Otago Polytechnic

About

At Otago Polytechnic | Te Kura Matatini ki Otago, we believe our people make a better world.
We are guided by our values of caring/manaakitaka; courage/māia; accountability/takohaka; and empowerment/whakamanataka. And are proud to be a leader in high-quality, career-focused education.

Learners are at the heart of everything we do. We consistently get some of the highest student achievement and satisfaction results in Australasia. And employers love our graduates because they are work-ready, capable and confident. They are global citizens who care about making a difference – enriching the communities, industries and sectors they are part of.

Our teachers are innovative, expert and passionate; many join us from industry with extensive skillsets and connections and achieve higher-level teaching skills by completing a Graduate Diploma in Tertiary Education. With online tools, blended delivery options and pathways from foundation through to postgraduate; time, distance and previous learning are no barriers to gaining the education you want. We are highly active in the field of applied research with our researchers and their students contributing to professional and community networks nationally and internationally.

Features

• Post-grad work permit (Canada)
• Post-study work visa (Australia / NZ)
• no IELTS required (selected countries)
• no funds required (selected countries)
• scholarships available
• internships

Campus Locations

• Dunedin, South Island, New Zealand (Dunedin Campus)
• Cromwell, South Island, New Zealand (Central Otago Campus)
• Auckland, North Island, New Zealand (Auckland International Campus)

Testimonials

“Being at Otago Polytechnic has helped me realise my weaknesses and strengths through painting. It’s opened up my imagination to a place that I thought wouldn’t be possible. I wouldn’t be where I am now if it weren’t for all the learning and encouragement I’ve had from my supervisors. My experience has been a delight.” -Ana Teofilo

“Doing work experience in a place like the Dunedin Public Art Gallery gives you a different perspective on art – and life. As an Arts student, my focus has been on one day becoming an artist – but this experience has shown me that there are many other opportunities out there, like working in an art gallery or being a curator or conservationist.” -Kipp Richards

Courses

FIELDS OF STUDY	LIST OF COURSES
ACCOUNTING	Bachelor of Applied Management (Accounting) Diploma in Business (Level 5) (Accounting) or (Leadership and Management) Graduate Diploma in Accounting Certificate in Business (Accounting Support Services) (Level 4) Diploma in Business (Accounting) (Level 5)
ADMINISTRATION	Diploma in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 5) Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 4) Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 3) Diploma in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 5) Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 4)
ADVERTISING & MARKETING	Diploma in Business (Marketing and Sales) (Level 5) Graduate Diploma in Sales and Marketing
AGRICULTURE	Certificate in Apiculture (Level 4) Certificate in Apiculture (Queen Bee Rearing) (Level 4) Level 3 General and Amenity Horticulture Certificate in Land Skills (Level 2)
ARCHITECTURE	Bachelor of Architectural Studies (Architectural Technology) or (Interior Architecture)
ARTS, FINE/VISUAL/PERFORMING	Bachelor of Design (Product) Bachelor of Design (Fashion) Bachelor of Visual Arts (Honours) Bachelor of Visual Arts (Honours) Diploma in Arts and Design (Level 6) – Ceramics programme Diploma in Arts and Design (Level 5) – Ceramics programme Graduate Diploma in Visual Arts Master of Design Postgraduate Diploma in Design Postgraduate Certificate in Design Bachelor of Design (Honours) Master of Design Enterprise Master of Fine Arts Master of Visual Arts Postgraduate Diploma in Visual Arts Postgraduate Certificate in Visual Arts Certificate in Fashion (Level 4) Certificate in Arts and Design (Level 4)
ARTS AND SCIENCES
ARTS/ HUMANITIES/ SOCIAL SCIENCES
BIOLOGICAL/BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT	Bachelor of Applied Management Diploma in Business (Human Resources Management) (Level 5) Diploma in Business (Project Management) (Level 5) Diploma in Business (Leadership and Management) (Level 5) Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management Graduate Diploma in Event Management Graduate Diploma in Business Transformation and Change Graduate Diploma in Applied Management Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Management Master of Applied Management (Business Information Systems) Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management (Business Information Systems) Master of Applied Management (Business Management) Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management (Business Management) Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) with a focus on Business Certificate in Business (Small Business) (Level 4) Certificate in Business (Introduction to Small Business) (Level 3) Certificate in Business (First Line Management) (Level 4) Certificate in Business (Introduction to Team Leadership) (Level 3) Certificate in Project Management (Level 4) Diploma in Business (Marketing and Sales) (Level 5) Graduate Diploma in Sales and Marketing
COMMUNICATIONS	Bachelor of Leadership for Change Bachelor of Social Services (with specialties in Career Practice, Counselling, Disability Support and Coordination or Mental Health Support) Graduate Diploma in Sustainable Practice Graduate Diploma in Social Services (Career Practice), (Disability Support and Coordination) or (Mental Health Support) Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services) (Level 4)
COMMUNITY & SOCIAL SERVICES
COMPUTER SCIENCE & IT	Graduate Diploma in Information Technology – Dunedin Graduate Certificate in Information Technology (Level 7) Certificate in Information Technology Essentials (Level 4) Certificate in Computing (Intermediate User) (Level 3)
ECONOMICS
EDUCATION & TEACHING	Graduate Diploma in Tertiary Education (Level 7) Certificate in Adult and Tertiary Teaching (Level 5) Certificate in Adult Literacy and Numeracy Education (Vocational/Workplace) (Level 5) Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4) Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 3)
ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY	Bachelor of Engineering Technology Bachelor of Construction (Quantity Surveying) or (Site Management) Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) Diploma in Engineering (Civil Engineering) Diploma in Engineering (Electrical Engineering) Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 3) with a focus on Engineering Certificate in Electric Vehicle Automotive Engineering (Level 5) Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3) Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3) Diploma in Construction (Level 6) (Construction Management) or (Quantity Surveying) Certificate in Electrical Engineering Theory (Level 3) Certificate in Stonemasonry (Level 4) (Construction Stonemasonry)
FINANCE
FLIGHT TRAINING AND AVIATION
FOOD AND BEVERAGE	Bachelor of Culinary Arts Diploma in Brewing (Level 6) Level 3 High Country Farming (on campus) Certificate in Brewing (Level 4) Level 3 and 4 Nursery and Fruit Production Certificate in Cookery (Level 3) Certificate in Food and Beverage Service (Level 4) (Restaurant Services) Certificate in Cookery (Level 4) Certificate in Food and Beverage Service (Level 3) (Café Services) (Bar Services)
HOSPITALITY & TOURISM	Diploma in Tourism and Travel (Level 5) Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 5) Graduate Diploma in Tourism Management Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) with a focus on Tourism
LAW AND JUSTICE
LANGUAGE & LINGUISTICS	Certificate in English Language (General) (Level 3) Certificate in English Language (Applied) (Level 3) Certificate in English Language (General) (Level 4) Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 4) Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 5) Certificate in English Language (Level 2)
MEDIA	Level 6 Digital Media and Photography Level 5 Digital Media and Photography Certificate in Digital Health (Level 4) Certificate in Digital Media and Design (Level 4)
NURSING R & HEALTH RELATED COURSES	Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing Bachelor of Nursing Bachelor of Midwifery Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Level 6) Diploma in Enrolled Nursing (Level 5) Postgraduate Diploma in Midwifery Postgraduate Certificate in Midwifery Practice Master of Midwifery Certificate in Avian Wildlife Healthcare (Veterinarian) (Level 7) Certificate in Avian Wildlife Healthcare (Veterinary Nurses) (Level 6) Certificate in Animal Technology (Level 5) (Rural Animal Technician) Certificate in Animal Technology (Level 5) (Veterinary Nursing Assistant) Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage (Level 5) Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Therapy Practice Postgraduate Certificate in Occupational Therapy Practice Master of Occupational Therapy Health Bridging Certificate (Level 3 and 4) Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Practice in Health (Specialty)
RESEARCH
SAFETY & SECURITY
SCIENCES (APPLIED/GENERAL)	Bachelor of Applied Science Master of Applied Science Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Science
TECHNOLOGY	Diploma in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 5) Graduate Diploma in Design (Specialty) Certificate in Applied Digital Technology Product Solutions (Level 6) Certificate in Digital Technology Product Solutions (Level 5) Certificate in Technology Product Development Essentials (Level 4) Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 4) Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 3) Diploma in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 5) Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology) (Level 4)
TRADES/VOCATIONAL

Tuition Fees and Requirements

Tuition fees & Cost
Tuition fee range: Diploma Courses	$23,541 – $32,536 NZD
Tuition fee range: Bachelors Degree	$23,541 – $32,536 NZD
Tuition fee range: Masters Degree	$18,924 – $36,173 NZD
Scholarships	$2,000 – $15,000 NZD for International Students
Requirements	Passport CV or Resume College Diploma Transcript of Records High School Diploma Form 137 Birth Certificate IELTS For waived IELTS : medium of instruction letter from Previous college/ University

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