How many universities in new zealand

There are eight universities in New Zealand:

  1. University of Auckland
  2. University of Waikato
  3. University of Canterbury
  4. University of Otago
  5. Victoria University of Wellington
  6. Massey University
  7. Lincoln University
  8. Auckland University of Technology (AUT)

Additionally, there are several polytechnics and institutes of technology and polytechnics (ITPs) that offer degree-level programs, including:

  1. Unitec Institute of Technology
  2. Manukau Institute of Technology
  3. Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
  4. Otago Polytechnic
  5. Southern Institute of Technology
  6. Tai Poutini Polytechnic
  7. Waikato Institute of Technology
  8. Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki

New Zealand also has several private universities and institutions, including:

  1. Unitec Institute of Technology (private)
  2. Southern Cross University (private)
  3. University of New Zealand (private)
  4. Open Polytechnic (private)

It's worth noting that the number of universities and polytechnics in New Zealand has changed over time, with some institutions merging or closing, and new ones being established.