Bill de Beer: a maritime man of mana. RIP
He left his mark on the maritime industry and NMIT: the passing of Bill de Beer.
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Love of history steers student to maritime study
Garth McIntyre has achieved many things during his lifetime. His life experiences led him to study NMIT’s Maritime Operations SRL programme as he prepares to embark on the next stage of his life journey.
NMIT signs ‘She of the Sea’ pledge to support diversity in the yachting industry
NMIT has committed to creating a diverse and inclusive yachting industry by signing the international ‘She of the Sea’ pledge.
NMIT and Waka Abel Tasman: Where education, community & culture meet
What if you could trade a classroom or lecture theatre for one of the most beautiful coastlines in New Zealand?
NMIT maritime award honours late skipper
The legacy of a well-loved and respected fisherman lives on in an award for NMIT maritime students who exemplify the qualities of a good ship’s mate.
NMIT graduate showcases Marlborough by sea
Matty Pigou is a qualified skipper working for Marlborough Tour Company. He weaves his interest in local history with his passion for the ocean to create memorable experiences for tourists.
Love your learning at NMIT
Studying at NMIT can be fun while you learn new skills
Get ready for summer
Gain skills for work in the maritime tourism industry to help you land a job on the water.
Immerse yourself in your maritime education
Our maritime students get hands-on experience in our Kongsberg Bridge and Engine Simulation Systems.
STCW made easy
A guide to STCW Basic, Advanced and Refresher Training available at NMIT.
Why Study Marine Engineering at NMIT?
Marine Engineering jobs are in hot demand. Skills are transferable. There is greater balance between offshore and onshore time. International employers love NZ trained engineers, and it’s never been easier to get the right training.
Your guide to learning and study over age 30
Are you heading back into the workforce? Perhaps you want to make a total career change? Wonder if you can wrangle study with other commitments like childcare or part time work? Step into study with this useful guide.
Glamour yacht dream job for graduate
A few weeks after completing a course at NMIT Troy Campbell is about to head off to the south of France to become a crewman aboard a 49 metre (160 ft.) motor yacht.
Big data wants to KIS you
Ever wondered how many graduates in your industry are on a benefit instead of in employment? If you had this information, would you still want a career in that field? With this KIS, your power as a decision maker just got real...
Top reasons to study at NMIT
In a bind about where to study? Settle petal, with this list your problem is solved.
What the TRoQ? Why new is good
You may have noticed our programme names are changing. Here's why...
Survive your first career expo like a LARPer
Come out wiser, stronger and with a greater sense of purpose.
Your guide for getting an internship
Do you need a work placement to graduate with NMIT? Don’t know where to begin? From who to approach to preparing your introduction to the interview process, this 10-step guide will help.
Tourism and Travel students survey visitors to Nelson Airport
The goal was 1000 surveys. For some, alarms sounded at 5.30 am. Brutal, right? If you're thinking about study but don’t want to be stuck inside the classroom then take a look at this recent experience a committed group of NMIT students had in collaboration with Nelson Airport.
The top five skills you need to thrive in the Superyacht industry
Have you got what it takes to succeed in the Superyacht industry? In this blog post, NMIT tutor Stuart Whitehouse discusses the skills you will need to impress any captain - from operating a power boat to navigation and more.
Skipper 19 passengers at sea with new SRL course
How much more could you do with 7 additional passengers on board?
Blessing of the Nelson Fleet 2016
The Blessing of the Fleet memorial service blesses Nelson's fishing fleet and recreational boaties, and is held in the lead up to the hoki season. This year NMIT took part in the blessing with several boats on the water, and a search and rescue demonstration with life raft and smoke flares.
Part of the Skipper Restricted Limits Certificate now taught online
Because modern learners are demanding greater flexibility in how they study, many components of the Skipper Restricted Limits Certificate of Competency can now be taught online.
Pacific Island fisheries ministerial visit
Ministers from at least a dozen nations spent the day in Nelson and visited NMIT's Maritime and Aquaculture facilities.
