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Get hands-on training in agriculture, horticulture, and rural management on Telford’s 921-hectare working farm near Balclutha — now offering Zero Fees for eligible students.

Since 1964, Telford has been preparing students for rewarding careers in agriculture. Study on a real commercial farm with livestock, cropping, and forestry units, guided by expert tutors and industry-connected farm managers. Live, learn, and work in an authentic rural environment that mirrors real New Zealand farming.

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A Living Classroom for Rural Education

Telford is part of New Zealand’s farming history and a vital part of SIT’s mission to deliver applied, practical education. Located on 921 hectares of farmland just outside Balclutha, Telford combines classroom learning with real-life work experience on commercial sheep, beef, dairy, deer, and forestry farms.

Extensive Working Farmland

921 hectares of practical learning across multiple farm units.

Students working with livestock and machinery

Practical Hands-On Training

Direct experience with livestock, machinery, and cropping systems.

Workshop for machinery, carpentry, welding

Technical Workshops

Develop skills in machinery operation, carpentry, and welding.

On-Site Student Dog Kennels

Over 30 kennels supporting essential sheep and cattle work.

Commercial Work Experience

Weekly placements with leading farms to build your industry network.

Supportive Learning Environment

Small class sizes with dedicated, expert tutors.

Study Agriculture Without the Financial Stress

The Zero Fees Scheme is returning to Telford — meaning eligible students can study tuition-free while gaining industry-ready agricultural skills.

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New Zealand citizens and permanent residents
Australian citizens residing in New Zealand
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Agricultural and Primary Industry Programmes at Telford

Telford offers a range of qualifications from certificates to diplomas, designed to equip students with practical, industry-ready skills. Study full-time on campus or gain experience through hybrid and distance learning options.

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Live and Learn the Rural Way

The Telford campus offers a true rural lifestyle with a friendly, close-knit student community. Accommodation is available on-site in comfortable halls of residence. Choose from single rooms with ensuite or shared bathroom options, with 5- or 7-day stays available.

Facilities Include:

Fully operational farm units: sheep and beef, dairy, deer, forestry.
Technical workshops for machinery, welding, and carpentry.
Classrooms, computer labs, and student lounges.
On-site accommodation and student dining.
Supportive staff and 24/7 campus support services.

Hear from Telford Students

Hannah

Certificate in Agriculture

“Telford is more than a campus — it’s a community. I learned practical farming skills and made friends for life.”

James

Diploma in Agriculture

“The tutors really care about helping you succeed. Every week we got to work on real farms and apply what we learned.”

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498 Owaka Highway,
Balclutha,
Otago 9271,
New Zealand

Tel +64 3 419 0300
Freephone in NZ: 0800 TELFORD
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