College in Christchurch engaged in teacher training education, from Early Childhood, Primary and Secondary pre-service education through to Professional Development and Support Services for teachers; campuses in Christchurch, Timaru & Nelson

Oldest and most traditional university college in New Zealand; founded as part of Christ's College in 1850, it has evolved into an independent hall of residence at the University of Canterbury; has 152 students

Offers courses in teacher education, Maori education, Pasifika education, postgraduate studies, professional studies, special education & human services, social work, youth studies, bridging programmes, reading recovery etc

Vocational education & training institute with campuses in Invercargill, Gore & Christchurch; offers degree/diploma/certificate courses in a variety of subjects, ranging from accounting to wood turning

College in Tauranga; offers introductory courses, one-year foundation course, four-year professional course, two-year post-graduate course and animal homeopathy course; offers videotaped lectures

College in Christchurch; offers diploma & certificate courses in massage therapy, herbal medicine, aromatherapy, neuromuscular techniques, sports massage, clinical nutrition, healing & life studies, natural health studies etc

Christchurch-based language college for English; offers short term, part-time, English plus, academic courses; IELTS, general IELTS, high school, university, Cambridge certificate, Pitmans, TOEIC, TOEFL, business English preparation courses etc

Theological college in Auckland; comprises School of Applied Theology & Mission (provides courses equivalent to levels 5 to 7 on the NZQA framework) & the RJ Thompson Centre for Theological Studies (provides degree & PG degrees in theology)

Community colleges in Rangiora (Canterbury); offers national sports & equestrian training academy at selected colleges in Marlborough and North Canterbury, business administration, computing, hair dressing etc

College in Christchurch specialising in design and arts education; offers courses in fine arts, graphic design, makeup, photography, fashion, interior and architectural design