Information about Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT), New Zealand

1. Website: eit.ac.nz

2. Location: 3 campuses

Napier (Main Hawke’s Bay Campus): 13 minutes by car from Napier city centre and 12 minutes by car from Napier Airport.
Auckland (Auckland Campus): Located in Auckland city centre and 25 minutes by car from Auckland International Airport.
Gisborne (Tairāwhiti Campus): Located in Gisborne city centre and 10 minutes by car from Gisborne Airport.

3. Institution Type: Public Institute of Technology and Polytechnic

4. Total number of students: >10,000

5. Number of international students: >1,200

6. Strengths:

Teaching quality:
- Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) is currently ranked among the highest-performing institutes in New Zealand and consistently receives top ratings for both educational performance and self-assessment from the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) and the External Evaluation and Review (EER).
- Lecturers are highly qualified professionals and experienced industry experts who effectively combine theory with practical application and incorporate real-world industry relationships and partnerships into their teaching. Many academic staff hold doctoral qualifications and are actively engaged in research.
Wide range of programmes: EIT offers 138 programmes and qualifications. Its programmes are designed to meet both local and global workforce demands.
Modern facilities: Modern learning facilities with a variety of spaces for group study and independent learning.
Student support services: Academic guidance, career services, international student support, accommodation specialists, and the Napier Students’ Association – Younited help international students quickly adapt to their new environment.
Outstanding campus environment: The main Hawke’s Bay campus is one of the most attractive campuses in New Zealand, featuring 27 hectares of landscaped grounds and architecture that reflects the local character, creating a unique and beautiful learning environment. The Napier campus offers a wide range of programmes for both domestic and international students.

7. Training-related Information

a. Training programs: See details here

English Language
Foundation Studies
Certificate
Diploma
Bachelor’s Degree
Graduate Certificate
Postgraduate Diploma
Master’s Degree

b. Faculties: See details here

Faculty of Commerce and Technology
Faculty of Education, Humanities and Health Science

c. Training courses: See details here

Animal Management and Veterinary Nursing

Arts & Design

Te Hono ki Toi (Poutiri-ā-rangi) Bachelor of Professional Creative Practice (Honours)

Business

Computing

English Language

Fashion

NZ Diploma in Fashion [Level 5]

Hospitality

IDEAschool

Māori Art and Design

Te Hono ki Toi (Poutiri-ā-rangi) Bachelor of Professional Creative Practice (Honours)

Māori Studies

Te Hono ki Toi (Poutiri-ā-rangi) Bachelor of Professional Creative Practice (Honours)

Nursing and Health Science

Online Courses and Distance Learning

Postgraduate Study

Social Sciences

Sport, Exercise and Massage

Teaching

Toihoukura

Te Hono ki Toi (Poutiri-ā-rangi) Bachelor of Professional Creative Practice (Honours)

Tourism and Travel

Trades and Technology

NZ Diploma in Architectural Technology [Level 5-6]

Viticulture & Wine Science

8. Entry Requirements: See details here

Foundation Studies: High school graduation; IELTS 5.5.
Bachelor’s Degree: High school graduation and IELTS 6.0; or successful completion of the first year of university study with good results; or completion of a recognised Foundation programme.
Postgraduate/Master’s Programmes: Bachelor’s degree in a related field with good academic results, IELTS 6.5, and a detailed research proposal.

9. Intakes:

English Language Programmes: February, March, July and August.
Foundation Studies: February and July.
Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programmes: February and July.

10. Application Documents

Highest qualification certificate.
Academic transcripts from the two most recent years.
English language certificate, if available.
Passport (photo and signature page), if available.
Academic achievements, extracurricular certificates and other accomplishments, if available.
CV and two reference letters (for postgraduate programmes).

11. Tuition Fees: See details here

Foundation Studies: NZD 11,400/year.
Bachelor’s Degree Programmes: NZD 20,000–23,000/programme.
Postgraduate/Master’s Programmes: NZD 22,000–25,000/programme.

12. Living Costs: NZD 10,000–15,000/year.

13. Scholarships: NZD 500, NZD 3,000 and NZD 5,000. See details here.

14. Accommodation and Other Services

Students may choose homestay accommodation, student residence, shared accommodation (for students aged over 18), or living with relatives. For accommodation details, see here.

Student Village
Homestay
Flatting
The Lime Tree

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Date: Jun 12, 2026