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Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management

Covering communication & marketing, environmental sustainability, Maori culture and creating a world-class visitor experience, this course puts you in the best position to take your pick of tourism jobs.

You will learn

All about the tourism and travel industry

Communication and marketing

Strategic leadership

Creating the visitor experience

Sales and distribution in tourism

Environmental sustainability

Designing a hospitality or tourism business

Plus loads more!

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Walt Disney World

Get an insight into the business operations of Walt Disney World one of the biggest tourism businesses there is!

Our exclusive job fairs give you the opportunity to be interviewed by industry employers from a range of companies

Study tours

Our multi-day NZ study tours could take you to Rotorua, Queenstown or other popular destinations to experience our tourism industry first-hand

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Front desk agent 

Tour guide 

Travel agent 

Customer service agent

Airline sales manager 

Shore excursion staff

Qualifications and Certificates gained

New Zealand Diploma in Tourism & Travel Management Level 6

Entry Requirements

Domestic Students

Applicants must have attained a qualification in tourism or travel at Level 5 or above.

Special admission may be granted to applicants (aged 20 and over) with no formal qualifications but who have evidence of relevant prior learning and work or life experience.  

International Students

All international applicants must:

Be a minimum of 18 years of age on day 1 of their course

Have completed Secondary School offshore, New Zealand Year 12 or have equivalent work experience

Have English language proficiency as outlined in the International Page on this website

Course costs details for domestic and international students are available  here .

I nternships

International & domestic.

Internships and work placements are a key part of the New Zealand School of Tourism studies. Hands-on experience is essential and 98% of our students have historically had job offers at the end of their work placements.

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Qualifications are issued by Yoobee Colleges Ltd. Yoobee Colleges Ltd is an NZQA Category 1 provider, the highest rating a school can be awarded by the Government.

Term dates are subject to change pending enrolment numbers, availability and unforeseen funding fluctuations. Yoobee Colleges Ltd reserves the right to modify schedules to make sure the College runs well and students are offered the best learning experience.

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New Zealand School of Tourism

New zealand school of tourism is part of the new education group, a leading independent provider of vocational training . it is the country's largest private tertiary establishment that specialises in training programmes for careers in hotels, airlines, travel agencies, tourism companies, cruise ships, conferencing, and much more..

With significant industry partnerships and unique employment networks, NZST helps open doors for an exciting career in the travel and tourism industry in New Zealand and around the world. On offer are courses ranging from from Level 3 all the way to a Level 7 Bachelor degree, so you can gain an education in New Zealand that will help ensure your future success.

As a category one education provider (New Zealand Qualifications Authority ), New Zealand School of Tourism support their students from day one and students are encouraged to develop creative thinking and problem-solving skills.

New Zealand School of Tourism has seven campuses around New Zealand; Rotorua, Wellington, Hamilton, Christchurch, Dunedin and 2 in Auckland. For those keen on becoming a flight attendant, the Auckland Airport campus is a world class facility covering all areas of flight attendant training. You’ll learn a full sized 737 aircraft and in a 747 service trainer. This allows you to get a real hands on experience for this exciting industry.

Whether you are about to leave school, thinking about a career change or returning to work, the travel & tourism industry can offer you a challenging role in an exciting industry. Check out the courses on offer at New Zealand School of Tourism and see how they can help you launch your new career!

You can read more details about NZST below, or contact our team of education agents directly to get free advice about studying in New Zealand.

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New Zealand School of Tourism course offerings for International Students

If you need help choosing your course and how to apply, contact our team here .

Hotel & Hospitality Management Diploma (32 weeks) Level 5

If you want a career in hospitality, hotels or resorts, this is the Diploma for you! The schools industry partners could see you working in the industry before you even graduate.

Diploma in Tourism & Travel Management (32 weeks) Level 5

The Travel & Tourism Diploma is the most exciting course on offer with modules such as Walt Disney, Marketing and Cruise Ship Tourism. You can even choose to go on a paid internship in tourism for the last 7 weeks of your Diploma.

Diploma in Tourism & Travel (1 year) Level 6

This diploma will prepare you for an exciting career in tourism and travel management. Covering everything from marketing and environmental sustainability through to Maori culture and how to structure a successful tourism venture.

Diploma in Hotel & Hospitality Management (1 year) Level 6

This diploma will prepare you for an exciting selection of employment options in a hotel or hospitality industry. Covering everything from marketing and financial management through to customer service and room division management.

Bachelor of International Tourism & Hotel Management* Level 7

Choose the Bachelor Degree if you want to truly immerse yourself in the Tourism Industry. You’ll work with the industry throughout your learning and be part of internships and projects. *Subject to NZQA approval.

Tourism, Hotel & Airline Operations Level 4

A unique course where you will learn and apply knowledge and skills across a range of tourism workplaces. Covering everything from travel agency operations to water transportation and cruising, you’ll have more choice and understanding of tourism careers.

Tourism, Hotels & Resorts Level 4

If you are considering a career in hotels, or involved in the organising, planning and managing of conferences, events, banquets and MORE, then this course will start you on your journey.

International Flight Attending Level 4

This course is a Flight Attendant Training Programme for those interested in a career as a flight attendant. The training you will receive will give you an in-depth understanding of the role and prepare you to apply to airlines.

Tourism, Airline & Flight Attending Level 4

The tourism industry offers a variety of roles including flight attending and roles with an airline or at the airport. A career as a flight attendant however, can take you all over the world.

Tourism, Travel & Airline Industry Level 3

This course provides an ideal entry into the world of travel and tourism. Whether you are are interested in working with an airline, travel agency, hotel, or any other tourism company, this course will give you the skills you need.

Auckland City Campus: Level 6360 Queen Street Auckland

Auckland Airport Campus: 3 Leonard Isitt Drive Auckland

Hamilton Campus: Level 8, 48 Ward Street, Hamilton

Rotorua Campus: 1178 Pukaki Street Rotorua

Wellington Campus: Level 2, Eagle Technology House, 135 Victoria Street Wellington

Christchurch Campus: 829 Colombo Street Christchurch

Dunedin Campus: Level 3, 9 Moray Place Dunedin

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Entry Requirements

Level 3, 4 and 5 Entry Requirements. You must meet the following minimum requirements:

• 18 years of age on day 1 of your course
• 4 years of secondary school or equivalent work experience
• Level 5 - IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with a band score no lower than 5 (or NZQA equivalent).
• If you have successfully completed a programme at NZQF Level 5 or Equivalent: IELTS of 6 Academic with no band below 5.5 or NZQA (or NZQA equivalent).
• Level 4 - General or Academic score of 5.5 and no band score lower than 5 (or NZQA equivalent).
• Level 3 - General or Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5 (or NZQA equivalent).

English Language Proficiency

If you are serious about a career in the travel industry or particularly as an International Flight Attendant, good English can be very important. If you need to improve your English before you start studying with New Zealand school of Tourism, you can study with our English school in Auckland, then go onto to complete the travel course, flight attendant course or both!

Further entry requirements 

There may be other entry requirements depending on the course you choose. Contact us for more information.

Academic Internships & Work placements

New Zealand School of Tourism has extensive partnerships with tourism and hotel industry. In their partnership list is Air New Zealand, Auckland Airport, Ski Resorts Canada, Accor Hotels, Hobbiton, Millennium Hotels, Fullers Cruises, Skyline Enterprises, House of Travel and Disney Cruises - just to name a few places where our graduates can get full time roles.

To put it into perspective, students who study a Diploma program for at least one year have the opportunity to interview with the schools partners, for example Disney Cruise Lines and Broadmoor Resort, Colorado, USA. If successful, your role will start after you graduate.

Paid domestic as well as internships internships are available for Diploma and Bachelor students, which provides the opportunity to complete part of their study through this arrangement.

Additionally, national Job Fairs are their for students to meet potential employers and are held in various cities around New Zealand.

Teaching Methods

New Zealand School of Tourism uses a variety of teaching and learning methods, e.g. use group work and group presentations, so as not to disadvantage any learning style. Trainers use accelerated learning techniques in the classroom and are available to all students 30 minutes before class is due to begin and after class finishes. Classes are small, ensuring student get the support they need from their trainers.

About 95% of the student’s at the New Zealand School of Tourism are New Zealanders. This allows you to improve your English levels more quickly and you may even pick up a Kiwi accent!

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New Zealand School of Tourism is bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by NZQA. Class sizes are around 22 students, which means you will get individual attention and support, and staff have the knowledge, skills and relevant industry experience in order to deliver high quality education to students.

Additional, New Zealand School of Tourism has partnered with Sonder, a 24/7 personal safety and wellbeing service, to support all our international students. The Sonder app is for personal devices and has a number of features, like “Track My Journey” and “Check On Me”, that will help students live and study in New Zealand with confidence - if you are walking alone at night, going on a first date, or meeting up with a stranger to buy or sell goods, for example.

Furthermore, if you are feeling stressed, anxious, lonely, or simply don't know who to turn to, you can speak to Sonder’s multilingual support team anytime via live chat or phone, and they can even send in-person assistance if you need it.

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New Zealand School of Tourism (NZST) Christchurch

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New Zealand School of Tourism is the country's largest private higher education center specializing in training programs for the airline, travel and tourism industries. We are also one of the oldest, having been helping New Zealanders take flight in their tourism and travel careers for over 35 years. If you want to study in New Zealand, NZ School of Tourism is a great choice. You will jo ...

New Zealand School of Tourism is the country's largest private higher education center specializing in training programs for the airline, travel and tourism industries. We are also one of the oldest, having been helping New Zealanders take flight in their tourism and travel careers for over 35 years. If you want to study in New Zealand, NZ School of Tourism is a great choice. You will join a school that loves to inspire our students to achieve successful careers in the travel and tourism industry. International students are an important part of our NZST community and prior to Covid-19 they made up around 5% of our total student numbers. We have close relationships with employers, who come directly to us for hotel, tourism and airline staff, which means there are many exciting job opportunities for our graduates. NZST Christchurch is the largest provider of travel and tourism training in the South Island. Located on Colombo Street, it is an easy walk from the shops, cafes and restaurants of Victoria Street and not far from Victoria Square, making it one of the best places to study in Christchurch. NZST Christchurch is the largest provider of travel and tourism training in the South Island. Located on Colombo Street, it is an easy walk from the shops, cafes and restaurants of Victoria Street and not far from Victoria Square, making it one of the best places to study in Christchurch.

- You will be joining a school that loves to inspire our students to achieve successful careers in the travel and tourism industry. - At NZST you won't get lost in the crowd, with classes of about 22 students. - You will learn by developing practical and real skills in the sector. - Build your confidence, your skills and your friendships in a fun and supportive environment.

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This programme includes modules in tourism marketing, sustainability in tourism, as well as a case-study on Disney World. Meaning you'll have heaps of fun while you learn how to channel your passion for tourism into a career.

You will learn

All about Walt Disney World

Tourism business operations

Risk analysis and management

Engaging with the tourism industry

Delivering exceptional customer service

Plus loads more!

You will also get the chance to experience a fun-filled study tour, as well as gain exposure to international internship opportunitie

Careers in Travel & Tourism

Front desk agent

Travel agent

Customer service agent

Airline sales manager

Shore excursion staff

Entry criteria

All international applicants must:

Be a minimum of 18 years of age on day 1 of their course

Have completed Secondary School offshore, New Zealand Year 12 or have equivalent work experience

English Language Proficiency

• IELTS: Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5
• TOEFL Paper-based Test (pBT) where the test was carried out prior to 1 October 2017: Score of 550 and an essay score of 5.5.
• TOEFL Internet-based test (iBT): Score of 46 (with a writing score of 14)
• Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First or B2 First for schools with a score of 162. No less than 154 in each skill
• OET: Minimum of Grade C or 200 in all sub-tests
• NZCEL: Level 4 (General) or (Employment)
• Pearson Test of English (Academic): PTE (Academic) score of 42 with no band score lower than 36
• Language Cert: B2 Communicator IESOL (LRWS) with HIGH PASS and no less than Pass in each skill
• Trinity ISE: ISE II with no less than merit in any band

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Christchurch school locked down as armed police surround house after reports of man with gun

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Armed police were called to Addington, Christchurch this afternoon. Photo / George Heard

One person has been injured and a Christchurch school was in lockdown this afternoon as armed police surround a nearby house after reports of a man with a gun.

Police say the were called about a family harm matter on Lincoln Rd, Addington.

“A person was reported to have a firearm,” police said.

“Cordons were put in place at an address on Whiteleigh Ave.

“Two people from that address are assisting police with our inquiries to locate the person of interest who is no longer believed to be in the area.”

Police say that a person involved in the “initial incident” has been taken hospital with moderate injuries.

Residents are being evacuated from nearby properties.

Police have surrounded a back-section property and the nearby primary school was advised to lockdown as a precaution.

“Police acknowledge that this may have been unsettling for the young people whose school went into lockdown and [we] appreciate their support,” police said.

Addington Te Kura Kaumatua posted on its Facebook page for parents to stay away.

“Please do not come to school for School Cross Country. We are in a police-enforced lockdown. Your children are safe in their rooms. We will update as soon as we know more information. Please avoid calling the school and tying up phone lines.”

But by around 2.30pm, the school said that the lockdown was lifted, adding: “School will finish at 3pm as usual but you are welcome to come earlier if you like”.

Police have also asked members of the public to stay away from the Whiteleigh Ave and Lincoln Rd area “while staff work to resolve the situation safely”.

Staff from a nearby business reported loud banging noises and said armed police had surrounded a property.

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