About the university
Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand is a culinary arts and hospitality school in Wellington. It teaches classic French cuisine and pâtisserie through 10-week certificates that build into the Diplôme de Cuisine, Diplôme de Pâtisserie and Grand Diplôme, plus a three-year Bachelor of Culinary Arts and Business (NZQF Level 7) and an 18-month Master of Applied Hospitality Management (Level 9). Classes run in demonstration theatres and practical kitchens on Cuba Street in central Wellington.
Indian students mainly look at the bachelor's degree, the master's and the Grand Diplôme. Fees for 2027 include food ingredients, chef uniform and knife kit for most programmes. The fees page notes that tuition fees rise from 1 January 2027, so confirm the figure when you apply.
- Type
- Private culinary arts and hospitality school
- Campus
- 52 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington
- Course levels
- Cuisine and pâtisserie certificates and diplomas, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree
- Degree intakes
- February and August
- Diploma intakes
- January, April, July and October
- International fees 2027
- NZ$30,200 a year (bachelor's) to NZ$81,700 (18-month Grand Diplôme)
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Culinary Arts and Business
- Fee / year
- NZ$30,200
- Duration
- 3 years (360 credits)
- Intakes
- February; August
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or equivalent
- Postgraduate
Master of Applied Hospitality Management
- Fee / year
- NZ$36,667
- Duration
- 18 months (180 credits): two 16-week semesters, then an industry placement semester
- Intakes
- February; August
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0)
- Undergraduate
Grand Diplôme (Cuisine and Pâtisserie)
- Fee / year
- NZ$54,467
- Duration
- 18 months (six 10-week certificates)
- Intakes
- January; April; July
- English
- IELTS 5.0 for Basic certificates, 5.5 for Intermediate and Superior (no band below 5.0)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- NZ$42,300
- Duration
- 9 months (three 10-week certificates)
- Intakes
- January; April; July; October
- English
- IELTS 5.0 for Basic Cuisine, 5.5 for Intermediate and Superior (no band below 5.0)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- NZ$42,300
- Duration
- 9 months (three 10-week certificates)
- Intakes
- January; April; July; October
- English
- IELTS 5.0 for Basic Pâtisserie, 5.5 for Intermediate and Superior (no band below 5.0)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (NZD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Culinary Arts and Business | 3 years (360 credits) | NZ$30,200 | ≈ ₹16.3 lakh |
| Master of Applied Hospitality Management | 18 months (180 credits): two 16-week semesters, then an industry placement semester | NZ$36,667 | ≈ ₹19.8 lakh |
| Grand Diplôme (Cuisine and Pâtisserie) | 18 months (six 10-week certificates) | NZ$54,467 | ≈ ₹29.4 lakh |
| Diplôme de Cuisine | 9 months (three 10-week certificates) | NZ$42,300 | ≈ ₹22.8 lakh |
| Diplôme de Pâtisserie | 9 months (three 10-week certificates) | NZ$42,300 | ≈ ₹22.8 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand with similar universities in New Zealand.
Scholarships
- UG
Bachelor of Culinary Arts and Business Academic Merit Scholarship
Value: 15% off tuition in the second and third years
Eligibility: Open to all international students on the Bachelor of Culinary Arts and Business; apply at least two months before the course starts.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Bachelor's degree: academic results equivalent to New Zealand University Entrance (Class 12 for Indian students); at least 17 years old.
- Diplomas and Grand Diplôme: at least 16 years old; no academic minimum stated beyond English.
Postgraduate
- Master's: a bachelor's degree in business, management or a related hospitality area (a B- grade at Level 7 or higher is listed on the fees page).
- Degrees in other fields may be considered with at least three years of supervisory hospitality experience.
Documents
- Passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree certificate and transcripts (for the master's)
- IELTS or equivalent English test result
- CV showing hospitality experience (for the master's, if needed)
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Culinary Arts and Business | IELTS Academic 6.0, no band below 5.5 |
| Master of Applied Hospitality Management | IELTS Academic 6.5, no band below 6.0 |
| Cuisine and pâtisserie diplomas | IELTS 5.0 (Basic) or 5.5 (Intermediate and Superior), no band below 5.0; Academic or General IELTS accepted |
| Other tests | Equivalent tests are accepted; ask the school which ones |
Accommodation and living costs
Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand has no halls of its own but lists student apartments, hostels, flats and homestays in Wellington. Prices below are as listed on its accommodation page.
| Item | In NZD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| UniLodge Stafford House (student apartment)Minimum stay of 19 weeks | NZ$319per week | ≈ ₹17,226 |
| Room in a shared flat | NZ$200–350per week | ≈ ₹10,800 – ₹18,900 |
| Homestay, half board (over 18)Through Host Families NZ; NZ$350 one-off placement fee | NZ$370per week | ≈ ₹19,980 |
| Homestay, full board (over 18) | NZ$410per week | ≈ ₹22,140 |
Campus and location
The school is at 52 Cuba Street in Te Aro, central Wellington.
- Demonstration lecture theatre, then hands-on practical kitchens for cuisine and pâtisserie.
- A typical diploma day: 3 hours of demonstration, 3 hours of practical work and 2 hours of self-directed theory.
- Diploma classes run 3–5 days a week; skills are assessed daily.
- The master's ends with an industry placement semester.
Careers and graduate outcomes
The bachelor's degree lists roles such as chef, culinary manager, hotel manager, restaurant owner or manager, culinary consultant and events manager. The school publishes no graduate outcome figures on the pages reviewed. See our New Zealand guide for post-study work rules.
| What | Figure | Source |
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FAQs
How much does Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand cost for international students?
For 2027, the bachelor's degree is NZ$30,200 a year, the master's NZ$55,000 for 18 months, the Diplôme de Cuisine or Pâtisserie NZ$42,300 and the Grand Diplôme NZ$81,700. Ingredients, uniform and knife kit are included for most programmes.
What IELTS score do I need?
6.0 (no band below 5.5) for the bachelor's, 6.5 (no band below 6.0) for the master's, and 5.0–5.5 for the cuisine and pâtisserie certificates and diplomas.
When can I start?
Degrees start in February and August. The 9-month diplomas start in January, April, July and October 2027.
Is there a scholarship?
Yes. The Bachelor Academic Merit Scholarship gives 15% off tuition in the second and third years, and international students can apply.
Sources
- Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand: home page (opens in a new tab)
- Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand: 2027 calendar and fees (opens in a new tab)
- Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand: Bachelor of Culinary Arts and Business (opens in a new tab)
- Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand: Master of Applied Hospitality Management (opens in a new tab)
- Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand: Grand Diplôme (opens in a new tab)
- Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand: Diplôme de Cuisine (opens in a new tab)
- Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand: student accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand: Bachelor academic merit scholarship (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.cordonbleu.edu/new-zealand/en (opens in a new tab)
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