Application Process
We have three programmes of study:
| Programme | Level | Study Length | Entry Requirements
See Application Questionnaire & checklist for further detail |
Applications Open | Start Date | Studylink/Fees-Free for eligible students |
| Bachelor of Natural Medicine | Level 7 | 3 – 5 years | Science requirements
English language requirements |
October
Applications Now Open for International Students |
February | Final Year Fees-Free – Yes
Student Loan – only available for more than one course |
| NZ Diploma in Holistic Nutrition | Level 6 | 2 years full-time | Science requirements
English language requirements |
December | February | Final Year Fees-Free – Yes
Student Loan – Yes Student Allowance – Yes |
| NZ Certificate in Study & Employment Pathways – Natural Medicine | Level 4 | 6 months | English language requirements | May | July | Final Year Fees-Free – No
Student Loan – Yes Student Allowance – Yes (full-time only) |
| Personal Interest | (Enrolment in individual Bachelor of Natural Medicine Year One courses when class numbers allow) | 6 months | May & October | February & July | No (self-funded) |
Please ensure you have read the information provided about our programmes BEFORE you apply.
We are expecting high demand and we encourage you to apply early.
PART ONE – APPLY TO STUDY
- In preparation for completing the application form, please prepare your supporting documents as below:
– Application Questionnaire & Study Plan
– Certified Identification, academic transcripts (if relevant), proof of English proficiency (if relevant). NB: It may take time to have your documents certified. - Complete the application form and upload your supporting documents.
– If you cannot upload all the documents required, please save your application form, and contact us for assistance.
– Incomplete applications will not be considered.
PART TWO – SELECTION PROCESS and OFFER OF PLACE
- Within 10 days of submitting your application, we will let you know whether you have been selected for an interview.
– Diploma of Holistic Nutrition and Bachelor of Natural Medicine applicants will be requested to pay an application fee of $138 incl. GST. Payment details will be provided. Your interview will be arranged on receipt of payment.
– There is no application fee for the NZ Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways – Natural Medicine, or Certificate of Personal Interest courses. - Interviews will be scheduled online or on-campus in Ellerslie, Auckland. You will be sent the interview questions in advance.
- Prior to your interview, please watch the information video which provides details about the programme.
- You may be invited to a second interview if there are points that the enrolment team wish to clarify.
- All applicants will be notified of the outcome after the selection process has taken place.
- If you are offered a conditional ‘Offer of Place’ in a programme at SPCNM, you must sign and return all forms before you receive confirmation of your enrolment.
PART THREE – ENROLMENT and PREPARING TO STUDY
- You will be provided with:
– Confirmation of your enrolment.
– Access to our online learning system (Student Resources, Academic Success Programme, and other resources).
– Required text list and Timetable.
– An invoice for your first year of study. - Please note, your fees invoice payment must be paid, or you must have Studylink funding confirmed, two weeks in advance of the semester start date, i.e. by 7 July 2025 (the semester start date is Monday 21 July 2025).
- A live Orientation event is held with online attendance also available via Zoom.
- You will have access to your course/s and the SPCNM Library at the beginning of the new Semester.
Nau mai, haere mai! We look forward to welcoming you to South Pacific College of Natural Medicine!
