Graduate Diploma in Supply Chain Logistics 

at Ara Institute of Canterbury, Christchurch

International students who wish to study at Ara Institute of Canterbury meet the entry requirements as per the course. We have mentioned below the general entry requirements for undergraduate and graduate admission below:

Undergraduate Admission Requirements at Ara

• Complete high school in a relevant discipline with required score
• Meet the English language requirements
• Submit a portfolio of work (if asked)

Graduate Admission Requirements at Ara

• Complete a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with required score
• Meet the English language requirements
• Submit a portfolio of work (if asked)

Read more about the New Zealand Master Degree Requirements for International Students

Yes, the first-year at Ara Institute of Canterbury is free for international students if they meet the government’s eligibility criteria. Applicants are also eligible for study for free if the programme is covered by the government's Targeted Training and Apprenticeship Fund (TTAF). Students can also check the Ara Institute of Canterbury scholarships if studying
for longer than a year, or if don’t qualify for fees-free study.

The Ara Institute of Canterbury cost of studying for international students is ranges from INR 9 L to INR 12 L. The Ara tuition fees vary by programs. The below table includes the first year Ara Institute of Canterbury fees:

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Those students whose first language is not English must meet the below English language requirements:

English Proficiency Requirements

International applicants need to meet the following English requirements as per the New Zealand Qualification Authority (NZQA):

Students can also check How to Study in New Zealand without IELTS Test

Ara Institute of Canterbury is a cost effective institute for international students to study in New Zealand. 

The Ara Institute of Canterbury cost of studying for international students is ranges from INR 9 L to INR 12 L. The Ara tuition fees vary by programs. The below table includes the first year Ara Institute of Canterbury fees:

Check the Cost of Studying in New Zealand for International Students 2023

Both Manukau Institute of Technology and Ara Institute Of Canterbury are among the popular universities to study Diploma in Hospitality in New Zealand. We have compared them in the below table in terms of their tuition fees for Graduate Diploma in hospitality and ranking:

As per the above table, both universities offer the hospitality programme at same rate. Hence, its on you in which institute you would like to apply.

Also check the Study in New Zealand: Application process to Postgraduate courses

The Ara University of Canterbury provides several scholarships to students that can save them a good amount on their tuition fees. Ara University of Canterbury scholarships are based on sporting achievements, community leadership, and academic excellence of the students. We have mentioned below some of the popular scholarships at the

Ara Advantage Scholarship: It consists of various scholarships funded by Ara, such as:

·      Equity Scholarship: A scholarship of NZD 4,000 is offered to undergraduate and graduate students facing financial challenges or inequitable circumstances to study at the university.

·      Excellence Scholarship: A scholarship of NZD 4,000 is offered to undergraduate and graduate students based on their high academic achievements at the university. It is given for up to 12 months.

·      Leadership Scholarship: A scholarship of NZD 4,000 is offered to support undergraduate and graduate students who exhibit leadership potential at the university.

Hardship Scholarships: Hardship scholarships are offered to students who require financial assistance. The scholarship amount varies according to the financial conditions of students. It includes the following financial aid options:

·      Emergency Assistance Grant

·      Ara Hardship Grant

·      Ara Completion Grant

·      Study and Living Scholarship

Focus Scholarships: Community donors and industries offer Focus Scholarships. It is generally offered in a specific study area, level of study, or purpose. The scholarships are:

·      Beca Engineering Scholarship

·      Freemasons Christchurch Nursing Scholarship

·      Gordon Fairweather Engineering Scholarship

·      Graduate Women Placement Support

Read more about the Scholarships to Study in New Zealand

After submitting the Ara Institute of Canterbury admission application, the university will review all the details and if everything is fine then you should receive an Offer of Place within 10 business days. Delays can happen due to following reasons:

·      Your application being incomplete (missing supporting documents)

·      The department selection process

·      Number of seats are less

·      Public holidays in New Zealand