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Laidlaw College is the largest interdenominational theological tertiary institute in Aotearoa New Zealand, offering qualifications from certificate to doctoral level, in the areas of theology and biblical studies, mission, ministry, counselling and teacher education. We provide a dynamic learning environment for students throughout Aotearoa New Zealand and around the world.


Thank you for considering studying with us! We have been equipping women and men to renew their communities in light of the Gospel for over 100 years, and would love to enable you to continue in that legacy.

Come and join us – we’d love to welcome you into the Laidlaw community.


Semester 1 2024 Applications

International Close 1 November 2023
Scholarship Close 1 November 2023
Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary) Close 24 November 2023
Bachelor of Education (Primary) Close 19 January 2024
Bachelor of Counselling Close 19 January 2024
All Theology Close 26 January 2024
Interest only Close 2 February 2024

For more key dates go here.

A note for Auckland students: Our Henderson Campus is moving at the end of 2023. All programmes will be delivered at 80 Central Park Dr until the end of 2023. All programmes will be delivered from 3 Smythe Rd beginning January 2024.

You can read more about our move here.

All new applicants are required to upload BOTH of the following as one of the final steps in their application process in the Student Portal:

  • Certified copy of two of the following: passport, driver’s licence, or birth certificate
  • Certified copy of any previous academic transcripts (if applicable)

To certify your documents:

  • Our Admissions staff are authorised to certify your documents if you bring originals to the counter at the Christchurch or Henderson campus, or to the Manukau Learning Hub.
  • Alternatively, click the button below for more ways to certify your documents.

Police vetting is an entry requirement for some of our programmes. You can complete the police vetting form through the button below:


Upload documentation through our Student Portal when you apply below.

If it is your first time applying at Laidlaw College, you will be prompted to create an account to give you access to the Student Portal. Once you log in you will find step by step instructions to guide you through your application.

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Download the Student Portal User Guide



2024 course selections will be available for new students in the Student Portal after your application has been approved. Continuing students should contact your programme advisor if you would like to study in the 2023/2024 summer semester.


For full details on fees please go here 



Laidlaw has a range of courses from Certificates and Diplomas to Bachelors and Masters Degrees and beyond.


TEACHER EDUCATION COUNSELLING THEOLOGY

NEED MORE INFO? If you’d like to further discuss your study options give us a call on 0800 999 777 or email [email protected] and we’ll put you in touch with the right person.

You can also complete an enquiry form if you prefer.