INTERNATIONAL FEES

SIT offers affordable International Tuition Fees

Scholarship places are limited and apparent eligibility may not result in receipt of a scholarship. All scholarships require acceptance into the programme of study and will be identified on any offer of place issued by SIT.

Applicants wishing to be considered for a scholarship must include a statement of not more than 250 words outlining why they are a good candidate and should be considered for a scholarship.

Please refer to the table below for our list of International Tuition Fees in NZD.

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2026 INTERNATIONAL FEES

Master Degrees

Academic entry requirements:

Degree Holders and/or applicants who can demonstrate equivalent practical, or
Professional or educational experience in a related discipline may also be considered.

Programmes	NZQA Level	Duration	Intakes	English Requirement	Additional Requirements	Tuition Fee (Scholarship incl.)	Resource Fee	Total Fee
Master of Applied Management	9	1 1/2 years (18 academic months)	Feb, Jun & Oct	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 58 with no band score lower than 50	Bachelor's Degree or graduate diploma or postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma with at least a B grade average at level 7 or higher	$31,500	$2,200	$33,700
Master of Applied Health Sciences (Wellness and Rehabilitation)	9	1 1/2 years (18 academic months)	Feb, July & Sep	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 58 with no band score lower than 50	Students will have completed all requirements of a bachelor's degree or graduate diploma in a relevant field (such as chiropractic, health sciences, massage therapy, medicine, naturopathy, nursing, occupational therapy, osteopathy, physiotherapy, sport and exercise) with at least a B average at Level 7 or higher	$31,500	$2,200	$33,700
Master of Information Technology	9	1 1/2 years (18 academic months)	Feb & Jul	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 58 with no band score lower than 50	Bachelor's degree or graduate diploma or postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma in information technology or related subject with at least a B grade average at level 7 or higher	$31,500	$2,200	$33,700

Postgraduate Diplomas

Academic entry requirements:

Degree holders and/or applicants who can demonstrate equivalent practical,
Professional or educational experience in a related discipline may also be considered.

Programmes	NZQA Level	Duration	Intakes	English Requirement	Additional Requirements	Tuition Fee (Scholarship incl.)	Resource Fee	Total Fee
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management	8	1 year	Feb, Jun & Oct	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 58 with no band score lower than 50	Bachelor's degree or graduate diploma or postgraduate certificate or related subject with at least a B grade average at level 7 or higher	$21,500	$1,800	$23,300
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Health Sciences (Wellness and Rehabilitation)	8	1 year	Feb, Jul & Sep	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 58 with no band score lower than 50	Students will have completed all requirements of a bachelors degree or graduate diploma in a relevant field (such as chiropractic, health science, massage therapy, medicine, naturopathy, nursing, occupational, therapy, osteopathy, physiotherapy, sport and exercise) with at least a B grade average at Level 7	$21,500	$1,800	$23,300
Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology	8	1 year	Feb & Jul	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 58 with no band score lower than 50	Students will have completed all requirements of a bachelor's degree or graduate diploma in information technology or related subject, with at least a B grade average at Level 7	$21,500	$1,800	$23,300

Graduate Diplomas

Academic entry requirements:

Applicants must hold a relevant degree.

Programmes	NZQA Level	Duration	Intakes	English Requirement	Additional Requirements	Tuition Fee (Scholarship incl.)	Resource Fee	Total Fee
Graduate Diploma in Audio Production	7	1 year	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	None	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Graduate Diploma in Contemporary Music	7	1 year	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	All Applications must provide a high quality CD or DVD showcasing an audition performance. Telephone/Skype interviews may be required.	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Graduate Diploma in Hotel Management	7	1 year	Inv:Feb & Jul Qt: Feb &Jul	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	None (Available at Invercargill and Queenstown campuses)	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Graduate Diploma in Information Technology	7	1 year	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	Students will have completed all requirements of a bachelors degree or graduate diploma in a relevant field	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Graduate Diploma in Management	7	1 year	Feb & Jul	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	None	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Graduate Diploma in Marketing	7	1 year	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	None	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Graduate Diploma in Screen Arts (3D Animation)	7	1 year	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	Portfolio of work including examples of freehand drawings and a digital portfolio/showreel showcasing digital storytelling skills. Please visit our website for full details on the portfolio requirements. Telephone/Skype interviews may be required. Handwritten statement.	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Graduate Diploma in Screen Arts (Filmmaking)	7	1 year	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	Portfolio of work including examples of film and photographic work. Please visit our website for full details on the portfolio requirements. Telephone/Skype interviews may be required. Handwritten statement.	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Graduate Diploma in Screen Arts (Visual Media)	7	1 year	Feb & Jul	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	Portfolio of work including examples of film and photographic work. Please visit our website for full details on the portfolio requirements. Telephone/Skype interviews may be required. Handwritten statement.	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Graduate Diploma in Sport and Exercise	7	1 year	Feb & Jul	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	None	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800

Bachelor Degrees

Academic entry requirements:

Overseas qualification equivalent to university entrance and/or applicants with evidence of relevant prior learning and work experience.

Programmes	NZQA Level	Duration	Intakes	English Requirement	Additional Requirements	Tuition Fee (Scholarship incl.)	Resource Fee	Total Fee
Bachelor of Audio Production	7	3 years	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	None	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Bachelor of Commerce	7	3 years	Feb & Jul	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	Students that successfully complete a minimum of 3 papers from the New Zealand Diploma in Business may transfer their enrolment to the Bachelor of Commerce programme.	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Bachelor of Contemporary Music	7	3 years	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	All applicants must provide a high quality CD or DVD showcasing an audition performance. Telephone/Skype interviews may be required.	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Bachelor of Environmental Management	7	3 years	Feb & Jul	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	None	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Majors in Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering)	7	3 years	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	None	$19,500	$1,800	$21,300
Bachelor of Hotel Management	7	3 years	Inv: Feb & Jul Qt:Feb & Jul	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	(Available at Invercargill and Queenstown campuses)	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Bachelor of Information Technology	7	3 years	Feb & Jul	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	Applicants with evidence of relevant prior learning and work experience are encouraged to apply.	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Bachelor of Nursing	7	3 years	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.5 in all bands OET Test Minimum of Grade C+ or 300 in all sub-tests	Applicants with evidence of relevant prior learning and work experience are encouraged to apply.	$26,000	$1,800	$27,800
Bachelor of Screen Arts (with majors in Animation, Digital Content Creation, Film & Game Design	7	3 years	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	Portfolio of work including examples of freehand drawings and latest artwork. Please visit our website for full details on the portfolio requirements. Telephone/Skype interviews may be required. Handwritten statements	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise	7	3 years	Feb & Jul	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	Pre-entry testing may be required. Prior learning should be at NZQA Level 4 standard. Telephone/online interviews may be required.	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800

Diplomas/New Zealand Diplomas

Programmes	NZQA Level	Duration	Intakes	English Requirement	Additional Requirements	Tuition Fee (Scholarship incl.)	Resource Fee	Total Fee
New Zealand Diploma in Audio Engineering (Level 5)	5	1 year	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.0 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 42 with no band score lower than 36	None	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
New Zealand Diploma in Audio Engineering (Level 6)	6	1 year	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	Successful completion of the NZ Diploma in Audio Engineering and Production (Level 5) Special entry may be granted where evidence exists that the applicant can successfully complete the programme	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
Diploma in Agriculture (Level 5) (in collaboration with Massey University) only available at Telford specialist campus in Balclutha	5	1 year	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.0 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 42 with no band score lower than 36	Mature students are welcome to apply. All applicants must be prepared to meet the work ethic required for a career in the agriculture industry.	$19,500	$1,800	$21,300
Diploma in Culinary Excellence (Level 5)	5	2 years	Feb & Jul	IELTS Test - Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.0 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 42 with no band score lower than 36	Mature students are welcome to apply. All applicants must be prepared to meet the work ethic required for a career in the agriculture industry.	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
New Zealand Diploma in Animation (Level 5)	5	1 year	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.0 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 42 with no band score lower than 36	Portfolio of work including examples of freehand drawings and latest artwork. Please visit our website for full details on the portfolio requirements. Telephone/Skype interviews may be required.	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
New Zealand Diploma in Animation (Level 6)	6	1 year	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	Portfolio of work including examples of freehand drawings and latest artwork. Please visit our website for full details on the portfolio requirements. Telephone/Skype interviews may be required.	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology (Level 6)	6	2 years	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	Portfolio of work including examples of freehand drawings and latest artwork. Please visit our website for full details on the portfolio requirements. Telephone/Skype interviews may be required.	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5)	5	1 year	Feb & July	IELTS Test - Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.0 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 42 with no band score lower than 36	None	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying) (Level 6)	6	2 years	Feb & July	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	Four years secondar education and/or New Zealand Trade Certificate in Carpentry or National Certificate in Carpentry. Mature students are welcome to apply.	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil/Mechanical) (Level 6)	6	2 years	Feb & July	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English - PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42	Adequate literacy and numeracy and/or appropriate trades training.	$19,500	$1,800	$21,300
New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing (Level 5)	5	1 1/2 years (18 academic months)	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.5 in all bands OET Test Minimum of Grade C+ or 300 in all sub-tests	High school graduates with Science, English, Chemistry and Biology. Students must have a current comprehensive First Aid certificate whilst training for the course (this can be obtained through SIT, Red Cross or St Johns). Telephone/Skype interviews may be required.	$29,000	$2,700	$31,700
New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 5)	5	1 year	Inv: Feb & Jul Qt: Feb & Jul	IELTS Test - Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.0 Pearson Test of English- PTE (Academic) score of 42 with no brand score lower than 36	18 years of age. Completed minimum four years' secondary education (Available at Invercargill and Queenstown campus)	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 6)	6	1 year	Inv: Feb & Jul Qt: Feb & Jul	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English- PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no brand score lower than 42	Successful completion of New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 5) (Available at Invercargill and Queenstown campuses)	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
New Zealand Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Companion Animals Veterinary Nursing) (Level 6)	6	2 years	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 Pearson Test of English- PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no brand score lower than 42 Needs access to car in order to attend weekly placements.	Adequate literacy and numeracy with relevant science subjects Telephone/online interviews may be required.	$23,500	$1,800	$25,300
New Zealand Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (Practice and Applied Practice) (Level 5)	5	1 year	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.0 Pearson Test of English- PTE (Academic) score of 42 with no brand score lower than 36	None	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800

Foundation Programmes

SIT offers a range of specialist foundation programmes to prepare you for success in our advanced qualifications. Choose from these specialist on-site programmes:

Programmes	NZQA Level	Duration	Intakes	English Requirement	Tuition Fee (Scholarship incl.)	Resource Fee	Total Fee
New Zealand Certificate in Business (Small Business)	4	18 weeks	Jul	IELTS Test - Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.0 Pearson Test of English- PTE (Academic) score of 42 with no brand score lower than 36	$9,250	$900	$10,150 for 1 semester study
New Zealand Certificate Study and Employment Pathways (Nursing and Health)	4	20 weeks	Jul	IELTS Test - Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.0 Pearson Test of English- PTE (Academic) score of 42 with no brand score lower than 36	$9,250	$900	$10,150 for 1 semester study
New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering	3	1 year	Feb	IELTS Test - General or Academic score of 5.0 in all bands Pearson Test of English- PTE (Academic) score of 36 in all bands	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services (Level 4) with strand in Mental Health and Addiction Support	4	1 year	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 5.5 with no brand score lower than 5.0 Pearson Test of English- PTE (Academic) score of 42 with no brand score lower than 36	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services) (Level 4) with strand in Social Services	4	1 year	Feb	IELTS Test - Academic score of 5.5 with no brand score lower than 5.0 Pearson Test of English- PTE (Academic) score of 42 with no brand score lower than 36	$19,000	$1,800	$20,800

English Courses & Training Schemes

Programmes	Duration	Intakes	Tuition Fee	Other Fees	Total Fee
General English plus Examination Preparation Training Scheme	26 weeks full-time	Starts every Monday	$9,000 bond	$520 Insurance	$9,520
Note: If the student is unable to meet the required level of English, they may then enrol for further General English (minimum 12 weeks at $330 per week (plus $20 per week for insurance) or the New Zealand Certificate in English Language *further enrolment will not be eligible for the Zero Fees Scholarship and the fees/bond paid will not be credited into the mainstream program
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Applied) (Level 3)	17 weeks full-time	2026: 9 Feb & 6 Jul 2027: 15 Feb & 28 Jun	$5,200 bond	$800 Resource	$6,000
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 4)	17 weeks full-time	2026: 2 Mar, 6 Jul & 30 Nov 2027: 5 Jul & 1 Nov	$5,200 bond	$800 Resource	$6,000
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 5)	17 weeks full-time	2026: 18 May, 3 Aug & 16 Nov 2027: 3 May & 15 Nov	$5,200 bond	$800 Resource	$6,000

Fees Disclaimer

While every effort is made to ensure that this programme information is accurate, SIT reserves the right to amend, alter, or withdraw any of the contained information.

The fees shown are indicative only. Both domestic and international fees are subject to change and are dependent on the development and implementation of Government policies. Funding allocations are limited and may not be available each semester.

Paying Your Fees

When you receive your Offer of Place, we will send you an invoice for the programme costs. Simply follow the directions on that invoice to pay your fees.

As soon as we can see your fees have been paid, we will provide you with a receipt. Use this receipt, and your offer of place, to obtain your student visa.

Our Bank Details

Westpac New Zealand
25 Esk Street, Invercargill 9810 New Zealand

Account name: Southern Institute of Technology
Account number: 03-1750-0500690-003
Swift code: WPACNZ2W
Reference: Your invoice number (top right of invoice)

Once you have paid, email us to advise the bank transfer has been sent, the amount, and the date this was completed.

Convera

Secure and Fast International Payments with Convera

We’ve partnered with Convera, to make paying your fees simple, secure, and reliable. Convera allows international students to pay in their local currency using familiar payment methods, including bank transfer, credit or debit card, e-wallets, and alternative options such as Alipay and UnionPay. This helps ensure your payment arrives on time and in full, with transparent pricing and competitive exchange rates.

To make an international payment, click here to visit students.convera.com/sitnz.

Use your Offer of Place ID as the payment reference.

Insurance

Medical and travel insurance are compulsory for international students studying in New Zealand.

Insurance is included in SIT’s International Fees. We automatically organise insurance for mainstream students through the resource fee, so that is one less thing to worry about. Insurance for English will be arranged at $15.00 per week.