FAQs

Le Cordon Bleu’s tradition of culinary excellence began over a century ago when its first school opened in Paris in 1895. Today, Le Cordon Bleu is linked to the world’s most prestigious restaurants, hotels, and businesses. Its reputation is built on delivering superior, industry-relevant programmes, with a perfect mix of practical and theoretical training. Qualifications of Le Cordon Bleu are internationally recognised. Our alumni have the credentials that set them above the competition in an evolving industry. Le Cordon Bleu is a vital member of the international business and culinary community, with 20,000 graduates annually from 35 schools in over 20 countries.

Wellington was recently named New Zealand's top destination by Lonely Planet as well as one of the "Coolest Little Capitals in the World." As well as being New Zealand's capital city, it is also New Zealand's culinary capital and cultural hub - with a vibrant and forever-growing food and hospitality scene full of restaurants, cafes, bars, artisan bakeries, craft breweries and specialty delicatessens. In short, it's a culinary students dream!

Course fees are listed under the course descriptions in the Our Programs tab at the top of this screen.

Our course fees are currently not eligible for student loans through Studylink.

Information can be found in the scholarship page at the top of this screen.

You must fill out a scholarship application form, and an Enrolment form. Full details are on the Scholarships page.

There is no upper age limit, but you must be a minimum of 16 years old to apply.

Yes we do. A list of our short courses, workshops, master classes can be found in the short course and event section of the website or by clicking here.

Yes. You can work for up to 20 hours per week if you are an international student, domestic students can work unlimited hours.

Typical class sizes for our culinary programmes are 16 students per class. The enables the chef to give one on one tuition to each student.

The uniform and knife kit are included in the course fees package for all applicable programs and they are yours to keep.

Students can apply for credit for academic study. Our Academic Director will consider each application on its own merits.

You need to complete an Enrolment Form, which you will find under the ‘Apply’ tab at the top of this screen. Check that you have included all necessary documents before sending. You will then be sent an Offer of Place and information on your next steps.

Yes, we can assist with obtaining the necessary English Language qualifications. Students who require intensive English study in order to reach the required IELTS level are referred to one of our English language partners. Onsite language support is also available.

We provide all applicants with information on accommodation options in Wellington and are able to provide advice and guidance. International students under the age of 18 are required to go into Homestay Accommodation and we will arrange this for them.

If you are planning to study for more than three months you must apply for a Student Visa, and if you wish to work while you are studying, then this should be included in your visa application. You can find more information under the Student Experience tab at the top of this screen. Courses for a duration of less than three months do not require a Student Visa, but you will still require a Visitor Visa. For full details visit the Immigration New Zealand website.