Adventure courses
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
Duration : 1 Year
Intake : February
IELTS : 6.0
TOEFL : 60
PTE : 50
Level : Undergraduate Diploma
Tuition & fees : $ 18,900 Per Year
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology Contact Details
1 Pace Plaza, New York, NY, 10038, USA
Email: intlgradadmission@pace.edu
Phone: +18667223338
* Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.
About Adventure Tourism And Guiding in Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
Can you see yourself guiding visitors in adventure activities in New Zealand's beautiful wilderness?
With this programme, you’ll work closely with adventure operators to gain experience in the adventure tourism industry.
As an Adventure Tourism student, you will call the diverse wilderness areas of the Top of the South (and sometimes beyond) your classroom.
NMIT has conveniently located a short distance from three awesome National Parks (Kahurangi, Abel Tasman, and Nelson Lakes). While there are a number of classes on campus, you will also often be out and about hiking, rafting, rock climbing, sea-kayaking, skiing, snowboarding or canyoning.
Programme structure
The programme is structured into 15-credit courses that can be studied full time (part-time in block courses). A combination of on-campus classes and overnight trips are required.
We get started early in the year, to make the most of the summer weather! Our courses are applied and practical in nature. You can expect at least 80% of your learning to take place in the outdoors.
Career opportunities & pathways
Work as an adventure tourism guide or operator, or continue with further study.
Possible careers include:
- Sea Kayak Guide
- Whitewater Raft Guide
- Snowboard/Ski Instructor
- Hiking/Tramping Guide
- Glacier Guide
- Rock Climber
- Whitewater Kayaker
- Adventure Tourism Operator
Academic qualification equivalents
- Higher Secondary Certificate / Standard 12.
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS : overall academic score of at least 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each band)
- TOEFL : Score of 60 (with a writing score of 20)
- PTE : Academic) score of 50
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology Tuition Fees
| Courses | Duration | Tuition Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering (1 Courses) | 2 year | NZD 18000 |
| Information Technology (IT) (1 Courses) | 1 year | NZD 18000 |
| Banking & Finance (1 Courses) | 3 year | NZD 18000 |
| Management (4 Courses) | 18 Month - 2 Year | NZD 16500 - NZD 20000 |
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology Average tution Fees and Cost of living
| Study costs per year | |
|---|---|
| Student Services Levy | $240 |
| Programme fees (approx. depending on programme) | $18,000 |
| Stationery and textbooks (approx. depending on programme) | $500 |
| Other costs per year | |
|---|---|
| Homestay (up to $350 per week for 40 weeks) | $14,000 |
| Medical and Travel Insurance | $585 |
| General Living Expenses | $7,000 |
| Cost comparisons | |
|---|---|
| Big Mac | $5.00 |
| Bottle of Coke (600ml) | $4.00 |
| Petrol per litre (fluctuates) | $2.00 |
| Movie tickets | $12.50 |
| Pair of Levi jeans | $130 |
| Takeaway meal | $10-$15 |
| Rice 1 kg | $3.00 |
| Going out for dinner | $30-50 |
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