Eastern Institute of Technology

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Many people have reaped the rewards of a quality education at EIT over the last 30 years. The Institute offers an extensive range of programmes. There are now more than 130 programmes offered at postgraduate, degree, diploma and certificate level, across an impressive range of subject areas in four faculties: Applied Science, Business and Computing; Health Sciences; Humanities, Arts and Trades; Māori Studies – Te Manga Māori.

EIT programmes combine practical skills with a sound theory base. Many can be studied on a full-time or part-time or on-line so there is an increasing opportunity to earn while you learn. Open Entry courses enables people who don’t have academic qualifications or don’t feel ready for a higher level of study, an introductory pathway to achieving a fulfilling career.

EIT has two main campuses one in Taradale, Napier, Hawkes Bay and two in Gisborne. There are also learning centres throughout Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti, Gisborne where students can start their learning in a smaller environment close to their home. Hawke’s Bay offers an excellent lifestyle, plenty of sunshine, with a variety of restaurants, cafés and wine trails. The choice of entertainment options is extensive, with plenty of outdoor adventure activities available. Compared with bigger centres, Hawke’s Bay has another key bonus: stress-free commuting.

With only a 15 – 20 minute commuting time between Napier and Hastings, congestion on the roads is virtually unheard of in this region. Studying at EIT also means that accommodation and travel costs are lower, compared with other provincial areas. Gisborne, the first city in the world to see the sunrise each day. Gisborne is a landscape of sandy beaches, great surf, golden vineyards and palm-studded streets. It’s small enough to be friendly and welcoming, yet big enough to have all the amenities of the major centres, including shopping, cinemas, cafes, restaurants and entertainment, all within the relaxed lifestyle Gisborne is famous for.

Programmes Available at the Eastern Institute of Technology

EIT Hawke's Bay offers degrees in Business Studies, Computing Systems, Visual Art and Design, Nursing, Education, Wine Science, Viticulture, Recreation & Sport, Arts and Social Work. A wide range of Diploma and Certificate programmes are also available in Tourism and Hospitality, Visual Art, Horticulture, Agriculture, Viticulture, Travel & Tourism, Hospitality, Business Studies and Information Technology.

English Language
EIT, Hawke's Bay has a well-established School of English Language and is an accredited IELTS Testing Centre. General English, English for Academic Purposes and Preparation for IELTS classes are available. International students who graduate from the English Language course with the English level required for an Academic programme can apply to continue their study at degree, diploma or certificate level. A Language Lab and Computing Labs are available for International students as part of their course.

Accommodation
Both homestay and student flatting accommodation options are available. Homestay families provide students with a private room, full board and helpful advice. The EIT Residential Village has 12 flats each housing six students. The weekly rent for a private, furnished bedroom in the Village includes phone and power charges.

Support Services
EIT Hawke's Bay offers excellent student support services in a modern and well equipped environment. The International Centre takes special care of its students from overseas. Learning support is available to students studying in mainstream programmes. Students are given assistance with accommodation, insurance, immigration, welfare and health needs. Activities such as ski trips, and sight-seeing, etc are arranged for international students.

International Mentors
Each faculty has a ‘Mentor’ to work specifically to support and assist international students in their studies. The Mentor will make themselves known to students within the first month of classes starting and students can see their mentor on an individual basis for guidance regarding their assessments or for help in resolving any problems they might be having. The Mentor is keen to work with you and help you to achieve good grades.

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