good Friday Friday 19 April
Easter Monday Monday 22 April 4 weeks $52.40 28 weeks $366.80
ANZAC Day Thursday 25 April 8 weeks $104.80 32 weeks $419.20
Queen's Birthday Monday 3 June 12 weeks $157.20 36 weeks $471.60
South Canterbury Anniversary Day Monday 23 September 16 weeks $209.60 40 weeks $524.00
Labour Day Monday 28 October 20 weeks $262.00 44 weeks $576.40
Canterbury Anniversary Day Friday 15 November 24 weeks $314.40 48 weeks $628.80
Christmas Day Wednesday 25 December
Boxing Day Thursday 26 December Exam fees

Other important dates IELTS exam fee $385
Pearson exam fee $385
Ara campus reopens Monday 7 January Cambridge exam fees (FCE & CAE) $310
Autumn Graduation Friday 29 March
Other fees $250
Ara closed Tuesday 23 April $220
Daylight saving ends Sunday 7 April Student Services Levy (Mainstream programmes) $4.50 per day
Spring Graduation Friday 20 September Student Visa application
Daylight saving starts Sunday 29 September Student carpark
Ara campus closes Friday 20 December

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Programme listings

IELTS Entry Requirement

Qual Programme Level Duration Commences Indicative Overall
Tuition Listening
Fees NZ$ Reading
per year Writing
Speaking

C NZ Certificate in English Language (General)* 3 18 weeks Feb*/Jul* $7,750 IELTS 4.5 4.0 4.0 4.0 4.0

C NZ Certificate in English Language (Applied)* 3 18 weeks Feb*/Jul*/Sep $7,750 IELTS 5.0 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5

C NZ Certificate in English Language* 4 18 weeks Feb*/Jul*/Sep $7,750 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0

C NZ Certificate in English Language 5 18 weeks Feb/Jul $7,750 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

FOUNDATION

C Study and Career Preparation* 3 6 months Feb/Jul $9,985 IELTS 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
4 6 months Feb/Jul $9,985 IELTS 5.5 5.5 5.0 5.5 5.0
C Study and Career Preparation*

ARCHITECTURAL STUDIES

G Construction Management 7 1 year Feb/Jul $21,920 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
7 1 year Feb/Jul $21,920 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
G Quantity Surveying $21,920 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
$21,920 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
B Architectural Studies 7 3 years Feb $21,260 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
$21,260 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
B Construction 7 3 years Feb/Jul $21,920 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0

(with specialisations in Construction Management and Quantity Surveying)

D Architectural Technology 6 2 years Feb

D Construction 6 2 years Feb/Jul

(with specialisations in Construction Management and Quantity Surveying)

D Interior Design (Residential) 5 1 year Feb

CREATIVE

B Design (with specialisations in Applied Visual Art, Fashion, 7 3 years Feb $21,920 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

Motion Design , Photography, and Visual Communication) $21,920 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
$21,920 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
D Arts and Design 5 1 year Feb $10,960 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
5 1 year Feb $10,960 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
D Digital Media and Design $10,960 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0

C Creativity 4 6 months Feb/Jul
4 6 months Jul
C Digital Media and Design

C Fashion 4 6 months Feb/Jul

BUSINESS

G Accounting 7 1 year Feb/Jul $20,090 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

G Applied Management 7 1 year Feb/Jul $20,090 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

G Business Information Systems 7 1 year Feb/Jul $20,090 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

G Business Transformation & Change 7 1 year Feb/Jul $20,090 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

G Event Management 7 1 year Feb $20,090 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

G Hospitality Management 7 1 year Feb/Jul $20,090 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

G Human Resource Management 7 1 year Feb/Jul $20,090 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

G Innovation and Entrepreneurship 7 1 year Feb/Jul $20,090 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

G Marketing and Sales 7 1 year Feb/Jul $20,090 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

G Operations & Production Management 7 1 year Feb/Jul/Oct $20,090 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

G Project Management 7 1 year Feb/Jul/Oct $20,090 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

G Strategic Management 7 1 year Feb/Jul $20,090 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

G Supply Chain Logistics 7 1 year Feb/Jul/Oct $20,090 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

B Applied Management (with specialisations) 7 3 years Feb/Jul $19,340 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

D Business 5 1 year Feb/Jul $19,340 IELTS 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5

C Business Administration & Technology 4 6 months Feb/Jul $9,670 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0

C Business Administration & Technology 3 6 months Feb/Jul $9,670 IELTS 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0

COMMUNICATIONS & MEDIA

B Broadcasting Communications 7 3 years Feb $23,660 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
$21,920 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
C Communications Media 4 6 months Feb/Jul

COMPUTING & ICT

G Information & Communication Technologies 7 1 year Feb/Jul $21,360 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
$20,620 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
B Information & Communication Technologies 7 3 years Feb/Jul $20,620 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
$20,620 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
D Networking 6 1 year Feb/Jul $20,620 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
$20,620 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
D Systems Administration 6 1 year Feb/Jul $10,310 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0

D Web Development and Design 5 1 year Feb/Jul

D Information Technology Technical Support 5 1 year Feb/Jul

C Information Technology Essentials* 4 6 months Feb/Jul

Legend: C Certificate D Diploma B Bachelor G Graduate Diploma P Post Graduate M Masters

*Also available in Timaru **Entry requirements and fees are subject to change. +Proposed IELTS entry requirement pending NZQA approval.

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IELTS Entry Requirement

Qual Programme Level Duration Commences Indicative Overall
ENGINEERING Tuition Listening
Feb/Jul Fees NZ$ Reading
G Computer Aided Design Feb per year Writing
B Engineering Technology (Electrical) Feb/Jul Speaking
B Engineering Technology (Civil) Feb/Jul
B Engineering Technology (Mechanical) 7 1 year Feb $21,920 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
D Engineering (Electrical) 7 3 years Feb/Jul $21,920 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 6.0 6.0
D Engineering (Civil) 7 3 years Feb/Jul $21,920 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 6.0 6.0
D Engineering (Mechanical) 7 3 years $21,920 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 6.0 6.0
6 2 years Feb/Jul $21,920 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
HOSPITALITY & SERVICE INDUSTRIES 6 2 years Feb/Jul $21,920 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
G Hospitality Management 6 2 years Feb/Jul $21,920 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
B International Tourism and Hospitality Management Feb/Jul
D Hospitality Management 7 1 year Feb/Jul $20,920 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
D Cookery (Advanced) - Cookery Strand* 7 3 years Feb $20,620 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
D Cookery (Advanced) - Patisserie Strand* 5&6 2 years Feb $20,620 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
C Baking (Generalist) (Career Baker)* 4&5 2 years Feb $20,620 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
C Food & Beverage Service* 4&5 2 years $20,620 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
C Tourism & Travel 4 1 year Feb $20,620 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
3&4 1 year Feb $20,620 IELTS 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
HAIR & BEAUTY 3&4 1 year $20,620 IELTS 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
D Beauty Therapies and Epilation* Feb/Jul
C Beauty Therapy* 5 1 year Feb/Jul $20,620 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
4 1 year Feb/Jul $20,620 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
HEALTH Feb/Jul
M Health Science 9 1.5 years Feb/Jul $33,740 IELTS 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5
M Nursing 9 2 years Feb $33,740 IELTS 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5
P Health Science 8 1 year Jan $24,540 IELTS 6.5 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0
G Health 7 1 year Jan $22,370 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
G Nursing 7 1 year Feb/Jul $22,370 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
B Medical Imaging 7 3 years Feb $22,370 IELTS 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5
B Midwifery 7 3 years Feb $22,370 IELTS 7.0 7.0 6.5 6.5 7.0
B Musculoskeletal Health 7 3 years Mar $22,370 IELTS 6.5 7.0 6.5 6.5 7.0
B Nursing* 7 3 years $22,370 IELTS 6.5 7.0 6.5 6.5 6.5
B Nursing (articulated with University of Canterbury Master of Health Science) 7 2 years Feb Enquire IELTS 6.5 7.0 6.5 6.5 6.5
B Social Work 7 4 years Feb $22,370 IELTS 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5
D Enrolled Nursing 5 1.5 years Feb $21,920 IELTS 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5

INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGES 7 3 years Feb/Jul $20,620 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
B Language (Japanese) 4 1 year Feb/Jul $20,620 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
C Japanese 3 6 months Feb/Jul $10,310 IELTS 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
C Japanese (Foundation) Feb/Jul
9 1.5 years Feb Enquire IELTS 6.5 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0
OUTDOOR EDUCATION 8 1 year Enquire IELTS 6.5 6.0 6.0 6.0 6.0
M Sustainable Practice 7 1 year Feb $21,920 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
P Sustainable Practice 7 3 years Feb $21,920 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
G Sustainability and Outdoor Education 4 34 weeks Feb $21,920 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
B Sustainability and Outdoor Education
C Outdoor Education 7 3 years Feb/Jul $21,260 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
7 3 years Feb/Jul $21,260 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
PERFORMANCE 4 1 year Feb/Jul $21,260 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
B Music Arts Feb/Jul
B Performing Arts (Music Theatre) 7 1 year Feb $22,360 IELTS 6.0 6.5 6.0 6.0 6.5
C Contemporary Music Performance 7 3 years Feb $22,360 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
6 1 year Feb $19,970 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
SCIENCE 5 1 year $19,970 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
G Laboratory Technology 6 1 year $20,090 IELTS 6.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
B Applied Science 5 1 year $19,970 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
D Applied Science 4 1 year $19,970 IELTS 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
D Applied Science
D Veterinary Nursing
C Animal Technology (with Veterinary Nursing Assistant strand)
C Animal Management with Companion Animal strand

Legend: C Certificate D Diploma B Bachelor G Graduate Diploma P Post Graduate M Masters

*Also available in Timaru **Entry requirements and fees are subject to change. +Proposed IELTS entry requirement pending NZQA approval.

ara.international.ac.nz/programme-listing

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Code of Practice requirements 04118 - English version - December 2018

Ara has agreed to observe and be bound by the Education (Pastoral Care
of International Students) Code of Practice 2016 administered by the
New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). Copies of the Code are
available on request from this institution or from the NZQA website at:
www.nzqa.govt.nz/providers-partners/education-code-of-practice/

Immigration

Full details of visa and permit requirements, advice on rights
to employment in New Zealand while studying and reporting
requirements, are available through the New Zealand Immigration
Service and can be viewed at:
www.immigration.govt.nz

Eligibility for health services

Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health
services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment during
your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of that treatment. Full
details on entitlements to publicly funded health services are available
through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed at:
www.moh.govt.nz

Accident insurance

The Accident Compensation Corporation provides accident insurance
for all New Zealand citizens, residents and temporary visitors to
New Zealand, however you may still be liable for all other medical and
related costs. Further information can be viewed on the ACC website at:
www.acc.co.nz

Medical insurance

Ara requires all international students to have comprehensive travel
and medical insurance. This is a legal requirement under the New
Zealand Ministry of Education Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care
of International Students. The preferred insurance provider for Ara is
Allianz StudentPlus, which has specifically tailored its policy to meet the
needs of our students. More information can be found at:
www.ara.ac.nz/insurance

PO Box 540, Christchurch 8140, New Zealand
Telephone: +64 3 940 8389
Email: [email protected]
www.ara.ac.nz/international