Programmes and Courses

Otago Polytechnic's Central Otago campuses offer a range of qualifications in locally-relevant subjects such as horticulture, viticulture, business, hospitality, adventure and tourism.

Our philosophy is to provide hands-on experience and real life knowledge from highly qualified and experienced industry professionals in the way that best suits the student’s lifestyle.

Hospitality students

Our programmes support and reflect the local industry infrastructure. Specialist courses include:

  • Sports turf management where students work on some of New Zealand’s most famous golf courses.
  • New Zealand’s only full-time Stonemasonry course where local schist and old stone buildings provide perfect subject matter.
  • Unique mountain-based snow sports and adventure courses taught from Wanaka and Queenstown ski areas.
  • Cooking courses that take advantage of Queenstown’s award-winning chefs and restaurants.
  • Viticulture courses within spitting distance of some of the world’s greatest Pinot Noir.
Stonemasonry students

Programmes by Venue:

Students walking through grapevines

Community Learning Centres (CLC)

We have Community Learning Centres in Cromwell, Alexandra, Wanaka and Queenstown.

Here you can study Computing and Business Administration and gain a nationally recognised qualification for zero fees.

CLC courses allow you to study at your own pace using the centre’s computing suite or via an online study option.

We also offer 1-to-1 help with your laptop and low cost introductory courses in Trademe, Skype, Photo Management, MYOB plus many more.

If you need to improve your English, then why not study online for minimal cost – English for Beginners, Hospitality and Business now available. 

We also give careers advice and can help if you have plenty of life and work experience but not the qualification. Call one of our centres today.

Find out more about Community Learning Centres.

Flexible learning options

Our learning options are designed to fit with your home, work and lifestyle choices.

Ask about our recognition of prior learning (RPL), 'earn and learn' and flexible study arrangements including supported online study.

Central Otago