Ara Institute Of Canterbury Programs

Whatever stage of your career or studies you’re at – from absolute beginner to seasoned professional – we have courses and qualifications that can really take you places. Explore all the options here: you could find exactly what you’re looking for or discover something completely unexpected.



  • Animal and Laboratory Science
  • Architecture and Construction Management
  • Art and Design
  • Business
  • Engineering
  • English
  • Food, Hospitality and Tourism
  • Hairdressing, Barbering and Beauty Therapy
  • ICT
  • Language and Education
  • Māori and Pacific
  • Music Arts
  • Music Theatre (NASDA)
  • New Zealand Broadcasting School
  • Nursing, Midwifery and Medical Imaging
  • Social Work and Human Services
  • Sport Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion
  • Sustainability and Outdoor Education
  • Trades
  • Transport and Logistics