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As an international student at Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) you’ll enjoy a world class education in one of the most beautiful and dynamic regions of New Zealand. Students choose NMIT for its outstanding facilities, wide range of programmes from certificate to postgraduate level and high standards of achievement - NMIT is rated Category 1 status, the highest possible, by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority. Our programmes are designed with industry to create work-ready graduates that meet local and international job market needs. We have been educating successful graduates since 1905. Our newest campus is our Global Campus in Auckland in partnership with Skills Update Training Institute. As a NMIT graduate your qualification is internationally recognised and will serve you well wherever you are in the world – I know you’ll find the future you deserve, right here, at NMIT. 2 TONY GRAY, CHIEF EXECUTIVE
Contents NMIT – a world class choice 4 Take your learning journey with us 16 Meet our international team 5 Entry requirements guide 38 NMIT campuses 6 Programme guide 39 Our regions 8 Fees, charges and refunds 40 Things to see and do 10 Costs and budgeting advice 41 Accommodation 11 Helpful information 42 Design your own learning 12 How to apply 43 Study Abroad, working while studying and internships 14 English p18 Business p20 Creative p22 Engineering p24 Health & p26 Language Industries Wellbeing & Foundation ACCOUNTING DIGITAL DESIGN & AVIATION NURSING FOUNDATION PROGRAMMES MARKETING PHOTOGRAPHY CIVIL COUNSELLING ENGLISH LANGUAGE MANAGEMENT VISUAL ARTS & DESIGN MARINE SOCIAL WORK BEAUTY & BODY THERAPY FITNESS Visit nmit.ac.nz to apply online Information p30 Primary p32 Tourism & p34 Hospitality p36 Technology Industries Travel HARDWARE & NETWORKING AQUACULTURE ADVENTURE TOURISM COOKERY INFORMATION SYSTEMS CONSERVATION TOURISM & TRAVEL HOSPITALITY SOFTWARE & WEB VITICULTURE & WINE SUPERYACHT DEVELOPMENT TRAVEL TIMES By air (direct flights): Auckland > Nelson 1 hour 15 minutes 839 km Wellington > Nelson 25 minutes 206 km Auckland > Blenheim 1 hour 20 minutes 760 km Wellington > Blenheim 25 minutes 127 km By car: Nelson > Blenheim 1 hour 30 minutes 114 km Woodbourne > Blenheim 10 minutes 8.5 km Nelson > Christchurch 5 hours 30 minutes 416 km Marlborough > Christchurch 5 hours 362 km
NMIT – a world class choice 1 2 3 4 The highest Fast track your Credible Industry savvy NZQA approved student visa industry links, tutors qualifications placements & internships All one hundred qualifications NMIT has been selected by Our programmes are developed NMIT employs an impressive offered by NMIT from certificate to Immigration New Zealand to in consultation, and delivered in range of experienced, industry- postgraduate level are approved offer streamlined visa processing partnership, with local companies, savvy teaching and support staff, at the highest Category 1 standard under the Industry Partnership organisations and industries. This from a wide range of countries. by the New Zealand Qualifications Pilot (IPP). This means you could ensures your qualification will The NMIT staff professional Authority (NZQA). receive your student visa within provide you with the knowledge, development programme ensures NMIT qualifications are five working days. skills and experience for your staff skills and methods in internationally recognised and career or further study, whether teaching and learning remain compare with leading educational it’s in New Zealand or overseas. current with international best institutions all around the world. Gain real-life, hands-on practice. experience and valuable industry N Z Q A contacts through work placements CATEGORY or internships on many of NMIT’s programmes. 5 6 7 8 Award-winning Graduate International Government facilities & approval perspective owned technologies rates With over NZ$43 million invested 99% of international NMIT has been welcoming NMIT is a government institute. in recent years in a range of students say that their international students for over Not only are we funded by modern teaching facilities, NMIT two decades, which makes us government, but all our has the infrastructure to deliver a experience of NMIT very experienced in supporting qualifications are approved by world class education. met or exceeded their your needs. the New Zealand Qualifications Whether it’s our award-winning expectations.* Students from 35 different nations Authority (NZQA). Creative Industries building, or the Our students and graduates choose to study here each year – NMIT was established in 1905 and very latest Kongsberg maritime are proof of our culture of one in five students on campus is one of New Zealand’s oldest simulation software suite, you’re achievement and excellence - it’s are from overseas – the perfect institutes. learning in excellent environments the kind of real feedback that tells mix to learn new skills in a new with the very latest equipement. us NMIT delivers for its students. culture, with plenty of like-minded *First Impressions Survey 2015 people. In 2015 we opened our new Global Campus in Auckland that specialises in meeting the needs of international students. 4
Meet our international team Jo Keane Virat Vij Rohit Reddy Toby Yin INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL MARKETING MANAGER – MARKETING MANAGER MARKET MANAGER MARKET MANAGER GLOBAL CAMPUS – GLOBAL CAMPUS Angela Scott Super Zhang Warwick Paice Jun Lu INFORMATION AND INTERNATIONAL ENROLMENTS INTERNATIONAL ENROLMENTS CHINA PROJECT ENROLMENTS MANAGER ADMINISTRATOR ADMINISTRATOR CO-ORDINATOR Jane Chamberlain Marie Johnstone Marie Sweet CULTURAL ADVISOR – CULTURAL ADVISOR – CULTURAL ADVISOR – INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL For more, explore nmit.ac.nz
Nelson Campus NMIT’s main campus is located in Nelson’s vibrant city centre. Known for its festivals, markets and lifestyle, you’ll join around 4,000 other students who have also chosen to study in Nelson at NMIT. The centre of Award-winning Vibrant onsite Library Learning the city learning spaces student life Centre NMIT’s campus location means NMIT offers diverse and modern Our main campus takes up a The three level Library Learning quick and easy access to the cafés, learning environments, including whole city block and is an open Centre (LLC) is our busy onsite bars and shopping in Nelson city. the Creative Industries building and safe environment. Enjoy learning centre - a great place to You’re never far from the action (a fully digitally equipped arts, great service at NMIT’s café and study, research or work together. - whether you prefer city life, or design and media facility) and the recreation centre, and relax with Downstairs you’ll find the a break in one of the many city purpose-built Applied Technology a coffee in our park-like campus Fishbowl Computer Café where parks and public spaces nearby. building (including the latest grounds. Grab a couple of mates you can access your online course trades workshop spaces and for a quick basketball game on the material or surf the internet. With Getting around is easy, especially Kongsberg maritime simulation new all-weather sports turf, or campus-wide free WIFI you’re on a bike, or using our recently technologies). check in with the team at SANITI - online anywhere in an instant. upgraded public bus system. our student association. Quick facts Nelson Tasman Population: 93,000+, Tasman is New Zealand’s Nelson was established in Nelson is the largest is New Zealand’s with 46,000 living in second fastest growing 1841 and is New Zealand’s deep sea fishing port sunniest region Nelson City region second oldest city in Australasia 6
The waterways of the Marlborough is Population: 45,000, Marlborough campuses Havelock is the green Marlborough Sounds a famous wine with around 30,000 are a 90 minute drive lipped mussel capital make up one fifth of growing region living in Blenheim City from Nelson of the world New Zealand’s coastline Quick facts Location & World class RNZAF Base Café & Library facilities wine making Woodbourne Specialising in viticulture and Marlborough is famous around This key national airforce base Take some important time out programmes that support local the world for its Sauvignon Blanc situated on the Royal New Zealand at our onsite café, or browse industry, NMIT’s Marlborough wine. This region produces 77% Air Force (RNZAF) Base, beside the books and databases in our Campus is the smaller of the of the country's grape harvest the main civilian airport, houses library - you’ll find the right institute's two South Island with over 168 wine producers and NMIT’s Aircraft Maintenance spaces to study and relax right campuses. About 20 minutes walk 568 independent growers. It’s the and Engineering programmes - here on campus. You’re also from Blenheim city centre, this perfect base for our viticulture delivering our students hands-on online instantly with free campus- attractive campus has an onsite programme’s state-of-art winery, learning experiences in a real- wide WIFI. vineyard, hair salon, beauty salon, laboratories, onsite vineyard and world environment. trades and carpentry workshops, sensory wine tasting room. library and café. Marlborough & Woodbourne Campuses From the breathtaking beauty of the Marlborough Sounds to its rugged mountain ranges, fertile plains, intricate waterways and thriving aviation, aquaculture and viticulture industries, Marlborough has a lot to offer with its water, wilderness and wine. Students get hands on in the state-of-the-art wine laboratory, IMAGE: beside the onsite vineyard at Marlborough Campus.
The top of the South Island has beautiful natural environments and a sunny climate Our regional economy is driven by growing, internationally significant industries. From food production and science (in aquaculture, seafood, horticulture and viticulture) to transport and construction (aviation, engineering and maritime) to tourism, along with a long established creative arts community and exciting IT, retail and service sectors - NMIT is well The centre of NZ placed to benefit from the expertise and Our economy experience of local industry. Nelson Marlborough is located in the centre of New Zealand - the perfect location to really get to know With three national parks nearby our country. – from the sandy beaches of Abel New Zealand is formed of two islands, Tasman, to the deep native forest of with a 3.5 hour ferry boat ride between Kahurangi and the alpine landscape of Wellington and Picton. Wellington is the Nelson Lakes – plus the unforgettable capital city of New Zealand at the bottom of Marlborough Sounds, it’s easy to get North Island and Picton is in South Island, out into wide open spaces. 30 minutes away from NMIT's Marlborough campus in Blenheim. Take your pick of the very best outdoor adventures, either relaxing or action-packed. As one of the world’s top kayaking Our environment destinations, there’s plenty of coastline to explore at weekends. In winter, Rainbow Ski Area has a range of runs, and the Buller River further south offers year round white water rafting action. The Nelson Marlborough region offers huge variety of cultural events and destinations – from the arts, to music and sport. There’s plenty to explore all year round. Discover the huge range of wineries and craft breweries nearby. Explore the work of our world renowned artists and craftspeople. Visit our provincial museums showcasing our rich local Ma-ori culture and European history. We are also home to several arts, music and film festivals and local sports teams: • Nelson Arts Festival (October) – a showcase of the latest in drama, comedy and music performers from around the world • The Nelson School of Music Winter Festival (July) entertains with local and international musicians • Marchfest Beer Festival (March) celebrates our love of finely brewed craft beer and music • Support our local sports teams; the Tasman Makos rugby team and the Nelson Giants Our culture basketball team • Nelson's Light Festival in July is a magical, free evening event that also extends onto NMIT's Nelson campus. New Zealand quick facts Population: 4,539,640 Ethnicity: European 67.6%, Ma-ori 14.6%, Official language: English and Ma-ori Pacific Islander 6.9%, Asian 9.2%, Other 12% (with English being the main language) 8
Auckland is New Zealand's main commercial hub and largest city NMIT's Global Campus Auckland location means quick and easy access to the cafés, bars, shopping and services of Auckland city. You are never far from the action – whether you prefer city life or a break in one of the many city parks and public spaces nearby. Getting around is easy by public transport. You will study in a modern learning Global Campus in Auckland environment, designed to meet the unique needs of international students. Auckland is a vibrant city where the Auckland is the economic capital ‘show never stops’. of New Zealand. Shopping and entertainment includes One third of New Zealand's population, dining, cafes, movies, cinemas, theatres, or 1.5 million people, live in the city. With museums and galleries, parks and zoos, Auckland providing 35% of the national beaches, gaming venues and fitness centres. GDP, there are plentiful employment and The city hosts New Zealand’s major music educational opportunities. concerts and sporting events. Explore the Auckland also has New Zealand's largest city by bus, train, ferry and taxis. international airport. Multicultural quality living Economic capital Vibrant city life of New Zealand Auckland is the most multicultural city in New Zealand with almost two in five Aucklanders born overseas. In 2014 the Mercer Quality of Living Survey ranked Auckland as the 3rd best place in the world for its quality of life. Our Global Campus is run in partnership For more, explore with Skills Update Training Institute. nmit.ac.nz
Lots to see and do New Zealand is the perfect playground. The Nelson Marlborough region Kite surfing Shopping Enjoy a brew Movies has high sunshine hours and a huge range of activities in and around the city. Golf Festivals Skiing/snow fun Hiking In addition to the on-campus events provided by NMIT’s student association and NMIT, you can enjoy a number of great things to do. Winery tours Night life Mountain biking Sport Rock climbing Sea Kayaking Sailing Swimming Join in. Play sport. Kiwis love their sport. It’s easy to get involved There are huge numbers of clubs and facilities For more information about the sports on offer in many sports, either with friends or by on offer in our region including basketball, in our region check out sporttasman.org.nz, joining clubs. Students can choose to train tennis, softball, orienteering, horse riding and marlborough.govt.nz, sportauckland.org.nz and with a local football, netball, cricket or rugby sailing to name just a few. sportnz.org.nz team; become members of a local gym or golf club; or take a dip in the sea, rivers or public swimming pools. 10
Accommodation NMIT learner services can organise your accommodation in a homestay. We also provide a free airport pick-up service for all Don’t forget to let us international students. know when you are If you require on-campus accommodation or commercial arriving (at least three days beforehand). We accommodation, i.e. backpacker hostel or private rooms, we can can organise an airport advise on suitable providers. You will need to book with them directly. pick up for you. Homestay Rent a room/house On-campus (Nelson and Marlborough) (Nelson and Marlborough) (Nelson Campus only) NZ$240 FULL FROM NZ$150 - 200 PER WEEK FROM NZ$150 - 210 PER WEEK FOR A ROOM NZ$180 INDEPENDENT Live with a New Zealand family in your own Many students decide to rent a house or room Nikau Apartments are independently owned and furnished room and become part of the family. with friends and fellow students. On arrival, operated. You must book directly with Nikau • Improve and practice your English the student support team is able to provide you Apartments. See nikauapartments.co.nz with a list of websites and rental agencies for • Live with other students in one, two, three or • Learn new cultural experiences you to arrange your own accommodation. four bedroom apartments • Full Homestay includes breakfast, dinner and lunch on weekends, costs NZ$240 per week The cost would range from approximately • Convenient access to your classes, the Library $110-$200 per week for a room, plus the costs Learning Centre (LLC), the campus and a 2 • Independent Homestay, buy and cook your of electricity, telephone, internet and food. minute walk to the city own food, costs NZ$180 per week • Modern, comfortable and student-friendly • Internet included • Homestay families are selected in accordance Backpacker hostel • Your own furnished apartment with a bathroom and a fully equipped kitchen to cook with the New Zealand Code of Practice for & private rooms your own food the Pastoral Care of International Students (Nelson and Marlborough) • Shared laundry facilities, internet connections • Under-18 homestays include breakfast, lunch and dinner, and cost NZ$250 per week. NZ$30 - $115 PER NIGHT available, and a common room International students under 18 years of age • Power and Internet costs are additional To book these you will need to access their are required to stay in approved under-18 websites directly. The providers require a credit • 14 apartments in three blocks (42 apartments homestay accommodation. card deposit. NMIT cultural advisors can advise available). on suitable providers and the different options available. Accommodation pricing in Auckland is approximately 25% higher than Nelson. Nikau Apartments, IMAGE: For more, explore located on Nelson Campus. nmit.ac.nz
Design your own learning THE ACADEMIC YEAR The academic year runs from 22 February to 25 November 2016 and consists of two 17 week semesters. All programmes listed are inclusive of holidays. POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE/DIPLOMA NMIT offers certificate, LEVEL 8 • FROM 6 TO 18 MONTHS Already have diploma, degree, graduate a degree? diploma and postgraduate Many of our students programmes that allow you to already have a degree, and come to NMIT to study for progress on to the next level of GRADUATE DIPLOMA internationally recognised graduate diploma or study or your chosen career. LEVEL 7 • 1 YEAR postgraduate qualifications. Already half way through your DEGREE LEVEL 7 • FROM 3 TO 3.5 YEARS study? Did you know many of our DIPLOMA international students are already studying for their LEVEL 6 • 2 YEARS qualification, and can choose to complete part or all of their qualifications at NMIT? Contact international@nmit.ac.nz for DIPLOMA more information. LEVEL 5 • FROM 1 TO 2 YEARS It’s easy to ENGLISH LANGUAGE FOUNDATION progress to an LEVELS 1 - 5 Level 4 even higher qualification Need to improve your English or study skills to study Build on the knowledge and at certificate, diploma, degree or postgraduate level? experience that you already have So many qualifications at to maximise your learning. NMIT are designed to make Often one of the main benefits to If so, you can enrol on one Individually tailored courses let it easy to gain even higher study in New Zealand is the chance of NMIT’s English language you focus on the skills you need qualifications. to transform your English language programmes and gain entry to to learn for your future, whether skills. many of our certificate, diploma or you want to study Nursing, For example, if you wish to degree programmes without having Engineering, Social Sciences, Perhaps you need some English to do an external English language Business, Art or IT or get a better gain a degree, we can design language training before starting test. job in New Zealand. your learning pathway to your academic study in Successful completion of our ensure you reach your goal as New Zealand? quickly as possible. foundation programme will give you direct entry onto many of NMIT's diplomas and degrees For assistance designing your without having to do another study programme, contact assessment. international@nmit.ac.nz. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: See page 38. 12
Visit immigration.govt.nz to find out what essential skills are in demand in the New Zealand job market. “I would recommend the Bachelor of Arts and Media programme to anyone who wants to learn art and take advantage of a natural and cultural environment. I met wonderful people and it was a great environment to be able to concentrate on my study.” Chika Matsuda, Japan BACHELOR OF ARTS AND MEDIA (VISUAL ARTS AND DESIGN), NOW A SELF-EMPLOYED ARTIST IN JAPAN Visit nmit.ac.nz for more. Julia was picked up from the bus station when she arrived by an NMIT staff member, which she found very helpful. “If you really like the international environment and small class sizes where it is very personal, definitely come to NMIT in New Zealand.” Julia Leitz, Germany BACHELOR OF COMMERCE - STUDY ABROAD Visit nmit.ac.nz for more. “It was a nice experience as an international student because they conducted so many international events and trips that helped make us fully relaxed and enjoy the beauty of Nelson. We got great support.” Sinto Davis, India REGISTERED NURSE – CERTIFICATE IN NURSING (COMPETENCE ASSESSMENT PROGRAMME) ERNEST RUTHERFORD RETIREMENT VILLAGE Visit nmit.ac.nz for more. “I can say that the arrangement for homestay is excellent. I lived at a homestay and was so blessed that I could get a very loving Kiwi family and friendly international students. I can tell that NMIT has provided an excellent service for their students.” Julia Tanurdjaja, Indonesia DIPLOMA IN VITICULTURE AND WINE PRODUCTION MARLBOROUGH WINE INDUSTRY AS CELLAR HAND, VINEYARD WORKER AND LAB TECHNICIAN Visit nmit.ac.nz for more. “The tutors were really approachable, friendly and helpful." Padam is excited about his new role and says he would definitely recommend the NMIT course to “cousins and friends” back home. “This is the job I always wanted and I am happy with it. I also love the working environment here and my workmates.” Padam Prashad Adhikari, Nepal CERTIFICATE IN AERONAUTICAL MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING AIRCRAFT FITTER - ADHIKARI PACIFIC AEROSPACE Visit nmit.ac.nz for more. For more, explore nmit.ac.nz
Working The main purpose of a student visa is to allow international students to study full-time in New Zealand. However, depending on your In New Zealand there are laws to protect our workers, and this includes international students. Find out more about your rights and and study study programme you may have an opportunity responsibilities working in New Zealand to work while you study. at nzstudywork.com. Many students find part-time employment in For those eligible to work, the following the hospitality and service industries including websites can be very helpful: As an international student restaurants, bars and supermarkets. > seek.co.nz in New Zealand you may be NMIT's student association, SANITI, has a > trademe.co.nz able to work up to 20 hours a full-time Employment Coordinator to support students to find work by offering CV writing > sjs.co.nz (Student Job Search). week and full-time during the and interview skills training as well as up-to- scheduled breaks. date local job news. The current adult minimum wage rates (before tax) that apply for employees aged 16 or over are: NZ$14.75 an hour, which is NZ$295 for a 20 hour week, or NZ$590 for a 40 hour week. Study Abroad NMIT has a number of Study Abroad students are integrated Applicants to the NMIT’s Study Abroad into regular classes with local and other programme must meet usual programme partnerships with institutions international students and have the opportunity entry requirements. around the world where to study for one semester, a full academic year Study Abroad is available in a number of or, in some cases, individual course modules. students come to NMIT for part programme areas and fees are available on Credit transfer arrangements between NMIT request. Please email international@nmit.ac.nz of their study programme. and the student’s institution should be agreed for more details. prior to the student’s departure for New Zealand. 14
Global partner institutions China - Study in New Zealand and China > China Agriculture University Yantai Academy, Shandong Province Sweden - Study Abroad in New Zealand Sri Lanka - Chartered Institute of > Beijing University of Agriculture, Beijing > KulturTurism, Lidköping Management Accountants (CIMA) > Hunan University of Technology, Hunan Province Germany - Study Abroad in New Zealand Austria - Exchange Programme > Hubei Polytechnic University, Hubei Province and Germany > Fachhochschule Kufstein Tirol > Zhejiang Water Resource and Electric Power > Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg University, Zhejiang Province - all locations Japan - Study in New Zealand > College of Science & Technology of Nanchang Tokyo > JF Oberlin University Hangkong University, Jiangxi Province India - Ocean Education Research Centre > Kanagawa University > Guangdong Engineering Polytechnic, (OERC) for Marine Programmes Fukuoka > Seinan Jo Gakuin University Guangdong Province < Internships For many years, NMIT has a recognised institution and demonstrate My internship with an adventure an English language level of IELTS 6.5 or tour operator was great. It was organised internship placements equivalent. not what I expected, it was even in leading local businesses Applicants will be required to attend an better! My tasks allowed me to for international students and interview and there are limited spaces really show my strengths and available. improve my skills. I could also be graduates. creative and I learnt some new The internship charge of NZ$1,500 includes Interns have the opportunity to gain valuable marketing and sales methods. accommodation placement, orientation, access hands-on international business experience, to activities and all NMIT services. improve their English and gain a unique Christine Busshardt insight into ‘Kiwi’ culture. Please email international@nmit.ac.nz for INTERN more details or visit nmit.ac.nz. NMIT interns must be studying a degree from SEARCH: INTERNS. a partner institution or hold a degree from For more, explore nmit.ac.nz
Take your learning journey with us Our friendly team will support your learning right through to graduation and beyond. > Orientation > Library Learning Centre On your first day, you will meet The Library Learning Centre (LLC) on the student services staff and attend a fun Nelson Campus provides library services, presentation designed to help you settle computing, photocopying, audio-visual into your new city and your studies at and study facilities to support all your NMIT. learning and research needs. The collection consists of books, journals, The student advisor will accompany you electronic databases and audio-visual on a campus tour and introduce you to resources. the student association and key members of staff. There are a range of study spaces available, including computer suites, You will also be given an orientation of a training seminar room, small study your new local area. We can help you to rooms and a computer café with after set up a bank account. You’ll be shown hours access. where the doctor and police station are located as well as shops and other Students studying at the important services. Marlborough Campus (or by distance), can easily access Orientation sessions may also cover: resources from the LLC. • Job search advice • 'Kiwi' culture There is a learning hub, with a • New Zealand Police and the law break out room and computer • Driving regulations and owning a car. café as well as a small library on the Marlborough Campus. NMIT’s student association SANITI, also runs a series of lively events and gatherings in the days after your arrival. > Computers and internet > Information and NMIT has several fully equipped enrolments computer centres with around 400 computers for student use across The Information and Enrolment Centre NMIT's campuses. provides centralised processing in applications, enrolment, re-enrolment, All students have free and unlimited withdrawals, transfers and refunds for all access to the Internet on campus and students. will be provided with their own email address. The team will also assist you with visa applications and medical or travel insurance. > Activity programme Feel free to contact us at Enjoy free or discounted activities such international@nmit.ac.nz. as beach trips, barbeques, outdoor adventure experiences and shopping trips. Contact international@nmit.ac.nz for more information. 16
At NMIT we’ve been taking care of international students for more than 20 years. We know the support services you need and trained staff are on hand to discuss any concerns or queries you may have." Student Support Services > Student support NMIT's Cultural Advisors are • Pacific Island support The Student Services team on hand to assist you with the • Relationship issues are located in the Library following: • Access to free counselling Learning Centre (LLC), • Adjustment to student life • Career guidance Nelson Campus and on the • Connections to people of your • Referrals to community and Marlborough Campus. They culture government agencies can be contacted by emailing • Balancing your study • Health concerns and medical studentsupporthelp@nmit.ac.nz. with work and family referrals. commitments > Learning support The learning advisors are here Our tutors can help you with: • Time management to advise and assist you with • Computer skills • Research skills. any aspect of your learning. • Interview training You can make an appointment The team offers one-to-one • CV writing with the appropriate tutor training as well as a range • Maths in regards to general skills, of seminars or small group • Learning styles academic writing or maths, training sessions. • Writing skills or download one of our many • Planning essays or hand-outs from the student hub Their aim is to help students to assignments of the NMIT website. become independent effective learners. > Off-campus counselling services NMIT students have access throughout Find out more about free to a free counselling service New Zealand. Translation counselling sessions at which offers you independent services are available. ocp.co.nz. counsellors and psychologists > IT support NMIT provides an IT help logins, passwords and printing. This is in addition to our IT service for all students. You If you need IT support, you Helpdesk service station, can access advice and can call free from your mobile located on the ground floor of assistance regarding all the phone, or use one of the on the Library Learning Centre (LLC). usual IT requirements such as campus Help Point phones. > SANITI SANITI is your fun, friendly and Woodbourne Campuses For further information about and independent student regularly. SANITI like them on Facebook: association; providing events SANITI is run by students. facebook.com/SANITINZ or visit and services to NMIT students Their services include events, their website saniti.org.nz. on all campuses. The team is support, advocacy, assistance located on the Nelson Campus with employment and an and visits the Marlborough effective voice for students. > Graduating Graduations are the most achievement and hard work, NMIT has two Nelson important days in NMIT’s combining academic formality graduations, a Marlborough calendar. with the celebration of you as graduation, the Te Toki Pakohe The ceremonies are a graduate, your families and graduation and there will also recognition of your friends. be an Auckland graduation.
English Language & Foundation Often one of the main benefits to study in New Zealand is the chance to transform your English language skills. Perhaps you need some English language or foundation studies training before starting your academic study in New Zealand? If so you can enrol on one of NMIT’s English language or foundation programmes and gain entry to many of our certificate, diploma or degree programmes without having to do an external English language test. ENGLISH LANGUAGE Foundation English Language NEW ZEALAND CERTIFICATES IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE Programmes LEVELS 1-5 FULL TIME 18 WEEKS CAMPUS A N FEES* NZ$375 PER WEEK NMIT’s Foundation Studies NMIT’s English Language STARTS MULTIPLE INTAKES programmes enable you to improve programme has developed a great and perfect your study, presentation reputation, in New Zealand and and communication skills. overseas, for its quality. On your first day as a student at already have, and build on this to NMIT you complete an English maximise your learning. As a student you will be guided The programme aims to identify and language assessment which helps The different strands we offer from an introductory level of skills respond to the learning needs of us to identify your strengths and within the New Zealand Certificate required for tertiary study to a individual learners. learning goals and to plan your best in English Language (workplace, level that will enable you to study English is taught in a communicative study path with you. general and academic) will help you independently in an area of your way, giving you the opportunity Our programmes recognise the to achieve study goals more specific interest. to practise and apply your knowledge and experience that you to your needs. Futures: These qualifications learning in a safe and challenging allow New Zealand community, learning environment. You will be Professional - Level 5 in order to participate in everyday/ employers and educational encouraged to be an active learner, Communicate independently and social/community, workplace and/or institutions to recognise the level to take language risks, and to use effectively in a wide range of familiar academic English language contexts. at which you can use English for the English you have learnt. and unfamiliar situations with fluency Level 2 and flexibility in professional and/or Communicate in basic, familiar, general, workplace or academic Futures: These qualifications academic English language contexts. everyday situations and participate in purposes. allow you to develop the language General/Workplace/Academic - Level 4 an English language environment. skills required to communicate Communicate independently in familiar Level 1 in most situations with some and some less familiar situations with Communicate with support in basic, independence and fluency in fluency in everyday/social/community, familiar, everyday situations and order to participate in everyday workplace and/or academic English participate in an English language social, workplace or academic language contexts. Once you environment. successfully complete you can progress English language contexts. to diploma or degree programmes at Foundation - Level 1 NMIT without further English tests. Communicate with support in very basic, familiar, everyday situations General/Workplace - Level 3 and begin to participate in an English Communicate in most situations with language environment. some independence and fluency 18
English Proficiency Outcomes+ English Language guide Programme Level IELTS test NZCEL > Certificate at Level 3 General or Level 3 with an Academic score endorsement of There are a number Perhaps you have taken another of 5 with no either General, band score lower Workplace, or of ways that NMIT can type of English language exam than 5 Academic such as TOEFL, or you have assess your English studied at a > Certificate at Level 4 General or Level 3 with an language level so that Academic score endorsement of New Zealand secondary school of 5.5 with no either General, you can apply for your within the last three years? band score lower Workplace, or than 5 Academic chosen programme. There are the different ways that NMIT can assess your > Certificate or Diploma at Level 5 Academic score Level 4 with This is because NMIT is English language level. of 5.5 with no the Academic band score lower endorsement a Category 1 provider (the than 5 best) so we may be able > Certificate or Diploma at level 6 or 7 Academic score Level 4 with to accept you onto our > Degree at Level 7 of 6 with no band the Academic academic programmes > Graduate Certificate or Diploma at score lower than 5.5 endorsement even if you haven’t taken Level 7 an IELTS exam. > Postgraduate Diploma Academic score Level 5 with or Postgraduate Certificate of 6.5 with no the Academic at Level 8 band score lower endorsement + These are the minimum scores or grades for each test or qualification that qualify you for > Bachelor Honours Degree at Level 8 than 6 enrolment at each programme level. For further information on NZQA English language entry > Master’s Degree at Level 9 requirements go to nzqa.govt.nz. General English and IELTS 2016 start dates: NMIT’s General English and IELTS classes for all levels 11 January (Start of Summer School), 25 January (Summer School are designed to suit your needs, whether you are continues), 15 February (Start of Semester 1), 29 February, 14 March, a school leaver, a business person or a temporary 2 May, 16 May, 30 May visitor to New Zealand. NMIT offers flexible start 18 July (Start of Semester 2), 1 August, 15 August, 3 October, 17 dates so you can study from two weeks up to one October, 31 October year at your convenience. FOUNDATION PROGRAMME ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUMMER SCHOOL CERTIFICATE IN TERTIARY STUDY (Level 4) (Pathways) LEVEL BEGINNER TO UPPER FULL TIME 2 OR 4 WEEKS INTERMEDIATE FEES* NZ$375 PER WEEK LEVEL 4 FULL TIME 17 WEEKS CAMPUS N CAMPUS N FEES* NZ$375 PER WEEK STARTS JAN STARTS FEB, JUL IELTS 5.5 General English skill development. vocabulary. You will spend time Improve your English language learning outside of the classroom, Our foundation programmes Engineering, Social Sciences, skills, including listening, getting involved in group projects recognise the knowledge and Business, Art or IT or get a better speaking, reading, writing, and learning about Nelson, its experience that you already have, job in New Zealand. grammar, pronunciation and people and culture. and build on this to maximise Successful completion of this your learning. programme may give you direct Individually tailored courses let entry onto many of NMIT’s you focus on the skills you need diplomas and degrees without to learn for your future, whether having to do another assessment. you want to study Nursing, NMIT is an official examination centre for the University of Cambridge Local Examination Syndicate, as well as an IELTS testing outpost for Victoria University. You can sit your IELTS and Cambridge exams three times a year at NMIT. See nmit.ac.nz for more information. *Please refer to page 44 for our fees disclosure statement N NELSON CAMPUS M MARLBOROUGH CAMPUS A GLOBAL RNZAF BASE CAMPUS W WOODBOURNE F FLEXIBLE LEARNING P PART TIME LEARNING
Business Do you aspire to become the leader of a successful business, or an innovative entrepreneur? Do you want to be a valuable asset within your organisation and a strong candidate for promotion? Then you’ll need the skills, and confidence, that come from quality business training - because good ideas and hard work can only take you so far. With our links to China and India, you’ll be poised to do business anywhere in the world. IMAGE: Business students at Port Nelson. Accounting Marketing Management Skilled accountants are central Savvy marketing professionals help A career in business can stretch to the smooth operation of every businesses succeed. If you find across any sector or industry and organisation - from budgeting and planning and developing ideas to take you around the world. Skilled forecasting to research and new promote products exciting then business managers are involved in business development. We will you’ve got what it takes for a career every industry type, and are always equip you with the tools you’ll need in marketing. in demand. no matter where your career path We’ll teach you how to formulate As a graduate you’ll have the ability takes you. marketing plans, manage research to think strategically, understand As a graduate you’ll be able to projects, conceptualise and the many issues that face an understand and process accounting evaluate promotions, and formulate organisation and how to capitalise information across diverse business marketing strategies. on opportunities. environments with confidence, If you are already in business, then If you’re already in business, then helping guide executive level widen your knowledge base and widen your knowledge base to keep decision making. keep ahead. ahead and prepare yourself for the Futures: Financial, chartered Futures: Consulting, international future. or management accounting, business, marketing management, Futures: Consulting, management, corporate accounting, taxation, exporting, marketing analyst, marketing, human resource auditing, private and public consultant, researcher, sales management, project practice. representative, business management, exporting or in development manager. other management positions in organisations. The NMIT facilities are amazing and overall it (the course) was very Manjinder Singh, India good and systematic. The tutors were fantastic and helpful and I am still Graduate Diploma in Accounting NIGHT SHIFT SUPERVISOR – Z PETROL STATION in contact with some of my classmates - the Kiwi classmates were very Search NMITNZ on YouTube.com and friendly too. I would definitely recommend the course to others.” Vimeo.com for more. 20
ACCOUNTING, MARKETING AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS** ACCOUNTING LEVEL 8 FULL TIME 1 YEAR LEVEL 7 FULL TIME 1 YEAR CAMPUS A N FEES PER YEAR* NZ$20,000 CAMPUS N FEES PER YEAR* NZ$18,000 STARTS MULTIPLE INTAKES IELTS 6.5 STARTS FEB, JUL, NOV IELTS 6.0 COURSE CONTENT GUIDE • International strategic COURSE CONTENT GUIDE • Auditing • Research & information management • Professional communications • Taxation management • Financing international trade • Economics • Company law • Perspectives of international • Applied project management • Commercial law • Financial reporting and trade • Business and sustainability. • Principles of management management • Quantitative analysis • Advanced management • Financial accounting accounting. POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS • Management accounting • Business finance ENTERPRISE • Accounting information systems LEVEL 8 FULL TIME 18 MONTHS CAMPUS N F FEES PER YEAR* NZ$19,900 ACCOUNTING, MARKETING AND MANAGEMENT STARTS MULTIPLE INTAKES IELTS 6.5 COURSE CONTENT GUIDE • Human resource management in BACHELOR OF COMMERCE • Research methodology innovation (Major In Marketing, Accounting or Management) • Business enterprise • Financing enterprise management • This programme includes a ten LEVEL 7 FULL TIME 3 YEARS (SINGLE MAJOR) • Entrepreneurship and innovation month research dissertation CAMPUS ++ A N 3.5 YEARS (DOUBLE MAJOR) • Enterprise innovation applied project and eight STARTS FEB, JUL, NOV FEES PER YEAR* NZ$18,000 communications technology months of face-to-face classes, IELTS 6.0 • Business enterprise operations: held three days a month. marketing COURSE CONTENT GUIDE • Marketing The first year of the degree • Quantitative analysis. provides a solid foundation in: You can then specialise in your GRADUATE DIPLOMAS IN MARKETING, • Accounting chosen area of accounting, MANAGEMENT OR ACCOUNTING (Plus Internship) • Economics management, marketing or a • Communications combination of these. • Law LEVEL 7 FULL TIME 1 YEAR ++ • Management CAMPUS A N FEES PER YEAR* NZ$18,000 • Human resource management STARTS FEB, JUL, NOV IELTS 6.0 (ACCOUNTING FEB AND JUL START ONLY) DIPLOMA IN COMMERCE COURSE CONTENT GUIDE ACCOUNTING: LEVEL 6 FULL TIME 2 YEARS • Computerised accounting • Accounting information systems CAMPUS CHINA A FEES PER YEAR* NZ$16,500 • Financial accounting and • Auditing STARTS FEB, JUL, NOV IELTS 6.0 reporting • Financial management. • Management accounting • Business finance COURSE CONTENT GUIDE • Human resources MARKETING: • Accounting • Law • International business • Advanced operations • Management • Business maths and statistics • Marketing management and management • Marketing • Computing and communication. application • Strategic marketing • Research methods management • Project management • Buyer behaviour and marketing NEW ZEALAND DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS • Strategic management research. • Global business management LEVEL 6 FULL TIME 2 YEARS MANAGEMENT: CAMPUS N FEES PER YEAR* NZ$16,500 • Human resource management • Marketing management STARTS FEB, JUL, NOV IELTS 6.0 • International business • Sales management • Leadership • Project management • Logistics and supply chain • Strategic management COURSE CONTENT GUIDE • Business computing management • Global business management • Fundamentals of small business • Communications • Operations management • Buyer behaviour and marketing • Accounting • Tourism • Employment relations research. • Commercial law • Taxation • Applied management • Economics • Leadership • Organisation and management • Human resource management. Please refer to the website for full course content or contact international@nmit.ac.nz. Upon successful completion of your graduate • Marketing diploma and an interview, if studying in Nelson, you will receive a funded internship of up to eight weeks in a local company. The internship will allow ++ In Auckland, management courses only available. you to gain valuable business experience and a reference for your CV which *Please refer to page 44 for our fees disclosure statement **Subject to approval will assist you with your next step up the corporate ladder in New Zealand. N NELSON CAMPUS M MARLBOROUGH CAMPUS A GLOBAL RNZAF BASE CAMPUS W WOODBOURNE F FLEXIBLE LEARNING P PART TIME LEARNING
Creative Industries Study art and design at NMIT and develop your skills whilst being inspired by Nelson’s renowned creative talent. Housed in our purpose-built, award winning arts and media facility, all creative industries students come together under the one roof. You bring the talent and we’ll provide the support and expertise to help you develop it. IMAGE: Students in Creative Industries studio space. Digital Design & Visual Arts & Design Interior Design Photography Artists and designers have a Turn your passion and talent for unique way of looking at the world. interior design into a career. Photographers and digital designers From innovative design solutions document life, using creative and Explore creative solutions for to artwork that challenges, the how people interact with their technical skills to develop a unique careers of artists and designers are style and viewpoint. environment, develop aesthetic and enormously diverse and span many functional solutions for residential From hard hitting news media to sectors such as marketing, retail, interior design and learn about fashion advertising the value of design and the arts. architectural drawing, construction creative story telling has never been At NMIT you’ll learn how to generate and materials, and design higher. and develop innovative ideas principles. At NMIT you’ll learn the skills you’ll and design solutions through the Get the skills you’ll need to live and need, and collaborate on real world effective use of visual language that work creatively. projects to develop your passion into will prepare you to live creatively in a product and turn that product into the world. Futures: Interior designer, a a career. consultant in specialist trade Futures: Employment in related showrooms and design stores, Futures: Work in advertising, print, fields such as art galleries, a consultant or assistant to web and digital design agencies in museums, fashion, film, theatre kitchen and bathroom designers, a design and/or photography role and graphic design, or in architects and other industry or set out as a freelancer. community arts positions in arts specialists or even start your own marketing or cultural tourism. interior design practice. I really enjoyed the way that the space inside the building was set out so that it was open to everyone else’s work. I could see what my classmates were doing and what other students in the building were doing. It inspired me and helped me think about my own art practice.” Amber Clark Graphic Designer BENJAMIN BLACK GOLDSMITH 22
DIGITAL DESIGN AND PHOTOGRAPHY VISUAL ARTS AND DESIGN DIPLOMA IN ARTS AND MEDIA BACHELOR OF ARTS AND MEDIA (Digital Design and Photography) (Level 6) (Major in Visual Arts and Design) LEVEL 6 FULL TIME 2 YEARS+ LEVEL 7 FULL TIME 3 YEARS+ CAMPUS N FEES PER YEAR* NZ$18,000 CAMPUS N FEES PER YEAR* NZ$18,000 STARTS FEB, JUL IELTS 6.0 STARTS FEB, JUL IELTS 6.0 COURSE CONTENT GUIDE • Digital photography COURSE CONTENT GUIDE • Animation Develop your skills and • Video process and practice Advance your skills and • Design for mobile devices knowledge in: • Animation knowledge in: • Sound production • Visual culture • Studio research • Visual culture • Writing for creative industries • Drawing and design • Practice and professional • Drawing and design • Contemporary music. • Graphic design process and practice. • Image process and practice Develop an understanding of practice • Object design professional practice to help • Graphic design increase your employability in the + or 1 year after the successful completion of the Level 5 Diploma in Arts and Media • Digital photography creative industries. (Digital Design and Photography) • Video practice and process + or 1 year after the successful completion of the Level 6 Diploma in Arts and Media (Digital Design and Photography or Visual Arts and Design) DIPLOMA IN ARTS AND MEDIA (Digital Design and Photography) (Level 5) DIPLOMA IN ARTS AND MEDIA LEVEL 5 FULL TIME 1 YEAR (Visual Arts and Design) (Level 6) CAMPUS N FEES PER YEAR* NZ $18,000 STARTS FEB, JUL IELTS 5.5 LEVEL 6 FULL TIME 2 YEARS+ CAMPUS N FEES PER YEAR* NZ$18,000 STARTS FEB, JUL IELTS 6.0 COURSE CONTENT GUIDE • Digital photography Gain a foundation skill and • Video process and practice knowledge base in: • Animation COURSE CONTENT GUIDE • Digital photography • Visual culture • Design for mobile devices. Develop your skills and • Video practice and process • Drawing and design process knowledge in: • Animation and practice • Visual culture • Writing for creative industries. • Drawing and design Develop an understanding of • Image process and practice professional practice to help • Object design increase your employability in the • Graphic design creative industries. INTERIOR DESIGN + or, 1 year, after the successful completion of the Level 5 Diploma in Arts and Media (Visual Arts and Design) DIPLOMA IN INTERIOR DESIGN (Level 5) LEVEL 5 FULL TIME 1 YEAR CAMPUS N FEES PER YEAR* NZ$18,000 DIPLOMA IN ARTS AND MEDIA STARTS FEB IELTS 6.0 (Visual Arts and Design) (Level 5) LEVEL 5 FULL TIME 1 YEAR COURSE CONTENT GUIDE • Hard and soft furnishings CAMPUS N FEES PER YEAR* NZ$18,000 Develop your skills and • Colour applications STARTS FEB, JUL IELTS 5.5 knowledge in: • Lighting • Visual culture • Interior design • Understanding interiors • Professional practice. COURSE CONTENT GUIDE • Image process and practice • Architectural documentation Gain a foundation skill and • Object design • Residential and construction knowledge base in: • Graphic design • Visual culture • Digital photography • Drawing and design • Video practice and process. NMIT’s Creative Industries building is an award-winning timber frame design. It’s also an inspiring place of creative activity - allowing our arts, music, design and writing students to create together in wide, open art studios, galleries, performance suite and design spaces using the latest digital equipment. *Please refer to page 44 for our fees disclosure statement N NELSON CAMPUS M MARLBOROUGH CAMPUS A GLOBAL RNZAF BASE CAMPUS W WOODBOURNE F FLEXIBLE LEARNING P PART TIME LEARNING
Engineering Skilled tradespeople are highly valued in New Zealand and around the world. If you like to work hard, respect people and are results focused, you can earn a great wage and be part of a very dynamic industry. There are plenty of jobs in New Zealand, including being an active part of the Christchurch re-build. You can choose to work for yourself or for someone else. IMAGE: Aviation Engineering students working on aircraft at the NMIT RNZAF Base Woodbourne Campus. Aviation Civil Marine If you have a passion for aircraft and There is huge demand for technically Combine your love of high-tech enjoy repairing and maintaining trained civil engineers in engines and systems with your engines, have an eye for detail and New Zealand and worldwide. passion for travel by training to be love a technical challenge then a Play a key part in the creation a qualified maritime engineer. career in aviation is a great option. and protection of our structural At NMIT you’ll learn all the skills NMIT is one of only two aircraft environment. necessary to operate and maintain engineering trainers in New Zealand. If you are interested in the planning, engines/systems, and auxiliary Our programmes can provide you design and construction of all forms equipment, on board any vessel with a gateway into this exciting of infrastructure and have a passion while at sea. and rewarding industry, as well as for building strong relationships With this internationally recognised options to help you work towards with clients and contractors then qualification you’ll be able to your Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) civil engineering is for you. develop your career anywhere in the Licence. world, on any size vessel. Futures: Technician, Futures: Machinist, metal machine draughtsperson, site and Futures: Marine engineer on any setter, fitter and turner, welder, project engineer, civil engineer, foreign going or New Zealand fabricator, industrial designer, environmental engineer, structural vessel of any size. aeronautical engineer, hydraulic engineering, laboratory or engineer, mechanical engineer, surveying technician, consulting maintenance engineer, production engineer – civil/wastewater/ manager, fuel injection specialist, roading/structural/environmental. workshop manager. 24
AVIATION MARINE CERTIFICATE IN AERONAUTICAL NEW ZEALAND DIPLOMA IN MARINE MAINTENANCE ENGINEERING ENGINEERING** (LEVEL 6) (MEC3) LEVEL 4 FULL TIME 2 YEARS LEVEL 6 FULL TIME 21 - 30 WEEKS CAMPUS W FEES PER YEAR* NZ$19,500 CAMPUS N Depending on recognised prior learning. STARTS FEB, JUL IELTS 6.0 STARTS FEB, AUG FEES PER YEAR* REFER TO WEBSITE IELTS 6.0 COURSE CONTENT GUIDE • Aerodynamics and flight Please refer to the website for course content information or contact • Aviation workplace attitudes, controls international@nmit.ac.nz. training and safety • Aircraft structures and systems Students from OERC in India can benefit from Recognition of Prior • Trade science and • Pistons and associated engine Learning for this programme. See oercedu.com administration systems • Engineering tools and • Avionic fundamentals processes • Aviation law • Components, systems and • Aircraft maintenance and maintenance practices servicing (helicopter) (fixed • Gas welding wing). STCW MARITIME SHORT COURSES: • Wheels and tyres STCW Basic Training is one of the STCW short Please note that it is a RNZAF security requirement that you must be in New Zealand for six months before the start of the programme. courses available. It includes the following four courses that are also offered individually: • STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities (PSSR) • STCW Basic Firefighting • STCW Personal Survival Techniques CIVIL • STCW Elementary First Aid. We also offer the following short courses: NEW ZEALAND DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING • STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft (PISC) (CIVIL) • STCW Medical First Aid • STWC Advanced Firefighting LEVEL 6 FULL TIME 2 YEARS • Maritime General Radio Operators Certificate (MGROC) CAMPUS A N FEES PER YEAR* NZ$18,000 • Maritime Restricted Radio Operators (MROC) STARTS FEB, JUL IELTS 6.0 • STCW Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) 5.5 WITH FOUNDATION COURSE (14 WEEKS) • STCW Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats • STCW Security Awareness • STCW Ships Security Officer COURSE CONTENT GUIDE • Structures • STCW ECDIS (Electronic Charts Display Information Systems - • Engineering fundamentals • Civil and structural drawing Generic course) • Technical literacy • Geotechnical engineering • STCW Basic Tanker Safety training for Oil and Chemical Cargoes • Materials (civil) • Roading • STCW High Voltage Training • Land surveying • Wastewater. • STCW Fire, Survival and Fast Rescue Boat Refresher Courses. Many of our Maritime and Civil Engineering programmes are based at our new, state-of-the-art Applied Technology building on Nelson Campus. *Please refer to page 44 for our fees disclosure statement ** Subject to approval N NELSON CAMPUS M MARLBOROUGH CAMPUS A GLOBAL RNZAF BASE CAMPUS W WOODBOURNE F FLEXIBLE LEARNING P PART TIME LEARNING
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