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Study with Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Gain work skills and qualifications in
New Zealand to prepare for the future.

Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology is a tertiary education institution established by the New Zealand Government

Created on 1 April 2020, it has 16 subsidiary organisations which provide vocational education and training throughout New Zealand.

Vocational and applied education in New Zealand

Learning with us will give you relevant work skills, real world experience and globally recognised qualifications

  • Study in New Zealand and you’ll gain qualifications that are recognised and respected around the world. New Zealand was ranked the top English-speaking country at preparing students for the future by The Economist Intelligence Unit in 2019.

  • You’ll increase your employability by gaining relevant skills and hands-on experience in your industry. Employers help to create our courses and programmes, so you can be confident you’re getting the right skills for the right jobs.

  • Learning in New Zealand takes place at work as well as on campus and online. Your studies may include internships, work placements and industry projects. You’ll gain experience in your industry, make contacts, and be ready to work as soon as you graduate.

  • One of New Zealand’s most important values is manaakitanga – a Māori word meaning hospitality and kindness. You’ll be given a warm welcome and the support you need to achieve your goals.

Ready for work

Working while you study

If you have a student visa, you may be able to work for up to 20 hours a week during the term and full-time during holidays.

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Working after studying

You may be able to apply for a visa to work for up to three years in New Zealand after you graduate, depending on what you study and where you study.

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Jobs in high demand

Discover what work skills are in high demand in the New Zealand job market. If you gain the skills we need, you may be able to work here after graduating.

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Hear from international students

Meet students who are studying in New Zealand to gain work-based skills they can take anywhere in the world

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Learning from Kiwi culture

Three Indian students are building their future in the global forestry industry by studying for a Diploma in Forest Management at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology in Rotorua.

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Getting New Zealand on the map

Her master’s degree in New Zealand inspired German artist Theresa Grieben to build a career creating illustrated maps.

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Hands-on learning helps student achieve career goal

After completing Mechanical Engineering qualifications in his home country of India, Prasannan Thilakan wanted to study Production Management while also gaining work experience overseas.

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Fashion degree leads to top design label

South Korean student Soohee Moon was hired to work with one of New Zealand’s most well-known fashion labels after completing her studies at Otago Polytechnic.

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Living in New Zealand

Explore what your day-to-day life might be like if you studied here.

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Explore New Zealand

Whether you like living in a dynamic big city, a smaller lively city or in the countryside, New Zealand has a study destination to suit you. Each area of the country has places where you could study.

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Daily life

New Zealand is famous for its friendly people, relaxed pace of life and beautiful nature. Study here and you’ll have the space and freedom to be yourself and find your own path in life.

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Living costs

New Zealand has a similar cost of living to other OECD countries. Living costs vary depending on where you live. Your fees will depend on the type of course you choose, where you study and how long you study for.

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Where to stay

Finding a place to stay is one of the first steps towards feeling safe, happy and cared for in New Zealand. Places where you could live include homestays and shared houses or apartments.

Our five-step guide can help you get started on your New Zealand study adventure.

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