Important information
Identity
The University requires an original or verified copy of your birth certificate or passport, showing the same name that is on your academic documents. If your name has changed, please send official documentation of the change showing both names, such as a marriage certificate.
Academic documentation
Please supply any documentation requested in your Conditional Offer letter. Ensure your documents are verified as detailed below.
Verified documents can be emailed to mylinc@lincoln.ac.nz, or posted to:
Student Administration
Lincoln University
PO Box 85084, Lincoln 7647
Christchurch, New Zealand
Please note | we reserve the right to request original documents at any time during your study. Please bring these with you to New Zealand.
If you studied at a New Zealand High School
Admission requirements - University Entrance through NCEA
A University entrance qualification is achieved by obtaining:
- NCEA level 3 (i.e. a minimum of 60 credits at level 3 or above plus 20 credits at level 2 or above); and
- A minimum of 14 credits at level 3 or higher in each of three approved subjects; and
- Literacy – 5 reading credits and 5 writing credits at Level 2 or higher from standards on the NZQA list of university entrance literacy standards; and
- Numeracy – 10 credits at Level 1 or above, made up of co-requisite Level 1 Numeracy unit standard 32406 or Te Pāngarau unit standard 32412, or certain achievement standards.
Please note | For detailed information about the approved subjects list and the university entrance literacy and numeracy requirements go to the New Zealand Qualification Authority (NZQA) website.
University Entrance – NZQA website
Verifying documents
A verified copy of a document is a photocopy which has been certified as a true unaltered copy, by one of the people shown below.
In New Zealand:
- Lincoln University Registry staff
- Justice of the Peace
- Notary Public
- Solicitor
- Court Official (such as Registrar or Deputy Registrar)
- Selected international agents of Lincoln University
Overseas:
- New Zealand Embassy/High Commission or Consulate staff
- Agents of Lincoln University
- Australia Justice of the Peace
- Notary Public
- Apostille
- Solicitor
- Court Official (such as Registrar or Deputy Registrar)
How should my documents be verified?
Photocopy each side of the original document. The originals and photocopy must be taken to a person who can officially verify documents.
The person who verifies your document(s) must sign, date and print their full name, address and write ‘the copy is a true copy of an original document that I have sighted’ on each page. They must identify their official designation on the front of each page of the copy with an official stamp.
English Language Requirements
All students must be competent in English to study successfully at Lincoln. If this requirement is listed on the Conditional Offer of Place applicants must provide evidence of their competency before completing their enrolment.
Lincoln University offer English Language programmes, further information about these programmes can be found at the link below.
Minimum achievement levels for the most common acceptable tests are listed in the table below. Test scores will be officially verified by Admission staff and an acceptable score must be not more than two years old on the day you commence your study. Other tests may also be acceptable.
| For admission to: | Lincoln University | IELTS (Academic) | TOEFL* |
|
Pathway Certificate (Foundation)
|
English for Academic Purposes 60% |
5.5 No individual band less than 5.0 |
iBT overall score of 46 with a writing score of 14 |
|
First-Year Pathway Certificate |
English for Academic Purposes 60% with no individual component less than 60% |
5.5 No individual band less than 5.5 |
iBT overall score of 53 with a writing score of 18 |
|
Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Diploma Graduate Diploma/Certificate in Commerce Graduate Certificate in Academic English |
English for Academic Purposes 65% |
6.0 No individual band less than 5.5 |
iBT overall score of 60 with a writing score of 18 |
|
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Graduate Entry) Graduate Diploma/Certificate in all disciplines except Commerce |
English for Academic Purposes 70% |
6.5 No individual band less than 6.0 |
iBT overall score of 80 with a writing score of 21 and speaking score of 18 |
If you studied at a New Zealand High School
If you achieved a university entrance qualification through achievement in NCEA, you will have satisfied Lincoln’s English Language requirements.
Tuition fees
International students have programme-based fees. This is a set tuition fee for the qualification that you are enrolled in and this is the fee that you will pay, per year, for the minimum time to complete the qualification.
The fees may vary if you take extra courses during the year, change your programme, take a break from study, or take longer than the minimum time to complete your qualification. The fees do not include textbooks, accommodation, Recreation Centre membership or other incidental course-related costs.
Refer to our Fees page for further information
Your continued enrolment in your programme is dependent upon payment of all fees, and on meeting the academic progress standards outlined in the Lincoln University Calendar.
Lincoln University Academic Calendar [PDF 1.8 MB]
Refund policy
The Refund Policy is published in full on this website at the link below:
International Student Tuition Refund Policy [PDF 776KB]
Students are encouraged to read this carefully before deciding to withdraw from study. The staff at Student Finance are available to discuss this policy with students. International students should refer to the International Student Refund Policy for detailed information.
Student Visa
International students must hold a current and valid student visa.
Please check the Immigration New Zealand website for application details:
New Zealand Visas - Immigration New Zealand
We will assist your application by supplying you with an Offer of Place and tuition fee receipt when you have been admitted to your programme and your fees have been paid. Immigration NZ can approve a visa ‘in principle’ without these documents, but will need them to issue your visa. A visa application will be assessed more quickly if you supply all the documents as soon as you can.
Note | The Conditional Offer of Place letter cannot be used to obtain a Student Visa.
Lincoln University is not obliged to continue your admission or provide any service in the event that your Student Visa expires, is denied or withdrawn.
Practical Work
Some programmes have a compulsory Practical Work component. This means that you will need to do work experience that is aligned to your study programme. The purpose of this is to enable you to develop skills and a better understanding of the type of work being carried out in different industries and to be able to relate it to what you are being taught in your courses. The length of time involved varies widely with different programmes - anywhere between 6 and 56 weeks. This work is usually carried out during the summer break.
We have a Practical Work Coordinator on campus and if you need any information about your requirements please contact practicalwork@lincoln.ac.nz
Students may apply for a Variation of Conditions (VoC) to their student visa to enable them to work in order to fulfil a requirement of practical experience for their course.
Please refer to the Immigration New Zealand website for further information.
Enrolment and Orientation
Enrolment opens 1 October for the following year and is completed online through LUCAS:
LUCAS Enrolment Student Guide [PDF 1.5 MB]
Full-time study
International students are required to study full-time. For students studying in pre-university and undergraduate programmes who aim to complete their qualification in the minimum time, you will enrol in four courses (60 credits) per semester, or eight courses a year (120 credits), depending on the requirements of your programme.
Immigration New Zealand requires you to enrol in at least 3 courses (45 credits) per semester. However, if you choose to enrol in less than 4 courses you should be aware that this may mean it will take longer than usual to complete your programme and that your tuition fees will therefore eventually increase.
Student Administration staff are available to assist you to enrol throughout the year. Your enrolment can only be completed when we have checked and approved your visa and insurance. Orientation events are held in the week prior to lectures starting and you are strongly encouraged to attend. Please check the Orientation information below before the start of semester for details.
Hui Whakawhanaukataka | Orientation
Insurance
New Zealand legislation requires that all International Students (including Australian students) have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance. There are minimum standards of cover. Studentsafe – University is the preferred insurance at all New Zealand Universities. The plan is designed specifically for University students and complies with all the legal requirements in New Zealand.
Studentsafe Inbound University — InsurancesafeNZ website
All Lincoln University international students are automatically insured with Studentsafe. However, you are not automatically covered for pre-existing medical conditions. You will need to complete a Medical Risk Assessment form before you start your studies should you wish Studentsafe to consider cover.
Medical Risk Assessment form [PDF 235KB] – InsurancesafeNZ website
This form is also available from Student Administration.
The period of insurance starts on the later of, 31 days prior to the course start date, including transit from your country of origin to New Zealand, for students who were not insured under the Policy in the preceding semester, or any date otherwise agreed in writing. Students do not need to apply or fill out an application form. Students must pay the insurance premium when they complete their enrolment.
Amounts include levies imposed by the New Zealand Fire Service and Earthquake Commissions. These levies are passed on by the insurer to the service organisations. Students should refer to the InsurancesafeNZ website for all updates and changes.
Planning ahead
In the weeks prior to the start of your study we will send you emails with useful information. Please watch for these emails and read them carefully. We also recommend you look at the Study in Christchurch information on the ChristchurchNZ website and share this information with your families.
Study in Christchurch – ChristchurchNZ
Accommodation and airport transfers
Lincoln’s Halls of Residence are popular with students and students must apply using the MyLinc portal. Please apply early.
Lincoln’s Accommodation Services provides free airport reception for all new international students who have confirmed their accommodation booking and are staying in Lincoln’s Halls of Residence. Email your finalised travel details, including flight numbers, at least 3 working days prior to your arrival to travel@lincoln.ac.nz
Pastoral care
When studying in New Zealand, international students are protected by the Education (Pastoral Care of International Students) Code of Practice 2021.
Code of Pastoral Care for international students – NZQA website
Contact details
Office Hours
Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm
Student Administration
Forbes Building
Lincoln University
PO Box 85084
Lincoln 7647
NEW ZEALAND
Email: admissions@lincoln.ac.nz
Phone: 0800 10 60 10, extn: 30044 (within NZ) or +64 3 423 0044 (from overseas)
Accommodation Services
Lincoln University
PO Box 85084
Lincoln 7647
NEW ZEALAND
Email: accomm@lincoln.ac.nz
Phone: +64 3 325 3620
Identity
The University requires an original or verified copy of your birth certificate or passport, showing the same name that is on your academic documents. If your name has changed, please send official documentation of the change showing both names, such as a marriage certificate.
Academic documentation
Please supply any documentation requested in your Conditional Offer letter. Ensure your documents are verified as detailed below.
Verified documents can be emailed to mylinc@lincoln.ac.nz, or posted to:
Student Administration
Lincoln University
PO Box 85084, Lincoln 7647
Christchurch, New Zealand
Please note | we reserve the right to request original documents at any time during your study. Please bring these with you to New Zealand.
Verifying documents
A verified copy of a document is a photocopy which has been certified as a true unaltered copy, by one of the people shown below.
In New Zealand:
- Lincoln University Registry staff
- Justice of the Peace
- Notary Public
- Solicitor
- Court Official (such as Registrar or Deputy Registrar)
- Selected international agents of Lincoln University
Overseas:
- New Zealand Embassy/High Commission or Consulate staff
- Agents of Lincoln University
- Australia Justice of the Peace
- Notary Public
- Apostille
- Solicitor
- Court Official (such as Registrar or Deputy Registrar)
How should my documents be verified?
Photocopy each side of the original document. The originals and photocopy must be taken to a person who can officially verify documents.
The person who verifies your document(s) must sign, date and print their full name, address and write ‘the copy is a true copy of an original document that I have sighted’ on each page. They must identify their official designation on the front of each page of the copy with an official stamp.
English Language requirements
All students must be competent in English to study successfully at Lincoln. If this requirement is listed on the Conditional Offer of Place applicants must provide evidence of their competency before completing their enrolment.
Lincoln University offer English Language programmes, further information about these programmes can be found at the link below.
Minimum achievement levels for the most common acceptable tests are listed in the table below. Test scores will be officially verified by Admission staff and an acceptable score must be not more than two years old on the day you commence your study. Other tests may also be acceptable.
| For admission to: | Lincoln University | IELTS (Academic) | TOEFL* |
|
Postgraduate Certificates and Diplomas Masters PhD |
English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 70% |
6.5 No individual band less than 6.0 | iBT overall score of 80 (with at least 21 in Writing and 18 in Speaking) |
Tuition fees
The fees may vary if you take extra courses during the year, change your programme, take a break from study, or take longer than the minimum time to complete your qualification. The fees do not include textbooks, accommodation, Recreation Centre membership or other incidental course-related costs.
International students have programme-based fees. This is a set tuition fee for the qualification that you are enrolled in and this is the fee that you will pay, per year, for the minimum time to complete the qualification.
Refer to our Fees page for further information
Your continued enrolment in your programme is dependent upon payment of all fees, and on meeting the academic progress standards outlined in the Lincoln University Calendar.
Lincoln University Academic Calendar [PDF 1.8 MB]
Refund policy
The Refund Policy is published in full on this website at the link below:
Students are encouraged to read this carefully before deciding to withdraw from study. The staff at Student Finance are available to discuss this policy with students. International students should refer to the International Student Refund Policy for detailed information.
International Student Tuition Refund Policy [PDF 776KB]
Student Visa
International students must hold a current and valid student visa.
Please check the Immigration New Zealand website for application details.
New Zealand Visas - Immigration New Zealand
We will assist your application by supplying you with an Offer of Place and tuition fee receipt when you have been admitted to your programme and your fees have been paid. Immigration NZ can approve a visa ‘in principle’ without these documents, but will need them to issue your visa. A visa application will be assessed more quickly if you supply all the documents as soon as you can.
Note | The Conditional Offer of Place letter cannot be used to obtain a Student Visa.
Lincoln University is not obliged to continue your admission or provide any service in the event that your Student Visa expires, is denied or withdrawn.
Enrolment and Orientation
Enrolment opens 1 October for the following year and is completed online through LUCAS.
LUCAS Enrolment Student Guide [PDF 1.5 MB]
Student Administration staff are available to assist you to enrol throughout the year. International students, your enrolment can only be completed when we have checked and approved your visa and insurance. Orientation events are held in the week prior to lectures starting and you are strongly encouraged to attend. Please check the Orientation information below before the start of semester for details.
Hui Whakawhanaukataka | Orientation
Additional documentation
When you arrive at Lincoln University you are expected to contact the appropriate course advisor and/or Faculty Postgraduate Co-ordinator. You will find the names on the Academic departments web pages below.
This is to ensure the coherence of your course of study and the adequacy of your previous studies as preparation for the proposed course of study. Masters and PhD students must note that during the registration process you must have your course of study and your supervision team confirmed. This is to ensure that your supervision team has the appropriate expertise to guide your research.
Insurance
New Zealand legislation requires that all International Students (including Australian students) have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance. There are minimum standards of cover. Studentsafe – University is the preferred insurance at all New Zealand Universities. The plan is designed specifically for University students and complies with all the legal requirements in New Zealand.
Studentsafe Inbound University — InsurancesafeNZ website
All Lincoln University international students are automatically insured with Studentsafe. However, you are not automatically covered for pre-existing medical conditions. You will need to complete a Medical Risk Assessment form before you start your studies should you wish Studentsafe to consider cover.
Medical Risk Assessment form [PDF 235KB] – InsurancesafeNZ website
This form is also available from Student Administration.
The period of insurance starts on the later of, 31 days prior to the course start date, including transit from your country of origin to New Zealand, for students who were not insured under the Policy in the preceding semester, or any date otherwise agreed in writing. Students do not need to apply or fill out an application form. Students must pay the insurance premium when they complete their enrolment.
Amounts include levies imposed by the New Zealand Fire Service and Earthquake Commissions. These levies are passed on by the insurer to the service organisations. Students should refer to the InsurancesafeNZ website for all updates and changes.
Planning ahead
In the weeks prior to the start of your study we will send you emails with useful information. Please watch for these emails and read them carefully. We also recommend you look at the Study in Christchurch information on the ChristchurchNZ website and share this information with your families.
Study in Christchurch – ChristchurchNZ
Accommodation and airport transfers
Lincoln’s Halls of Residence are popular with students and students must apply using the MyLinc portal. Please apply early.
Lincoln’s Accommodation Services provides free airport reception for all new international students who have confirmed their accommodation booking and are staying in Lincoln’s Halls of Residence. Email your finalised travel details, including flight numbers, at least 3 working days prior to your arrival to travel@lincoln.ac.nz
Pastoral care
When studying in New Zealand, international students are protected by the Education (Pastoral Care of International Students) Code of Practice 2021.
Code of Pastoral Care for international students – NZQA website
Contact details
Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm
Student Administration
Forbes Building
Lincoln University
PO Box 85084
Lincoln 7647
NEW ZEALAND
Email: admissions@lincoln.ac.nz
Phone: 0800 10 60 10, extn: 30044 (within NZ) or +64 3 423 0044 (from overseas)
Identity
The University requires an original or verified copy of your birth certificate or passport, showing the same name that is on your academic documents. If your name has changed, please send official documentation of the change showing both names, such as a marriage certificate.
Academic documentation
Please supply any documentation requested in your Conditional Offer letter. Ensure your documents are verified as detailed below.
Verified documents can be emailed to mylinc@lincoln.ac.nz, or posted to:
Student Administration
Lincoln University
PO Box 85084, Lincoln 7647
Christchurch, New Zealand
Please note | we reserve the right to request original documents at any time during your study. Please bring these with you to New Zealand.
Verifying documents
A verified copy of a document is a photocopy which has been certified as a true unaltered copy, by one of the people shown below.
In New Zealand:
- Lincoln University Registry staff
- Justice of the Peace
- Notary Public
- Solicitor
- Court Official (such as Registrar or Deputy Registrar)
- Selected international agents of Lincoln University
Overseas:
- New Zealand Embassy/High Commission or Consulate staff
- Agents of Lincoln University
- Australia Justice of the Peace
- Notary Public
- Apostille
- Solicitor
- Court Official (such as Registrar or Deputy Registrar)
How should my documents be verified?
Photocopy each side of the original document. The originals and photocopy must be taken to a person who can officially verify documents.
Please note | The person who verifies your document(s) must sign, date and print their full name, address and write ‘the copy is a true copy of an original document that I have sighted’ on each page. They must identify their official designation on the front of each page of the copy with an official stamp.
Tuition fees
The fees may vary if you take extra courses during the year, change your programme, take a break from study, or take longer than the minimum time to complete your qualification. The fees do not include textbooks, accommodation, Recreation Centre membership or other incidental course-related costs.
International students have programme-based fees. This is a set tuition fee for the qualification that you are enrolled in and this is the fee that you will pay, per year, for the minimum time to complete the qualification.
Refer to our Fees page for further information
Your continued enrolment in your programme is dependent upon payment of all fees, and on meeting the academic progress standards outlined in the Lincoln University Calendar.
Lincoln University Academic Calendar [PDF 1.8 MB]
Refund policy
The Refund Policy is published in full on this website at the link below:
Students are encouraged to read this carefully before deciding to withdraw from study. The staff at Student Finance are available to discuss this policy with students.
International students should refer to the International Student Refund Policy for detailed information.
International Student Tuition Refund Policy [PDF 776 KB]
Student Visa
International students must hold a current and valid student visa.
Please check the Immigration New Zealand website for application details.
New Zealand Visas - Immigration New Zealand
We will assist your application by supplying you with an Offer of Place and tuition fee receipt when you have been admitted to your programme and your fees have been paid. Immigration NZ can approve a visa ‘in principle’ without these documents, but will need them to issue your visa. A visa application will be assessed more quickly if you supply all the documents as soon as you can.
Note | The Conditional Offer of Place letter cannot be used to obtain a Student Visa.
Lincoln University is not obliged to continue your admission or provide any service in the event that your Student Visa expires, is denied or withdrawn.
Enrolment and Orientation
Login to Mylinc to accept your offer of admission:
When this is completed, you will receive an email through our CRM with a username and password to log in to LUCAS (our Campus Administration System).
Enrolment opens 1 October for the following year and is completed online through LUCAS.
LUCAS Enrolment Student Guide [PDF 1.5 MB]
Student Administration staff are available to assist you to enrol throughout the year. International students, your enrolment can only be completed when we have checked and approved your visa and insurance. Orientation events are held in the week prior to lectures starting and you are strongly encouraged to attend. Please check the Orientation information below before the start of semester for details.
Hui Whakawhanaukataka | Orientation
Choosing your courses
Course information is available at the link below:
As a Study Abroad or Exchange student, you can choose from most of the courses listed in the schedule of course prescriptions, as long as you have the appropriate academic background for the course you wish to study. However, please be aware that certain courses may not be available to Study Abroad and Exchange students or may require faculty approval. It is important to stay flexible with your course options at Lincoln.
International students are required to study full-time to satisfy Immigration New Zealand requirements. This means that you will need to study a minimum of 45 credits at Lincoln per semester. A full-time course load is 60 credits.
For undergraduate students, this means choosing four courses, each worth 15 credits, per semester. Undergraduate students can choose from courses at the 100 (1st year), 200 (2nd year) or 300 (3rd year) level.
For Postgraduate students, this means choosing three courses, each worth 20 credits, per semester. Postgraduates students can choose courses at the 600 level.
Check the courses in the timetable tool to make sure they don’t clash.
Any course selections you make before arriving at Lincoln are not final and can be changed on arrival when you discuss your programme of study with a course advisor. You have until the end of the first week of lectures to make any course changes.
Course outlines are available in the student portal, LEARN, at the start of each semester.
LEARN – Student portal
These provide more detail about the course and the assessment. If you require a copy of the course outline in advance in order to get pre-approval of courses from your home institution, please contact the Study Abroad and Exchange Coordinator who can provide you with a copy (please note this may not be the final version).
Insurance
New Zealand legislation requires that all International Students (including Australian students) have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance. There are minimum standards of cover. Studentsafe – University is the preferred insurance at all New Zealand Universities. The plan is designed specifically for University students and complies with all the legal requirements in New Zealand.
Studentsafe Inbound University — InsurancesafeNZ website
All Lincoln University international students are automatically insured with Studentsafe. However, you are not automatically covered for pre-existing medical conditions. You will need to complete a Medical Risk Assessment form before you start your studies should you wish Studentsafe to consider cover.
Medical Risk Assessment form [PDF 235KB] – InsurancesafeNZ website
This form is also available from Student Administration.
The period of insurance starts on the later of, 31 days prior to the course start date, including transit from your country of origin to New Zealand, for students who were not insured under the Policy in the preceding semester, or any date otherwise agreed in writing. Students do not need to apply or fill out an application form. Students must pay the insurance premium when they complete their enrolment.
Amounts include levies imposed by the New Zealand Fire Service and Earthquake Commissions. These levies are passed on by the insurer to the service organisations. Students should refer to the InsurancesafeNZ website for all updates and changes.
Planning ahead
In the weeks prior to the start of your study we will send you emails with useful information. Please watch for these emails and read them carefully. We also recommend you look at the Study in Christchurch information on the ChristchurchNZ website and share this information with your families.
Study in Christchurch – ChristchurchNZ
Accommodation and airport transfers
Lincoln’s Halls of Residence are popular with students and students must apply using the MyLinc portal. Please apply early.
Lincoln’s Accommodation Services provides free airport reception for all new international students who have confirmed their accommodation booking and are staying in Lincoln’s Halls of Residence. Email your finalised travel details, including flight numbers, at least 3 working days prior to your arrival to travel@lincoln.ac.nz
Planning for departure and arriving in New Zealand
We recommend you look at the website Christchurch Educated. You will find useful information to help you prepare for your transition to Lincoln University, New Zealand.
Study in Christchurch – ChristchurchNZ
Important dates
Please refer to our Key dates webpage for updates and changes on important dates.
Please note | Exam dates are not released until midway during the semester and students are expected to be available until the end of the examination period. Please check these dates on our website before making arrangements to leave campus.
Pastoral care
When studying in New Zealand, international students are protected by the Education (Pastoral Care of International Students) Code of Practice 2021.
Code of Pastoral Care for international students – NZQA website
Contact details
Office Hours
Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm
Student Administration
Forbes Building
Lincoln University
PO Box 85084
Lincoln 7647
NEW ZEALAND
Email: student.exchange@lincoln.ac.nz
Phone: 0800 10 60 10, extn: 30044 (within NZ) or +64 3 423 0044 (from overseas)
Accommodation Services
Lincoln University
PO Box 85084
Lincoln 7647
NEW ZEALAND
Email: accomm@lincoln.ac.nz
Phone: +64 3 325 3620