Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Upcoming Intake
Feb 2025
Tution Fee
Starts from 26,000 NZD
English Requirement
IELTS, TOEFL
Highlights
The Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology dates back to the foundation of the Waiariki Community College in 1978 and the Bay of Plenty Community College in 1982. These two institutions merged in May 2016 to form Toi Ohomai, with the name meaning 'to aim high and achieve great heights; to be awakened by learning'.
In 2020 Toi Ohomai became part of Te Pūkenga, the New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology, to be the third largest of this national network of institutes and polytechnics. In the 2019 I-Graduate Survey by The International Student Barometer, Toi Ohomai ranked sixth overall worldwide.
Across its campuses, Toi Ohomai offers world-class facilities, including health centres, childcare services, gyms, and pools. There are also educational facilities like automotive workshops and libraries. Toi Ohomai houses creative spaces for art, design, and media students, including digital labs, specialist studios, and photography darkrooms. Many of the Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology facilities are designed to deliver a practical experience to students to better their learning.
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology has two main types of student housing options available: homestay and student apartments. Homestay accommodation is common among international students as it involves staying with a local family while you study to get acquainted with the culture. This can be an enlightening way to experience New Zealand life, and many students find that it helps them to settle into their new home culture. Toi Ohomai has a network of approved homestay families who provide trusted home accommodation to students.
Student apartments are self-contained units situated on or near the institute's campuses. This gives students a more independent living experience, although they still share communal areas such as kitchens and living rooms. Toi Ohomai has student apartments available at its Mokoia and Windermere campuses.
A warm welcome is guaranteed: in the I-Graduate Survey, Toi Ohomai ranked first globally for orientation satisfaction, welcoming, pre-arrival, counselling support, and social activities. International students can expect a good welcome and support during their studies. Toi Ohomai has a Student Experience Team who work hard to make student life the best it can be. This means lots of events like Māori Language Week, Wā Whakawaia O-Week, and Matariki festivities as well as BBQs and live music.
The campuses are situated in the South Waikato region of New Zealand. A scenic area, South Waikato provides plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and contains many like-minded students. The Tokaanu thermal pools and Waitamo caves are notable tourist attractions students must enjoy during their stay, but there are also plenty of student bars, eateries, and overall nightlife.
Campuses
There are two campuses in Rotorua – Mokoia and Taupo.
1. Mokoia campus
The Mokoia campus is surrounded by forests, scenic reserves, mountains and geysers. It also has art and pottery studios, a restaurant, a café, and much more. The city centre is just a five-minute drive from the campus, where you can find places for shopping, entertainment, and restaurants. You can also visit the beautiful Lake Rotorua.
2. Taupo campus
The Taupo campus is only three minutes from the town centre. It is surrounded by natural geothermal areas, ski areas, national parks, and Lake Taupo. There are a lot of attractions nearby, including Huka Falls, Tongariro National Park, Craters of the Moon, and many more.
Rotorua is a city in the Bay of Plenty Region of New Zealand. The city is famous for its mud pools, hot springs, and geysers.
A few popular places places include the Rotorua Geothermal Parks, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Lake Rotorua, Skyline Rotorua, and many more. The city is also surrounded by lakes, forests, and parks, ideal for hiking and water sports.
FAQs
Toi Ohomai offers various courses across various fields, including business, engineering, hospitality, tourism, and more. They offer certificate, diploma, and degree programs.
There are approximately 7300 students currently enrolled at the Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology.
Toi Ohomai offers a range of student support services, including academic support, career advice, counseling, and health services. Services also offer help with orientation programs and assistance with visa applications.
International students can apply for a range of scholarships. Namely, the International Student Scholarship reduces tuition fees for international students enrolling in a full-time course of study at Toi Ohomai and is awarded based on academic merit. The New Horizons Scholarship is available to international students who are enrolled in a course that is not available in their home country.
It reduces tuition fees and is awarded based on academic merit. The Pacific Island Scholarship is open to students from Pacific Island nations enrolling in a full-time course of study at Toi Ohomai. It reduces tuition fees and is awarded based on academic merit. The Toi Ohomai International High Achiever Scholarship is awarded to international students who have achieved outstanding academic results. It provides a reduction in tuition fees for the duration of the course.
