Thriving through flexible study
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NMIT Open Day 2025: A festival of fun and inspiration
Hands-on activities, live entertainment, and future-focused inspiration set against the backdrop of its vibrant Nelson campus.
Global experience, local impact
From reconnecting with academic life to building valuable local networks, Altamash Mulla’s NMIT journey is a great example of how regional education can have a global impact.
NMIT Trainee Rangers support flood recovery efforts across Tasman
Trainee rangers from Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) have joined flood recovery efforts across the Tasman region, helping restore key conservation sites impacted by the extreme weather events in late June and July.
Building safer communities
Long before she set foot in a classroom at NMIT, Susma Gautam knew she wanted to help build safer communities.
Swapping snow skis for sunshine
From mountainous Montana to the beautiful beaches of Te Tauihu: Kaija Dybdahl shares her experiences studying abroad with NMIT.
NMIT will stand alone from 2026
NMIT Executive Director Olivia Hall says the decision is a strong vote of confidence in the institute’s ability to meet the needs of learners and our region.
Analytical by nature
Frederick’s journey from Fire Fighter to Data Engineer is anything but conventional.
NMIT co-hosts sold-out wine research conference in Marlborough
A full house of scientists, students and wine industry professionals gathered at the Marlborough Research Centre Theatre for the 2025 New Zealand Wine Centre Scientific Research Conference, co-organised by NMIT.
From Intern to IT pro
An NMIT internship helped John Dao launch his IT career in Wellington.
NMIT strengthens strategic China partnerships
NMIT has reinforced its long-standing education partnerships with several Chinese institutions, signing a series of new and renewed agreements that support the institute’s international growth strategy.
Darkness matters: New research highlights New Zealanders value the night
As Aotearoa New Zealand prepares to celebrate Matariki, new research highlights something often taken for granted - the value of darkness.
Styling for a cause
Superstar stylists from NMIT’s Certificate in Hairdressing Level 3 provided show-stealing looks for performers at the biennial Dancing for a Cause event.
Lighting the way to a bright future
For counselling student Andrea Silva, a scholarship has become more than financial relief - it’s a beacon of hope.
Model Call: Hairdressing Appointments Available
A belief in positive change
Prastuta Bhatta, third year Bachelor of Nursing student and recipient of the 2025 Fifeshire-Hancock Scholarship, is committed to helping people in New Zealand and her home country of Nepal.
NMIT students awarded almost $140,000 in scholarships
Across Te Tauihu, NMIT has partnered with generous community and industry organisations to support outstanding students in their study journey.
Chloe Edwards: Leading the future of women's wellness
"They care about your progress and help you stay on track. I wouldn't be doing what I'm doing now without the support I got here."
From NMIT to the big screen
NMIT Bachelor of Computer Generated Imagery graduate Jaxon Wallace’s work can now be seen on the big screen worldwide.
The next generation of aeronautical engineers?
The future of aeronautical engineering looks bright as excited tamariki from Campus Corner Early Learning Centre toured NMIT’s new Aviation Hangar.
