New Zealand Diploma in Beauty Therapy (Level 5)

Extend your existing treatment capabilities and knowledge from beginner level to advanced. You’ll use state-of-the-art facilities, the latest LED technology and focus on results-driven treatments, learning the science behind beauty treatments. Courses include Advanced Beauty Therapy Science, Electrical Facial Therapy, and Spa and Massage Therapy.

Domestic

Duration
1 Year Full-time
Level
5
Credits
120
Fees
$9,437*
*Approximate full qualification tuition fee
Delivery
On campus
Location
Dunedin
Intakes
February

International

Duration
1 Year Full-time
Level
5
Credits
120
Fees
$25,000*
*Approximate full qualification tuition fee
Delivery
On campus
Location
Dunedin
Intakes
February

What You Study

Courses

Course Description Credits
Beauty Therapy Science

Further anatomy and physiology study, along with an introduction to basic cosmetic chemistry 

15
Advanced Hair Removal Techniques and trends including electrical epilation 20
Electrical Facial Therapy Applying practical techniques suitable for client's needs whilst learning about current trends in relation to the industry 15
Advanced Skin Care

Applying practical techniques suitable for client's needs whilst learning about current trends in relation to the industry

20
Electrical Body Therapy Learning to apply these to meet the client's needs 20
Spa and Massage Therapy Learning to apply these to meet the client's needs 10
Applied Beauty Therapy Practice (Clinic)

Be introduced to business management and apply all the techniques covered during the programme in a simulated salon environment. 

20

Further study options

Further training pathways could be in specific skin therapies, aromatherapy, advanced massage techniques and business management. 

Workload

Your workload

This full-time programme will involve approximately 18 hours in class and 18 hours in self-directed study per week.

Entry

Entry requirements

If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes.

Please note: This programme contains an additional International Therapy Examination Council (ITEC) component. You must be 18 years or older to complete this part of the programme. For applicants under 18, you can complete the programme without this component.

Selection process

Applicants will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis until the programme has reached full capacity. 

Fees

Domestic fees

Full tuition
Standard
$9,437

International fees

Full tuition
Standard
$25,000

Additional costs

You will be required to wear a uniform that consists of black trousers, black shoes and a black top.

Tuition fees

The tuition fees shown above are approximate only. There may be a slight fee increase per year once Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) rules and guidelines are applied. These fees also don’t include additional costs or living costs.

Application

A change for 2023 enrolments

When you apply to study with Otago Polytechnic in 2023, you will be enrolled with Te Pūkenga, the new national network of vocational and applied education in Aotearoa New Zealand. You will learn in the same way, in the same place, and with the same people, and you will graduate with a Te Pūkenga qualification.

Get in touch

0800 762 786
International +64 3 477 3014
Email: info@op.ac.nz