International Travel College of New Zealand

Living in New Zealand and Studying Abroad

Living at the International Travel College of New Zealand, students will be staying on off campus locations. The cost of living is affordable with hotels costing approximately $80 to $110 per night. Choosing to live week to week in a homestay can cost approximately $202 per week at the most. Students can also choose to stay in a backpacker’s hostel for about $94 per week for a room or a better type of hostel that is more equipped called a Railway Campus for about $188 per week for a room. Dining is very inexpensive ranging from a burger at $1.50 to an all out fine dining experience at only $20. There are enough food choices and dining establishments for any taste a student might have.

The International Travel College of New Zealand offer students many nearby recreational experiences. Students can choose to whale watch or swim with the dolphins. There is also fishing, hiking, bungee jumping, jet skiing, and many more exciting sports. Students can also go on a bus tour and see the most popular attractions that Auckland has to offer tourists and students alike. Camping, fine dining, and simply walking through the city are great past times and ways for students to let off steam and be with friends. Students choosing to go to the International Travel College of New Zealand will not only get an education that will support them for years to come, but also make a diverse new group of friends and co-workers for the future.

All ITC courses are conducted in English. Prospective students must provide evidence of their English language levels as part of the enrolment process. A level of IELTS Level 5 has been determined to be an acceptable level for our courses commencing at level 3. A level of IELTS Level 6 has been determined to be an acceptable level for our courses commencing at level 5. If you do not have an IELTS Certificate you will need to provide other evidence of your English language proficiency.

When you receive the Letter of Acceptance on an ITC course you will need to pay your course fees. Please note that these fees are paid into the college’s Public Trust Account. The fees will remain in that Public Trust Account until you have taken up your course place and have studied at the College for seven days. After that time the fees are then paid to the College

You must apply for and gain a Student Visa for studying in New Zealand. Acceptance on an ITC course is subject to your successful application for this visa. If you are unable to secure a Student Visa, or your visa is revoked by the New Zealand Immigration Service, we will cancel your place and any applicable refund of your fees will be made according to the College cancellation and refund policy.

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.

International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance whilst studying in New Zealand for the full duration of their course of study.