State-Funded Universities

State-Funded Universities in New Zealand

There are eight state-funded universities in New Zealand and they are partners in the international community as far as learning and research is concerned.

Polytechnics

These are institutes of technology which provide highly specialised vocational training in response to local industry and labour demands. Many polytechnics also have research portfolios, mainly in the field of applied sciences and other technological areas.

English General Certificate of Education (GCE)

English General Certificate of Education (GCE) for students studying NCEA Level 1 English A Levels and Australian higher school certificates for students studying NCEA Level 3 University entrance examination for students intending to use credits for purposes of gaining tertiary entry.

State owned

These educational institutions include universities, colleges of education and wānanga (Maori education centres). They are state-funded and highly responsive to local and international student demand for coursework and research programs.