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Southern Institute of Technology:
Southern Institute of Technology has a proud history of vocational education and training. Established as Southland Polytechnic over 30 years ago and more recently known as Southern Institute of Technology, we provide students with quality education across a range of subject areas and at a variety of levels. By offering programmes from certificate and diploma to bachelor's degree and post graduate level you can enter your training at the level that suits you and progress as you are ready. With around 9,000 students, SIT is big enough to offer variety and a student culture, yet small enough to retain a friendly atmosphere.

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Bachelor of Applied Media Arts (Journalism)
Certificate in Radio and Journalism
National Certificate in Journalism (Introductory)
National Diploma in Journalism

School of Audio Production
Bachelor of Audio Production
Certificate in Audio Production
Certificate in Music and Sound Engineering (Pre Entry)

School of Business
Accounting Technician's Certificate
Certificate in Business
Diploma in Aviation (Fixed or Rotary Wing)
Diploma in Human Resource Management
New Zealand Diploma in Business
NZIM Diploma in Management
NZIM Small Business Entrepreneurs Certificate
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Enterprise
The University of Otago Programme at SIT

School of DImage of Institute of Technology in New Zealandesign & Visual Arts
Bachelor of Applied Media Arts (Visual Media)
Certificate in Applied Arts
Certificate in Foundation Art and Craft
Certificate in Interior Décor (Level 4)
Certificate in Pattern Making and Garment Construction
Diploma in Fashion and Design

School of Music
Bachelor of Contemporary Music
Certificate in Intermediate Contemporary Music
Certificate in Introductory Contemporary Music
Certificate in Music and Sound Engineering (Pre Entry)

School of New Media
Bachelor of Digital Media
Diploma in Animation
National Certificate in Film and Television

Sir Anthony Hopkins School of Dramatic Arts
Bachelor of Applied Media Arts (Dramatic Arts)
National Certificate in Performing Arts General (Levels 3 and 4)

Te Ara Reo
Advanced Certificate in Te Ara Reo Māori
Certificate in Te Ara Reo Máori

School of Computing
Bachelor of Information Technology
Certificate in Business Administration and Computing (Level 2)
Certificate in Call Centre Operations
Certificate in Computing (CIC)
Certificate in Technical Computing
National Certificate in Business Administration (Level 4)
National Certificate in Business Administration and Computing (Level 3)
National Certificate in Business Administration and Computing (Level 3)
National Certificate in Computing (Level 3)

School of English Language
Certificate in English as a Second Language (Level 3)
Certificate in Intensive English Language
Certificate in Intensive English Language (Level 4)
Certificate in Intensive English Language Beginner (Level 1)
Certificate in Intensive English Language Post-Beginner (Level 2)

School of Health, Exercise and Recreation
Bachelor of Sport and Recreation
Bachelor of Therapeutic and Sports Massage
Certificate in Adventure New Zealand (Level 3)
Certificate in Massage (Relaxation Massage) (Level 4)
Certificate in Surf and Surf Life Saving
Diploma in Sport and Recreation

School of Nursing
Bachelor of Nursing
Certificate for Nurse Assistant
Certificate in Careworking
Certificate in Pre Entry to the Bachelor of Nursing
Diploma in Mental Health Support Work
National Certificate in Mental Health (Mental Health Support Work) Level 4
National Certificate in Support of the Older Person (Level 3)
New Zealand Certificate in Nanny Education
Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma in Health Science

School of Social Services
Certificate in Women's Studies (Level 5)
National Certificate in Social Services (Level 4)

School of Vocational Preparation
Certificate in Focussing on Employment
Certificate in Foundation Studies (Teaching)
Certificate in Teacher Aiding
Certificate in Teacher Aiding
Certificate in Vocational Foundation Studies
Diploma in Adult Education and Training (Level 5)
Pre Entry Certificate with strands in Sport and Recreation, Environmental Management or Veterinary Nursing

School of Applied Life Sciences
Bachelor of Environmental Management
Certificate in Commercial Floristry (Level 3)*
Certificate in Veterinary Nursing
Diploma in Veterinary Nursing
National Certificate in Animal Care
National Certificate in Floristry (Level 2)

School of Automotive Engineering
Certificate in Automotive Engineering
Certificate in Automotive Heavy Trades
Certificate in Foundation Trades with Strands in Automotive

School of Construction
Certificate in Carpentry Pre Trade
Certificate in Foundation Trades with Strands in Carpentry
Diploma in Quantity Surveying
National Certificate in Construction (Leading Hand) (Level 4)
National Diploma in Architectural Technology (Level 6)

School of Electrotechnology
Certificate in Applied Technology (Renewable Energy)
Certificate in Electrical Engineering Trade Skills (CHCH)
Certificate in Electrical Trade Skills
Certificate in Foundation Trades with Strands in Electrical
Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

School of Hairdressing, Beauty, and Pharmacy

Certificate in Beauty Services (Cosmetology and Nail Technology) (Level 4)
Certificate in Elementary Hair Design
Certificate in Visual Hair Design
Diploma in Beauty Therapy (Level 5)

School of Hospitality & Tourism
ATTTO Diploma in Tourism Management
Bachelor of Hotel Management
Certificate in Cafe and Bar Skills
Certificate in Hospitality (Cookery) (Level 4) Incorporating Level 2 and 3
Certificate in Tourism (Guiding)
Certificate in Travel
National Diploma in Hospitality Management
Unit standards leading towards Liquor Licence Controller Qualification

School of Joinery

Certificate in Foundation Trades with Strands in Joinery
Certificate in Joinery
Entry Level Woodwork
Own Choice Woodwork
Woodwork Shaping
Woodworking Machinery for Beginners

School of Mechanical Engineering
Certificate in Applied Technology (Plumbing and Gasfitting)
Certificate in Applied Technology (Renewable Energy)
Certificate in Foundation Trade with Strands in Welding
Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 2)

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University Preparation & English Language Courses:

- Taylors Auckland Foundation Year (TAFY) with 2 program options:

*Intensive (Accelerated) Program: This 30-week program is ideal if you have superior grades in English & relevant subjects and want to fasttrack your pathway to University.

*Standard Program: Study English & 4 elective subjects. 35, 38 or 40 weeks.
 
*Certificate in Pre-Foundation Studies:
Prepares you for academic study at foundation level.

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