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New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Introductory Skills)

Animal and Laboratory Science

Care for animals and advance scientific research

Architecture and Construction Management

Design and build the future

Art and Design

Express creativity and visual innovation

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Lead, innovate, and entrepreneurship

Digital Technologies

Shape the digital future

Engineering

Solve complex technical challenges

English

Master language and literature

Food, Hospitality and Tourism

Create memorable experiences

Foundation Studies

Build essential academic skills

Hair, Beauty and Massage

Enhance beauty and wellness

Health

Care for communities and individuals

Health Promotion, Nutrition, Sport and Exercise

Promote active healthy lifestyles

Language and Education

Teaching and language development

Māori and Pacific

Cultural knowledge and perspectives

Music

Express through sound and rhythm

Music Theatre (NASDA)

Performance and theatrical arts

New Zealand Broadcasting School

Media and broadcasting excellence

Short Courses

Quick skills and professional development

Social Work and Human Services

Make a difference in communities

Sustainability and Outdoor Education

Environmental stewardship and adventure

Trades

Master practical skills and craftsmanship

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EXIT Exhibition

28 November 2025 - 23 January 2026

09:00 am - 23 January 2026 05:00 pm

Kahukura, City campus, Madras Street

Get Set for ‘26 – Study Ready Workshops at Ara

21 January 2026 - 29 January 2026

03:00 pm - 06:00 pm

Ara – City, Trades & Timaru campuses

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New Zealand Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Introductory Skills)

New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 5)

Bachelor of Sustainability and Outdoor Education

New Zealand Diploma in Architectural Technology

New Zealand Diploma in Information Technology Technical Support

Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication Design)

New Zealand Diploma in Applied Science (Level 5)