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"The New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) is Highly Confident in the educational performance of Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT).

WITT has achieved a very high level of educational performance in terms of all of its strategic aims for performance". Naumai, haere mai, ki Te Kura Matatini o Taranaki. Kia Ora, Talofa lava, Malo e Lelei, Fakalofa lahi atu, Bula, Namaste, Ni hao, Ciao, Hola, Guten Tag, Konniciwa, Salve, Shalom, Bonjour, Aloha, Salaam, Halito, Zdravo and Hello! It is my pleasure, as Chief Executive, to welcome international students and visitors to WITT C the Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki. Deciding to study overseas is a big decision. It is challenging, rewarding and life changing. At WITT you will begin a journey with talented tutors and excellent student support;

we are all here to ensure that whatever you aspire to, we will help you succeed. At WITT you will join innovative and enthusiastic learners from the Taranaki region and from around the world. WITT has a rich history of producing graduates with the knowledge and skills to pursue and succeed in their chosen career. Our strong partnerships with industry ensure that the skills and knowledge you learn in the classroom are what employers are looking for. We are committed to helping you achieve success in your study;

we look forward to accompanying you on your study journey. Enjoy your journey Kai ora tatou katoa Barbara George Tumu Whakarae Chief Executive to witt welcome Taranaki region Mt Taranaki TARANAKI REGION Travel times by air (direct flight) Auckland C New Plymouth:

40 mins Wellington C New Plymouth:

45 mins Auckland Hamilton Wellington Christchurch Taupo Rotorua Dunedin NORTH ISLAND SOUTH ISLAND New Plymouth Napier Palmerston North - New Zealand wittworks . ac.nz

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2 New Zealand Map THE KEY REASONS: Arts and Media The Taranaki region hosts many working artists and is home to the world renown Govett Brewster Art Gallery. Students studying arts at WITT can specialise in media, photography or cultural design. Centrally located New Plymouth is located on the west coast of the North Island, about

45 minutes by plane from either Auckland or Wellington. Tourists and students come from around the world to enjoy the stunning scenery, surf beaches, art, culture, lifestyle and education opportunities that Taranaki offers. Engineering Taranaki is recognised as New Zealand's Energy province. The Taranaki region is home to New Zealand's Oil and Gas industry with almost

90 percent of the sector's total nationwide employment based in the region, generating $NZ

741 million GDP. The region is home to many national and international engineering companies. Experienced and qualified staff All our staff are experienced and dedicated in their approach to teaching. They maintain up-to-date skills for the benefit of the students. WITT offers extensive support for study and pastoral care. Free Bus Service Our Tertiary Bus Service allows WITT students to travel for free on all New Plymouth urban bus services provided by Tranzit Coach Lines, including travel from Hawera, Waitara and Oakura, on any day at any time (including weekends and evenings). Bus timetables are available in the WITT café or online at www.taranakibus.info. You will need to show your WITT ID card to access this service. Government Guaranteed Institute of Technology WITT is a high quality, Government owned and guaranteed, tertiary education institute situated in the Taranaki region of New Zealands' North Island. Qualifications are approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). Great Weather New Plymouth has fresh clean air and blue skies. It has a healthy and comfortable climate, not too hot and not too cold. Summer: December C February (15-25 degrees Celsius) Winter: June C August (6-17 degrees Celsius). Hospitality WITT works closely with hospitality leaders to create up to date, relevant qualifications. WITT's popular Diploma in Professional Cookery is an extremely well respected qualification and many graduates have gone on to gain employment and New Zealand residency. Safe and welcoming region The city of New Plymouth is friendly and safe. WITT programmes and courses reflect the region's economic strengths as well as New Zealand employment needs. Employment focussed education WITT programmes offer the best in vocational education, where applied learning leads to real life success. WITT offers programmes from certificate, through to diploma and degree level. the courage to lead and make the right decisions for WITT and our students to be responsible and accountable for our own actions to continuously build a culture of quality and success to respect and honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi to uphold honesty and integrity in all things to be flexible and innovative when challenged OUR Values WHY choose WITT taranaki? WElcome to WITT DISCOVER TARANAKI Rich in inspiration and history, the Taranaki region is a place where creativity and artistic expression abounds. Feed your soul and rejuvenate your mind. There is much to discover in Taranaki C the thrill of a mountain view, world class cafes and restaurants, the pleasure of a good time. To really enjoy our region is to experience it, explore it and find out what makes Taranaki like no other. Walk or cycle the Coastal Walkway and visit world renowned parks and gardens. From the mountain and National Park to the coast and everything in-between, Taranaki is never short of places to go C whatever the weather! Students enjoy campus life outside Art Block. New Plymouth coastal walkway. Mt. Taranaki. 4