Course overview
Graduate Diploma in Theology is a postgraduate (master's) course at Te Kupenga – Catholic Theological College in Auckland, New Zealand. It takes 1 year full-time (120 credits), with intakes in Two semesters a year; ask the college about start dates.
Te Kupenga – Catholic Theological College is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Te Kupenga – Catholic Theological College (Private) |
|---|---|
| Location | Auckland, New Zealand |
| Course | Graduate Diploma in Theology |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Duration | 1 year full-time (120 credits) |
| Tuition per year | NZ$7,734 (≈ ₹4.2 lakh) |
| Intakes | Two semesters a year; ask the college about start dates |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each band |
Interested in Graduate Diploma in Theology?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is NZ$7,734 a year, about ₹4.2 lakh.
2027 international fee: NZ$966.75 per full paper (incl. GST; the NZ$100 enrolment deposit each semester forms part of the fee). The programme page says the diploma is eight 15-credit papers: 8 × NZ$966.75 = NZ$7,734. Needs a degree. Sponsored students only.
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 Te Kupenga – Catholic Theological College for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Graduate Diploma in Theology: a degree-level qualification.
- International students must be sponsored by a diocese or religious institution.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each band.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each band |
| Other tests | Not listed on the pages reviewed; ask the college |
| Class 12 English waiver | Not offered on the pages reviewed |
Intakes
This course starts in: Two semesters a year; ask the college about start dates.
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 (or birth certificate plus two passport-sized photos)
- Letter of sponsorship from a diocese or religious institution
- Certified copies of Class 12 or degree certificates and transcripts
- IELTS result
- Valid student or work visa; medical and travel insurance if on a student visa
About Te Kupenga – Catholic Theological College
Te Kupenga – Catholic Theological College teaches theology in the Catholic tradition, with its campus in Ponsonby, Auckland, and offices in Wellington and Dunedin. Good Shepherd College's old website says the college merged with The Catholic Institute of Aotearoa New Zealand and now uses the Te Kupenga website. Its Bachelor of Divinity follows the University of Notre Dame Australia curriculum, run with the Catholic Institute of Sydney, and graduates receive a UNDA degree plus an NZQA-recognised qualification.
This is a specialist option, not a general study-abroad route. International students are accepted only if a diocese or religious institution sponsors them, they must study in New Zealand, and they may enrol only in the Bachelor of Divinity or the Graduate Diploma in Theology. The 2027 international fee is NZ$966.75 per full paper.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Graduate Diploma in Theology at Te Kupenga – Catholic Theological College?
The tuition for international students is NZ$7,734 a year (about ₹4.2 lakh). 2027 international fee: NZ$966.75 per full paper (incl. GST; the NZ$100 enrolment deposit each semester forms part of the fee). The programme page says the diploma is eight 15-credit papers: 8 × NZ$966.75 = NZ$7,734. Needs a degree. Sponsored students only. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Graduate Diploma in Theology?
The course takes 1 year full-time (120 credits).
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each band. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: Two semesters a year; ask the college about start dates. 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.
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