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Free Wintec courses

Wintec has a range of additional scholarships on offer that could allow you to study fees-free.

There are many ways you may be eligible and conditions vary between programmes. Explore the subjects and courses below and click the enquire button to contact a team member on how you can get enrolled.

If you are in secondary school and looking to gain a qualification at the same time, find information below on free programmes through the Waikato Trade Acadamy. Wintec also has English language programmes free for New Zealand citizens and permanent residents.

Writing and Study Skills

25 hour course over one week or weekend
Fees-free*
Hamilton City Campus
Jan 2023
This free programme provides students with a solid foundation for getting started in tertiary education. The programme covers a wide range of topics, from writing essays to managing time as a student. Wintec has some fantastic resources, and we are committed to helping students access them. Note, this course is not designed for international students. If you are an international student interested in this area, please contact the International Centre.

Writing Made Easy

20 hours per module in your own time
Fees-free*
Online delivery
Apr 2023
Students in this programme will learn to write better assignments, essays and reports. Each module takes approximately 20 hours to complete and includes quizzes and self-tests.

Business 3

One semester
Level 3
Fees-free ($3,570)*
Hamilton City Campus
Feb 2023
Students will learn to create business documents such as reports and spreadsheets, and gain an understanding of MYOB software. At the end of the semester students will have the opportunity to put their learning into practice through work experience in a local business.

Introduction to Team Leadership 3

One Year
Level 3
Fees-free* for New Zealand permanent residents and citizens (usually $2,856*)
Various locations around New Zealand (please enquire)
Jul 2023
This programme is for people who have the potential to be appointed to team leadership roles or who have recently become a team leader.

First Line Management 4

One year
Level 4
Fees-free* for New Zealand permanent residents and citizens (usually $ 3,570)
Various locations around New Zealand (please enquire)
Apr 2023
This programme will help develop the knowledge and skills required to work in first line management and leadership roles. Students will gain skills in effective team management in a multi-cultural environment.

Basic Computing (Self Paced Applied Computer Education)

Variable duration
Fees-free*
Hamilton City Campus, Ngāruwāhia, +2
Ongoing enrolments
Students in this programme will learn the basics of computing at their own pace, as an introduction to computer programmes or to improve existing skills. Students will have the assistance of a facilitator at tutored sessions.

Certificate in Computing (Level 3)

One semester
Level 3
Fees-free ($3,570)*
Hamilton City Campus, Online delivery
Feb 2023
Students in this programme will learn intermediate computing skills to prepare for work or further study. Students will learn skills in project management, web development, branding and design, as well as professional ethical practice, security risks, and common hardware and software problems.

Adult and Tertiary Teaching (Level 4)

One year
Level 4
Fees-free ($2,380)*
Various locations around New Zealand (please enquire)
Apr 2023
This programme is designed for those engaged in adult and tertiary teaching or training. Students will learn the foundation knowledge, skills and attributes required for starting out in an adult and tertiary teaching or training career.
The Waikato Trades Academy enables students to stay at secondary school and work towards a qualification from Wintec. Programmes are offered in trades, service sector, primary industry and social and community services.
If you are a migrant or refugee living in New Zealand, learning English at Wintec will make it easier to study and work. Many of our courses are ​free to New Zealand citizens and permanent residents and will enable you to continue studying other courses at Wintec.​​

Events

  • Ramp Gallery | He Tangata o Te Kohu (A Man of the Mist)

    A retrospective exhibition of the sculptural work of Donn Ratana (b. 1947) Ngāi Tūhoe/ Ngāti Haka [Patuheuheu]/ Tamakaimoana [Maungapōhatu]/ Ngāti Raka [Waimana]/ Ngāti Rongo [Ruātoki]. Curated by Leafa Wilson.

  • Thames Information Sessions |  Health and Wellbeing

    Become a support worker with our Certificate in Health and Wellbeing. Join us for an information session to find out how you can begin your study journey at our Thames Campus in Semester 1, 2023.

  • Career Choices Day

    Are you looking for a fresh start in 2023? Career Choices Day provides you with the opportunity to receive career advice and learn about our areas of study. Or have you already enrolled at Wintec for 2023? Come along to arrange your ID card, timetable, and find out where you need to be on your first day.

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