How to Apply
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Applying to Auckland Royal Academy is designed to be straightforward, transparent, and accessible for students from every country. Our step-by-step application process guides you from initial enquiry through to enrolment, with dedicated support from our admissions team at every stage. Here is everything you need to know to submit a successful application.
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Complete Application Form
Tell us a little about yourself and we’ll help with the rest. Our convenient online application tool only takes 10 minutes to complete.
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Confirmation of Application
Once you have submitted your application, Auckland Royal Academy will acknowledge receipt within two working days. Our admissions team may contact you to request additional documentation or to clarify any details in your application. Incomplete applications may take longer to process, so please ensure that all required documents are included when you submit.
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Application Review
Auckland Royal Academy will review your application to confirm that you meet the academic entry requirements for your chosen programme. If you meet the requirements, you will receive a conditional offer of admission specifying any remaining conditions — such as final examination results or English language certification. Once all conditions are satisfied, you will receive an unconditional offer and your formal Letter of Offer, which is required for your student visa application.
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Application Interview
For some programmes, Auckland Royal Academy may invite applicants to a brief admissions interview conducted by video call or phone. The purpose of this conversation is to confirm that you understand the demands of your chosen programme and that your goals and experience are a good match. Interviews are conducted in English and typically last 20 to 30 minutes. You will be notified in advance if an interview is required for your chosen programme.
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Payment of Fees
Once you have accepted your offer and paid your enrolment deposit, Auckland Royal Academy will issue your official Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE), which is required to apply for your New Zealand student visa. Our international admissions team can provide guidance on the visa application process and, where required, supporting documentation letters to assist your application to Immigration New Zealand. Visa processing times vary by country, so international students are encouraged to begin this process as early as possible.
Requirements
Graduate Diploma Requirements:
Entry Requirements: Applicants must be 18 years of age or older at course commencement. Academic entry requirements vary by programme — most undergraduate programmes require completion of secondary education equivalent to New Zealand NCEA Level 3, while graduate programmes require an undergraduate degree in a relevant field. Specific entry requirements for each programme are listed on the programme pages of this website.
English Language Requirements: If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with no band below 5.5, or an equivalent score in TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, or Cambridge English. Students from countries where English is the official medium of instruction at secondary and tertiary level may be exempt from this requirement, subject to documentary evidence. Please contact our admissions team to confirm the requirements applicable to your educational background.
Support for International Applicants: Auckland Royal Academy's international admissions team provides dedicated support for students applying from the Arab world, Europe, Asia, and the Pacific. We can assist with understanding entry requirements, preparing your application documents, navigating the New Zealand visa process, and planning your arrival in Auckland. Contact us at admissions@au.ac.nz or through the enquiry form on our website, and an adviser will respond within two business days.
– Applicants not meeting the entry criteria may be considered on a case by case basis by the Academic Director. Consideration will be given to those with appropriate and evidenced previous academic history, prior work experience and life skills experience.
Undergraduate Diploma Requirements:
Eligibility: Applicants must be 18 years of age or older at course commencement. There is no upper age limit — Auckland Royal Academy welcomes applications from mature-age students and career changers. Academic entry requirements vary by programme: most undergraduate programmes require completion of secondary education equivalent to New Zealand NCEA Level 3, while graduate programmes require a relevant undergraduate degree. Detailed entry requirements for each programme are listed on the individual programme pages.
– If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each band and 6.0 in speaking.
– All applicants are interviewed as part of the admissions process.
– Applicants not meeting the entry criteria may be considered on a case by case basis by the Academic Director. Consideration will be given to those with appropriate and evidenced previous academic history, prior work experience and life skills experience.