Skilled trades people are highly sought after in New Zealand and Unitec offers a fast track to get you there. At Unitec you’ll work with some of the top equipment, learn in our latest purpose built building for trades and gain experience while you learn. So if you’re just starting out or already in an apprenticeship, we have the option to get you into your dream job. Come study a trade with us.

Automotive Engineering

Get ready for a career as a mechanic, automotive engineer or auto electrician with a hands-on course that includes lots of time in the workshop.

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Building and Carpentry

Enjoy working with your hands? Train as a carpenter or builder and make the most of the job opportunities in the construction industry.

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Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Life without electricity? It’s impossible to imagine. Today, electrical and electronic technology is everywhere - in telecommunications, security systems, and smart buildings. Find out what it can do with one...

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Fabrication and Welding

Fabrication and welding is essential to many industries. Train as a fabricator or welder at Unitec and you could open doors to working in almost any trade industry from construction,...

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Plumbing, Gasfitting and Drainlaying

Train as a plumber, gasfitter or drainlayer and make the most of the well-paid job opportunities in these industries.

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