About the university
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is a public institute of technology in New Zealand's Bay of Plenty region, with five campuses: Mokoia in Rotorua, Windermere in Tauranga, and campuses in Taupō, Tokoroa and Whakatāne.
It offers certificates, diplomas, bachelor's degrees and postgraduate study in business and management, information technology, hospitality and tourism, nursing, engineering, construction, environmental management and more.
Indian students most often look at the Master of Management (Business, Health or Hospitality) and the Postgraduate Diploma in Management, which start in February and July, along with bachelor's degrees in IT, applied management and nursing. Toi Ohomai offers new international students a free airport shuttle and an international orientation.
- Type
- Public institute of technology in the Bay of Plenty
- Campuses
- Five: Rotorua (Mokoia), Tauranga (Windermere), Taupō, Tokoroa and Whakatāne
- Intakes
- February and July for most degrees and postgraduate programmes; nursing starts in January
- International fees 2027
- NZ$24,120–27,360 a year for most bachelor's; NZ$26,520 for a postgraduate diploma (indicative)
- Arrival support
- Free airport shuttle and International Orientation for new international students
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Master of Management (Business)
- Fee / year
- NZ$25,080
- Duration
- 18 months (180 credits) or 2 years (240 credits), full time
- Intakes
- February; July (Rotorua)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0) or NZCEL Level 5 (Academic)
- Postgraduate
Master of Management (Hospitality)
- Fee / year
- NZ$25,080
- Duration
- 18 months (180 credits) or 2 years (240 credits), full time
- Intakes
- February; July (Rotorua)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0) or NZCEL Level 5 (Academic)
- Postgraduate
Postgraduate Diploma in Management
- Fee / year
- NZ$26,520
- Duration
- 1 year (120 credits, full time)
- Intakes
- February; July (Rotorua and Tauranga)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0) or NZCEL Level 5 (Academic)
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Applied Information Technology
- Fee / year
- NZ$25,560
- Duration
- 3 years (360 credits, full time)
- Intakes
- February (Rotorua and Tauranga); July (Tauranga)
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or NZCEL Level 4 (Academic)
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- NZ$30,600
- Duration
- 3 years (360 credits, full time)
- Intakes
- January (Rotorua, starts 25 January 2027)
- English
- IELTS 6.5 with 6.5 in every band, or OET 300 in all sub-tests
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Applied Management (Business Management)
- Fee / year
- NZ$24,120
- Duration
- 3 years (360 credits, full time)
- Intakes
- February; July (Rotorua and Tauranga)
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or NZCEL Level 4 (Academic)
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Applied Hospitality and Tourism Management
- Fee / year
- NZ$24,120
- Duration
- 3 years (360 credits, full time)
- Intakes
- February; July (Rotorua)
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or NZCEL Level 4 (Academic)
- Undergraduate
New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) (Level 6)
- Fee / year
- NZ$30,720
- Duration
- 2 years (240 credits, full time)
- Intakes
- February (Tauranga)
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or NZCEL Level 4 (Academic)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (NZD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Management (Business) | 18 months (180 credits) or 2 years (240 credits), full time | NZ$25,080 | ≈ ₹13.5 lakh |
| Master of Management (Hospitality) | 18 months (180 credits) or 2 years (240 credits), full time | NZ$25,080 | ≈ ₹13.5 lakh |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Management | 1 year (120 credits, full time) | NZ$26,520 | ≈ ₹14.3 lakh |
| Bachelor of Applied Information Technology | 3 years (360 credits, full time) | NZ$25,560 | ≈ ₹13.8 lakh |
| Bachelor of Nursing | 3 years (360 credits, full time) | NZ$30,600 | ≈ ₹16.5 lakh |
| Bachelor of Applied Management (Business Management) | 3 years (360 credits, full time) | NZ$24,120 | ≈ ₹13 lakh |
| Bachelor of Applied Hospitality and Tourism Management | 3 years (360 credits, full time) | NZ$24,120 | ≈ ₹13 lakh |
| New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil) (Level 6) | 2 years (240 credits, full time) | NZ$30,720 | ≈ ₹16.6 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 Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology with similar universities in New Zealand.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Degrees ask for NZQA University Entrance or an equivalent; school qualifications from outside New Zealand are assessed case by case.
- Bachelor of Nursing applicants must be 17 or over and provide police vetting, references, a first aid certificate, immunity evidence and a health declaration.
- Apply with the international application form, directly or through an agent. Pay fees after Immigration New Zealand approves your visa in principle.
Postgraduate
- The 180-credit Master of Management needs a bachelor's degree with at least a B- average at Level 7 plus one year of relevant work experience and two references; the 240-credit pathway needs a bachelor's degree.
- The Postgraduate Diploma in Management needs a bachelor's degree or Level 7 graduate diploma in business or management.
- All applicants are invited to an information session.
Documents
- International application form
- Passport
- Verified academic transcripts (Class 10, Class 12 and degree as relevant)
- English test result (IELTS from a single test report form, valid for two years)
- Two written references for the 180-credit Master of Management
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 (bachelor's and diplomas) | 6.0 overall with no band below 5.5 |
| IELTS Academic (postgraduate) | 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0 |
| Nursing | IELTS 6.5 in every band, or OET 300 in all sub-tests |
| NZCEL | NZ Certificate in English Language Level 4 (Academic) for bachelor's, Level 5 (Academic) for postgraduate; NZCEL Level 4 costs NZ$8,760 at Toi Ohomai |
| PTE | Not mentioned on the programme pages we checked; ask Toi Ohomai before using a PTE result |
Accommodation and living costs
Toi Ohomai does not publish accommodation prices on its accommodation page. Its International Accommodation team helps with homestays, flats, hostels and halls of residence, and it lists current vacancies across the region.
| Item | In NZD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
Most programmes for international students are taught at the Mokoia campus in Rotorua and the Windermere campus in Tauranga.
- Mokoia campus, Rotorua: master's in management, nursing, hospitality and tourism.
- Windermere campus, Tauranga: engineering, IT and business.
- Further campuses in Taupō, Tokoroa and Whakatāne.
- Free airport shuttle and international orientation for new students.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Toi Ohomai's programmes are applied and practical. It does not publish graduate employment figures on the pages we used. For post-study work rights, see our New Zealand guide.
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Studying in New Zealand
Visa rules, work rights and living costs apply to every university in New Zealand. Our country guide covers them in detail:
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FAQs
How much does Toi Ohomai cost for Indian students?
Indicative international fees for 2027 intakes are NZ$24,120–27,360 a year for most bachelor's, NZ$26,520 for the Postgraduate Diploma in Management, and NZ$37,620 for the 180-credit Master of Management. Course-related costs are extra.
When can I start?
Most postgraduate and bachelor's programmes start in February and July. The Bachelor of Nursing in Rotorua starts in late January.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS 6.0 with no band below 5.5 for bachelor's and diplomas, and 6.5 with no band below 6.0 for postgraduate study. Nursing needs 6.5 in every band.
Which campus is best for international students?
Rotorua (Mokoia) for management master's, nursing and hospitality; Tauranga (Windermere) for engineering and IT. Business is taught at both.
Sources
- Toi Ohomai: International courses list (opens in a new tab)
- Toi Ohomai: How to apply (opens in a new tab)
- Toi Ohomai: Fees (opens in a new tab)
- Toi Ohomai: Accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- Toi Ohomai: Master of Management (Business) (opens in a new tab)
- Toi Ohomai: Postgraduate Diploma in Management (opens in a new tab)
- Toi Ohomai: Bachelor of Applied Information Technology (opens in a new tab)
- Toi Ohomai: Bachelor of Nursing (opens in a new tab)
- Toi Ohomai homepage (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.toiohomai.ac.nz (opens in a new tab)
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