Upcoming Bachelor of Nursing Intakes
Upcoming intake opportunities and application deadlines
This page is updated regularly. Please check back often for the latest information on intake availability and application status, these dates are subject to change without notice.
We recommend you get ready early, by preparing all of your application documentation for the opening date. See the documents section of the main programme page.
Christchurch & Timaru intakes semester 2 2026
Please note:
- Applications open on 27 April 2026
- Applications close on 18 May 2026
- Limited spaces available
- Only completed applications will be considered
- We will notify you of the result of your application after 22 June 2026. Please do not contact us before this date.
Important information – please read
- If you have started an application, it must be fully completed and submitted by the application closing date to be considered.
- If you are awaiting your NCEA Level 3 results, please apply for the March intake.
- The outcome of international applications will be communicated as soon as they are reviewed by the department.
International applications can be sent to intladmissions@ara.ac.nz any time prior to the closing date.