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Distance learning with Open Polytechnic means online learning, and studying where and when it suits you, with our support. Find out more about our distance learning difference and what it’s like to study with us.

  • What is distance learning?

    He aha te whakamāramatanga o te ako i tawhiti?

    Learn more about online distance learning, including how studying with us works, what you need for study and the online tools you may use.

  • Deciding what to study

    Te kōwhiri i tō ara mātauranga

    If you want to get an idea of how our qualifications are structured or need tips to help you decide what to study, we’ve got you covered.

  • Study support and resources

    Ngā ohu taunaki me ngā rauemi ako

    If you need help deciding what to study, or want to see what support there will be during your course, including how we support Māori, Pasifika and disabled learners, find out more here. 

  • Fees and funding

    Ngā utu me te tono pūtea

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

    Ngā kōrero a ētahi ākonga

    Meet some of our learners and graduates, and find out what they think about studying with us by distance learning.