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) |
*Final Year Fees Free is available for eligible students who are beginning tertiary study for the first time in 2025 (unless they are studying a ‘foundation’ course i.e. a semester long course) in preparation for studying a diploma or degree e.g. NZ Certificate in Study & Employment Pathways – Natural Medicine in preparation for applying for the Bachelor of Natural Medicine or the Diploma in Holistic Nutrition.
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 (link will become live on Monday 5th May), 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!
