Who we are

Open Polytechnic is government-owned and funded, delivering courses throughout New Zealand and internationally.

All programmes / qualifications meet rigorous and transparent quality standards. The New Zealand Qualifications Authority has approved the programmes and accredited Open Polytechnic to deliver them.

There is industry involvement in the development of most courses and programmes and close relationships are also maintained with appropriate professional and industry bodies.

Over 100 qualifications and 1,200 courses staircase from certificate to diploma and degree level (Levels 1–7 on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework).

They range from technical and vocational training to higher professional and continuing education.

Vision/Ngā Wawata

New Zealand’s first choice for open, flexible learning.

Mission/Kaupapa

We strive to support vocational lifelong learning and national development goals through innovation and excellence in open, flexible learning.