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Studying by distance learning

Studying by distance learning is new for many of our learners. Find out how you will study when you choose the flexibility of distance learning and online study.

Studying by distance learning

Studying by distance learning is new for many of our learners. Find out how you will study when you choose the flexibility of distance learning and online study.

Get prepared

Tips for what to consider to help make sure online distance learning will work for you. 

Get prepared

Tips for what to consider to help make sure online distance learning will work for you. 

Loans, scholarships and fees

Get information on applying for loans, apply for a scholarship to support your studies or check out the fee free study options.

Loans, scholarships and fees

Get information on applying for loans, apply for a scholarship to support your studies or check out the fee free study options.

Full or part-time study

With distance learning you decide how many courses to study at once. Get some tips for what to think about if you are deciding to study full or part-time.

Full or part-time study

With distance learning you decide how many courses to study at once. Get some tips for what to think about if you are deciding to study full or part-time.

How we'll support your study

Studying by distance learning doesn't mean you'll be on your own. We’ll be with you every step of the way. Whether you need help deciding what to study or during your course, we're here to help. 

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Recent Open Polytechnic News

 

TEC Board approves transfer of Tai Poutini Polytechnic to Open Polytechnic

4 November 2026

The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand today confirmed that the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) Board has approved the transfer of Tai Poutini Polytechnic to Open Polytechnic from 1 January 2027…
 

Kaimahi brings unique perspective to business programmes

29 October 2026

Cheralyn Sorrell, Academic Staff Member and Course Leader for a range of courses in the Bachelor of Applied Management, Bachelor of Business and NZ Diploma in Business brings a unique perspective…
 

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Open Polytechnic graduate Benny Mathews’ Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology) not only led to a new job, but a deeper appreciation of different viewpoints.
 

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22 October 2026

Open Polytechnic graduate Maria Fitzgerald has been involved in the property industry for two decades but wanted a qualification to take her career to the next level and help her family’s property business.
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