Sorena programme guide
New Zealand Diploma in Cookery (Advanced)
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 Cookery (Advanced) is listed by The Culinary Collective 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: 35 weeks (incl. 5-week internship).
Fees context
NZ$25,500
(total for the whole programme)
2026 fee, shown as indicative for 2027. The institution has not yet confirmed its 2027 price.
Not published (2027 intake dates published but not a distinct 2027 fee figure)
Entry requirements
Level 4 Cookery qualification (or NZ Certificate in Baking L4 / NZ Certificate in Cooking L4) or equivalent current industry experience/skills in a cookery-related role
IELTS 5.5 overall (Academic or General), no band score below 5.0, or NZQA-recognised equivalent
Full entry requirements are in the Entry requirements section above.