Study Tourism and Travel at
Sir George Seymour College New Zealand

Wanting a career in the exciting world of airline, travel and tourism? Well you've come to the right place!

Welcome to Sir George Seymour National College of Tourism and Travel, New Zealand's largest private tertiary establishment that specialises in education programmes for the airline, travel and tourism industries.

Sir George Seymour College was first established in Christchurch in 1991 but now covers the breadth of the country with additional campuses in Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington and more recently Dunedin. The College is named after the ship, Sir George Seymour, who brought immigrants and also New Zealand's first tourists to Christchurch in 1850.


Accelerated and Dynamic Learning

Accelerated learning means our courses are shorter therefore you will be into employment faster - our graduates have over 90% employment success! As part of our commitment to industry, you will enjoy familiarisation trips and are informed of the current changes within the industry by visiting speakers, seminars and functions.

The College is fully registered and accredited with the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and follows guidelines set by the Aviation, Tourism and Travel Training Organisation (ATTTO). Students are eligible to apply for Government Student Loans and Allowances.

Campuses

Sir George Seymour College is New Zealand's largest private training establishment specialising in Airline, Tourism and Travel. We have five campuses throughout the country - Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin. Please take a look at their pages to find out how we can help you find the right course in the learning environment that suits you.


International Students
Our courses are available to International Students in all of our five campuses throughout New Zealand. Not only do you get to study these fantastic courses but you also get the chance to mix with New Zealand students in an exciting and friendly environment.

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.
Click here to download the International Student Prospectus.
Courses Available:
A 25 week full-time Certificate in Travel, Tourism and Business
A 37 week full-time Certificate in Advanced Travel, Tourism and Business
A 34 week full-time Certificate in Cultural Tourism
A 30 week full-time Certificate in Tourism Operations and Guiding
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 GEOS or contact one of the campuses in Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington, Christchurch, or Dunedin.

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

- Medical and Travel Insurance is compulsory for all international students studying in New Zealand and Sir George Seymour is required to approve the students insurance. Enrollments 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 prospectus includes Applicationabout 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

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 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 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. Applicationcan be viewed on the ACC website at www.acc.co.nz

Medical and Travel Insurance
International Students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand.

CONTACT

Information request form

general email address:
info@sirgeorge.ac.nz

Auckland Campus
Level 5, 105 Symonds Street,
PO Box 105-693
Auckland
Phone: (09) 303 0181
Fax: (09) 373 4062
Email: inquires.akl@sirgeorge.ac.nz