Learn about different study and training options including universities, polytechnics, wānanga, industry training organisations and more! This resource can also help you think about what to consider when choosing one!

Students and whānau across New Zealand.

This resource offers an overview of study options beyond school, links to where you can find more detailed information and clear communication about how each of these options is different from the others!

Find out more about what post-school education opportunities are available in New Zealand. From wānanga to universities, there are a wide range of providers out there.

Practical information for parents and carers on the options available for students thinking of further education beyond school.

Useful information and links to help parents and carers understand about the options for universities, institutes of technology and polytechnics, wānanga, private training establishments (PTEs) and government training establishments.

Vocational education and training programmes teach skills that you can use in specific jobs. There are hundreds of options and several ways to learn.

You can study online or in the classroom. You can also do an apprenticeship, which lets you earn while you learn on the job.

New Zealanders who are looking for a career path or want to retrain. It is also helpful for people whose employment has been affected by COVID-19.

Learn about resources and financial support that you might be able to get to help pay for your study or training.

How you can study during nights or weekends to learn useful work skills and build confidence for future learning.

People busy during the day who want to learn new skills. People who want to get confident to go into tertiary study or apprenticeships. People who need to improve their work ready skills, such as literacy. People who want to learn new skills, such as computing, to find a new job or progress in their career.

• Information on adult and community education classes
• Links to course provider websites.

Find out more about the range of opportunities available, including tertiary study, vocational training, apprenticeships and on-the-job training.

Parents and carers who wish to explore further education and training options.

This resource can help answer questions such as:

• What are the education options after secondary school?
• What are the tertiary qualification levels?
• How much does it cost?