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180+ qualifications and courses. Whether you want to work indoors or out, in a creative or technical field, or something in-between, we have a qualification for you. Browse our programmes or let a career advisor help you figure out your next big step. Choose a course. Flexible study options.
- Study Akona
Flexible study options mean you can learn on campus, online,...
- Explore Tūhura
About Otago Polytechnic Programmes English Language...
- Research Rakahau
Twelve Otago Polytechnic projects have been named finalists...
- Services Ratonga
About Otago Polytechnic Programmes English Language...
- Adventure & Tourism
Taught by New Zealand’s most experienced and qualified...
- Art
Study Ceramics at Otago Polytechnic and explore this...
- Community Services
Specialise in supporting people with addictions issues at...
- Education & Culture
An English Language qualification can lead you to further...
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- Bridging and Foundation
- Learn Online
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We have a range of subjects to choose form if you're looking for something new. Flick through our Programme Guide to discover a new subject or get in touch with one of our friendly Liaison Advisorsand they can help you choose what area best suits you.
The perfect option if you want to get a feel for what tertiary study is like, or if you need to gain a few skills before you jump straight into a new area. There are plenty of subjects offered, and some will even give you work-ready skills for entry-level roles.
We offer several fully-online programmes, delivered in partnership with eCampus NZ who offer a range of online certificates and diplomas. Our online learning platforms let you talk to your facilitator and your virtual classmates and access all your course material from wherever you are. Learn more
You can now study for free* in high-demand industries as New Zealand recovers from Covid-19. Study options include Engineering and Information Technology. Learn more
If you've got work experience but no qualification to match we can measure your existing capability and give you academic credit for what you already know. Learn more
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Otago Polytechnic was a public New Zealand tertiary education institute, centred in Dunedin with additional campuses in Cromwell and Auckland. Otago Polytechnic provided career-focused education and training, offering a range of New Zealand accredited postgraduate qualifications, degrees, diplomas and certificates at levels 2–10.
- 759 full- and part-time staff (2018)
- 9,281 EFTS (2018)
- 1870 Dunedin School of Art, 1889 Dunedin Technical College, 1966–November 1, 2022
About | Otago Polytechnic. We are proud to be a leader in high-quality, career-focused tertiary education. With local campuses in Dunedin and Central Otago, and an international campus in Auckland, our students learn the skills they need for a career they'll love. Why did you choose Otago Polytechnic? Watch on.
Campuses. Explore our campuses. We have three beautiful Otago campuses. Ōtepoti (Dunedin) is home to our main campus, while Cromwell and Wānanka host our regional campuses. We also have an international campus in Auckland. Take a tour of Otago Polytechnic. Watch on. View Transcript.
Otago Polytechnic contributed $464.35 million to the Otago economy, according to our latest Economic Impact Report. Otago Polytechnic is a leader in career-focused education. We build capability, realise potential and have excellent student achievement results.
