Sorena programme guide
New Zealand Diploma in Aviation
This guide brings together the programme information the institution currently publishes. It does not assess whether the programme is suitable for you.
Overview
New Zealand Diploma in Aviation is listed by Southern Wings as a Diploma at NZQF Level 5.
What you will study
Programme-specific curriculum content is not yet published in the Sorena catalogue. Use the institution link above for the current course structure.
Who may find it relevant
No general suitability statement is published. Admission is decided by the institution after it reviews an applicant's evidence.
Programme structure
Published duration: Approx. 240 credits; typically 12+ months full-time (230 hours minimum flight time; exact weeks not published).
Fees context
Fee not published by the institution.
Entry requirements
NCEA Level 3 (or equivalent) with minimum 14 credits each in an English-focused subject and a mathematics-oriented subject; OR Level 4+ trade qualification; OR pass all NZ PPL theory subjects within 42 days (max 2 failures, no subject failed twice)
Start dates
- no specific 2026 date found after 29 Jul 2026
- Not published — intake is annual in February
- exact date not specified)
- February 2027 (applications for 2027 confirmed open on official site
Career context
The institution has not supplied structured career-outcome information to the Sorena catalogue.
What to check before applying
- Confirm the current fee and fee basis with the institution.
- Check the next available start date.
- Review the institution's academic and English requirements.
- Complete the Sorena assessment before requesting individual guidance.