Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)

Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec) is a college in Hamilton. International students should budget around US$40,400 a year in total, covering roughly US$30,800 in tuition and US$9,600 in living costs. The fee schedule below breaks that down across 12 published items. Entry requirements are listed by level, with the English score each one needs. It is one of 11 institutions we list in New Zealand.

Hillcrest Road, Hillcrest, Hamilton 3216, New Zealand

Tuition: US$30,800/yr
Living: US$9,600/yr
Total: US$40,400/yr
Type: College
Location: Hamilton

Why students choose Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)

Waikato College programmes have lower entry requirements and guarantee entry to most University of Waikato bachelor's and master's degrees
The programme is recognised by every New Zealand university
Courses are taught on the main University of Waikato campus, so you have access to all university services and facilities
Health services are available on campus for all students, including counsellors, doctors and nurses

Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec) fees for international students

As published by the institution. Confirm current fees directly before paying a deposit.

Fee schedule for Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)
Item	Amount
General English	from 3 weeks to 6 months. Tuition: NZD 380–500/week.
English Language	10 weeks per stage. Tuition: NZD 5,600 per stage.
Intakes	March, July and November
Tuition	NZD 12,123
Tuition	NZD 24,264
Duration	1 year
Tuition	NZD 28,664
Intake	March
Tuition	NZD 30,320
Duration	8 months
Intakes	July and November
Tuition	NZD 26,464

Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec) entry requirements

Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.

English programme entry requirements

For students not yet at the English level for direct entry to a degree

Foundation Studies entry requirements

1. Accelerated
Completion of year 11 with a GPA of 8.0 or above
IELTS 5.5 with 5.5 in writing and 5.0 in the other components, or equivalent
2. Standard
Completion of year 11 with a GPA of 7.0 or above
IELTS 5.5 with writing at 5.0 or above, or equivalent

International Diploma entry requirements

Completion of year 12 with a GPA of 6.5 or above, including at least 6.0 in maths
IELTS 5.5 with no component below 5.0, or equivalent

Pre-Masters entry requirements

A bachelor's degree equivalent to an Australian associate degree or advanced diploma
IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5, or equivalent

Scholarships at Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)

Scholarships from the university and leading external organisations

Frequently asked

How much does it cost to study at Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)?

Budget roughly US$40,400 a year in total — about US$30,800 in tuition and US$9,600 in living costs. Fees vary by programme; the schedule on this page lists what the institution publishes.

What are the entry requirements for Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. For students not yet at the English level for direct entry to a degree

Where is Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)?

Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec) is in Hamilton, at Hillcrest Road, Hillcrest, Hamilton 3216, New Zealand.

Can international students work while studying at Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)?

Work rights are set nationally, not by the institution. In New Zealand the current allowance is 20 hours/week during term, and the post-study route is post-study work visa — up to 3 years.