About Ara Institute of Canterbury
Ara Institute of Canterbury is a public New Zealand polytechnic serving Christchurch and South Canterbury. Its public academic profile includes trades, engineering, computing, health, nursing, business, creative industries, hospitality and applied degrees.
University highlights
- A large South Island vocational institution with modern city-campus facilities and close links to Canterbury employers.
What makes this institution stand out
- Choose Ara Institute of Canterbury for access to trades, engineering, computing, health, nursing, business, creative industries, hospitality and applied degrees.
- Students can combine applied or academic study with the professional, community and employer opportunities available in Christchurch and South Canterbury.
Why Study at Ara Institute of Canterbury?
Rankings & Accreditations
No QS World University Rankings 2027 institutional result is recorded for this provider; this is not a quality judgment.
A statutory/public tertiary provider whose non-university programmes and quality assurance fall within NZQA's national framework. Confirm the current programme, delivery site and professional recognition before publication.
Programs Offered
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Level:
| Program | Degree | Duration | Tuition | Intake | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Analytical Chemistry | Others | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Accounting | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Architectural Studies | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication Design) | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil) | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Electrical) | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Mechanical) | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Medical Imaging | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Midwifery | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Bachelor of Music | Bachelor | — | — | ● Closed |
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Tuition Fees & Scholarships
Tuition fees and scholarship information coming soon. Contact the university for details.
Admission Requirements
UG Diploma/ Certificate/ Associate Degree
- Passport
Bachelors Degree
- Class 12th/+2/HSC Marks Sheet
- Passport
Masters Degree
- Bachelors Certificate
- Bachelors Marks Sheet
- Passport
Visa & Immigration
Student Visa Process
Most international tertiary students need an appropriate student visa. The Fee Paying Student Visa can be granted for up to four years, costs from NZD 850, and currently shows 80% of applications completed within eight weeks. Immigration New Zealand strongly encourages applying about three months before intended travel.
80% of Fee Paying Student Visas within 8 weeks
Monthly Cost of Living
Accommodation
NZD 606–2,097
Food and groceries
NZD 346–520
Entertainment
NZD 238 / month
Power
NZD 200–300
Public transport
NZD 160 / month
Mobile phone
NZD 19 / month
Internet
NZD 90 / month
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. It is part of New Zealand's public tertiary system. Its exact 2026 legal or transition status is recorded in the profile.
A large South Island vocational institution with modern city-campus facilities and close links to Canterbury employers. Prospective students should verify the current qualification, campus, language, fees and entry requirements on the official website.
PG Diploma/Certificate
Graduate Diploma in Project Management
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Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management
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Graduate Diploma in Event Management
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Graduate Diploma in Construction Management
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Graduate Certificate in Nursing
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Bachelor
Bachelor of Music Theatre
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Bachelor of Music
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Bachelor of Midwifery
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Bachelor of Medical Imaging
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Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Mechanical)
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Bachelor of Animation
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Bachelor of Nursing
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must have an IELTS score of 5 with no band score lower than 5; or an accepted international equivale
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