Course overview
Bachelor of Nursing is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in nursing & allied health at Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) in Napier, New Zealand. It takes 3 years (full time), with intakes in February; July.
Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Napier, New Zealand |
| Course | Bachelor of Nursing |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Nursing & Allied Health |
| Duration | 3 years (full time) |
| Tuition per year | NZ$30,000 (≈ ₹16.2 lakh) |
| Intakes | February; July |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.5, or PTE 58 with no band below 58 (single sitting within the last year) |
Interested in Bachelor of Nursing?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is NZ$30,000 a year, about ₹16.2 lakh. Over 3 years that is roughly NZ$90,000 (≈ ₹48.6 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2027 fee for one academic year; later years not yet set. February 2027 intake is full
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In NZD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Student Village room (Napier)Minimum stay one term | NZ$250per week | ≈ ₹13,500 |
| Student Village bondPlus 4 weeks' rent in advance ($1,000) | NZ$500one-off | ≈ ₹27,000 |
| Homestay in NapierFrom $325, minimum 4 weeks, meals included | NZ$325per week | ≈ ₹17,550 |
| Bedding pack | NZ$200one-off | ≈ ₹10,800 |
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 Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Degree-level entry equivalent to New Zealand University Entrance, including enough mathematics and English. Indian Class 12 applicants are assessed against this standard.
- Bachelor of Nursing needs referees, a health declaration, immunisation evidence, a personal statement, police clearance and a first aid certificate; places are limited.
- Apply with EIT's online international application form.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.5, or PTE 58 with no band below 58 (single sitting within the last year).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 (no band below 5.5) for bachelor's and the Graduate Diploma in Business; 6.5 (no band below 6.0) for postgraduate diplomas and master's |
| PTE Academic | 50 (no band below 42) for bachelor's; 58 (no band below 50) for postgraduate study |
| Bachelor of Nursing | IELTS 6.5 in every band or PTE 58 in every band, in one sitting within the last year |
| Other routes | Other NZQA-accepted tests, or previous study taught in English (conditions apply). EIT also runs NZ Certificate in English Language courses. |
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, and degree certificate and transcripts for postgraduate study
- IELTS, PTE or other accepted English test result
- Referee statements, personal statement and health and police documents for nursing
Scholarships
EIT international fee scholarship (net fees)
Most bachelor's, graduate diplomas, postgraduate diplomas and master's starting in 2027
Value: Lowers the fee to the 'net fee' in the 2027 matrix, for example NZ$26,000 to NZ$24,500 for a bachelor's year and NZ$42,000 to NZ$39,000 for an 18-month master's
International students on eligible programmes. Not offered on some programmes, such as the Bachelor of Nursing and Master of Health Science. Confirm with EIT's International Centre.
Official page
About Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT)
The Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) is a public institute of technology on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. Its main campus is in Napier in Hawke's Bay, with another campus in Gisborne (Tairāwhiti) and an Auckland campus for postgraduate study. It merged with Tairāwhiti Polytechnic in 2010 and offers about 130 programmes.
EIT is known for practical degrees in nursing, computing, business, viticulture and wine science, and for applied postgraduate programmes in management, digital business, logistics, IT and health science.
Similar courses
Nursing & Allied Health courses at other universities in New Zealand
- Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing)Auckland University of Technology (AUT)3 years · NZ$44,960 / year
- Bachelor of Nursing (Level 7)manukau-institute-of-technology3 years (360 credits, full time) · NZ$31,556 / year
- Bachelor of NursingMassey University3 years · NZ$43,570 / year
- Bachelor of NursingOtago Polytechnic3 years (360 credits, full time) · NZ$29,000 / year
- Bachelor of Nursingsouthern-institute-of-technology3 years (360 credits, full time) · NZ$26,000 / year
- Bachelor of Nursingtoi-ohomai-institute-of-technology3 years (360 credits, full time) · NZ$30,600 / year
More courses at Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT)
- Master of Information Technology (180 credits)18 months (full time) · NZ$28,000 / year
- Master of Applied Management (180 credits)18 months (full time) · NZ$28,000 / year
- Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management (180 credits)18 months (full time) · NZ$28,000 / year
- Master of Digital Business (180 credits)18 months (full time) · NZ$28,000 / year
- Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology1 year (120 credits, full time) · NZ$28,000 / year
- Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management1 year (120 credits, full time) · NZ$28,000 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for Bachelor of Nursing at Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT)?
The tuition for international students is NZ$30,000 a year (about ₹16.2 lakh). 2027 fee for one academic year; later years not yet set. February 2027 intake is full. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Bachelor of Nursing?
The course takes 3 years (full time).
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.5, or PTE 58 with no band below 58 (single sitting within the last year). 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.