How to Apply
Step One
Post, fax or email us a completed international application with required documents. Please forward your application to:
International Admissions
CPIT
P O Box 540
Christchurch
New Zealand
Ph: + 64 3 940 8732
Fax: + 64 3 940 8642
Email: intladmissions@cpit.ac.nz
Download our International Application Form (PDF: 140KB)
Please ensure you have viewed the English Language and Academic Entry Equivalence tables prior to submitting your application, If you have any queries regarding this, please don't hesitate to contact International Admissions.
Step Two
We will let you know the outcome of your application. If your application is accepted, you will receive:
- an offer of place
- a statement of fees
Note: For students that need a visa approved, your Offer of Place can be used for your application.
Step Three
Contact us to confirm that you accept the offer, pay for the tuition fees, book your accommodation and we will send you an official receipt, an offer of place and confirmation of accommodation arrangements (please make sure you understand our refund policy for international students before you pay for the fees). Please refer to the Pre-Departure Guide for additional information.
Step Four
Apply for your student visa on campust (if you are in NZ) or at Immigration New Zealand (INZ), with your receipt and offer of place
Step Five
Make your travel arrangements to Christchurch, book your accommodation and airport pick up with CPIT and prepare for your departure to New Zealand. Please advise International Admissions of your arrangements as soon as possible.
Step Six
When you arrive at CPIT please remember to bring your passport with you to the Information and Enrolments counter in the Rakaia Centre on Madras street to complete your enrolment process. It is important that yo do this before starting class.
Admission and Entry Requirement
All CPIT mainstream programmes have academic entry requiremetns and English Language requirements. Students from non English speaking backgrounds must provide evidence of their English ability. This must be an accepted English Language test or evidence of their previous study in English. Specific entry and English requirements are listed in the Programme Listing.
Application/Enrolment Process for International Students at CPIT
