New Zealand University

ARA

ARA Institute of Canterbury

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  • Ara Institute of Canterbury logo.
  • Exterior of Ara Institute of Canterbury’s modern Manawa campus building in central Christchurch.
  • Ara Institute of Canterbury entrance sign outside the Christchurch campus.
  • Main academic building and landscaped pedestrian area at Ara Institute of Canterbury’s Christchurch campus.
  • Landscaped courtyard at Ara Institute of Canterbury with native plants and decorative steel columns.
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Location
Christchurch
School Address
Christchurch City / Christchurch Manawa / Christchurch Woolston / Timaru / Oamaru
School Type
Polytechnic
Popular Majors
Business, Engineering, Architecture, Nursing, and more
Website
School Size
Approximately 12,000 enrolled and 1,800 international students

About the School

Ara Institute of Canterbury is a leading institute of technology in New Zealand’s Canterbury region. Formed in 2016 through the merger of CPIT and Aoraki Polytechnic, Ara delivers practical, career-focused education and hands-on training. Around 19,000 domestic and international students enrol each year, representing more than 50 countries.

Why choose ARA

With campuses across New Zealand’s South Island, including Christchurch, Timaru, Ashburton and Oamaru, Ara offers internationally recognised qualifications ranging from diplomas to bachelor’s degrees and postgraduate study. Small, practical classes provide hands-on learning that prepares students for employment, supported by strong industry connections and career-focused education.

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Ara offers Level 1 to Level 9 qualifications across diverse study areas, including Business, Engineering, Architecture, Nursing, Creative Arts, Hospitality, Computing, Science, Languages, Education and Broadcasting. Strong industry partnerships help students develop job-ready skills, gain practical experience and access a wide range of career and employment opportunities.

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