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Future Skills Academy is a leading education and training provider based in Auckland. Programmes at our Manukau campus help school leavers and people who want to further their education get ready for the next step! From Armed Forces Preparation to Carpentry programmes for youth to highly sought after National Diplomas in Construction Management and Quantity Surveying we offer a range of programmes

to choose from. We also offer NZ Diploma in Building Surveying (Level 6), the only qualification offered in New Zealand for a career in building control, inspections and surveying.

Eleven Bachelor of IT and Master of AI Integrated Solutions students attended the NZ IT & AI Job Forum on Sunday. The of...
10/08/2026

Eleven Bachelor of IT and Master of AI Integrated Solutions students attended the NZ IT & AI Job Forum on Sunday.

The off-site field trip was a collaboration between the Auckland International Campus Information Technology and Employability departments.

This event brought together job seekers, students, career changers, migrants, recruiters, and professionals to share practical career advice, real hiring insights, and pathways into IT, data, cloud, cybersecurity, and AI-related roles.

Our Employability Specialist accompanied students to the event where they had opportunities to hear insights, network, and participate in an AI Hackathon.

Students noted that they "really enjoyed learning, connecting and hearing different perspectives from industry", "diving deep into industry trends" and gaining a "better understanding of the evolving IT and AI job market in New Zealand".

Auckland International Campus Information Technology students have developed an AI-powered tool to help Deaf people bett...
10/08/2026

Auckland International Campus Information Technology students have developed an AI-powered tool to help Deaf people better understand everyday documents, earning third place at the Aotearoa AI Hackathon 2026.

The Hackathon was organised by Unitec in partnership with Seen Ventures and held from Thursday 6 August to Saturday 8 August.

Five of the AIC students who took part were Bachelor of Information Technology students and one was from our new Master of AI Integrated IT Solutions.

The students participated in the event as part of a multidisciplinary team of ten students. The team was awarded third place and also received an honourable mention for their innovative solution.

Read more: https://www.futureskills.co.nz/about/news-events/item/489

Congratulations to the Auckland International Campus students who were recognised at today’s Excellent Scholars Award Ce...
10/08/2026

Congratulations to the Auckland International Campus students who were recognised at today’s Excellent Scholars Award Ceremony.

Excellent Scholars Awards are awarded to students who achieved the highest overall result across their courses in the previous study block.

Te Kaihapai Sean Bell addressed the students, their guests, and lecturers, saying they had demonstrated an approach to learning and work that would bring them success in the future.

Our Excellent Scholars were Jiao Xin, Chathuni Noyali Wahalathantri, Murtaza Yusuf Saifee, Sumire Kobayashi, Sandeep Dattatray Warpe, Joshua Marie Dela Vega, Sean Elijah Chavez, Hana Yanita, and Arun.

Our Special Awards recipients were Preetkamal Kaur, Jaspreet Singh, Murtaza Yusuf Saifee, and Ruvangi Hiranya Wijekulasuriya.

This week, 82 students attended an off-site event with Auckland International Campus Employability and Barfoot & Thompso...
30/07/2026

This week, 82 students attended an off-site event with Auckland International Campus Employability and Barfoot & Thompson to gain insights into property management as a career.

Students were warmly welcomed to Barfoot & Thompson's Auckland CBD auction rooms with drinks, nibbles, and networking. They heard from the General Manager and two property managers, who shared their career journeys and spoke about the Barfoot & Thompson Property Management Cadet Programme.

The event gave students the opportunity to hear directly from industry professionals about careers in property management. It also highlighted the types of skills and capabilities important for success in the field.

We thank Barfoot & Thompson for sharing their industry knowledge, insights, and experiences. These conversations are valuable for students as they explore career pathways and learn more about different sectors.

Principal Lecturer Lorraine Skelton is once again helping support women working in New Zealand's technology sector as a ...
28/07/2026

Principal Lecturer Lorraine Skelton is once again helping support women working in New Zealand's technology sector as a facilitator in the Women in Tech NZ Mentoring Circles programme.

The mentoring circles bring together experienced technology leaders and women at different stages of their careers for monthly meetings in Auckland. The programme is about making a welcoming, trusted space for shared reflection, peer support, and learning from each other.

Read more: https://www.futureskills.co.nz/about/news-events/item/486

Master of Applied Management graduate Harshal Nagda arrived at our Auckland International Campus with extensive corporat...
21/07/2026

Master of Applied Management graduate Harshal Nagda arrived at our Auckland International Campus with extensive corporate experience already behind him.

After completing a Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Mumbai, he built a successful 15-year career in financial services, progressing to Assistant Vice President at a global organisation. His experience included team leadership, mentoring, process improvement, governance, compliance, stakeholder management, audit coordination, business continuity planning, and project management.

“Having already worked in corporate leadership roles, I sought an academic experience that went beyond theory and encouraged real-world application, collaboration, and problem-solving,” he says.

Read all about his journey here: https://www.futureskills.co.nz/about/news-events/item/485

Recent Master of Applied Management graduate Cinderella Orias says choosing to study at our Auckland International Campu...
19/07/2026

Recent Master of Applied Management graduate Cinderella Orias says choosing to study at our Auckland International Campus has been one of the best decisions she’s made.

“It challenged me academically, helped me grow personally, expanded my professional network, and opened doors to new career opportunities in New Zealand," she says.

Read all about her journey here: https://www.futureskills.co.nz/students/success-stories/story/89

A warm welcome to all students beginning their studies at our Auckland International Campus this study block. Students f...
16/07/2026

A warm welcome to all students beginning their studies at our Auckland International Campus this study block. Students from 18 countries have begun their studies with a programme of Orientation activities designed to introduce them to campus life, academic expectations, and the support available throughout their studies.

Read more: https://www.futureskills.co.nz/about/news-events/item/483

What is Matariki, and why does it matter for students in Aotearoa New Zealand?In this special What’s Up AIC episode, we ...
16/07/2026

What is Matariki, and why does it matter for students in Aotearoa New Zealand?

In this special What’s Up AIC episode, we sit down with Matt Rua, Māori Advisor on campus, to learn about Matariki - the Māori New Year.

Matt explains Matariki for those who are new to New Zealand. We explore how Matariki connects to the stars, the moon, the seasons, remembrance, reflection, gratitude, whānau, and hopes for the future.

We also talk about Māori welcome practices such as pōwhiri and mihi whakatau, why students experience them during Orientation and Graduation, and how international students can respectfully bring their own cultures, values, and faiths into the kōrero.

This episode also covers AIC campus values, as well as why Māori values and te ao Māori perspectives matter in student learning and assignments here in Aotearoa.

Whether you are brand new to New Zealand or simply curious to learn more, this episode is a warm introduction to Matariki, Māori values, and belonging at AIC.

🎥YouTube: https://youtu.be/AycRXI_09EU?si=R8GWgv0uUuoLcLGJ
🎧Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6FwdhNCKaKOfJGOIIunCf4?si=V8oRS98XQ3WRG3WyG9ORnA

Mānawatia a Matariki 🌌 As the Matariki star cluster rises this weekend, it's a time to pause, remember those we've lost,...
09/07/2026

Mānawatia a Matariki 🌌

As the Matariki star cluster rises this weekend, it's a time to pause, remember those we've lost, celebrate the people around us, and look ahead to the year to come.

From all of us at Future Skills, we wish our students, FS whānau, and community a safe, restful long weekend. Mānawatia a Matariki.

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