
Nursing
Goodbye fees, study nursing for free^.
As part of the government’s Targeted Training and Apprenticeships Fund (TTAF) to rebuild New Zealand's economy, you can now study the New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing (Level 5) for free.
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Want to make a real difference caring for people in your community? A career in nursing might be for you.
The industry needs more essential workers who are passionate about improving health outcomes for others. You could work locally or abroad in a range of different specialities.
When you graduate from one of our nursing programmes, you'll be ready to sit the Nursing Council of New Zealand State Examination and apply for registration as an enrolled or registered nurse in New Zealand.
You'll be supported to succeed throughout your journey with access to a Kaiawhina, a Pasifika support person, a Whānau and a Mā Tātou room.
Māori and Pasifika pathways
If you are of Māori or Pasifika descent and are passionate about making a difference to the health and wellbeing of your people you can get additional support on your study journey with Te Ara Oranga.
Learn with like-minded people in an environment that works around your needs and supports you to succeed. You’ll also get connected with future employers, opening doors to your health career pathway.
Short courses
Keen to study a stand-alone course?
Whether you want to study an individual course to gain proficiency in a specific area, or are looking to upskill with a short course. This is where you'll find it.
Find out more about nursing short courses.
Programmes
The following programmes are available in this area of study:
Level 3
Level 7
- Bachelor of Nursing (Level 7)
- Bachelor of Nursing Maaori (Level 7) (Te Tohu Paetahi Tikanga Rangatira aa-Tapuhi)
- Bachelor of Nursing Pacific (Level 7)
^Free study for this qualification may be available to you under the government’s Targeted Training and Apprenticeships Fund (TTAF). Visit https://www.tec.govt.nz/funding/funding-and-performance/funding/fund-finder/targeted-training-and-apprenticeship-fund/faqs-for-learners/ for eligibility criteria and more information. Students must be eligible to study as a domestic student and meet any other entry criteria as required. Some costs may also apply. Free study is subject to funding confirmation.