Manukau Institute of Technology, MIT, a government tertiary institution, is located just 15 kilometres south of the heart of Auckland City in the City of Manukau. The location combines the best features of city life, easy access to and from central, eastern and southern suburbs of Auckland, as well as proximity to so many surrounding attractions.

WHY CHOOSE MIT?

• Trusted education provider – MIT has been awarded the highest possible rating, Category One, by NZQA in the latest review in 2016.
• Specialised ESOL teaching and support – MIT is set up to support students who don’t have English as their first language. We offer General English, IELTS preparation, IELTS testing and Foundation programmes (for academic studies).
• Areas of study – MIT offers a wide range of academic programmes to choose from. We teach real skills, from real people, to help you get real results.
• Graduate with real job experience – Your first day at MIT is like your first day on the job. At MIT you’ll develop industry-specific skills and knowledge with real hands-on experience.  Many of our programmes include structured student projects with innovative businesses. Our staff leading these programmes will work closely with you and New Zealand industry leaders to make sure your training gives you the practical skills and knowledge you need to succeed in today’s competitive job market.
• International student support – You’ll be supported throughout your study journey; from application, to landing in New Zealand, and through your studies to getting your dream job.
• Personalised teaching – With many of our classes being small, our tutors even know you by name.
• NZ Government  tertiary education institute – MIT’s purpose is to deliver theoretical teaching with  practical industry-specific skills and experience employers want.
• Recognised world-class educators – New Zealand’s institutes of technology are recognised globally as having first rate facilities, technologies and teaching approaches. MIT is one of New Zealand’s largest, high quality institutes of technology.
• Discover Auckland- Auckland is regularly ranked one of the world’s most liveable cities. Its beautiful beaches, bush-clad ranges and busy urban centres make it a world-class city. Auckland enjoys a temperate climate. Summers are dry and warm with daytime temperatures averaging 19–25ºC, while winter temperatures are a little cooler, averaging between 12–18ºC.

Study with Manukau Institute of Technology

Auckland, New Zealand

As an international student there are a lot of factors in choosing where you study and with who. You need confidence that your qualification will set you up for a good job when you graduate. You also want trust and reassurance that the educator provider is of the highest standard. Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT) has been awarded the highest rating, Category One, by NZQA in their latest review (2016) so you can have confidence in MIT as your choice for international study.

Having study options that give you a qualification that’s valued by employers is also very important. By choosing MIT you will gain the industry-specific skills you need to get a great job, and gain real-world experience while you study.

WHY CHOOSE MIT?

• Trusted education provider – MIT has been awarded the highest possible rating, Category One, by NZQA in the latest review in 2016.
• Specialised ESOL teaching and support – MIT is set up to support students who don’t have English as their first language. We offer General English, IELTS preparation, IELTS testing and Foundation programmes (for academic studies).
• Areas of study – MIT offers a wide range of academic programmes to choose from. We teach real skills, from real people, to help you get real results.
• Graduate with real job experience – Your first day at MIT is like your first day on the job. At MIT you’ll develop industry-specific skills and knowledge with real hands-on experience.  Many of our programmes include structured student projects with innovative businesses. Our staff leading these programmes will work closely with you and New Zealand industry leaders to make sure your training gives you the practical skills and knowledge you need to succeed in today’s competitive job market.
• International student support – You’ll be supported throughout your study journey; from application to landing in New Zealand, and through your studies to getting your dream job.
• Personalised teaching – With many of our classes being small, our tutors even know you by name.
• NZ Government tertiary education institute – MIT’s purpose is to deliver theoretical teaching with practical industry-specific skills and experience employers want.
• Recognised world-class educators – New Zealand’s institutes of technology are recognised globally as having first-rate facilities, technologies and teaching approaches. MIT is one of New Zealand’s largest, high-quality institutes of technology.
• Discover Auckland– Auckland is regularly ranked as one of the world’s most liveable cities. Its beautiful beaches, bush-clad ranges and busy urban centres make it a world-class city. Auckland enjoys a temperate climate. Summers are dry and warm with daytime temperatures averaging 19–25ºC, while winter temperatures are a little cooler, averaging between 12–18ºC.
• Discover Manukau– Much of the Manukau region is still green farmland, but at the same time it’s a thriving industrial and commercial hub. Its urban areas reflect an active multicultural community where you can see the latest art, theatre and music. Just up the road is New Zealand’s largest shopping centre at Sylvia Park. For those who love the outdoors, Manukau has a 320-kilometre coastline, an array of stunning regional parks nearby and the Auckland Botanic Gardens.

Manukau Institute of Technology was recently picked as a finalist by Westpac Auckland Business Awards in two categories, namely Best Customer Service Delivery and Employer of the Year for the South and East regions.

Gus Gilmore, its chief executive said, “We are delighted to have made the high-quality list of finalists. It’s a great acknowledgement of hard work, innovation and challenging established ways of thinking for the benefit of students and staff.”

MIT redesigned its customer service experience completely through its Project Reretahi, which became a key reason for its award entry. Inclusion and diversity were strong themes in the institute’s successful entry for the category, Employer of the Year. 

Teaching quality

• MIT is a world-class educator with first class facilities and an innovative teaching approach. It is among New Zealand’s largest institutes of technology and a trusted education provider which enjoys the highest rating possible, Category One, as awarded by NZQA (2016).
• MIT offers NZCEL (New Zealand Certificate in English Language) programmes and is an official IELTS testing centre.
• MIT offers theoretical teaching and equips students with practical, industry-relevant skills and experience.
• Students will be offered support from application through to employment at MIT.
• MIT offers personalised teaching through small class sizes where tutors know students by their names.
• The institution also offers a wide range of academic study options to choose from. Students will be equipped with the kind of skills needed in the real world and be highly employable on graduation.

Entry Requirements – English

Certificate Programmes

Most certificate programmes require applicants to have completed Year 12 or equivalent of secondary school. Please contact MIT International for further information.

English Language Equivalents

• IELTS (Academic) 6.5; no one score below 6.0: TOEFL 575 (230), TWE 4.5. MIT ELP 6.5.
• IELTS (Academic) 6.0; no one score below 5.5: TOEFL 550 (213), TWE 4.0. MIT ELP 6.0.
• IELTS (Academic) 5.5: TOEFL 525 (190).

MIT English Language Requirements

Most MIT Diplomas and Degrees require a minimum of IELTS 6.0 (Academic) or equivalent. Some Diplomas and Degrees require IELTS 6.5 (Academic) or equivalent see programme for details. MIT Certificates usually require a minimum of IELTS 5.5 (Academic) or equivalent.

NZ Academic Qualification Equivalents

NZ NCEA Level 3 minimum 42 credits or
International Baccalaureate 24+ or
Cambridge International Examination (CIE) 120 points on UCAS tariff

The Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT) is a public institute of technology in New Zealand. It is a constituent university of the Auckland Council and the Polytechnic Network. The main campus is located at Otahuhu, Auckland and has been operating since 1982. MIT offers a range of programmes that are accredited by the NZQA (New Zealand Qualifications Authority).

Total Tuition Fees For International Students

The tuition fees for international students are the same as those of domestic students. Tuition fees are also the same for New Zealand, Australian, and Singaporean students.

PGDip Business Leadership and Management

The PGDip Business Leadership and Management is a 12-month, full-time programme.

• Cost: NZ$7,500 (NZ$6,500 tuition fee and NZ$1,000 ITP fee) per year
• How to apply: by post or email
• Course duration: 1 year full-time study

The PGDip Business Leadership and Management programme focuses on: – The development of leadership skills – An introduction to business research methods – An understanding of the operation of business organisations – A systematic exploration of key management issues within different sectors of the economy.

PGDip Network Engineering (Voice and Data)

How much does it cost?

It costs $19,500 (NZD) for international students and $2,400 (NZD) for domestic students.

PGDip Information Systems Management

The PGDip Information Systems Management (ISM) is the information systems management qualification for professionals in the IT sector. This programme covers all aspects of ISM, including business analysis and requirements gathering, project management and change management, systems development and testing. You’ll also develop a sound understanding of how to manage people in an IT environment and will be able to apply this knowledge in a range of different contexts.

The PGDip ISM is designed for candidates who already hold an undergraduate degree or higher qualification with at least two years’ work experience in the IT industry.

PGCert Health Informatics

• PGCert Health Informatics (PGCertHI) is a one year full time programme for graduates who wish to gain an understanding of the use of information technology in health services and organisations. The programme focuses on enabling students to develop their skills in the use of electronic systems and computer applications in healthcare, including electronic records systems, clinical decision support systems, database design and management, telemedicine as well as web based applications.
• The PGCertHI is designed for students who want to gain practical experience in Information Technology (IT) related work with a focus on health care delivery systems. The programme offers coursework that allows students to develop knowledge and skills required for competent application development or implementation of IT solutions within healthcare organizations.

PGCert Applied Computing

• Programme length: 1 year (full-time)
• Cost of the programme: NZ$19,000 (around USD$12,100)
• What you will learn:
• The fundamentals of computing and how they relate to the real world. You will learn important concepts such as algorithms and data structures. You’ll also study networks and internet technology, which are increasingly important in our connected world.
• The importance of programming languages in solving real problems in science, business or industry. You’ll cover topics such as Java programming language, SQL databases and web development frameworks like PHP/MySQL or Ruby on Rails.

PGCert Psychological Science

The PGCert Psychological Science is a one-year course that provides students with both theoretical and practical knowledge. It is offered by the School of Psychology, which has been teaching psychology in New Zealand since 1988. The course can be taken by international students and local students alike.

If you’re interested in this course, please contact us for more information or find out about other courses we offer!

PGCert Cybercrime Investigation and Cybersecurity

PGCert Cybercrime Investigation and Cybersecurity

Tuition fees: $5,390 (2019)

Scholarships available

Number of international students: 2,400 (2018)

International student percentage of total student body: 13% (2018) – The number of international students from India is 1,000 (2018), representing 44% of the total number of international students at Manukau Institute Of Technology. There are also 500 Chinese students as well as 250 Japanese students studying at Manukau Institute Of Technology.

A list of international tuition fees at MIT

The Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT) is a public university located in Auckland, New Zealand. MIT is a polytechnic university that provides undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The institute also offers short courses for those who want to gain practical experience or learn new skills.

Conclusion

Manukau Institute of Technology is a tertiary institution offering degrees, diplomas and other certificates in various areas of study.