Start your journey this year and get set for success
Looking for more stability, better job options or to switch career direction? Our wide range of study entry points and pathways, plus flexible learning options, can help you move towards a better future.
Check out the courses below and apply now or contact us to discuss your options.
Christchurch options
Open entry
Certificates
Construction Management
- Diploma in Construction - Construction Management
- Bachelor of Construction (Construction Management)
- Graduate Diploma in Construction Management
Quantity Surveying
- Diploma in Construction (Quantity Surveying)
- Bachelor of Construction (Quantity Surveying)
- Graduate Diploma in Quantity Surveying
Architecture
Open Entry
Certificates and Diplomas
- Certificate in Admin & Technology (Level 4)
- Diploma in Business (Accounting)
- Diploma in Business (Project Management)
- Diploma in Business (Leadership and Management)
- Diploma in Business (Marketing and Sales)
- Diploma in Business (Human Resource Management)
- Diploma in Business (Admin and Technology)
- Diploma in Hospitality Management
Degrees
Graduate Diplomas
- Graduate Diploma in Accounting
- Graduate Diploma in Business Information Systems
- Graduate Diploma in Business Transformation and Change
- Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management
- Graduate Diploma in Marketing and Sales
- Graduate Diploma in Operations and Production Management
- Graduate Diploma in Project Management
- Graduate Diploma in Strategic Management
- Graduate Diploma in Supply Chain & Logistics Management
- Graduate Diploma in Applied Management
Postgraduate
Open entry
Certificates
Civil
Mechanical
Certificates
Open entry
- Certificate in English Language (Level 2)
- Certificate in English Language (General) (Level 3)
- Certificate in English Language (Applied) (Level 3)
- Certificate in English Language (General) (Level 4)
- Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 4)
- Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 5)
Certificates
Open entry
Certificates
Open entry Pre-Apprenticeship
- Certificate in Automotive Engineering
- Certificate in Automotive Collision Repair
- Certificate in Construction Trade Skills - Carpentry
- Certificate in Construction Trade Skills - Joinery
- Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
- Certificate in Electrical Pre-Trade
Trades Apprenticeships
- Certificate in Engineering Fabrication – Steel Construction
- Certificate in Engineering Fabrication – Heavy Fabrication
- Certificate in Engineering Fabrication – Light Fabrication
- Certificate in Carpentry
- Certificate in Joinery
- Certificate in Joinery - Cabinetry
- Certificate in Joinery - Stairs
- Certificate in Joinery - Timber Door and Window
- Mechanical Engineering – Maintenance Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering – General Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering – Machining
- Mechanical Engineering – Toolmaking
- Mechanical Engineering – Fitting and Machining
Timaru options
Certificates
- Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 4)
- Certificate in Study and Employment (Level 4) Pre Health Pathway
- Certificate in English Language (Academic) (Level 4)
- Certificate in English Language (Applied) (Level 3) Academic
- Certificate in Foundation Skills - Introduction to Trades Primer
Degrees
What do graduates think about Ara?
I had friends doing their degrees elsewhere at the same time, so I had the chance to compare stories. Ara was simply just more hands-on – more real life.
Savannah Kemp
New Zealand Certificate in Business (Administration and Technology)
Diploma in Business
Bachelor of Applied Management
I love to learn and Ara made it easy for me to do so…Some of my best moments in life were spent in the classrooms at Ara.
Tim Crawford
New Zealand Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4)
Ara welcomes people from all walks of life…and we are encouraged to bring our full, authentic selves into our study.
Lani Pitcher
Bachelor or Applied Science (Human Nutrition)
Frequently asked questions
If you already know which programme you want to study, head to the programme’s web page and look for the ‘View Dates & Apply’ button. You’ll see a list of upcoming start dates — just choose the one that suits you.
Click ‘Apply’ to start your online application. You’ll be able to create a profile and even save your progress so you can come back to it later if needed.
If there’s no apply button on the page, don’t worry — just get in touch with our team, and we’ll help you take the next step.
Yes! We run Information Evenings where you can explore your options and get help with your application.
Get in touch or book a tour to find out more and explore all the options on offer.
Scholarships and financial assistance
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