Te Tauihu (Top of the South) is a unique and diverse region and NMIT is its largest education and training provider, making a substantial contribution to the regional economy.
With over 100 qualifications from certificate through to master's level and we have developed specialisms in areas such as aquaculture, maritime/marine, viticulture & wine and aviation engineering, where industry links are excellent.
Since 1905, our mission has been to support the development of Te Tauihu through high-quality applied vocational and professional education and training. International collaboration since the mid-1990s has enabled us to create strong partnerships with several offshore institutions.
The Top of the South Island is a unique area with natural advantages. NMIT delivers a number of programmes that reflect regional industry excellence and depth.
Viticulture
80% of New Zealand’s wine is produced in Marlborough. NMIT’s state-of-the-art wine campus makes the most of a burgeoning industry, providing hands on learning and industry connections in this fast growing sector.
Maritime
Given Port Nelson is Australiasia’s largest seafood port, it’s no surprise that our Maritime programme offers a huge range of starter and advanced courses. Enter an industry on the move
Forestry
Forests have a key role to play in New Zealand’s economic and environmental future. How we develop and manage forestry assets to balance those imperatives makes for a great career.
Aviation Engineering
With the Woodburn Airforce base in Blenheim and the country’s busiest regional airport on it’s doorstep, NMIT is closely aligned with the aviation industry and the career opportunities that go with it.
Aquaculture & Marine Conservation
The Blue Economy is a major regional economic priority. Careers in Aquaculture and Marine Conservation cover both the economic and social consequences of developing and managing the precious resources of our moana.
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Adventure Tourism
Nelson Tasman is a tourism hotspot, making it a great place to jump into a career showing people just how much fun you can have around here. Or anywhere.
NMIT attracts significant numbers of international students. The institute has also formed offshore partnerships with a number of institutions in America, Brazil, China, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, South Korea, Spain and Sweden.
