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Welcome to Carey

Interested in studying at Carey? We warmly welcome international students to our community. With teaching staff from both New Zealand and around the world, accredited programmes, robust research, a diverse student body, and a central location in our beautiful country,  you will quickly feel at home as you learn, grow and become transformed for the sake of Jesus and his ministry. We offer a range of full-time programmes from Certificate through to Masters level.

NauMai NZ

Your place for information on life as an international student in New Zealand. Suggestions to help you find your way, connect with and explore your new home.

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Code of Practice

In accordance with the Education and Training Act 2020 Carey observes and is bound by the Education (Pastoral Care of International Students) Code of Practice 2016.

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Admission Criteria

International applicants should familiarise themselves with all admission regulations (including English language requirements).

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Fees and Costs

Information on the cost of study at Carey for international students including tuition fees, course related costs, and other miscellaneous study costs.

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Student Support

Neroli Hollis is available to assist international students with the following:

  • Difficulties adapting to New Zealand
  • Study skills
  • Advocacy, to ensure that students understand their rights
  • Information on addressing harassment and discrimination issues that may arise
  • General information and advice on accommodation, welfare and health issues, driving in New Zealand and the use of alcohol and tobacco

Student Complaints Procedure

Carey has systems and processes in place for addressing your concerns or complaints. We aim to provide the best possible solution for resolving complaints as soon as possible, in an amicable manner which will benefit the interests of everyone involved.

Students also have the right to lodge a grievance with NZQA which provides a service to assist students with complaints.

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“Carey’s supportive learning environment is the best experience. My faith has grown so profoundly. It is a beautiful place to be in and I love how Carey has been able to create a space that allows my Pasifika brothers and sisters to feel at home.”

– Sela Havili, Graduate, Bachelor of Applied Theology

At Carey we believe that the God of mission is at work in the world by the Spirit to renew people and places in Christ. Our calling is to equip Christian leaders with the convictions, competencies, and capacity to participate in that mission, bringing gospel renewal in churches and communities across Aotearoa and around the world.