Study Abroad and Student Exchange
Experience New Zealand’s best while advancing your studies!
Discover a world of opportunity at NMIT’s Nelson and Marlborough campuses, located at the stunning top of New Zealand’s South Island. Here, you can continue your studies, gain valuable credits, and explore some of the world’s most beautiful landscapes, from coastal beaches to lush mountain trails—all just steps away from campus.
As a study abroad or exchange student at NMIT, you’ll have the chance to focus on subjects in your major while mixing in courses from other disciplines, depending on your schedule and prerequisites. This flexible approach allows you to tailor your studies and make the most of your time in New Zealand.
Dive into an unforgettable experience where world-class academics meet adventure and exploration. With NMIT as your base, New Zealand becomes your classroom—are you ready to start your journey?
Get the credit you deserve
Most of our courses are worth 15 NMIT Credits (7.5 ECTS/3.75 US Semester Credits).
Choosing a full year of study would equate to between 90 and 120 credits.
At NMIT most of our Bachelor's Degrees are completed in 3 years. Level 5 is a degree's first year, and students graduate after completing level 7.
Take a virtual tour of the Nelson Campus
Why wait to check out Nelson Campus? Take a virtual tour and experience our campus like never before! With this stunning drone footage, you'll be able to explore our modern facilities, get a sneak peek into campus life, and enjoy panoramic views of the beautiful surrounding Nelson city. This immersive experience is the next best thing to being here, giving you a front-row seat to where your journey begins. Discover the environment that fosters innovation and creativity.
Student experiences
Hear from our students about what makes this place special.
"NMIT was much smaller than my university in Norway, however it made it a lot easier to connect with people; that goes for both domestic and international students. I also found it very easy to be social in Nelson thanks to SANITI and external organizations which there were a lot of.
Finally, I will say that I think Nelson is a great environment to be in as an exchange student. It has a lot of people, but it is not overwhelmingly big, and everyone there seems unusually positive.
The New Zealand nature was extremely beautiful and unlike anything I have ever seen. Just that alone is enough to make me want to go back."
— Josef Burkan, Norway
"Study abroad is a great opportunity for everyone to become independent, get to know new cultures and countries, and see different types of learning around the world with new career ideas. I would like to thank NMIT and everyone who made my semester here simple, uncomplicated, and eventful."
— Markus Ottersbach, Germany
Markus is shown here visiting a local winery on the beautiful Nelson coast with Thierry from Luxembourg and Callie from the USA.
NMIT Football Team
The NMIT football team is a fantastic way to make friends from New Zealand and around the world. This year we have players from New Zealand, North America, South America, Asia, and Europe. The team competes in the third division of Nelson’s league, enjoying both the matches and social events throughout the week. Study Abroad at NMIT and join the team!
Student Stories
In this video, Tamara Arellano Mora from the United States and Martin Venaas from Norway share their experiences studying at NMIT.
Meet the Jørgens
Three Norwegians. All from the same university, all studying information technology at NMIT, and all named "Jørgen". The trio spent an adventure-filled semester in the Nelson Tasman region and loved it.
