Training leaders since 1922
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Laidlaw College provides a dynamic learning environment for students throughout New Zealand and around the world. Our mission is to equip students and scholars to think, live and serve.
Study Areas Ngā Wāhanga Ako
Theology
From foundational study to doctoral research — know God, His word and His world.
Learn more →Counselling
Become a registered counsellor, integrating faith, theory and therapeutic practice.
Learn more →Teacher Education
Train as a primary or early childhood teacher in a values-based community.
Learn more →Christian Leadership
Form and equip leaders for the church through the Centre for Church Leadership.
Learn more →Laidlaw Distinctives Ngā Kōrero o Laidlaw
A Commitment to the Gospel
At the heart of the Christian faith is the person of Jesus: God and man, creator and redeemer. We are unapologetically committed to the gospel.
Authentic Staff
We are privileged to have a world-class teaching team who combine scholarly brilliance with genuine pastoral care and lived faith.
Formation for Lifelong Leadership
Our programmes are designed to help you think through who you are. We train leaders, not just minds.
A Supportive & Diverse Community
We are a multicultural community, with staff and students from many cultures, inspired by the vision of the kingdom of God.
World-Class Teaching & Research
Our faculty are globally-respected lecturers and researchers whose engaging teaching is informed by active scholarship.
Equipping Leaders for Church & Society
Laidlaw has been training leaders for church and society since 1922 — over a century of shaping people who serve.
Events Ngā Huihuinga
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Open Night — Online
Explore study options and meet our faculty from wherever you are.
Public Lecture
Navigating Life's Challenges
A counselling-focused evening on resilience, hope and wellbeing.
Workshop
Integrating Metaphoric Tools in Therapeutic Practice
Pictures and Words — a professional development workshop for practitioners.
Latest News from Laidlaw Ngā Pūrongo
Applications Open to Graduate
Auckland Graduation Ceremony – Saturday, 23 May 2026 The Graduation ceremony for our Auckland campus will be held on Saturday, 23 May 2026. Applications for the Auckland Graduation ceremony will close on 10 April 2026.…
New Head of Education Appointed
Laidlaw College is delighted to announce the appointment of Rev Dr Pennie Togiatama as our incoming Head of Education. A proud Niuean, Pennie holds a Doctorate in Education from the University of Auckland and a Masters…
Dr Allen Yeh
Postgraduate Theological Study Opportunity – March 2026 Mission of the Church in the 21st Century Block Course: March 9–13, 2026 Guest Lecturer: Dr. Allen Yeh Join us for a dynamic theological exploration of mission…
Christchurch weather warning - 23 Oct
Due to the state of emergency declared due to the severe (red) weather warning issued for Christchurch on Thursday 23 October 2025, the Christchurch campus will be closed, and classes that were scheduled to run on…
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