Explore by provider type
New Zealand's tertiary sector spans everything from research-intensive universities to small, focused training providers — five broad categories with very different aims and student experiences.
Universities
This is the full list of New Zealand's 8 universities, each established by its own Act of Parliament. KuraData doesn't rank or rate them — explore verified official data on each one instead.
View all universities in New ZealandInstitutes of Technology & Polytechnics
New Zealand's polytechnics — also known as institutes of technology (ITPs) — offer diplomas, certificates and degrees with a practical, industry-focused approach.
View all institutes of technology & polytechnics in New ZealandWānanga
Tertiary institutions providing education in a Māori cultural context, alongside a full range of qualifications.
View all wānanga in New ZealandPrivate Training Establishments
Private training establishments offering specialised courses, often focused on a single subject or industry.
View all private training establishments in New ZealandOther Tertiary Education Providers
A small number of providers in the Ministry's directory don't fit the main tertiary categories — for example, adult and community education units run alongside a secondary school.
View all other tertiary education providers in New ZealandBrowse by city
Where New Zealand's tertiary providers are based — from the country's largest cities, home to most universities and polytechnics, to smaller regional centres where PTEs often make up the local training options.
About this directory
This directory is based on the Ministry of Education's Tertiary Providers Directory, including provider contact details, institutional type, and regional information.
KuraData organises the official data into searchable provider profiles and categories — provider-specific information is always clearly sourced.
Data source
- SourceTertiary Providers Directory — Ministry of Education
- KuraData last checked6 September 2026