The Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT)- Te Pūkenga is a public tertiary education institution. It is part of Te Pūkenga, New Zealand’s national network of vocational education and training providers, which was established to unify polytechnics and industry training organizations under a public framework.
As a public entity, WITT receives government funding and adheres to national education standards. It offers accredited programs focused on vocational training and applied learning, serving the Taranaki region and beyond. Public status ensures its qualifications are widely recognized and aligned with industry needs.
