Canterbury offers a variety of quality Private Tertiary Education providers (PTE) in our region who often specialise fields like aviation or golf!

Air New Zealand Aviation Institute:  www.aviationinstitute.co.nz

Built on 70 years of aviation training, Air New Zealand Aviation Institute has NZQA approved Programmes for those seeking a career in pilot, aircraft engineer or customer facing roles such as flight attendant or working at the airport. An extensive suite of training products has been assembled, from flight crew and engineer type ratings, through to basic maintenance courses for apprentices, service training for frontline staff or leadership programmes for your future leaders. The Air New Zealand Aviation Institute provides a unique opportunity to access a comprehensive range of integrated aviation training products delivered by an international operator and two-time ATW Airline of the Year (2010 and 2012).

Aspire 2: www.aspire2.ac.nz

Aspire 2 International’s programmes are industry relevant and provide students with good job prospects. We prepare students for careers in accounting, business, computing, counselling, cookery, hospitality, health services, and offer a wide selection of English courses, including general, business, academic, IELTS and TESOL.

Students at Aspire 2 have the option of completing one and two year diploma programmes, and can also pathway to degrees with New Zealand and overseas universities. Pathway arrangements include BA (Hons) Business and Management at University of Northampton (UK), Bachelor of Business Studies at Massey University, and Bachelor of Business in Hotel or Restaurant Management at Le Cordon Bleu in Australia.

ICQ Golf: www.igq.co.nz

Programmes and tutors offer a superb combination of training, teaching and assessment. The programmes are supported by top class facilities and a top class PGA coaching team enabling you to develop and enhance the skills you need to succeed in golf at top amateur or professional levels. The Programme Designer’s 30 years of professional golf experience has created courses that are totally golf related and based on the established principals of golf. IGQ Golf College pride themselves with confidence that the graduates will step out with the skills and knowledge that meet current market needs; and will have a bright employment future in the global market place

National Trade Academy: www.nta.co.nz

NTA has been training domestic and international students since 2000 in the Agriculture and Equine Horticulture sectors. More recently English Language and English Plus courses such as English Plus Rugby have been added to what is on offer. The Academy provides purpose built training facilities to assist students to achieve National Certificates in their area of study and five levels of English language study. Also on offer is a horse riding school and farm park for students to enjoy in their leisure time.

NZ College of Business: www.nzcb.ac.nz

NZCB is recognised by both the New Zealand Ministry of Education (code: 1327) and the New Zealand Qualification Authority (NZQA) (code: 7653). Business administration courses provide excellent pathways for students who intend to continue their tertiary education with universities. More than 50 percent of NZCB graduates further their studies in universities. Some graduates also find studying with the College helpful in assisting them to reach a successful future career in terms of employment and immigration.

UCIC: www.ucic.ac.nz

UC International College (UCIC) provides a unique, direct and guaranteed pathway for international students looking to complete an undergraduate degree from one of New Zealand’s premier universities, The University of Canterbury (UC).

Located on the beautiful UC campus, UCIC students are university students from the moment they arrive, with access to all of the world class facilities and services that makes the University of Canterbury a top choice for international students.

You can find a full list of Christchurch PTEs here.