Achieve Your Goals with Zero Fees at SIT

Free Education – No Tuition Fees, No Limits

At Southern Institute of Technology (SIT), we believe in making quality education accessible to everyone. With our renowned Zero Fees Scheme, students can focus on their studies without worrying about tuition costs. Whether you’re starting a new career or upskilling for your current job, SIT’s Zero Fees offers you a unique opportunity to study and succeed in a wide range of programmes.

No Tuition Fees

Pay only for direct material costs. SIT covers your tuition, allowing you to graduate without hefty student loans.

Wide Range of Programmes

Choose from certificate, diploma, degree, and postgraduate programmes in various fields like: business, IT, nursing, trades, creative industries and many more!

Flexible Study Options

Study on-campus, online, or a combination of both, tailored to your lifestyle.

High-Quality Education

Learn from expert tutors with real-world industry experience. SIT's strong connections with employers ensure your education prepares you for the job market.

How Does the Zero Fees Scheme Work?

The Zero Fees Scheme allows the opportunity to study approved programmes without paying tuition fees. You only need to pay direct material costs. Direct material costs are course specific costs, for example: uniform, texts, tools, activities and NZQA charges. SIT covers the tuition fees, allowing you to access world-class education for minimal expenses. It’s simple – more learning, less financial stress.

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SIT offers over 200 programmes eligible under the Zero Fees Scheme.

Check out our courses page for a full list.

Scholarships

Who is Eligible for SIT's Zero Fees Scheme?

The Zero Fees Scheme is open to:

  • New Zealand citizens
  • New Zealand residents/permanent residents living in New Zealand during their study
  • Australian citizens residing in New Zealand during their study

Start Your Journey at SIT Today – Zero Fees, Maximum Opportunity

Take the first step towards your future without the burden of tuition fees. Apply Online now for SIT’s Zero Fees Scheme and choose a course that fits your goals and passions.

Most programmes SIT offer are eligible for the Zero Fees Scheme. Programmes must be:

  • Tertiary Education Commission funded
  • 12 or more weeks in duration
  • Studied either full time or part time
  • Leading to a national or local qualification.

In order to retain Zero Fees Scheme eligibility, students must:

  • Demonstrate satisfactory academic progress as defined in the course requirements
  • Maintain satisfactory attendance - at least 80%
  • Adhere to the programme's specific rules and requirements
  • Adhere to SIT’s Student Code of Conduct

Although not foreseen, SIT is unable to guarantee ongoing Zero Fees provision should for any reason present funding arrangements and/or Government policies be reviewed.

SIT’s refund policy for domestic students is available here.

SIT policy on charging GST to Non-residents undertaking SIT2LRN programmes of study SIT2LRN offer internet platform based training programmes which may attract students based offshore. In order for us to Zero Rate the Fee, we have to ensure that the student is offshore for the whole duration of the paper or programme. SIT is not able to set up a robust system to monitor such an activity and do not consider this our core business. Therefore GST will be charged on all fees unless the student wishes to be specifically designated as an International Student in which case the Zero Fees Scheme will not apply. Should a student wish to enrol as an International Student through SIT2LRN the International Fee will be NZ$100 per credit (GST Zero Rated).