Southern Institute of Technology

For students attending the Supported Learning course at Southern Institute of Technology's Gore campus, learning goes far beyond the classroom.

Designed for people with learning disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, the course helps students develop interpersonal, social and independent living skills while building confidence, friendships and a sense of belonging.

Running four days a week, the programme includes practical classes such as cooking and art, alongside a range of activities that support personal growth and everyday life skills.

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Supported Learning Course builds confidence and lasting friendships For students attending the Supported Learning course at Southern Institute of Technology's Gore campus, learning goes far beyond the classroom. Designed for people with learning disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, the course helps students develop interpersonal, social and independent...

Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWOA) governing council member, Professor Jacinta Ruru told graduates they had achieved more than a qualification at this year's He Puāwaitanga (graduation) ceremony.

Professor Ruru, who represented Te Mana Whakahaere (the governing council of TWOA), is a long-serving Professor of Law at the University of Otago, New Zealand's first Māori Professor of Law, and a recipient of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to Māori and legal education.

Addressing graduates and their supporters at SIT Hansen Hall on 5th September, Professor Ruru said their graduation marked a significant milestone, representing countless hours of learning, perseverance, determination, and sacrifice. “It reflects the courage to begin something new, the commitment to continue when challenges arose, and the resilience to see your journey through to completion."

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Graduates Celebrate Achievement and Transformation at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa graduation Te Wānanga o Aotearoa (TWOA) governing council member, Professor Jacinta Ruru told graduates they had achieved more than a qualification at this year's He Puāwaitanga (graduation) ceremony. Professor Ruru, who represented Te Mana Whakahaere (the governing council of TWOA), is a long-serving Profes...

A recent flying visit by a group of Chinese university dignitaries has highlighted the important role Balclutha Airport can play in connecting visitors with SIT Telford Campus and the wider Clutha district, supporting Southern Institute of Technology's vision for growth at its rural campus.

On 1 July, a delegation from China's Hubei province travelled to Telford by charter aircraft, flying into Balclutha Airport with Queenstown-based operator Air Milford before continuing their visit through the region.

The visit showcased not only Telford's extensive facilities and training opportunities, but also the practical advantages of having a local airport capable of welcoming visitors directly into the heart of South Otago.

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Local airport opens up access to Telford for international visitors A recent flying visit by a group of Chinese university dignitaries has highlighted the important role Balclutha Airport can play in connecting visitors with Telford and the wider Clutha district, supporting Southern Institute of Technology's vision for growth at its rural campus. On 1 July, a delega...

For many Southlanders, the path into education, training or employment is not always straightforward. The Kia Tū Pathway Planning programme is helping change that by giving people the confidence, guidance and support to explore their strengths, identify opportunities and take positive steps towards the future.

Kia Tū helps connect learners with practical experiences and real opportunities across Murihiku Southland, giving them a clearer view of where their next steps could lead.

The programme’s strength lies in its collaborative approach, bringing together local leadership, cultural connection and community knowledge of Hokonui Runanga Inc through Murihiku Regeneration and the Anamata Māia service, with SIT providing education pathways, learning support and opportunities for further study. It’s also supported by the Ministry of Social Development NZ (MSD), local employers and community organisations.

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Partnership Pathway programme helps Southlanders discover education, training and employment opportunities Kia Tū helps connect learners with practical experiences and real opportunities across Murihiku Southland, giving them a clearer view of where their next steps could lead. The programme’s strength lies in its collaborative approach, bringing together local leadership, cultural connection and comm...

✨ Mānawatia a Matariki! ✨

As we celebrate Matariki | Māori New Year, all SIT campuses will be closed on Friday 10 July for the public holiday.

We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Matariki and look forward to welcoming you back on Monday 13 July.

Today, Monday 1 June, is King’s Birthday public holiday 👑

All SIT campuses are closed today, and we’ll be back tomorrow, Tuesday 2 June. We hope everyone is enjoying the long weekend.

Tomorrow we pause to remember and honour those who served this ANZAC Day 🌺

Our campus will be closed on Monday in observance, and we’ll be back on Tuesday 28 April.

Lest we forget.