8,998

Southern Institute of Technology

8,998
New Zealand
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  • Established:
    Rank: 8,998
    Fees: £5,000

Location: Christchurch, Queenstown, Gore and Auckland, New Zealand
International Students: 2,600
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  About the Institution
Southern Institute of Technology is a post-secondary education and training provider in New Zealand. The institute has four campuses in Invercargill, Christchurch, Queenstown and Gore and offers more than 250 programmes. Currently, the provider offers qualifications from certificate to postgraduate levels. New Zealand Qualifications Framework accredits all courses.

The Southern Institute has links with its students and partners across New Zealand. In addition, the institute has a good reputation among students. 90% of graduates considered their programme good value for money, while 92% of graduates were satisfied with the quality of their programme.

Across its various campuses, the Southern Institute of Technology has equipment and resources for studying and leisure. First, the provider’s library has over 25,000 books and 750,000 E-books and provides various group study spaces. Also, the institute has specialist training equipment for certain courses, such as commercial training kitchens.

For leisure activities, the Southern Institute has gym and fitness classes available. The SIT gym was also recently refurbished with state-of-the-art equipment and workout spaces. Students can also use the Bungalow Restaurant, which has a cafe and bar or the Vault Cafe.

  Location
Different cultures exist across SIT’s Invercargill, Christchurch, Queenstown, Gore and Auckland campuses. Southerners are also known for being friendly and welcoming and students get many opportunities to meet local people and experience New Zealand culture.

At the Invercargill and Queenstown campuses, students are near Fiordland National Park, which was New Zealand's first UNESCO world heritage area. It is also the sixth largest national park in the world and is just a few hours’ drive away. When living in New Zealand. Students will also find plenty of shopping, art and culture events and outdoor activities in most places across Southland.

  Student Life
At the Southern Institute, small class sizes help students to receive personalised attention from teachers and staff. As a result, a communal atmosphere exists at all SIT campuses.

On campus, students are also well-supported with resources and social events. Students can access academic support, health and well-being resources and access opportunities for volunteering, work experience and job vacancies. The institute also has many recreational activities based around sport, recreation, community and social events.

SIT offers off-campus accommodation for students. The provider has apartment-style accommodations for international students, which are located minutes from their chosen campus. Also, options vary from shared rooms and facilities to private options with self-catered and catered choices.

Alternatively, students can stay with a host family in a homestay or private or shared flats in each city. Students can find listings and support directly from the SIT support staff.

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  Courses

New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) (Marketing and Sales Strand)
New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing (Level 5)
Bachelor of Nursing (Level 7)
New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering major) (Level 6)
New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3)
New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology (Level 6)
New Zealand Certificate in Digital Media and Design (Level 3)
New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) (Human Resource Management Strand)
New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 5)
New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 6)
New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering Theory (Level 3)
New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) Health and Wellness Careers
New Zealand Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Level 6)
New Zealand Certificate in Animal Technology (Level 5) with strand in Veterinary Nursing Assistant
New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying) (Level 6)
New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) (Marketing and Sales Strand)
New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing (Level 5)
Bachelor of Nursing (Level 7)
New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering major) (Level 6)
New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3)
New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology (Level 6)
New Zealand Certificate in Digital Media and Design (Level 3)
New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) (Human Resource Management Strand)
New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 5)
New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 6)
New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering Theory (Level 3)
New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) Health and Wellness Careers
New Zealand Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (Level 6)
New Zealand Certificate in Animal Technology (Level 5) with strand in Veterinary Nursing Assistant
New Zealand Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying) (Level 6)
New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil Engineering major) (Level 6)
Bachelor of Construction (Level 7)
New Zealand Diploma in Web Development and Design (Level 5)
New Zealand Certificate in Skills for Living for Supported Learners (Level 1)
New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills (Level 3) - Carpentry
New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills (Level 3) - Carpentry - Special Waituna Lagoon project
New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills (Level 3) – Joinery Allied Trades (Level 3)
New Zealand Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (Practice and Applied Practice) (Level 5)
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services) (Level 4) with strand in Social Services
New Zealand Diploma in Sport, Recreation and Exercise (Multi-sector) (Level 5)
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Social and Community Services) (Level 4) with strand in Mental Health and Addiction Support
General English Plus Examination Preparation (Training Scheme) (Level 4)
New Zealand Certificate in Creativity (Level 4)
New Zealand Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage (Level 5)
New Zealand Diploma in Audio Engineering and Production (Level 6)
New Zealand Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) (Level 5)
New Zealand Diploma in Tourism and Travel (Southern Experience) (Level 5)
Bachelor of Audio Production (Level 7)
Bachelor of Contemporary Music (Level 7)
Bachelor of Environmental Management (Level 7)
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise (Level 7)
Diploma in Contemporary Music (Level 5)
Diploma in Contemporary Music (Level 6)
Foundation Certificate in Agriculture (Level 4)
General English for English Proficiency Test – Advanced (Level Certificate)
General English for English Proficiency Test – Intermediate (Level Certificate)
General English for English Proficiency Test – Pre Intermediate (Level Certificate)
General English for English Proficiency Test – Upper-Intermediate (Level Certificate)
Massey Diploma in Agriculture (Level 5) (Level 5)
New Zealand Certificate in Agriculture (Farming Systems) (Level 3)
New Zealand Certificate in Entertainment and Event Technology (Level 4) with strands in Lighting and Live Sound
New Zealand Certificate in Equine Skills (Level 3) (Sporthorse Stable Assistant)
New Zealand Certificate in Floristry (Level 3)
New Zealand Certificate in Food and Beverage Service (Level 3)
New Zealand Certificate in Foundation Skills (Level 2) strand in Music and Music Technology
New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Emerging Stylist) (Level 4)
New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing (Salon Support) (Level 3)
New Zealand Certificate in Music (Level 4)
New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) - Environmental Management
New Zealand Certificate in Tourism (Level 3) with strands in Visitor Experience, Tourism and Travel
New Zealand Certificate in Travel (Level 4)
New Zealand Diploma in Audio Engineering and Production (Level 5)
New Zealand Certificate in Agriculture (Vehicles, Machinery and Infrastructure) (Level 3)
New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care (Companion Animals) (Level 3)
New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care (Level 3)
New Zealand Certificate in Animal Technology (Level 5) Rural Animal Technician
New Zealand Certificate in Aquaculture (Level 3) with strands in Hatchery, Fish, and Shellfish
New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3) (Heavy)
New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3) (Light)
New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy (Level 4)
New Zealand Certificate in Cookery (Level 3)
New Zealand Certificate in DJ and Electronic Music Production (Level 4)
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Graduate Certificate in Management (Level 7)
Graduate Diploma in Management (Level 7)
Master of Applied Management (Level 9)
Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Management (Level 8)
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management (Level 8)
Graduate Diploma in Engineering Technology (Level 7)
Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (Level 7)
Master of Information Technology (Level 9)
Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology (Level 8)
Graduate Diploma in Marketing (Level 7)
Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting (Level 7)
Graduate Diploma in Visual Media (Level 7)
Graduate Certificate in Hotel Management (Level 7)
Graduate Diploma in Event Management (Level 7)
Graduate Diploma in Hotel Management (Level 7)
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Health Sciences (Wellness and Rehabilitation) (Level 8)
Graduate Diploma in Construction (Level 7)
Graduate Diploma in Screen Arts (3D Animation) (Level 7)
Graduate Certificate in Audio Production (Level 7)
Graduate Certificate in Contemporary Music (Level 7)
Graduate Diploma in Audio Production (Level 7)
Graduate Diploma in Contemporary Music (Level 7)
Graduate Diploma in Environmental Management (Level 7)
Graduate Diploma in Screen Arts (Film Making) (Level 7)
Graduate Diploma in Sport and Exercise (Level 7)
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