New Zealand Tertiary College (NZTC)

NZTC offer a range of modes of learning to suit your learning style and lifestyle – giving you a quality and enjoyable learning experience.

Whichever mode of learning you choose, you will need to:

• Have daily access to a computer or mobile learning device with broadband internet access
• Complete courses and programs within specified time frames and undertake self-directed study

NZTC ONLINE

NZTC Online allows you to study from anywhere in the world through its global reach. It is a flexible mode of learning that enables you to obtain an NZQA recognised, high quality degree, diploma or certificate qualification without face-to-face attendance requirements.

All learning materials and academic resources are accessed online to allow you to balance your studies with work and family commitments. Courses are completed and assessed online, and you are engaged in a global learning community where you can interact with other students and Lecturers.

NZTC ONLINE- BLENDED LEARNING

The NZTC Online - Blended Learning mode of learning, blends the flexibility of online learning through NZTC Online, combined with face-to-face learning and practice including tutorials, block courses, supervised field practice and work experience.

COLLEGE BASED

If you choose the College based mode of learning, you attend 20 hours a week of lectures at a New Zealand Tertiary College NZQA-approved location. The College based mode of learning includes access to NZTC Online for learning including course materials, library, research and support materials, and assessment submission and return.

The College based mode of learning is available during the first year of study. After the first year you transfer into the NZTC Online - Blended Learning, or the NZTC Online mode of learning.

FIELD BASED

If you choose the Field based mode of learning, you attend between 4 and 8 hours per week of lectures at a New Zealand Tertiary College NZQA approved location. Featuring a strong practical component, you engage in field practice in a licenced, approved early childhood centre for a minimum number of hours per week throughout your program of learning.

This mode of learning includes access to NZTC Online for learning including course materials, library, research and support materials, and assessment submission and return.