Study with us
Study with us
We are New Zealand’s specialist provider of open and distance learning at tertiary level and the only nationally focused polytechnic.
We are experts in designing and delivering open and distance learning courses, and we are an accredited education provider. Our tutors and lecturers are experienced in open and distance learning with proven track records.
Here you can find out more about what it's like to study by distance learning and everything you need to know about our services for students, how to plan your study and how to enrol.
Our students
Over 40,000 students enrolled with us in 2011, studying anything from basic skills to degree level and living throughout New Zealand and in over 40 countries overseas.
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How distance learning works
Here you can find out more about studying by distance and how to make it work for you.
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For international students
- International students studying from overseas
- International students studying in New Zealand
- New Zealand students studying overseas
For schools
Open Polytechnic can provide quality vocational and higher education programmes to senior secondary school students through a selection of our courses that can be funded through the STAR and Gateway programmes.
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