You will get to study at one of the 5 great campuses in Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington, Dunedin and Christchurch and make great friends!

Below is information about our courses and studying in New Zealand. Please download the Prospectus which includes the enrolment form and further detailed information about how to enroll.

For more information on our courses click on the link provided to download the Sir George Prospectus. (Please note this file is 2mb)

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For further details on international enrolment click on the following link to download the International Enrolment Form.

Courses Available

1. Certificate in Travel, Tourism & Business (25 Weeks)

A comprehensive qualification that includes three NZQA National Certificates and will prepare you for a wide range of customer service roles such as in hotels, airports, rental cars and other tourism companies.

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PLUS you can then add on ONE OR MORE of the following

2. National Certificate in Travel Level 4 (12 weeks)

(37 weeks when combined with Certificate in Travel, Tourism and Business)

This twelve week qualification is highly recommended for those who want to gain a Level 4 qualification that specialises in travel agency and wholesale travel operations.

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3. Certificate in International Flight Attending (12 weeks)

(37 weeks when combined with Certificate in Travel, Tourism and Business)

This twelve week qualification will give you the skills and confidence to apply for a variety of roles with airlines based in New Zealand and overseas.

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4. Certificate in Conference & Events Planning (12 weeks)

(37 weeks when combined with Certificate in Travel, Tourism and Business)

This qualification will give you the skills and insight into the conference and events industry and the knowledge you need to apply for positions in this exciting industry.

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5. Diploma Courses

Click here to see Diploma Level 5 options (NEW)

OTHER COURSE OPTIONS:

6. Certificate in Tourism Operations & Guiding (30 weeks)

This hands-on, practical course, is designed for students aspiring to be a Tour Guide at major tourist attractions and activities or to be involved in adventure tourism.  

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7. Certificate in Cultural Tourism (34 weeks)

This course is for those seeking employment opportunities within Maori culture and the New Zealand tourism industry.

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8. Sir George Seymour Bronze Collection (42 weeks)

INCLUDES:  
Advanced Certificate in Travel, Tourism & Business - 4 National Certificates
Certificate in Tour Operations and Guiding

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9. Sir George Seymour Gold Collection (42 weeks)

INCLUDES:  
Advanced Certificate in Travel, Tourism & Business - 4 National Certificates
Certificate in Conference & Events Planning

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10. Sir George Seymour Platinum Collection (49 weeks)

INCLUDES:
Advanced Certificate in Travel, Tourism & Business - 4 National Certificates
Certificate in International Flight Attending

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Entry Criteria:

- You must be 18 years of age or older

- You must have a secondary school qualification:

• Argentina - Certificado de finaliza Ciom de Estudios Secundarios
• Brunei - General Certificate of Education (O level)
• China - Senior Middle School Leaving Certificate
• France - Baccalaureat or International Baccalaureat
• Germany - Mittlere reife or realschulabschluss
• Hong Kong - Higher Certificate of Education
• Indonesia - Ijazah SMA
• Italy - University Entrance or Certificate of Qualification
• Japan - Koko Sotsugyoshosho - Senior High School Graduation Certificate
• Korea - High School Diploma
• Malaysia - SPMU or SPM or MICSS Certificate
• Phillipines - National College Entrance examination
• Singapore - General Certificate of Education (level O)
• Sweden - Slutbetyg (Upper Grades)
• Switzerland - Maturitatszeugnis or Certificat de Maturite or Attestato di Maturita
• Taiwan - Senior High School leaving Certificate
• Thailand - Mathayom 6 - High School Certificate

- Clear English Language:

TOEFL 550
IELTS 5.5
Cambridge First Certificate

If you need to improve your English before studying with us we would recommend any of the following language schools:

• Worldwide School of English, Auckland

• Language Schools NZ, Christchurch and Queenstown

• Kaplan International College, Auckland and Christchurch

• Eurocentres, Auckland 

• Campbell Institute, Auckland and Wellington

...or contact one of the campuses in Auckland Hamilton, Wellington, Christchurch, or Dunedin.

- You must have a relevant Student Visa and Permit before being accepted into our courses. Please see below for more information.

- International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand and Sir George Seymour is required to approve the students insurance. Enrolments will not be accepted without proof of insurance. See below for more information.

Additional Information and Assistance:

Accommodation Assistance

We can assist in finding accommodation for you while you are studying our courses. The enrolment form includes further information about accommodation options and includes an accommodation request form.

Code of Practice for the Pastoral care of International Students

Seymour College Limited has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Minister of Education. Copies of the Code are available on request from this institution or from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website at www.minedu.govt.nz/goto/international.

For a translation of the Summary of the Code of Practice, click here.

For a copy of our Student Handbook, click here.

Immigration

Full details of visa and permit requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements are available through the New Zealand Immigration Service, and can be viewed on their website at http://www.immigration.govt.nz/.

Eligibility for Health Services

Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment during your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of that treatment. Full details on entitlements to publicly-funded health services are available through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed on their website at http://www.moh.govt.nz/.

Accident Insurance

The Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) provides accident insurance for all New Zealand citizens, residents and temporary visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. Further information can be viewed on the ACC website at http://www.acc.co.nz/.

Medical and Travel Insurance

International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand.
Details of your Insurance Policy including the Schedule of Benefits is required before your enrolment can be accepted and a Letter of Offer of Placement will not be issued without the College holding evidence of your insurance policy. If you currently do not have full medical and travel insurance, the College can arrange insurance for you through Interglobal Insurance who have a comprehensive Student Care package http://www.studentcare.biz/. Please contact the College for more information about this insurance.