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Yoobee College of Creative Innovation

Auckland, New Zealand · Private · Est. About 30 years ago, under earlier names (no founding year published)

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

About 30 years ago, under earlier names (no founding year published)

Type

Private

Location

Auckland, New Zealand

Ranking

Not ranked

About the university

Yoobee College of Creative Innovation is a private college that describes itself as New Zealand's largest specialised creative and technology institution. It has trained people for the creative and tech industries for about 30 years under various names, and today teaches more than 1,800 students a year from certificate to master's level.

Yoobee is best known for animation, digital design, film and screen production, and software engineering. It is a Rookies Certified School and one of two New Zealand schools recognised for excellence in Toon Boom 2D animation. Classes are hands-on and portfolio-based.

For Indian students the draw is a set of one-year (45-week) master's degrees in software engineering, business analytics, healthcare informatics and management, with five start dates a year. Tuition is NZ$40,700–41,800 for the whole programme, and Yoobee offers scholarships of up to NZ$10,000 on master's degrees.

The main campus is on City Road in central Auckland, New Zealand's largest city, with further campuses in Wellington and Christchurch. Remember that Yoobee is a private college, not a university, so check how your chosen qualification fits your career and visa plans.

Type
Private training establishment; Yoobee College of Creative Innovation is a trading name of Yoobee Colleges Ltd
Students
More than 1,800 trained each year
Levels
NZQF Levels 4 to 9, from certificates to master's degrees
Campuses
Auckland (City Road, and South Seas Film School), Wellington (Bunny Street) and Christchurch (Colombo Street), plus online study
Intakes
Master's start five times a year (November, January, April, July, November); degrees and diplomas start in February
Outcomes
86% of students go on to further study or employment, Yoobee says

Rankings

    Popular courses with Indian students

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    Fees for international students

    Course fees
    CourseDurationFee / year (NZD)Approx. in rupees
    Master of Software Engineering45 weeks (3 trimesters), classes on Saturdays and SundaysNZ$41,800≈ ₹22.6 lakh
    Master of Business Informatics – Business Analytics45 weeks (3 trimesters)NZ$40,700≈ ₹22 lakh
    Master of Management45 weeks (3 trimesters); Strategic Leadership and Change Management, or Digital Innovation and Sustainable BusinessNZ$41,800≈ ₹22.6 lakh
    Master of Business Informatics – Healthcare Informatics45 weeks (3 trimesters)NZ$40,700≈ ₹22 lakh
    Bachelor of Software Engineering (Digital Engineering)3 yearsNZ$27,300≈ ₹14.7 lakh
    Diploma in Software Development2 years (NZ Diploma in Software Development, Level 6)NZ$27,300≈ ₹14.7 lakh
    Bachelor of Animation3 years (optional Honours year)NZ$27,300≈ ₹14.7 lakh
    Bachelor of Marketing, Design, and Digital Content3 yearsNZ$27,300≈ ₹14.7 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.

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    Scholarships

    • PG

      Yoobee Master's Scholarship

      Value: Up to NZ$10,000 off tuition

      Eligibility: International students on any Yoobee master's (Business Analytics, Healthcare Informatics, Management, Software Engineering). Based on a personal statement or scholarship interview; not everyone receives the full amount.

      Official page (opens in a new tab)
    • UG and PG

      Yoobee General Scholarship

      Value: Up to 25% of tuition

      Eligibility: International students on undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Based on a personal statement or scholarship interview; not everyone receives the full amount.

      Official page (opens in a new tab)

    Admission requirements

    Undergraduate

    • Bachelor's degrees: completion of Class 12 (HSC, CBSE or state board).
    • Certificates and diplomas: completion of Year 11.
    • International applicants must be at least 18 for the software and animation programmes.
    • Bachelor of Animation applicants submit a portfolio of at least 10 recent pieces of work.

    Postgraduate

    • Master of Software Engineering: a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, IT, physics, mathematics, business or a related field, with solid programming knowledge (preferably C++, Java or Python).
    • Master of Business Informatics: a bachelor's degree or graduate diploma in informatics or a business-related subject (Business Analytics) or a health-related subject (Healthcare Informatics). Applicants without quantitative subjects add a cover letter showing analytical ability.
    • Master of Management: a bachelor's degree, graduate diploma or postgraduate qualification in any discipline.
    • Relevant work experience can be considered instead of the usual qualification, case by case.
    • Apply directly through Yoobee's online application portal or through an international agent.

    Documents

    • Passport
    • Class 12 mark sheet, or degree certificate and transcripts for master's
    • English test result (IELTS, PTE, TOEFL or another NZQA-accepted test) from the last two years
    • Application letter in your own words, covering your background, reasons for enrolling and goals
    • Portfolio (Bachelor of Animation)

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    English language requirements

    English requirements
    Test or routeTypical requirement
    IELTS Academic5.5 (no band below 5.0) for certificates and diplomas; 6.0 (no band below 5.5) for bachelor's; 6.5 (no band below 6.0) for master's.
    PTE Academic42 (no band below 36) for certificates and diplomas; 50 (no band below 42) for bachelor's; 58 (no band below 50) for master's.
    TOEFL iBT46 (writing 14), 60 (writing 18) and 79 (writing 21) for the three levels; one test date only, no MyBest scores.
    Other testsCambridge English, OET, LanguageCert, Trinity ISE and NZCEL are accepted at the levels in Yoobee's table. Duolingo is not listed.

    Accommodation and living costs

    Yoobee does not run student housing or publish accommodation prices. Its international support team helps students arrange somewhere to live, usually a homestay or a room in a shared flat near the campus. Ask the team for current options before you book.

    Accommodation and living costs
    ItemIn NZDApprox. in rupees

    Campus and location

    Yoobee's campuses are city-centre buildings rather than traditional campuses, fitted out with studios, labs and production equipment.

    • City Road Campus, central Auckland, is the main base; master's classes may move to 345 Queen Street depending on numbers.
    • South Seas Film School in Auckland teaches film and TV production.
    • Bunny Street Campus in Wellington and Colombo Street Campus in Christchurch teach animation, design, technology and master's programmes.
    • Master's programmes run over three trimesters in 45 weeks.
    • Enrolment is with Yoobee Colleges Ltd, which also issues the qualification.

    Careers and graduate outcomes

    Yoobee's programmes are built around portfolios and industry projects in animation, design, film and software. Post-study work rights depend on the level and length of your qualification, so check our New Zealand country guide before choosing a programme.

    Graduate outcomes
    WhatFigureSource
    Students who continue to further study or employment86%Yoobee international students page

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    FAQs

    How much does a master's at Yoobee cost?

    For 2027, the 45-week Master of Software Engineering and Master of Management cost NZ$41,800 in tuition, and the Master of Business Informatics costs NZ$40,700. Resource and enrolment fees add NZ$3,000.

    When can I start a master's at Yoobee?

    Auckland and Christchurch master's intakes are 16 November 2026 and 18 January, 5 April, 26 July and 15 November 2027. Wellington starts on 18 January 2027.

    What English score does Yoobee need?

    IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0 for master's, and 6.0 with no band below 5.5 for bachelor's. PTE 58 and 50 respectively are accepted. Duolingo is not listed.

    Does Yoobee give scholarships to Indian students?

    Yes. International students can receive up to 25% off tuition, or up to NZ$10,000 on master's degrees, based on a personal statement or interview. Not everyone gets the full amount.

    Is Yoobee a university?

    No. It is a private training establishment registered in New Zealand. Its degrees and master's are NZQA-approved qualifications issued by Yoobee Colleges.

    Sources

    1. Yoobee: 2027 International Fee List (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
    2. Yoobee: international students (opens in a new tab)
    3. Yoobee: courses for international students (opens in a new tab)
    4. Yoobee: international entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
    5. Yoobee: international scholarships (opens in a new tab)
    6. Yoobee: Master of Software Engineering (opens in a new tab)
    7. Yoobee: Master of Business Informatics – Business Analytics (opens in a new tab)
    8. Yoobee: Bachelor of Software Engineering (Digital Engineering) (opens in a new tab)
    9. Yoobee: about us (opens in a new tab)
    10. Yoobee: home page (opens in a new tab)

    Official website: www.yoobee.ac.nz (opens in a new tab)

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