Course overview
New Zealand Diploma in Christian Studies is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course at Carey Baptist College in Auckland, New Zealand. It takes 1 year full-time (120 credits), with intakes in February; July.
Carey Baptist College is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Carey Baptist College (Private) |
|---|---|
| Location | Auckland, New Zealand |
| Course | New Zealand Diploma in Christian Studies |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Duration | 1 year full-time (120 credits) |
| Tuition per year | NZ$23,080 (≈ ₹12.5 lakh) |
| Intakes | February; July |
| English requirement | IELTS Academic 5.5 |
Interested in New Zealand Diploma in Christian Studies?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is NZ$23,080 a year, about ₹12.5 lakh.
2027 international fee: NZ$2,885 per 15-credit course. 120 credits is eight 15-credit courses: 8 × NZ$2,885 = NZ$23,080. Plus a NZ$50 student services fee per course.
Living costs for New Zealand as a whole: NZ$20,000–27,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at Carey Baptist College for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Bachelor's and diploma: the NZ rule is NCEA with at least 42 credits at Level 3 and 8 English credits at Level 2; ask Carey how it treats an Indian Class 12 certificate.
- International students must enrol full-time.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS Academic 5.5.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic, diploma | 5.5 |
| IELTS Academic, bachelor's | 6.0 with 5.5 in every band |
| IELTS Academic, postgraduate | 7.0 with 7.0 in writing |
| Other evidence | Equivalent results under NZQA rules, Cambridge CELTA, or at least five years of English-medium secondary schooling |
Intakes
This course starts in: February; July.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in New ZealandHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for New Zealand, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree certificate and transcripts (for graduate and postgraduate study)
- IELTS Academic result from the last two years
- Online application form
About Carey Baptist College
Carey Baptist College is a theological college in Greenlane, Auckland. It teaches Bible, theology, ministry, church leadership and mission, from a New Zealand Certificate in Christian Studies up to a Master of Applied Theology. Classes run onsite, online and by distance, and postgraduate courses are taught as block intensives.
Carey's NZQA programmes are open to full-time international students. It publishes 2027 international fees per course; a full-time year of the Bachelor of Applied Theology works out at about NZ$25,900 in tuition. The Master of Applied Theology fee is NZ$6,341 per 30-credit course, but its length depends on the entry route, so no yearly figure is given here.
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FAQs
What is the fee for New Zealand Diploma in Christian Studies at Carey Baptist College?
The tuition for international students is NZ$23,080 a year (about ₹12.5 lakh). 2027 international fee: NZ$2,885 per 15-credit course. 120 credits is eight 15-credit courses: 8 × NZ$2,885 = NZ$23,080. Plus a NZ$50 student services fee per course. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is New Zealand Diploma in Christian Studies?
The course takes 1 year full-time (120 credits).
What English score do I need?
IELTS Academic 5.5. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: February; July. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
