The Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics of New Zealand (formerly the Association of Polytechnics in NZ) is the collective voice that represents 19 institutes of technology and polytechnics around the country.

Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs) deliver technical, vocational and professional education which is student focussed and concentrates on practical learning. An ITP education is relevant, innovative and employment focussed.

The http://www.itpnz.ac.nz/ offers information for students on where to find ITP's; international students and awards and scholarships.