About the university
Queenstown Resort College (QRC) is a private college in Queenstown that teaches hospitality and tourism management. Its two main programmes are 21-month Level 6 diplomas in Hospitality Management and Adventure Tourism Management: two terms on campus, a paid industry internship of at least nine months, then two final terms on campus. QRC also offers a Level 7 Bachelor of Entrepreneurship pathway and short technology courses.
About 10% of QRC's students are international, from more than 20 countries including India. Queenstown is a busy resort town, and the paid internship is one reason Indian students look at QRC. Diploma students are guaranteed a room in the college's lodges.
- Type
- Private hospitality and tourism college
- International students
- Around 10% of students, from over 20 countries including India
- Intakes
- January, April, July and October
- Diplomas
- Level 6 Hospitality Management and Adventure Tourism Management, 21 months each
- Paid internship
- At least 9 months and 1,000 hours in the middle of each diploma
- Graduate outcomes
- 85% of graduates work in their field (QRC diploma pages)
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
New Zealand Diploma in Hotel Management (Level 6) – Diploma in Hospitality Management
- Fee / year
- NZ$24,800
- Duration
- 21 months, including a paid internship of at least 9 months
- Intakes
- January; April; July; October
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall (6.0 speaking, 5.5 other bands) or PTE 50 (no skill below 42)
- Undergraduate
New Zealand Diploma in Adventure Tourism Management (Level 6)
- Fee / year
- NZ$24,800
- Duration
- 21 months, including a paid internship of at least 9 months
- Intakes
- January; April; July; October
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall (6.0 speaking, 5.5 other bands) or PTE 50 (no skill below 42)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (NZD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand Diploma in Hotel Management (Level 6) – Diploma in Hospitality Management | 21 months, including a paid internship of at least 9 months | NZ$24,800 | ≈ ₹13.4 lakh |
| New Zealand Diploma in Adventure Tourism Management (Level 6) | 21 months, including a paid internship of at least 9 months | NZ$24,800 | ≈ ₹13.4 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 Queenstown Resort College with similar universities in New Zealand.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- You must be 18 or older when the programme starts.
- Students educated outside New Zealand need the equivalent of 12 years of schooling (Class 12 for Indian students).
- All Year 1 fees must be paid before a student visa is issued; deferred payment is not available.
- For the visa you must show NZ$20,000 for one year of living costs.
Postgraduate
Documents
- Passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- IELTS or PTE result
- QRC application form
- Proof of funds for the student visa
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 |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 overall, at least 6.0 in speaking and 5.5 in other bands |
| PTE Academic | 50 overall, no communicative skill below 42 |
| TOEFL | Not listed |
| Pathway | Students can progress from partner English schools such as ABC College of English |
Accommodation and living costs
Diploma students are guaranteed accommodation. First-year students live at QRC Lodge in Fernhill, with breakfast daily and dinner Sunday to Thursday. Second-year and internship students can live at Shotover Lodge in Arthurs Point. Prices are 2026 rates.
| Item | In NZD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| QRC Lodge, twin share (with meals) | NZ$319per week per person | ≈ ₹17,226 |
| QRC Lodge, single room (with meals) | NZ$435–465per week | ≈ ₹23,490 – ₹25,110 |
| Shotover Lodge, twin share | NZ$228per week per person | ≈ ₹12,312 |
| Shotover Lodge, single room | NZ$370per week | ≈ ₹19,980 |
| Accommodation bond (refundable) | NZ$500one-off | ≈ ₹27,000 |
Campus and location
QRC's campus is in Queenstown, with student lodges in Fernhill and Arthurs Point.
- Two terms on campus, a paid internship, then two final terms.
- Internships of at least 1,000 hours with hospitality and tourism employers.
- Four intakes a year.
- Bachelor of Entrepreneurship pathway at Level 7 after the diploma.
Careers and graduate outcomes
QRC's diplomas lead to hotel, hospitality and adventure tourism roles, and many students are offered jobs by their internship employer. See our New Zealand guide for work and post-study rules.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Graduates working in their field | 85% | QRC diploma pages |
| Students progressing to a degree | 12% | QRC diploma pages |
Studying in New Zealand
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FAQs
What are QRC's fees for Indian students?
International tuition is NZ$24,800 a year (2026 rate) for each diploma. With course costs, the bond and placement fee, Year 1 totals NZ$28,000 (hospitality) or NZ$28,600 (adventure tourism).
When can I start?
There are four intakes: January, April, July and October. 2027 terms start on 11 January, 5 April, 5 July and 4 October.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with 6.0 in speaking and at least 5.5 in other bands, or PTE 50 with no skill below 42.
Are there scholarships for international students?
No. QRC's listed scholarships are for New Zealand citizens and permanent residents.
Sources
- QRC: home page (opens in a new tab)
- QRC: international students (fees and entry requirements) (opens in a new tab)
- QRC: dates and fees (opens in a new tab)
- QRC: Queenstown student life and accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- QRC: scholarships and grants (opens in a new tab)
- QRC: Hospitality Management diploma (opens in a new tab)
- QRC: Adventure Tourism Management diploma (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.qrc.ac.nz (opens in a new tab)
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