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Southern Institute of Technology

Welcome to SIT, where quality education meets affordability. Our renowned Zero Fees Scheme makes us one of New Zealand’s most sought-after institutions, enabling you to gain a world-class qualification without the burden of tuition fees*. With a comprehensive range of industry-focused programmes – from certificates to degrees and postgraduate studies, SIT is dedicated to helping you achieve your career goals.

Our campuses in Invercargill, Queenstown, Gore, and  Balclutha offer state-of-the-art facilities, flexible study options, and a supportive learning environment. Plus, with SIT Online and HyFlex opportunities, you can study your way – whether part-time or full-time, from home, while working, or through a combination of these options.

 

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Study without the stress of a large student loan to repay. We offer ZERO tuition fee programmes for all levels of study!

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SIT showcases tertiary education for rural North Island students
“They were surprised at how big the campus was – I walked them around it; it was quite a long distance. They commented on the quality of the facilities and were even more amazed on how...
Expanded Access to Te Reo Māori Learning Across Southland and Otago
For the first time, introductory Level 1 and Level 2 Te Reo Māori courses will be offered in a wider range of regional locations, including Te Anau, Winton, Ohai, Balclutha -Telford,...
8/07/2026 8:30 PM - 9/07/2026 12:30 AM

SIT Country Kick-Off
Wanting to start semester two off with a bang? Come to our SIT Country Kick-Off at the Sugar Shack to celebrate the new term with live music, competitions, and a free BBQ. Come in your best...
6/07/2026 10:45 AM - 9/07/2026 1:00 PM

Re-Orientation Week
Re-O Week is officially back for 2026!  Come and celebrate Semester Two with exciting activities, entertainment, and free food options during lunch times at our...
Nepal Scholarship inspired by legacy of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay
SIT was proud of the connection they have developed with Nepal; over recent years more than 500 Nepalese students have chosen SIT for their studies. “They have enriched our campuses with...
Retiring tutor serves Southland community with decades of vocational training
Mr Larsen joined SIT in 1989 initially on a three-year contract that soon grew to full-time work. During his time at SIT, he has taught engineering pre-trade, engineering apprentices and advanced...
“Kiwis are Conservation Superstars”
“I’m a bird person because of my grandmother, who always told me stories of owls and mockingbirds. I clearly recall a story of her during her childhood about rescuing a mockingbird...
Strong partnership focus as ICC visits SIT facilities
ICC management viewed SIT’s advanced teaching environments, including the newly refurbished nursing simulation suites, and saw Nursing students demonstrate training using emerging...