New Zealand Certificate in Tourism (Level 3) (Tourism and Travel)

NMIT is part of Te Pūkenga

This means that you will now graduate with a Te Pūkenga qualification. Read more
Locations and dates
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Length

19 weeks
Total credits

60
Fees

2023: $3,340 plus $120 Student Services Levy

A Compulsory Student Services Levy applies ($2 per credit).

Fees listed are for each year of the programme, indicative only and may vary with course selection.

View course details for individual fees.
National qualification code

NZ2199

The Nelson region is the perfect place to study Tourism and Travel.

A great place to study Tourism and Travel

At NMIT you will gain a broad experience of what a career in tourism and travel can offer. We have one of New Zealand's top tourist spots, the Abel Tasman, just down the road.

The region also has a wide variety of tourism businesses including boutique craft brewers, wine, local seafood, a strong creative arts community, and hosting many annual events and conferences. On this programme, you will take part in onsite visits to local tourism businesses to build your industry network and learn what the industry needs from its staff.

Become work-ready for industry

You will gain skills in customer service, guiding and teamwork and go on-site visits to tourism operators, the airport and hotels.

You will also gain knowledge of the major New Zealand tourism destinations, the relevant legislation to tourism and travel workplaces, and the structure and operations of New Zealand's tourism industry post-COVID so you can successfully find work in this exciting field.

A comment from a local tourism employer mentioned how well graduates were doing and that they "would like to continue to support the great programme you offer."

Flexible to suit your life

Our Tourism programmes are student-friendly, to suit diverse personal situations and learning styles. The focus of learning is to gain skills and knowledge for work in the industry, and you are encouraged to apply for jobs. If you are successful, you can be released to start working when the employer needs you, with help from the programme coordinator to have a plan in place to complete assessments in the workplace and online so you successfully complete your qualification. Talk to us about how we can meet your needs.

Upcoming programme development

All programmes offered by NMIT are under a Te Pūkenga review to ensure they are portable, consistent and aligned with the industry's needs while keeping our learners' success and wellbeing at heart. These are called unified programmes and are full of advantages for learners.

This programme is undergoing a transition to a Te Pūkenga unified programme. We'll notify you of any changes that might impact what you're studying, where you're studying, or how you're learning as information becomes available.

See more about our flexible learning options and unified programmes here.(external link)

Entry requirements

Open entry

English Language requirements

If you are an international applicant for whom English is not your first language, you will be required to show evidence of language competency, issued within the last two years. IELTS General or Academic score of 5.0 with no band score lower than 5 or completed NZ Certificate in English Language L3 with an endorsement of either General, Workplace or Academic

If you are a domestic applicant for whom English is not your first language, evidence of language competency may be required.