New Zealand has many different types of higher education providers to choose from.
New Zealand’s higher education providers include eight government-funded universities, Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology, and hundreds of private training establishments.
Explore New Zealand’s range of providers to find the one that suits you best.
Places to study
Choosing an education provider in New Zealand is a big decision for learners. Check out these five key factors to consider.
Vocational & Applied Education
New Zealand is strengthening its vocational & applied education and training system to make it more supportive, flexible and relevant to workplaces.
Our 16 government-owned and funded institutes of technology and polytechnics (ITPs) have been unified into a single national institution: Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.
Although ITPs sit under Te Pūkenga, they are recognised as individual education providers.
This new way of learning will give you the work skills and qualifications to prepare you for the future.
Learn English
You can take an English language course with a private English language school, a university, or a Te Pūkenga education provider.
If your main goal is higher education study, many providers offer pathway programmes to help you meet English language entry requirements, without having to re-sit IELTs or TOEFL exams.
Study online
Study with one of New Zealand’s education providers online to gain globally-recognised qualifications that will enable you to succeed in the future.
Whether you’re looking for specialist, vocational or academic study, choose a provider that offers the course to suit you and study from anywhere in the world.
Global pathways
New Zealand’s universities have partnered with education providers around the world so that you can begin your studies right now, in your home country.
When you successfully complete your course, your learning is recognised by a New Zealand university. You may then choose to progress your studies with one of our world-ranked universities.