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Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is a leading tertiary and vocational education provider in New Zealand, offering applied and quality‑assured education accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). The institute was established in 2016 through the merger of Waiariki Institute of Technology and Bay of Plenty Polytechnic to create a comprehensive educational institution serving the Bay of Plenty and South Waikato regions. Toi Ohomai is one of the largest educational providers in the country, hosting over 14,000 students from both domestic and international backgrounds, and offering more than 150 programmes ranging from certificates and diplomas to bachelor’s and postgraduate programmes across disciplines such as business, engineering, IT, hospitality and tourism, health, agriculture, creative arts, and early childhood education. The institute’s core mission is to prepare graduates to be work‑ready by providing practical and industry‑linked training, hands‑on learning, projects, and collaborations with local industries and employers. Toi Ohomai has achieved a Category 1 rating from NZQA — the highest possible ranking for vocational education providers in New Zealand — reflecting excellence in educational quality, resources, and academic management. International student support services include academic assistance, cultural orientation, accommodation guidance, and social activities to help students settle quickly into the academic and local community. Toi Ohomai’s multiple campuses — located in Rotorua, Tauranga, Taupō, Tokoroa, Whakatāne and other delivery sites across the Bay of Plenty and South Waikato — ensure accessibility and diverse learning environments. These campuses feature modern facilities such as technology labs, hospitality kitchens, engineering workshops, and IT suites, giving students real practical experience alongside academic study. Toi Ohomai is a strong choice for students aiming for practical education with direct pathways to employment after graduation or further study at universities in New Zealand and overseas.