“I want to become a qualified teacher, to have more knowledge to support children in early childhood.

The support from the teachers and my centre teachers to actively help me with this course, and help with assignments, has been the best part of my student journey at MIT. I feel like I have a lot of support, and without them, I couldn't reach where I am right now.

I'm originally from China, a lot of students studying are from different cultures and backgrounds. MIT accepts everyone and they give everyone equal education, and I think that’s unique.”

Lu Lu
MIT early childhood education student

"The small classes helped in getting more one-on-one time with the lecturers and the supportive family environment really stood out for me.

The practical nature of the learning at MIT and the lecturers who could use their personal industry experience as examples definitely helped cement my choice.

The qualifications I received from MIT have helped me get to where I am today.”

Eli Elisara Saina Tagi
MIT business graduate

"There are so many success stories from MIT - I knew right away this was the place to start my future.

As a female, studying in a male-dominated sector was a little intimidating at first, but the support of the people around me, including the lecturers, gave me the confidence to believe in myself.

My advice to anyone considering MIT would be to not let anything stand in the way of pursuing your dreams."

Sam Khiev
MIT digital technologies graduate

“Fitting in study was quite challenging for me in the beginning, but the support from the lecturers and my classmates have made it a lot easier.

The thing that I've enjoyed the most about my journey with MIT is the relationships. I'm one of the oldest in my class, but that hasn't made any difference, everyone has been really supportive and encouraging, including the lecturers."

Cindy Biddle
MIT early childhood education student

"My passion is to invent something that will be useful to people. I like problem-solving. I like the logic and skills that are taught – so I chose to study mechanical engineering at MIT.

The lecturers at MIT were very helpful, whenever I have an issue I could approach them, and they were always ready to help me.

The things that I learnt in class will help me in the future. Being a mechanical engineer, I need to learn the practice and theory. I would encourage anyone to consider studying at MIT."

Ashutosh Jaisankar
MIT engineering graduate

"I feel encouraged by the lecturers which has given me the confidence I didn’t have at the beginning. The people here make me feel comfortable and I feel like I am at home, as I came to New Zealand five years ago.

MIT is a very cultural place with lots of different cultural backgrounds. I personally like cultural things very much and when I see MIT promoting a lot about it, I feel very connected to New Zealand's culture."

Fiona Yuan
MIT hairdressing student

"I quickly learnt how accessible the lectures were and the support provided gave me the boost to want to perform well. I dropped out of study years back because there was no support. It was a demoting, especially when students take a huge debt.

MIT operates at a very high standard where student wellbeing is a primary concern – lecturers remember your name and ensure everyone is up to speed. The lecturers are the main attraction to this institute. They come with solid backgrounds and experience in their field of study and will not fail or give up on a student that easily. They teach you what you need to succeed, lessons are based on reality, and they care about their students and their performance."

Natasha Simadri
MIT logistics graduate

"My learning at MIT is absolutely fantastic, it’s giving me tools to go out and find the job. In my student journey, I’ve enjoyed everything, assessment after assessment.

I enjoy being together with other students, also the learning support centre helps us so much, especially when it comes to assessments. I get help and any kind of support that I need from MIT."

Ana Tovo Mafilao
MIT social work student

“I have a passion for working with children. I have worked with children for a while and I thought getting qualified would give me more knowledge and techniques to do better in my job.

MIT is very hands-on, so when you finish here there's not much change or difference when you go into the workplace. You just fit in because you've already gained the knowledge and what is happening in the field because of what you've already done in the classroom. I just blend in with all the other qualified teachers, because that's what MIT has equipped me with. You will never be supported as much as this place."

Alisi Latu
MIT early childhood education student

"My time at MIT was really great and our lecturers were always supportive. They always helped by going the extra mile to give me answers to my questions – even if it was during their break-times or home-time – staff and lecturers were always happy to help.

I thank MIT for giving me both the knowledge and a qualification which helped me step into the industry with so much confidence.

Five stars to MIT and highly recommended."

Aarti Dave
MIT logistics graduate