Ara Institute of Canterbury

Ara Institute of Canterbury

CPIT and Aoraki Polytechnic have formed a new organisation, Ara Institute of Canterbury, to provide vocational and applied tertiary education in the Canterbury region of New Zealand.  At the Ara Institute of Canterbury,   we believe in a personalised learning experience; one that is flexible and respectful of our students’ educational needs and career goals.  We help you to excel with your studies and make the most of the time you spend living in New Zealand.    Our focus is always on balancing theory with practical learning to ensure you are work-ready when you graduate.

The Ara Institute of Canterbury is one of the largest institutes of technology in New Zealand with five sites and a choice of more than 150 qualifications including degrees and graduate diplomas.  At the Ara Institute of Canterbury we specialise in education for employment; when you study with us you’ll gain skills, knowledge and practical experience, and you’ll graduate work-ready with a globally recognised qualification.

5 reasons to choose the Ara Institute of Canterbury

1. Experienced tutors with extensive industry connections.
2. Most programmes include work-integrated learning (up to 1400 hours for some qualifications)
3. Classes are small so you’ll get to know your tutors and classmates well.
4. The staff are committed to your success and we offer a comprehensive range of accessible student support services including international student advisors who speak several languages.
5. Impressive purpose-built facilities.

Wherever in the world you come from, you will be welcomed into our inclusive community made up of staff and students from more than 50 countries.  You’ll also have many opportunities to enjoy free time in a safe, friendly region close to beautiful scenery and adventure pursuits.