Are you having a hard time using StudyLink or sticking to a budget? You’re not alone! We’re here to help you.  We can help with: StudyLink applications budgeting advice travel costs helping you find a job helping you receive entitlements, if… Current Whitireia & WelTec students who are going through temporary financial hardship that will likely impact their studies can apply for help from our Student Hardship Fund.  We may be able to help you with limited access to vouchers to assist… read more

Are you 16-24 years old? Youth Guarantee is an initiative that gives 16 to 24-year-olds the chance to study for FREE at Whitireia and WelTec, in a variety of different practical qualifications. Youth Guarantee covers your course fees. You will be… read more

Pōwhiri at Orientation is the beginning of your relationship with Whitireia, formally marking and celebrating the first step on your journey with us. Whitireia has a close partnership with Ngāti Toa and the pōwhiri follows the way in which Ngāti Toa… read more

Here you will find a range of resources for secondary school students, careers and pathways advisors, and school leavers.  Interested in studying but want some more information? We have a dedicated team who can take your passions and turn them into… read more

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The purpose of Wellington Trades Academy courses is to provide students with the opportunity to get a head start, continue with education and learn new skills in a variety of vocational pathways not offered within secondary schools. You will select… read more

Trimester One 2026 applications are now closed for offshore International applicants. Applications received will be processed for the next available intake. read more

Academic Admission Requirements by Country The following information has the minimum academic requirement equivalence for international students with foreign qualifications. International students need to check the equivalence of their secondary… read more

If you are not a first-language speaker of English, we require evidence of your English language proficiency. Evidence, such as test results, must not be more than two years old. If you are not certain of the evidence required, please contact us. read more

Whitireia and WelTec are committed to providing quality programmes and a supportive learning environment for all. Our Commitment to Learning shows that we all contribute to a positive and productive learning environment. The Student Guide provides… read more