Learning with us
A Season to Learn,
Grow & Be Equipped
Our programme is a full-time commitment - not simply a course of study, but a season of learning, serving and growing together in community.
The pace can be demanding and there will be times when it is tough. That is intentional - not because we want to overwhelm you, but because we want to help develop resilient cross-cultural workers who are equipped to persevere, adapt, serve and flourish in challenging contexts. In addition to class time, time for daily duties and an afternoon of practical work need to be planned in, alongside preparation and attending local ministry activities as a part of the course programme.
We recognise that for domestic students especially, there can be many good opportunities and commitments outside college. However, during your time with us, we encourage you to consider what you may need to say "no" to for a season, so that you can be fully present and engaged in the programme. Our encouragement is to start with fewer outside commitments and add things back in if you discover you genuinely have the capacity.
Come ready to learn all you can, participate fully in community, and make the most of this unique season of preparation.
It is a season. Give yourself fully to it. Grow through it. Be equipped for what comes next.
The programme is designed for learners wanting to work effectively in fields of Christian intercultural ministry and mission. It is also notably suited to those looking to work in global intercultural Christian mission work with international mission agencies and NGOs.
The programme aims to equip learners with theological and biblical foundations, foster and support the ongoing faith journeys of learners, and develop practical intercultural skills relevant to ministry, mission, and Christian service through a holistic intercultural learning environment and supervised ministry activities.
The programme is designed for learners wanting to lead effectively in fields of Christian intercultural ministry and mission. It is also notably suited to those looking to work in global intercultural Christian mission work with international mission agencies and NGOs.
The programme aims to equip learners with advanced theological and biblical foundations, foster and support the ongoing faith journeys of learners, and develop practical leadership and intercultural skills relevant to ministry, mission, and Christian service through a holistic intercultural learning environment and real-world ministry activities.
Block courses are a great way to get a taste of life at Eastwest, and we welcome applications from the public (excellent for professional development!). There is a wealth of experience within the wider church and mission communities, and our block course teachers are seasoned ministry practitioners.
These short courses offer an opportunity to engage with some awesome learning and to experience community life. Some of the courses contribute to an NZQA qualification for those fully enrolled as diploma students at Eastwest College.
Eastwest operates a semester-based study programme. Students may enter the study programme at the beginning of a semester, in February or July. There are some key dates for 2026 (Orientation, Terms and Graduation). Click to find out more information.
Eastwest College operates a semester-based study programme – two semesters per year. All costs are calculated in New Zealand Dollars and are subject to change without notice. All fees listed include GST.
For the duration of your study at Eastwest College you will be part of a ministry team with a weekly opportunity to be engaged in real-life learning and ministry in the surrounding area. This applied learning is not an optional extra, but is integrated as a core component of the training provided to all students.
Part-time study options are available if you are unable to commit to full-time study. If you choose to study part-time you will complete your training over a longer period by selecting subjects to work around your existing schedule. If you wish to know more about this approach to study, contact us and we can start exploring the options.
Other institutions may cross-credit elements of Eastwest’s qualifications towards degree level qualifications when requested by graduates.
Eastwest Diploma graduates who already hold a first accredited degree may be exempt the first year of a Master’s degree with Columbia International University (USA). For more information please contact them directly.
Academic Accreditation of Eastwest College with NZQA
Eastwest College is registered as a private training establishment by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) under the provisions of the Education and Training Act 2020 and its subsequent amendments (registered number 8325). The NZQA official web page about Eastwest College can be found here. The page indicates the full accreditation and compliance of the college as required by NZ government legislation.
NZQA conducts periodic reviews of tertiary education organisations, an essential element in their quality assurance framework. Every EER produces a report and is published on their website.
Prospectus
(EM) Eastwest Prospectus 2025 by Peter