About Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand, established in 1946, stands as the country's leading distance education institution. Headquartered in Lower Hutt, Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand, it operates as a unique blend of a polytechnic and a university, playing a pivotal role in providing flexible and accessible education through its innovative online learning platform.
As a distance learning institution, teaching is delivered through online resources, allowing students to access textbooks and study materials digitally or via email. The institute caters to a diverse range of learners nationally and beyond, serving more than 40,000 students every year.
The Open Polytechnic offers qualification levels including:
- Undergraduate programmes
- Diploma level programmes
- Certificate programmes
Programs span a wide array of disciplines, including business, technology, humanities, social sciences, and more.
Courses and fees
Tuition as published by the source, converted to rupees. Per year unless the course page says otherwise.
Bachelor's (4)
| Course | Duration | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| B.E Technology (Electrical and Electronic Engineering) | — | ₹67K |
| B.E Technology (Mechanical Engineering) | — | ₹67K |
| Bachelor of Applied Science | — | ₹2.04 L |
| Bachelor of Business (Management) | — | ₹2.12 L |
Diploma & Certificate (3)
| Course | Duration | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate in Mathematics | — | ₹66K |
| Graduate Diploma in Business | — | ₹6.36 L |
| National Certificate in Pharmacy (Technician)- Community and Hospital Strands | — | ₹1.96 L |
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