Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
New Zealand
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About Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
The Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) is a leading government-owned institute of technology in New Zealand, with campuses in Nelson, Marlborough, and Richmond. Established in 1905, NMIT has a long history of delivering high-quality, career-focused education to students from New Zealand and around the world. Known for its strong industry connections and practical learning approach, the institute provides a supportive and hands-on learning environment that prepares students for real-world success.
NMIT offers a wide range of programmes across areas such as business, engineering, health, aviation, arts, and viticulture.
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Why Choose NMIT
A globally recognized education within a diverse and student-focused campus community
PERSONALIZED EDUCATION
At NMIT, around ~7,000 learners study each year in small class settings where tutors get to know students by name and tailor support to individual goals, helping you build real‑world skills with personalised guidance from enrolment through graduation.
RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY
Students at NMIT can join a vibrant learner community across campuses in Nelson, Richmond and Marlborough, with options like Nikau student apartments and local homestays that help you live, study and make connections with peers from New Zealand and abroad.
OVER 100 DEGREE OPTIONS
NMIT offers 120+ study options from certificates and diplomas to bachelor’s and postgraduate degrees across areas such as business, creative industries, engineering, maritime, viticulture and more, ensuring wide choice for your career direction.
Global & Industry Connections
Through strong links with employers and advisory boards, NMIT’s programmes are developed with global industry input, giving you hands‑on experience, industry placements and connections that help graduates be workforce‑ready both in NZ and internationally.
LEADING SUPPORTS AND SERVICES
NMIT provides comprehensive support services including wellbeing, academic guidance, budgeting help, IT support and accommodation advice, backed by student groups like SANITI to ensure your success on and off campus.
MILLION IN ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIPS
NMIT and its partners offer a range of scholarship opportunities covering partial to full course fees, such as school‑leaver awards (~NZ$1,000) and other funded awards that support learners financially as they pursue their studies.
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NMIT offers career-focused degrees across multiple faculties and study formats.
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NMIT helps you prepare for work with industry‑connected programmes and practical skills while you study, and post‑study you can access job support through student services such as CV and interview coaching, job search assistance, career planning, and guidance on New Zealand work options including post‑study work visas. While NMIT itself doesn’t run a formal graduate placement service, many graduates (about 91% employment rate) go on to work in their field thanks to the skills and connections built during study.
NMIT offers a range of scholarships and awards to help reduce course costs, including partial or full course fee scholarships in areas like business, IT, engineering and nursing, and special awards such as the $1,000 School Leaver Award for outstanding local students. You can also access external scholarships and apply for student loans, allowances, hardship grants and budgeting support through student services.
International students at NMIT receive tailored support through the Learner Success and International Support teams, who help with accommodation, budgeting and finance, visas and insurance, wellbeing and homesickness, academic assistance, and adjusting to life in New Zealand, plus 24/7 emergency support contacts.
NMIT hosts a friendly, multicultural student community of over 400 international students from around the world, with campus associations, social events, cultural activities and networking opportunities that help you connect with other students while studying in the scenic Nelson and Marlborough regions.