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Ranked as one of the top performing polytechnics in New Zealand, according to the 2012 Tertiary Education Commission performance tables, Bay of Plenty Polytechnic offers over 100 programmes in a wide range of subject areas that are all approved and accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA).
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic works closely with industry to develop new programmes and review existing ones, to ensure our programmes match workplace demands and include relevant industry skills. This results in work ready graduates and high employment rates for students who complete
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic programmes.
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Welcome
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Tauranga City
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The Bay of Plenty Polytechnic Advantage
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Plenty to Study
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English Language, Foundation
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Construction, Quantity Surveying,
Architectural Technology
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Computing and Information Technology
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Creative Industries, Music, Fashion Design,
Graphic Design
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Culinary Arts and Cookery
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Graduate Certificate in NZ Immigration Advice
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Engineering
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Marine Studies, Environmental Management
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Sport and Recreation
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Tourism
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Animal Care, Automotive
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Beauty and Cosmetology,
Early Childhood Education, Social Services
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Our Services for You
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International Tuition Fees
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International Entry Requirements
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How to Apply
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Important Dates and NZ Visa Guidelines

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Quality of Life
With stunning scenery and a warm climate Tauranga is great place to live, study and work.
Auckland is only 2 ½ hours away by car. You can have the best of both worlds by living in Tauranga.
You can live in a safe, friendly, relaxed and beautiful environment but can still visit New Zealand’s largest city easily.
Art and Culture
Tauranga has a vibrant and steadily growing art scene.
Galleries exhibit the best of local and national talent.
Business Opportunities
A number of innovative, high-value and export focused businesses are thriving in the Tauranga region, making
Tauranga a vibrant place to do business. Bay of Plenty
Polytechnic’s industry links provide opportunities to work with this supportive business community and gain fresh ideas and outlooks.
Connected
Tauranga was named as one of New Zealand’s top five technology centres in the Google e-town
Awards. These awards recognise the cities making the best use of e-technology to connect and grow. Bay of Plenty
Polytechnic Computer Science graduates are regularly employed within the local IT industry.
Full of Events
Tauranga has a number of cultural, sporting and recreation events happening throughout the year. There is always something happening to suit everyone.
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic Intern
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I have had a great semester in Tauranga. The people are really friendly and the surf was amazing.
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Benjamin’s video about life in Tauranga.
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Bay of Plenty Polytechnic has established direct entry pathways to one of New Zealand’s top universities – the University of
Waikato. These pathways enable students to credit Bay of Plenty Polytechnic diplomas into University of Waikato bachelor degrees. Most students completing the degree pathway will gain two internationally recognised qualifications in the same time that it usually takes to gain one single bachelor degree, at the lowest cost of any university in New Zealand.
The University of Waikato shares campuses and facilities with the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic in Tauranga. You can start your diploma with Bay of Plenty Polytechnic and finish with your bachelor’s degree from the University of Waikato and study all of it on the same campus in Tauranga.
The University of Waikato is placed in the top 1.8% of all universities around the globe (according to the UK based Times
Higher Education rankings) and is also ranked the best university in New Zealand under the age of 50. You can get your bachelor’s degree from this world class university!
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Other degrees at Bay of Plenty Polytechnic available for you to study in tauranga are:
• Bachelor of Sport and Recreation (3 years)
• Bachelor of Creative Industries (3 years)

Bay of Plenty Polytechnic provides you with the opportunity to gain a world class bachelor’s degree awarded by one of New Zealand’s top universities – the University of Waikato – without leaving
Tauranga. Our flexible pathway programme with the University of Waikato enables most students to gain a diploma from the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic and a bachelor’s degree from the University of
Waikato in the same time it takes to gain a bachelor’s degree. You can enter your diploma programme straight from high school. There is no need to complete a foundation year!
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic and the University of Waikato share campuses and facilities in Tauranga so you can complete your diploma and your degree on the same campus.
Two Post Study Work Visas
If you decide to study through Bay of Plenty Polytechnic’s Pathway to Degree programme with the
University of Waikato, you could be eligible to get TWO Post Study
Work Visas. from Immigration
New Zealand.
You will qualify for your first Post
Study Work Visa after completing a 2 year qualification at level 4-6, or two one year qualifications at level 4-6.
If you decide to return to your studies after gaining work experience, you will receive another Post Study Work Visa after completing your University of Waikato bachelor’s degree. You will now have two qualifications, and work experience, when you are seeking further employment after completing your bachelors degree.
Dual Qualifications
Students studying a diploma to degree pathway programme may gain both a diploma and a bachelor’s degree at the same time, possibly at no extra cost.
Think how much more attractive you will look to future employers as the holder of multiple qualifications!
Lowest Fees
By studying one of Bay of Plenty
Polytechnic’s flexible pathway programmes to complete your bachelor’s degree with the
University of Waikato, you can gain your university degree for the lowest cost of any New Zealand university! This is because for the first years of your bachelor’s degree, you are paying the tuition fees for the diploma, saving you money.
Small Class Sizes
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic’s small class sizes allow you to get personal attention from your tutors. You can also really get to know your classmates, making it easy to make new friends.
Applied Skills
Although all of our programmes have theory content which we teach in a classroom, they are also very applied and involve practical components. You may undertake field trips or work experience as part of your study.
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic gives you all the support you need to ensure that when you graduate, you are set for success and can easily make the transition to work.
Industry Links
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic has strong relationships with local industry groups. We work closely with industry to develop new programmes and review existing ones to ensure our programmes match workplace demands and include relevant industry skills.
Look out for the Bay of Plenty
Polytechnic Advantage icons.
They show you which programmes could make you eligible for two
Post Study Work Visas from
Immigration New Zealand.
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All of our programmes are approved and accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority.
The New Zealand Qualifications Agency is a government agency responsible for setting, reviewing and monitoring education qualifications in New Zealand to meet internationally recognised standards.
NZQA recognises Bay of Plenty Polytechnic as an accredited provider of qualifications from Level 1 to Level 7.
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LEVEL 1 - 5
Certificate
Certificates are qualifications at Level
1 to 5, with at least 40 credits. They recognise skills and knowledge required to work in a particular industry.
LEVEL 5-6
Diploma
Diplomas are qualifications at Level 5 and 6, requiring at least
120 credits. They allow you to gain a broad range of skills and knowledge and apply them. They are between one to two years and can pathway into degree programmes.
LEVEL 7
Degree
A degree is awarded at Level 7. Degrees recognise advanced study and concentrate on defined principles and specific knowledge of the subject matter.
They are typically three years in length but after completing a diploma at
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic, you can finish your degree in one to two years.
LEVEL 7
Graduate Certificate and graduate Diploma
A graduate certificate or diploma is awarded at Level 7. They are intensive half-year or full-year programmes that are designed for people who want to broaden their existing knowledge but specialise in an alternative major or retrain in a different profession.
You can enter at any level providing you meet the entry criteria. Please refer to the ‘Entry Requirements’ page on page 28 of this prospectus.
Credit Transfer
Previous study or work experience in a relevant field can provide credit towards a diploma or degree programme.
This can help shorten the time you have to study for your qualification in New Zealand. Students wanting to apply for credit must state this on their application form and supply all relevant supporting documentation.

We offer 17 week full-time English language courses at three different levels from elementary to advanced. On enrolment students will be placed into the most suitable level of study.
Successful completion of an ESOL programme at Bay of Plenty Polytechnic is an alternative to IELTS and can give you entrance into further academic study at Bay of Plenty Polytechnic.
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic is also happy to consider customised English language courses for students or visiting groups. These courses can focus on academic
English for a specific subject area, business language skills or general English.
English Language LEVEL 2
Start date
Duration
IELTS
February, July
17 weeks
4.0
Tuition Fee NZ$6,628
You will enhance your overall pre-intermediate English ability by taking a range of courses that focus on reading, writing, speaking, listening and problem solving.
You will usually attend four days per week (up to 25 hours), between
9.00am to 3.00pm. On completion of this programme you will have achieved the equivalent of an IELTS 5.0.
English Language LEVEL 3
Start date
Duration
February, July
IELTS
Tuition Fee
17 weeks
5.0
NZ$6,628
You will build on each specific English language skill and begin to develop more confidence in using English in an academic environment.
On completion of this programme you will have achieved the equivalent of an IELTS 5.5 and are eligible for entrance to certificate and diploma programmes at Level 4 and 5.
English Language LEVEL 4
Start date
Duration
February, July
IELTS
Tuition Fee
17 weeks
5.5
NZ$6,628
You will focus on skills required to perform in an English-speaking academic context. You will learn to cope with the specific linguistic demands required at high level diploma and degree study.
On completion of this programme you will have achieved the equivalent of an IELTS 6.0 and are eligible for entrance to diploma and degree programmes at Level 6 and 7.
Certificate in Foundation
Studies LEVEL 4
Start date February and July
1 semester Duration
IELTS
Tuition Fee
5.5
NZ$10,708
The qualification allows you to improve your academic study skills, develop your reading and writing ability as well as helping you communicate competently in oral and written communications. This develops your ability and confidence to work at diploma and degree level, increasing the likelihood of gaining a place in the programme of your choice. Students study FOUR of the following six courses:
• Information Management
• English for Specific Purposes
• Mathematics
• General Science
• Biology
• Social Sciences
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accounting and Finance Occupation Outlook
InCOmE FEES JOB PrOSPECtS
Source: www.mbie.govt.nz/occupation-outlook/occupation-outlook
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Students who complete the NZ Diploma in Business
(NZDipBus) with a B average can continue directly into a number of University of Waikato bachelor’s degrees that are taught on the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic campus. these are:
• Bachelor of Business Analysis (Financial)
- Majoring in Accounting or Finance
• Bachelor of Management Studies
- Majoring in Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Tourism,
and Public Relations
• Bachelor of Social Sciences
- Majoring in Psychology
• Bachelor of Tourism
Note: Students wishing to enrol into the NZ Diploma of
Business pathway to a bachelor’s degree will be required to complete additional papers during their diploma study, in order to satisfy university curriculum requirements.
For this reason the annual tuition fee for the NZDipBus pathway programme is a little higher than the fee for the
NZDipBus alone.
new Zealand Diploma in Business LEVEL 6
Start date February and July
IELTS 6.0
Duration 2 years
Tuition Fee NZDipBus only NZ$16,950 per year
Tuition Fee NZDipBus - Degree Pathway NZ$18,870 per year
The NZDipBus is New Zealand’s most popular entry level business qualification. It provides the foundation for students to continue on to complete a University of
Waikato bachelor’s degree in a variety of specialisations, all while studying on the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic campus.
Students gain a broad range of general business skills and knowledge, followed by an opportunity to focus on career related specialisations such as accountancy, management, marketing and tourism.
• Learn from industry-experienced tutors
• Our close links with the business community ensure
that what you learn is relevant to your future career.
Course Content includes:
• Accounting
• Commercial Law
• Economics
• Marketing
• Computing
• Communication
• Finance
• Taxation
• Buyer Behaviour
• Tourism
• Leadership
• Employment Relations
• Human Resource
Management
NZ Diploma in Business Level 6 and University of Waikato BBA
I wanted to come to New Zealand because I’m a big fan of nature. I did some research and learned about Tauranga and about its sports and recreation, the forests, the sea, and the beaches. The best way to describe New Zealanders is ‘friendly.’ When I first started my classes I expected them to be scary, but they weren’t, because the lecturers and tutors were so helpful.
Now I’ve been here for one and half years. On my weekends I work as a Venue Attendant at a very busy arena and sports facility. I’m definitely enjoying Tauranga. It feels like home. I have told everyone in Sri Lanka that they should just get here.

The partnership enables the university bachelor degrees to be structured in a way that provides many benefits to international students, including multiple qualifications and multiple full-time work visas.
university of Waikato Bachelor of Business analysis (Financial) *
Majoring in Accounting and Finance
Start date February and July
Start date
IELTS
Duration
Tuition Fee NZ$24,380 per year
Accounting is a particularly good choice of major for international students, as it is central to almost all business and organisational activities. Accountants often hold high-level management positions where financial control and decision making skills are essential.
The BBA(Fin) is a three year degree with an emphasis on financial analysis. Start by enrolling in the NZDipBus.
Once you have completed the NZDipBus (with a B
Average) you then enrol for one further year at the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic in Tauranga, studying level 300 and
400 level Accounting papers to complete your University of Waikato Bachelor of Business Analysis.
• Can meet NZICA (Chartered Accountancy) academic requirements with an appropriate selection of papers.
• Approved by CPA Australia
Career Opportunities
• Auditor
• Finance Manager
• Financial Analyst
• Management
Accountant
• Financial Controller
• Business Consultant
Great for employment university of Waikato Bachelor of Business analysis (Financial) *
Majoring in Accounting, Finance, Marketing,
Start date February and July
Prerequisite New Zealand Diploma in Business Level 6
IELTS of the NZDipBus with a B average
Duration NZDipBus + 2 year
Tuition Fee NZ$24,380 per year
The University of Waikato Bachelor of Management
Studies (BMS) gives you much more than just a standard commerce degree.
Employers consider the BMS to be New Zealand’s best management degree. The extra year of study means that you learn the core subjects central to management, but also are able to specialise in up to two different areas.
The degree offers opportunities for a management internship and the ability to solve real-life problems for businesses.
Start your BMS by enrolling in the NZDipBus. Once you have completed the NZDipBus (with a B Average) you then enrol in for two further years at the Bay of Plenty
Polytechnic in Tauranga, to complete your University of
Waikato Bachelor of Management Studies.
Career Opportunities
• Business Development Advisor
• Sales and Marketing Manager
• Corporate Finance
• Tourism & Hospitality Manager
• Public Relations Manager
YEAR 1
NZDipBus
BBa (FIn) Degree Structure - 3 Years - 360 Points
YEAR 2
NZDipBus
1 Year
Post Study Work Visa
(extend up to three years with appropriate offer of full-time employment)
YEAR 3
1 Year
Post Study Work Visa
Enrol in Papers with Bay of Plenty Polytechnic
Enrol in University of Waikato papers taught at Bay of Plenty Polytechnic’s campus
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National Diploma in Quantity
Surveying Level 6
I am very happy because I really achieved what I set out to do.
I came to Bay of Plenty Polytechnic specifically to study Quantity
Surveying as all the quantity surveyors in New Zealand have this
National Diploma.
My ambition was to get a good job here in New Zealand, in the field of construction management. This qualification is very good for getting work in New Zealand. After getting my qualification I got a job offer even before I graduated!
I’m an Estimator for a big manufacturing company. When people ask me how
I got my job, I tell them I got it very easily. national Diploma in Quantity Surveying LEVEL 6
Start date
IELTS
Duration
Tuition Fee
February
6.0 (no band less than 5.5)
2 years
NZ$19,890 per year
Quantity Surveyors are in very high demand for their ability to manage costs, save money and maximise profit in the construction and manufacturing industries.
Do you like working with numbers? Are you seeking a specialist qualification that has excellent employment opportunities in the construction, civil engineering and manufacturing industries?
This course is suitable for high school graduates with good mathematical abilities, or for students who have already graduated with an engineering or business qualification.
Course Content includes:
• Construction materials and methods
• Material requirement and estimation
• Building laws and regulations
• Cost analysis and financial accounting.
• Tenders and Contract Negotiation
• Project Evaluation, Feasibilty and Viability
• Business Communication
Mentoring
Students will be provided with a mentor who is a member of the NZ Institute of Quantity Surveyors.
Career Opportunities
Graduates are in very high demand in Civil Engineering and manufacturing companies.
• Quantity Surveyor
• Project Manager
• Estimator
Future Study Pathway
Graduates of the National Diploma in Quantity
Surveying can complete the National Diploma in Construction Management in just one further year of study – a saving of one full year of study!
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Construction management & Quantity Surveying Occupation Outlook
InCOmE FEES JOB PrOSPECtS
Source: www.mbie.govt.nz/occupation-outlook/occupation-outlook
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national Diploma in Construction management
LEVEL 6
February Start date
IELTS
Duration
Tuition Fee
6.0 (no band less than 5.5)
2 years
NZ$19,890.00 per year
Construction Managers earn the highest salaries in the construction industry. They organise and control the physical and human resources to ensure that projects are completed on time, on budget, and to a high quality standard.
This course is recommended for students who have completed the National Diploma in Quantity Surveying, or who have previous experience or qualifications in civil engineering or project management.
• Learn about the evaluation, planning and management
of construction projects.
• Gain detailed knowledge of cost analysis, building
legislation, site safety, and environmentally sustainable
construction.
• Effectively manage staff and contractors
• Become skilled at negotiating tenders and contracts,
and communicating with clients.
Career Opportunities
• Construction Site Manager
• Site Safety Supervisor
• Construction Project Manager
• Civil Engineering Companies
• Infrastructure Development Companies national Diploma in architectural technology
LEVEL 6
February Start date
IELTS
Duration
Tuition Fee
6.0 (no band less than 5.5)
2.5 years
NZ$19,890 per year
Architectural Technology connects architects and builders, producing the legal drawings and building plans that construction projects depend on.
If you’re an accurate, detail oriented person, who loves technical drawing and communicating with people, this course may suit you.
• Develop technical drawing skills and applied ability in
using computer aided design (CAD)
• Specialise in ArchiCAD draughting software
• Understand building methods and materials
• Produce feasibility studies
• Create design briefs
• Learn tender and contract processes
• Develop working drawings for small to large
building projects.
Career Opportunities
• Draughtsperson
• CAD Technician
• Kitchen Designer
• Building Inspector
• Architectural Technician
Study Pathway & Student Exchange
Graduates can apply to continue their study for one semester or one year at VIA University College in Denmark, toward VIA’s Bachelor of Architectural Technology and
Construction Management.
Each year of study in Construction managment and architectural technology includes industry work experience
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Study computing at Bay of Plenty Polytechnic and you’ll have access to a range of specialised facilities, equipment sets and resources, and you’ll be taught by world class teaching staff with excellent industry experience.
If you complete the Diploma in Applied Computing L5 and L6, you can continue onto the Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Computer Science with a specialisation in Applied Computing awarded by the University of Waikato.
Graduate Diploma in
Computing Level 7
Diploma in applied Computing LEVEL 5 *
Start date
Duration
February and July
IELTS
Tuition Fee
1 year
5.5
NZ$18,864.00 per year
Develop a broad range of skills relevant to applied computing, including writing software, setting up a network or designing websites.
The courses provide you with a working knowledge of the IT needs of small to medium enterprises. You’ll learn about IT infrastructure, networking and programming.
DAC5 Course Content includes:
• Programming
• Professional Skills
• IT Infrastructure
• Software Packages
• Multimedia
• Statistics for Science
• Electronics
• Behavioural Science
• Networking
I credit Bay of Plenty Polytechnic for giving me the best opportunity to study in New Zealand.
When you are spending your parents’ hard-earned money you should be aware of what you are going to do and how you are going to do it. I had very clear goals when I came to New Zealand. The Polytechnic staff asked me about the course I wanted and helped me get where I wanted to go. I will always appreciate their welcome, their smiles, the way they changed things for me.
Now I’ve been in New Zealand three years and am working in a very big company, with 51 stores across New Zealand. When I finished my computing course at Bay of Plenty Polytechnic, the company saw my expertise in IT and took me on as a technician.
Already my boss is planning to promote me to floor manager. I want to become a proprietor and own my own store. It’s very possible. One of the previous Bay of Plenty Polytechnic graduates from India has already done that, he now owns the branch store in Whakatane. I feel I am at a good point with a lot to look forward to in my future life.
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Diploma in Applied Computing Level 6
I have had so many opportunities since doing my Diploma at Bay of Plenty Polytechnic.
I participated in volunteer projects for clients while I was studying and that led to my CV looking great when I finished and even led to my first job- my boss at the company where
I volunteered ended up offering me a job as a Junior Developer! Now I am a full-time
Web Master/Web Application Developer making web based software and management systems for companies.
In the Diploma we learnt things like business systems. At first I didn’t know why but then I realised that I will use this information when I work. Now I am finding myself moving into the business management side of things because I learned those skills in my course.
I think it’s incredibly important to always have a plan. I am going to go back to study at the Polytechnic. They have a pathway to complete the University of Waikato’s Bachelor of Computing in just one more year after getting the
Diploma. With my work experience, it is the right time now. I’m definitely working towards my future goals.
Diploma in applied Computing
LEVEL 6 *
Start date February and July
Duration
1 year after completion of the Diploma in Applied
Computing L5
Tuition Fee NZ$18,870.00 per year
This course of study develops your career as an intermediate IT professional with opportunities ranging from software programming and web development, to network administration.
There’s increasing demand and significant employment prospects for people with relevant computer skills and experience.
Gain knowledge and skills in programming, hardware and operating systems, data communications and multimedia applications.
• GUI Programming
• Internet and Web Development
• Business Systems
• Human Resource Management
• Applied Management
• Database Practice and Experience
• Help Desk
• Data Communications Services
• Project Management
• Advanced Programming university of Waikato Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) with a specialisation in applied Computing LEVEL 7 *
Prerequisite
Start date
IELTS
Duration
Tuition Fee
Diploma in Applied Computing Level 6 (DAC6)
February and July
6.0 (no band less than 5.5)
DAC6 + 1 year
NZ$26,370.00 per year
The University of Waikato is widely renowned for offering the best Computer
Science degrees in New Zealand. However there is no need to leave Tauranga to get your computing degree!
If you successfully complete the Diploma in Applied Computing Level 5 and 6, you will gain full credit for the first and second year of this three year University of Waikato degree, delivered in Tauranga, and also gain a valuable second Post
Study Work Visa on graduation.
In your BSc Computer Science you will acquire the knowledge and skills to keep up with the fast-changing landscape of real-world application development.
A hands-on industry project will give you valuable introductions to local industry and employers.
During this final year of your Degree you will study the following courses:
• Web Applications Development
• Information Discovery
• Information Systems Development
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Industry Project
Computer Science Occupation Outlook
InCOmE FEES JOB PrOSPECtS
Source: www.mbie.govt.nz/occupation-outlook/occupation-outlook
* Complete our Diplomas in Applied Computing and transition directly into the third year of the University of Waikato Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) with a specialisation in Applied Computing, all delivered right here in Tauranga.
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Get a dynamic mix of practical skills, theory and research through project work and collaborative design thinking.
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Certificate in Music Production
LEVEL 5
Start date February
Duration
IELTS
Tuition Fee
1 year
6.0
NZ$18,864.00
Want to study music and launch your career in the music industry? The first step in fine-tuning your musical talent starts here. Enjoy this one year full-time course and enhance your job opportunities as a performer, a live sound technician, or engineer.
Our talented tutors will provide you with opportunities to work and build relationships within the industry to help you on your way.
On completion of this certificate you’ll have grown as a performing artist by developing the theory, knowledge and practical skills for working with live sound.
Diploma in music Production and Performance LEVEL 6
Start date February
Duration
IELTS
Tuition Fee
1 year
6.0
NZ$18,864.00
Use the latest technology and effectively promote your music with an understanding of the industry.
You’ll gain the confidence to express your creativity through advanced practical knowledge of music production and performance, learn and practice song composition and music production and promotion.
You’ll explore new ways of producing and presenting your work through advanced digital media and grow your performance potential in live, studio and media environments.
Applicants require a pre-entrance music assessment.
Creative Industries - Design Occupation Outlook
InCOmE FEES JOB PrOSPECtS
Source: www.mbie.govt.nz/occupation-outlook/occupation-outlook
Bachelor of Creative
Industries
Start date February
Duration
IELTS
3 years
6.0
Tuition Fee NZ$18,864.00 per year
Prerequisite
Art Portfolio
(10 pieces of visual work showing original creative ideas)
Blending art, fashion and graphic design in an interdisciplinary setting, the Bachelor of Creative Industries is all about allowing you to learn the diverse range of skills required by the creative workplace. Connected study and work spaces support creativity and collaboration between students and artists working with different media, inspiring wider creative expression. Students will work on significant commercial and not-for-profit projects during their degree - have opportunities to exhibit their work and compete in open competition. Majors:
• Fashion Design
• Graphic Design
• Visual Art
My major is Fashion Design. I especially like this course because it is more practical than theory based. We are learning a lot of hands-on skills and have the opportunity to exhibit our designs and artwork. This helps students make early connections with professionals outside the institution. I love all the lecturers. They are all very helpful and kind. Tauranga is probably my favourite place to live in the North Island.

Fashion Design
I really enjoy studying in New Zealand. I had the choice to study in London or New Zealand and chose New Zealand because I was focused on getting a good education in a safe location.
Studying at Bay of Plenty Polytechnic is different to study in
Saudi Arabia. Students are given the opportunity to challenge themselves. I especially love the after-hours access to the studio which has given me the opportunity to do what I want any time I get an idea – even at night.
The teachers here challenge us to look at world fashion and make us more questioning, more open-minded. I like that they respect our Saudi culture and environment. They really try to understand us and what we bring internationally. I’m looking forward to teaching when I return to Saudi Arabia, and am also going to open my own boutique.
Scan the QR code to hear Ohood talking in Arabic.
Fashion Design
The Bachelor’s Degree course here at Bay of Plenty
Polytechnic is amazing. The teachers are really creative, and inspire me to create my own designs.
When I am teaching in Saudi I want to be just like my teachers here.
At the beginning it was quite hard to adapt to the
“Kiwi” style. Designers in Saudi Arabia focus on evening dresses and formal wear. New Zealand focuses on detail and technique – simple elegance.
There are very few Saudi Arabian designers. Most full-time designers are foreigners. This will be a great advantage for me as I’ll be quite unique. I’ll be a professional fashion designer with my own flavour and design, without copying someone else. I’ll be able to be successful in my own business because there won’t be much competition.
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Cookery & Culinary arts Occupation Outlook
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There are strong employment opportunities in the catering and hospitality industry for well-trained chefs.
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Do you love food? Would you like a creative, hands-on career working as a chef in kitchens in New Zealand or throughout the world?
New Zealand needs trained chefs, food service and preparation managers and kitchen staff. Now is the perfect time for you to study for a Professional
Cookery and Culinary Arts qualification at Bay of Plenty Polytechnic.
In this two year programme students will learn to prepare, cook and present a wide range of hot and cold dishes to an advanced level in our purpose built kitchens and will learn to work under pressure creating meals for our oncampus Atrium Training Restaurant.
Field trips, guest chefs and visits to catering businesses and food shows provide plenty of opportunities to learn. Students are encouraged to compete in industry competitions – our impressive history of hospitality award winners proves that Bay of Plenty Polytechnic knows how to prepare great chefs!
Career Opportunities
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic has a long history of producing work-ready chefs. Potential employers include:
• Hotels and Resorts
• Commercial Catering Companies
• Function Centres
• Restaurants and Cafés
• Airlines and Cruise Ships
• Hospitals and Care Facilities
• Food Production Companies
BOPPOLY QuaLIFICatIOnS
InCLuDE:
• City & Guilds Diploma in Food
Preparation & Cooking
• City & Guilds Advanced
Diploma in Food Preparation
& Cooking Supervision
You may be eligible for a partial scholarship into this programme. Contact your representative agent for details.
New Zealand Certificate in Cookery / Culinary arts LEVEL 4
Start date February
Duration 1 Year
IELTS
Tuition Fee
5.5
NZ$19,000
Course Content Year One
• Introduction to Culinary Arts
• Pâtisserie Bakery and Desserts
• Culinary Fundamentals
• Culinary Applications
• Culinary Operations
• Farinaceous Grains, Rice and Eggs
• Complex Meat and Poultry
• Complex Seafoods
• Healthy Eating
New Zealand Diploma in Advanced Cookery /
Culinary arts LEVEL 5
Start date February
Duration
IELTS
1 Year (from 2016)
Tuition Fee
5.5
NZ$11,750 (Must have completed Level 4 at Bay of Plenty Polytechnic)
Course Content Year Two
• Advanced Food Production and Cookery
• Global, Local and Ethnic Cuisine
• Operational Procedures
• Supervising and Managing Food Production Staff
• Food Production Development
• Market Research
• Planning and Organisation
• Food and Beverage Events
• Menu Costing and Design
• Industry Work-Based Project (unpaid)
• Artisan Food Preparation
Great for employment

FOr
IDE inte aL rna edu tion al cation con sult ant s
You cannot provide immigration advice without a licence. If you would like to practice as a New Zealand immigration adviser, you’ll need the specialist qualification this course provides. You’ll study the
Immigration Advisers’ Competency Standards and Licensed Immigration Advisers’ Code of Conduct.
The programme was developed by Bay of Plenty Polytechnic, in collaboration with the University of Waikato, Victoria University in Australia and the Immigration Advisers’ Authority, to meet the requirement for a formal qualification to become a licensed New Zealand immigration adviser.
Graduate Certificate in NZ Immigration Advice
LEVEL 7
Start date February and July
Duration
IELTS
Full-time Tuition fee (in NZ)
Full-time Tuition fee (out of NZ)
Part-time fee (out of NZ)
Examination fee
NZ Immigration Adviser
Refresher Course
1 semester full-time or
1-2 years part-time
7.0
NZ$8,328
NZ$7,240
NZ$1,810 per module
NZ$100-$150 per module
NZ$1,622
As a graduate, you will have:
• Knowledge of New Zealand’s immigration advisers’ licensing scheme, immigration law, and immigration and operational instructions
• Competency in preparing, lodging and administering immigration applications, appeals, requests, claims and other representation
• The ability to communicate in English in a professional manner
• An understanding of what it means to be ethically responsible, culturally aware, socially responsible and professional.
Please note that the Graduate Certificate in NZ Immigration
Advice is an online programme. You can study the programme anywhere you are in the world in any timezone. study visas are not issued for this programme.
Graduate Certificate in NZ
Immigration Advice
I’ve spent most of my life working with students in the UK and NZ. After returning to the UK I realised that I could study from home for the online GCNZIA.
I loved the course. There was a lot to learn
– it really is full-time! The combination of legal understanding and real-life case histories was engaging. I have been a migrant myself and now I have a successful business helping people from around the world make that journey to
New Zealand.
Graduate Certificate in NZ
Immigration Advice
This was my first experience to do an online qualification. The course is very demanding, but the content is very good – highly focused, ethical and professional. Since I completed the course our business has grown and Immigration NZ has commented on the high quality of our visa applications.
The online classes were very interactive – like a real classroom. Being able to stay at home or the office and be in a conversation with people from around the world was really convenient. At any time I could go back and review what I had learned. The tutors were very helpful and answered questions very quickly. The course was also very good for the creation of business networks. I am still in touch with the other students to discuss cases we are working on.
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We also offer a unique specialisation in metallurgy, developed in partnership with the Titanium
Industry Development Association (TiDA).
Using specialised equipment in our teaching labs, learn computer aided design techniques, conduct materials and failure testing and demonstrate practical applications of engineering theories.
new Zealand Diploma in Engineering LEVEL 6 *
Start date
Duration
IELTS
February and July
2 years
6.0
Tuition Fee NZ$19,888 per year
The New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (NZDE) teaches you engineering fundamentals and technical literacy before specialising in civil, mechanical, metallurgy, electrical, electronic or power engineering.
You will be well equipped to enter careers throughout industry in all areas of design, implementation, manufacturing, analysis, safety and quality assurance.
Students who complete the NZDE can pathway on to the Bachelor of Engineering
Technology (BEngTech) and complete their bachelor’s degree in a further 1.5 years.
Please note that students will have to move to a new institution for the BEngTech.
arEaS OF SPECIaLISatIOn
Civil Engineering
You’ll learn about design, construction and maintenance of built environments, including highway, traffic and geotechnical engineering, structural analysis and design, and fluid mechanics.
mechanical Engineering - Including Metals Testing
You’ll focus on engineering related to manufacturing processes, including mechanical design and problem solving, CAD, material properties and engineering management.
Electrical Engineering - Including Power Generation
You’ll learn the skills needed to prepare you for roles in electric system design and maintenance.
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* Complete the NZ Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical) Level 6 and pathway into the
University of Waikato Bachelor of Engineering (BE), taught in Hamilton.

Engineering Occupation Outlook
InCOmE FEES JOB PrOSPECtS
Source: www.mbie.govt.nz/occupation-outlook/occupation-outlook
NZ Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical)
WELtEC
Bachelor of Engineering technology (BEt)
(taught in Wellington)
Start date February and July
Duration
Up to 2 years after completion of the NZ Diploma in
Engineering (Mechanical)
Prerequisite
Tuition Fee
NZ Diploma in Engineering L6
NZ$19,250 per year
The WelTec Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BET) forms the basis of a career as an engineer. The BET pathways directly from the NZ Diploma in Engineering studied at the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic. It focuses on the design and implementation of engineering technology, providing you with advanced critical thinking and problem solving abilities for effective engineering troubleshooting. unIVErSItY OF WaIKatO
Bachelor of Engineering (BE)
(taught in Hamilton)
Start date February and July
Duration
Up to 3 years after completion of the NZ Diploma in
Engineering (Mechanical)
Prerequisite
Tuition Fee
NZ Diploma in Engineering L6
NZ$30,475 per year
The University of Waikato Bachelor of Engineering
(BE) is designed for students wanting a high-level professional career in engineering. Emphasis is given on providing you with skills to develop, run and manage engineering companies. The BE pathways directly from the NZ Diploma in Engineering studied at Bay of Plenty
Polytechnic. You will be continuously involved in the engineering design process and creating sophisticated engineering products so will have plenty of opportunity for practical application of skills into real work situations.
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Students travel from all over the world to enrol in these highly respected qualifications, with their strong focus on conservation and sustainable environmental resource management. Bay of Plenty Polytechnic graduates have excellent employment prospects in the global marine and environmental sectors, including research, conservation, tourism, and aquaculture.
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Diploma in Environmental management LEVEL 6
Start date
Duration
IELTS
February
2 years
6.0
Tuition Fee NZ$19,890 per year
This Diploma will take you from the classroom to the mountaintops as you examine the challenges facing global environmental sustainability, and learn how to monitor, manage and protect natural habitats and landscapes. The
Diploma is very practical with hiking field trips to remote reserves and national parks in New Zealand.
You’ll learn outdoor skills including chain-sawing, allterrain vehicle driving, weed-spraying and first aid. In the classroom you will learn vitally important concepts of conservation and natural resource management, including ecology and biology, recycling and waste management, conservation and biosecurity.
Course Content includes:
• Geology
• Botany
• Statistics
• Conservation Issues & Perspectives
• Vertebrate and Invertebrate Biology
• Biological Surveying
• Environmental Reporting
• Freshwater Ecology Monitoring
• Ecological Restoration
• Coastal Management
• Zero Waste Management
• Biosecurity
• Outdoor Risk Management
• Leadership
Diploma in marine Studies LEVEL 6
Start date
Duration
IELTS
February
2 years
6.0
Tuition Fee First Year
Tuition Fee Second Year
Requirement
NZ$19,890
NZ$20,400
(additional fees depending on chosen electives)
Must be able to swim 400m
Our Diploma is recognised as the leading qualification in
New Zealand for students wanting very practical training in the field of marine ecosystem conservation and marine resource management. Tauranga is located on a beautiful harbour in the Pacific and students spend many hours in marine and freshwater environments studying the identification and conservation of plants, invertebrates, mammals, birds and fish that live above and below the water.
Students will become fully qualified SCUBA divemasters, or diving instructors and will swim with sharks and turtles, undertake night dives and even learn how to save beached whales. Students enjoy research trips to places like Papua
New Guinea, Tonga and Australia. Our graduates are working throughout the world in areas such as marine based tourism, marine conservation education, scientific research, aquaculture business, biosecurity and fishery regulation enforcement. All applicants must provide a ‘Fit for Diving’ medical certificate.
Course Content includes:
• Marine Science & Botany
• Marine Mammals & Invertebrates
• Marine Ecology & Monitoring
• Freshwater Ecology & Monitoring
• Marine Surveying & Reporting
• Fisheries Management
• Coastal Management
• Biosecurity
• Conservation Issues
• Coral Reef Ecology
• Aquaculture System Design
• SCUBA Diving (to Divemaster level)
• First Aid Certification/ DAN Oxygen
• NZ Coastguard Day Skipper Certification
• Marine Mammal Medic’s Certification

marine & Environmental Occupation Outlook
InCOmE FEES JOB PrOSPECtS
Source: www.mbie.govt.nz/occupation-outlook/occupation-outlook
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Bachelor of Science (BSc) majoring in Biological Sciences
Start date
Duration
IELTS
February
1 year
Prerequisite
6.0
Diploma in Environmental Management or
Diploma in Marine Studies with a B grade average
Tuition Fee NZ$27,975
If you’ve graduated with a Diploma in Environmental Management or Marine
Science with a B grade average, then you can complete one further year of study to gain your University of Waikato Bachelor of Science right here at Bay of Plenty
Polytechnic in Tauranga. International students will not only benefit from gaining multiple qualifications, but may also be eligible for TWO Post Study Work Visas.
This is a highly practical, internationally recognised degree with a lot of laboratory and field work and the opportunity to undertake biological research. You’ll develop valuable skills in applied terrestrial and freshwater ecology, marine biology, animal biology, aquaculture, coastal geomorphology and Geographical
Information Systems.
The programme has strong collaboration with other government and private environmental research providers in New Zealand.
Our graduates are working as Conservation officers, Environmental and Fisheries scientists, Marine and Freshwater Biologists and Restoration Ecologists.
Diploma in Marine Studies Level 6
I’m really passionate about the Marine
Studies course. It’s really cool and I’m enjoying myself. There’s lots to learn but the work is mixed with fun. Everything is put together to help us succeed. You go from PADI Open Water to Divemaster in just your first year. We get lots of other marine certifications as well, including
Boatmaster and Radio Operator. The tutors are great. They make everything interesting.
In Tahiti we don’t have the opportunity to study and dive together but at Bay of
Plenty Polytechnic there is lots of practical study and activities.
The absolute highlights of my course have been our long field trips, especially the week studying
Coral Reef
Ecology in
Papua New
Guinea.
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There are a range of fitness related roles available in the booming exercise industry, including sport coordination, personal and group training, nutrition and health promotion and exercise therapy.
Bachelor of Sport and recreation *
Start date February
Duration
IELTS
Tuition Fee
3 years
6.0
NZ$19,888 per year
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The Bachelor of Sport and Recreation, delivered in partnership with AUT
University, is a highly respected and well recognised qualification that opens many doors for employment in the fast growing sport and fitness industry.
Graduates are working as coaches, personal trainers, venue and facilities managers, professional athletes and fitness/nutrition specialists.
Throughout the course you will take part in industry placements that will expose you to different types of organisations. You’ll spend lots of time at sport organisations and recreation centres, gaining industry knowledge and making valuable contacts, and will enjoy field trips to snow ski areas, the AUT
Millennium Institute of Sport and Health and the University of Auckland anatomy laboratories.
Course Content includes:
• Human Anatomy & Physiology
• Exercise Science
• Sport and Exercise Psychology
• Applied Nutrition
• Sport Leadership
• Community Health
• Legal Issues in Sport
• Outdoor Leadership
• Sport & Recreation Management
• Human Movement Studies
• Performance Analysis
• Exercise Prescription
• Athletic Conditioning
• Sports Event Management
• Integrated Coaching Practice
• Industry experience
* Delivered in partnership with AUT University.

tourism Occupation Outlook
InCOmE FEES JOB PrOSPECtS
Source: www.mbie.govt.nz/occupation-outlook/occupation-outlook
National Certificate in Travel LEVEL 3
Start date
Duration
IELTS
Tuition Fee
February and July
1 semester
5.0
NZ$13,209
Diploma in tourism LEVEL 5 SPECIaLISatIOnS In:
Event management, Flight attending and Travel management
Start date
Duration
February and July
1 year
IELTS
Prerequisite
Tuition Fee
5.5
Student must have completed National Certificate in Travel
Level 3 if enrolling in Travel Management Specialisation
NZ$18,888*
The Diploma in Tourism focuses on the development of specialist skills for specific roles in the tourism industry. Students can choose from three highly specific electives:
Event Management
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic is one of the few institutions in New Zealand to offer a Level 5 Diploma in Tourism with a specialisation in Event Management. It is an especially good qualification to help you find part-time work in the tourism industry while you continue to study for your bachelor’s degree. Almost all tourism is comprised of short-term or seasonal events, so there is a lot of opportunity for graduates with specific skills in tourism event management.
You’ll cover a broad range of event management and conferencing skills, like planning, costing and evaluating events, sponsorship, risk and environmental management, and good media practices. You’ll organise a range of events on or off campus and meet with industry professionals, so that when you graduate you’ll have real life event management experience to offer prospective employers.
Flight Attending
The Diploma in Tourism’s Flight Attending specialisation prepares you for a career as a flight attendant in the aviation industry. You’ll learn about airlines, airline operating and safety procedures, first aid, excellent passenger service, and will also study aspects of hospitality and food and beverage service.
Field trips, including time in the aircraft cabin flight simulators at Sir George
Seymour’s Air Crew Training Centre, will give you invaluable hands-on experience in this exciting industry.
Travel Management
This specialisation is ideal for students wishing to work in a travel agency or travel consultant capacity. You’ll learn about the operational aspects of travel agency management and airline ticketing, travel industry knowledge, retail travel sales and computer reservations systems. This endorsement incorporates the internationally recognised International Air Transportation Association (IATA) approved fares and ticketing courses and the National Certificate in Travel Level 4.
Students wishing to enter the Diploma in Tourism Travel Management
Specialisation must have completed the National Certificate in Travel Level 3 unIVErSItY OF WaIKatO
Bachelor of tourism (Btour)
Majoring in Tourism & Hospitality
Management
Start date
Duration
February and July
1 year
IELTS
Prerequisite
Tuition Fee
6.0
New Zealand
Diploma in Business
Level 6 with a
B grade average
NZ$27,975
If you have completed the two years of study for a New Zealand Diploma in Business (with a B grade average) at Bay of Plenty Polytechnic, you are guaranteed entry into the last year of the University of Waikato Bachelor of
Tourism (BTour) degree, also taught on campus in Tauranga. International students will not only benefit from gaining multiple qualifications, but may also be eligible for TWO Post
Study Work Visas.
Tourism needs people who have the right mix of skills - managerial, environmental and cultural – to maximise the growth opportunities.
The BTour combines papers from
Management and Social Sciences, providing you with a broad perspective of tourism and hospitality skills highly suited to employment within the New Zealand and international tourism industry.
Course Content includes:
• Principles of Tourism
• Tourism Industry Management
• Accounting
• Commercial Law
• Organisation and Management
• Marketing Planning and Control
• Tourism Market research
• Economics
• Human Resource Management
• Public Relations
• Buyer Behaviour
*Note: Course-related costs are additional. Event Managment is NZ$550.
Travel Managment is NZ$550. No additional costs for Flight Attending.
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By studying one of our beauty qualifications you can gain valuable work experience in our fully equipped beauty salon or massage clinic and gain practical specialist techniques in beauty therapy.
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Certificate in Beautician and Cosmetology LEVEL 4
Start date
Duration
IELTS
Tuition Fee
February
1 year
5.5 with no band lower than 5 or
Certificate in Foundation Studies (ESOL) L4 with no band lower than 5
NZ$17,289
Certificate in Beauty Therapy
(Body therapy and Electrology) LEVEL 5
Start date
Duration
February
IELTS
1 year
5.5 with no band lower than 5 or Certificate in Foundation Studies (ESOL) L3
Prerequisite
Tuition Fee
Certificate in Beautician and Cosmetology
Level 4
NZ$17,289
Become a qualified beautician and cosmetologist, learning how to provide cosmetic treatments including advanced facial therapy, skin analysis, manicures and pedicures, depilatory waxing, eyelash tinting, eyebrow shaping and makeup applications. Gain experience at our on-site beauty clinic. Upon successful completion of the programme you will receive:
• Certificate in Beautician & Cosmetology Level 4
• National Certificate in Beauty Services (Beautician) Level 4
• National Certificate in Beauty Services (Cosmetology)
Level 3
After completing your Level 4 qualification, you may choose to continue on for a further year to train as a
Beauty Therapist. You’ll gain valuable work experience in our fully equipped beauty salon while developing practical expertise in electrology, figure analysis, Swedish body massage and heat and electrical body therapy. You’ll also gain in-depth anatomy and physiology knowledge.
There is a strong demand for Beauty Therapists and the combination of the Level 4 and Level 5 qualifications will provide you with a valuable Post Study Work Visa allowing you to seek work in the local beauty industry.

National Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care LEVEL 5
Start date
Duration
February
IELTS
Tuition Fee
1 year
5.5 with no band lower than 5 or
Certificate in Foundation Studies (ESOL) L4 with no band lower than 5
NZ$18,864
The National Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care teaches you skills to enhance young children’s physical, social, cultural and educational development.
It’s a qualification for you to begin a career in early childhood education and will support you in any application for higher level study.
Certificate in Social Service Studies LEVEL 4
Start date
Duration
February and July
IELTS
1 semester
5.5 with no band lower than 5 or
Certificate in Foundation Studies (ESOL) L3
Tuition Fee NZ$10,062
This Certificate introduces various social services available in New Zealand and how they are accessed by people with different needs. Students will learn how to establish an appropriate environment to provide optimal social service support, with the ultimate goal of helping people to function at their best.
Topics include values, ethics, laws and responsibilities, cultural expectations and client needs. Students will have lots of contact with social service providers in the local community. This Certificate also enables students to pathway into further study including the University of
Waikato’s Bachelor of Social Work or the Bachelor of Social
Sciences which are both taught right here in Tauranga.
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We can assist with:
• Applications
• Making arrangements for accommodation
• Student visa and insurance requirements
• Airport pick up on your arrival
• Orientation programmes to help you settle in
• Supporting you throughout your stay
• Learning Support
For any queries you may have, please contact international @ boppoly.ac.nz
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Applications
For information about how to apply to study at Bay of
Plenty Polytechnic, please refer to the details on the
‘How to Apply’ page towards the end of this prospectus.
Accommodation
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic can assist you by helping you to find the right accommodation to suit your needs. You can choose to live in a homestay or go into private rental accommodation.
Temporary Accommodation
If you need a place to stay while you look for permanent accommodation, Bay of Plenty Polytechnic can help arrange temporary accommodation.
Cost: $40 - $100 per day (not including food).
Homestay
A homestay is when a student lives with a New
Zealand family in their home. A homestay is a great environment to be immersed into, to learn about
New Zealand culture and lifestyle and you will have lots of opportunities to practice your English! In a homestay you will have your own room and have all your meals provided. We will match you to a family that is right for you. For example, if a student likes pets or vegetarian food, we will place the student with a family who can meet these needs.
Students who are under 18 at the time of commencement of their study are required to reside in a homestay approved by the Bay of Plenty
Polytechnic, if they are not living with their parents or a designated caregiver.
Cost: $230 - $250 per week, inclusive of food, power and laundry. It excludes telephone, internet and transport.
Private Rental Accommodation (Flatting)
Students who want to be independent can rent a house/apartment on their own or share a house with other students.
Cost: $100 - $160 per week (not including food and bills).
Please note that the cost of rent will depend on whether the flat is furnished or unfurnished.
Cost of Living
Your expenses will vary depending on how long you stay, what accommodation you choose and your personal spending habits. At the time of printing,
Immigration NZ require you to demonstrate that you have $15,000 per year available for your living costs. aVEragE PrICES nZ$ PEr WEEK
Accommodation (without food) $100 - $220
Weekly expenses (food & personal items) $60 - $100
Utilities (gas, electricity, water, internet) $50- $60
Transport
Entertainment
$30 - $70
$40 - $100
Prices shown here were accurate at time of printing (2014).

Student Visa and Insurance Requirements
Full details of immigration requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying and reporting requirements, are available from
Immigration New Zealand and can be viewed on their website at www.immigration.govt.nz
International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while in New
Zealand.
Airport Pick Up on Your Arrival
At your expense, Bay of Plenty Polytechnic will arrange an airport pick up service from Tauranga
Airport or Auckland International Airport. You need to provide us with your flight details and time of arrival and your accommodation address.
Orientation
At the start of each semester we hold an orientation for new international students. This orientation is compulsory and you must attend it before you start your programme of study. It is an excellent opportunity to learn more about New Zealand and studying at Bay of Plenty Polytechnic. Some of the topics that are covered include:
• Information about living in New Zealand,
our laws, culture and customs
• Information about Bay of Plenty Polytechnic,
our services and facilities available
• Information about the Code of Practice for the
Pastoral Care of International Students
• Immigration and Insurance regulations
• Your rights and responsibilities as a student
of Bay of Plenty Polytechnic
Supporting You Throughout Your Stay
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic offers a wide range of student services to ensure that you achieve your goals and get the most out of your student experience.
Student Learning Support
We have staff to help support you in your studies and ensure that you stay on the right track to academic success. We have dedicated staff to help you with:
• Academic writing
• Study skills
• Preparation for assessment
• Information literacy skills
• Research support
• Finding and using resources
We also provide medical care, a counselling service and a Student Experience Team, who arrange fun activities from ski trips to picnics and sports challenges throughout the term.
International students also have use of an oncampus prayer room, a well equipped aquatic and fitness centre and modern IT facilities. All students receive a free polytechnic email account, internet and wireless access and file storage.
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Bridging Courses
Tools for Academic Study L4
English
English Language L 2, 3, 4
Foundation
Certificate in Foundation Studies L4 automotive
National Certificate in Motor Industry L3
(Automotive and Electrical Engineering)
National Certificate in Motor Industry L4
(Automotive, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering)
Business & accounting
$3,144
$6,628
$10,708
$19,890
$19,890
New Zealand Diploma in Business L6
New Zealand Diploma in Business
(*Bachelor degree pathway)
$16,950
$18,870
Construction, Quantity Surveying & architectural technology
National Diploma in Quantity Surveying L6 (Year 1) $19,890
National Diploma in Construction Management L6 (Year 1) $19,890
National Diploma in Architectural Technology L6 (Year 1) $19,890
National Diploma in Surveying L6 $19,890*
Computing and Information technology
Diploma in Applied Computing L5
Diploma in Applied Computing L6
Creative (art, music, graphic Design, Fashion)
$18,864
$18,870
Certificate in Music Production L5
Diploma in Music production and performance L6
Bachelor of Creative Industries (Year 1)
$18,864
$18,864
$18,864
Culinary and Cookery
New Zealand Certificate in Cookery / Culinary Arts L4 $19,000
New Zealand Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) L5 $11,750*
Immigration
Graduate Certificate in Immigration Advice L7 (within NZ) $8,328
Graduate Certificate in Immigration Advice L7 (offshore) $7,240
NZ Immigration Advisor Refresher Course (10 weeks)
Engineering
$1,622
$19,888 NZ Diploma in Engineering L6 (Year 1) marine Studies and Environmental management
Diploma in Environmental management L6 (Year 1)
Diploma in Marine Studies L6 (Year 1)
$19,890
$19,890
$20,400* Diploma in Marine Studies L6 (Year 2)
Sport and recreation
Bachelor of Sport and Recreation (Year 1) tourism
National Certificate in Travel L3
Diploma in Tourism L5
Beauty and Cosmetology
Certificate in Beautician and Cosmetology L4
Certificate in Beauty Therapy L5
Early Childhood Education and Social Sciences
National Certificate in Early Childhood Education L5
$19,888
$13,209
$18,888
$17,289
$17,289
$18,864
Note: All fees quoted in New Zealand dollars.
Fees are subject to change
*Conditions apply refer to programme details
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Quoted tuition fees are for 2015 and are based on a standard full-time load at Bay of Plenty Polytechnic.
Fees may change depending on actual courses chosen at enrolment.
While enrolled at Bay of Plenty Polytechnic and studying the pre-requisite Diploma qualification, students pay fees set by the Polytechnic as quoted above.
After completion of the pre-requisite Diploma, students will enrol at the University of Waikato for one or more years to complete their bachelor’s degree. During this time, students pay fees set by the University.
To determine the cost of the study with the University of Waikato, please refer to the international fees schedule at www.waikato.ac.nz/students/international/fees.

PLEaSE nOtE that all international students must meet the academic and English entry criteria for the course they wish to study.
Australia
Argentina
Brazil
Canada
Chile
China
Colombia
Fiji
France
Germany
Hong Kong
India
Indonesia
Japan
Libya
Malaysia
Nepal
New Zealand
Norway
Oman
Pacific Islands
Philippines
Saudi Arabia
Singapore
South Korea
Sri Lanka
Taiwan
Thailand
United Kingdom
United Arab Emirates
USA
Vietnam
Successful matriculation of Year 12
Titulo de Bachillerato
Certificado de Ensino Medio
Grade 11 High School
Licencia de Educacion Media
Senior Year 3 Certificate of Graduation/High School Diploma
Bachillerato, or Diploma de Bachille
Senior Secondary School Leaving Certificate
Baccalaureate General mittlere Reife/Realsculabschluss
Hong Kong Certificate of Education (HKCE)
At least 55% average across 4 academic subjects in CBSE, HSC, or ISC
SMA 3
Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shomeisho (Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate)
General Secondary Certificate
SPM (Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia) Certificate of Education, or
CUE (Chinese Unified Examination)
Higher Secondary Certificate with 1st division pass
Please refer to programme brochures
Vitnemål Fra Den Videregående Skole (Upper Secondary School Certificate)
Shahadatat Al-Thanawiya Al-Amma (General Secondary School Leaving Certificate)
Pacific Senior Secondary Certificate with grades 1-5 or PNG Higher School Cert or Solomon Islands School Cert or National Form 7
High School Certificate of Graduation (Katunayan) - Forms 137/138
Tawjihyah (General Secondary Education Certificate) with minimum 60% overall
GCE O Levels in 4 subjects
High School Diploma
GCE O Levels
Senior High School leaving certificate
Matayom VI - MAW6 (GPA of 2.5)
GCE O Levels
Tawajihyya with 70% or better
High School graduation diploma
Secondary school graduation/national University entrance examination with a score of 5.0 or above
Some programmes of study have more specific requirements. For the full list please refer to the website: www.boppoly.ac.nz/go/international
International Students who have English as a first language: English can be considered the first language, or one of the first languages, of an international student if they provide evidence of one of the following: completion of ALL primary education AND at least three years secondary education at schools using English as the language of instruction, or completion of at least five years of secondary education at schools using English as the language of instruction.
International Students who do not have English as a first language: Students must meet the IELTS requirements (or equivalent) listed for each programme and achieve the relevant IELTS subscore.
For full details on English language proficiency outcomes, please refer to http://www.nzqa.govt.nz
(Keywords: programme approval and accreditation).
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Complete the application form with the required documents and send to: international@boppoly.ac.nz or submit online at www.boppoly.ac.nz/go/international
Please ensure that ALL sections of the application form are completed. The minimum documents to submit include:
• Application Form
• Passport
• Academic certificates and institutional
transcripts (translated into English)
• English language ability (IELTS or Confirmation
of Medium of Instruction)
• Copies of documents are acceptable, but must
be certified as true copies by a Notary Public
SEnD aPPLICatIOnS BY:
Email
Email your completed form with the required documents to international @ boppoly.ac.nz
Post
Complete an application form and return it to:
International Admissions
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic
Private Bag 12001
Tauranga
New Zealand
Phone
If you have any questions about the application or enrolment process, please call +64 7 5710 190 to speak to an International Admissions Coordinator.
Pay your fees using the details on your Offer of Place.
Please note the Bay of Plenty Polytechnic refund policy with regard to any changes to your enrolment. We will issue a receipt after your fees have been received. The fee you are required to pay is inclusive of medical and travel insurance. You will need the fees receipt when you apply for your student visa.
Paying fees from overseas
Payment of your fees can be made by telegraphic transfer, credit card (Visa or MasterCard) or bank draft to Bay of Plenty Polytechnic. Your offer letter will provide you with more details about how you should pay your fees.
You need to apply for your student visa with plenty of time before your course starts. You will need to include your Offer of Place and receipt of fees paid with your Student Visa application.
Please inform us of your arrival date as soon as you have made travel and flight arrangements. Late arrivals and extensions must be discussed with the
International Office prior to your travel to New Zealand.
If you require assistance in arranging accommodation or airport pickup (from Auckland or Tauranga airports) please contact international@boppoly.ac.nz well before you travel to New Zealand.
Once we receive your documents we will assess whether you meet the entry requirements for your chosen course.
Once your application is approved we will send you an Offer of Place . Your offer letter will include your tuition fee amount, instructions on how to make a payment and a deadline date for acceptance of the
Offer of Place. Please be sure that you respond to us accepting the Offer. If you haven’t satisfied all the entry requirements, English language requirements, or are required to submit further documents, then you will receive a Conditional Offer of Place . If you are enrolling into a programme that pathways onto a
University degree, you will receive a combined Offer of
Place that includes all of the programmes within the academic pathway. In some countries, Immigration
New Zealand will permit you to apply for a student visa prior to paying your fees – and will issue you with an
‘Approval in Principle’ confirming that you will receive a visa should you apply for one.
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic welcomes you to New
Zealand. You will join other new international students for the orientation programme and to commence your studies.

9-16 february
13 february
3-7 april
Semester 1 commences
(some programmes start later)
International Orientation (Semester 1)
27 april
1 June
Easter holiday
ANZAC Day public holiday
Queen’s Birthday public holiday
26 June Semester 1 ends
29 June – 10 July Study Break (Polytechnic holiday)
10 July International Orientation (Semester 2)
13 July
31 July
5-9 october
26 october
20 november
Semester 2 commences
Mid-year Graduation
Examination Study Break
Labour Day public holiday
Semester 2 ends
14-16 december End of Year Graduation
22 december Polytechnic holiday
immigration new zealand
As soon as you receive an Offer of
Place for your study at Bay of Plenty
Polytechnic, you should apply for a student visa. To apply, contact your nearest New Zealand High Commission,
Embassy or Consulate.
Full details of immigration requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements are available from Immigration New
Zealand and can be viewed on their website at www.immigration.govt.nz. student Visa Requirements
To obtain a student visa, you must have:
• An unconditional Offer of Place
• A receipt of payment of your Bay of
Plenty Polytechnic fees or a letter showing evidence of your scholarship.
Please note that some countries will allow you to receive Approval in
Principle (AIP) from Immigration New
Zealand before paying your fees.
• Evidence that you have sufficient funds to meet living expenses while in New Zealand or a scholarship that covers your full living expenses.
other Requirements
Medical
If you intend to study in New Zealand for more than 12 months, you will be required to complete a medical and x-ray certificate.
Police
If you intend to stay in New Zealand for more than one year, you will be required to obtain a Police Certificate.
obtaining and Renewing your student Visa
To comply with minimum academic requirements and meet the conditions of your student visa, you must attend
100% of your classes at Bay of Plenty
Polytechnic. If you are away from class due to illness, you must let your teacher know and keep a record of your absence. You must also show reasonable academic progress in your programme of study to renew your visa.
To obtain a student visa:
1. Apply online at www.immigration.
govt.nz/secure/Login+Student.htm
2. Or, complete a paper application form and lodge it at a New Zealand
Visa Application Centre. The location of these centres depends on where you are living. Full details on this option are provided by Immigration
NZ at the following website: www.
immigration.govt.nz/migrant/stream/ study/application working
Students may be eligible to work up to
20 hours per week, depending on their programme of study. On completion of eligible programmes, students may be entitled to a Post Study Work
Visa. For details, please refer to the
Immigration New Zealand website at www.immigration.govt.nz.
code of PRacTice
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the
Pastoral Care of International
Students. Copies of the Code are available from the New Zealand
Ministry of Education website at www.minedu.govt.nz/international 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 on their website 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, but 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 and Travel insurance
International students (including group students) must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while in New Zealand.
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic has arranged insurance cover for all international students who are enrolled.
Information about the medical and travel insurance that we offer is detailed on your offer letter or can be made available to you by contacting international @ boppoly.ac.nz
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Private Bag 12001 Tauranga 3143 New Zealand
Phone +64 7 571 0190 Fax +64 7 571 4470
Every effort was made to ensure the information contained in this prospectus was correct at the time of printing. However, development of our programmes is ongoing and changes may occur subject to Academic Board approval. Published days and times are indicative only and may be changed due to timetabling requirements. Bay of Plenty
Polytechnic reserves the right to cancel or postpone any course due to insufficient numbers or circumstances beyond its control. In this instance fees will be refunded in full. Bay of Plenty Polytechnic agrees to observe and is bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Minister of Education.
Copies of the Code are available on request from us or from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website at http://www.minedu.govt.nz.