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MAST Campus Training

Whether you’re beginning your journey or looking to change careers, our hands-on training programmes provide a practical pathway into the marine and composites industries. Our 12-week A Taste of Marine Trades course and the six-month Pre-Trade Training programme, are both designed to give you practical skills and industry connections to launch your career. 


The six-month Pre-Trade programme includes:

  • Boatbuilding – Use timber, alloy and other materials while learning the tools and techniques used to build boats. Gain experience in cutting, shaping, and assembling components for both traditional and modern boatbuilding methods.

  • Composite Technologies – Learn to prepare materials, blend resins and apply techniques used in the composite industries. Understand how these materials are used in marine and industrial applications, ensuring quality and durability in every project.

  • Marine Systems – Gain insight into how engine components are assembled, tested, and maintained. Learn the processes behind system diagnostics, troubleshooting and routine maintenance. 


Our 12-week Taste of Marine Trades combines practical, workshop-based training with online theory to give you real-world experience – all in small classes with plenty of one-on-one support.


Throughout the course, you will be introduced to potential employers, giving you the chance to gain further experience, build networks and understand industry expectations.


By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills, hands-on experience and confidence to launch your career and pursue apprenticeship opportunities in the marine or composite trades.


For more information email: careers@mastacademy.com

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

You must be legally eligible to study in New Zealand (residents and citizens only). Applicants must be at least 16 years old. English language proficiency requirements apply.

COURSE FEES

Six-month Pre-Trade programme: $2,750.00 (incl. GST)

12-week A taste of Marine Trades: $1,375.00 (incl. GST)

SECTOR

Marine, Composites

LEVEL

3

CREDITS

38-64

COURSE DATES

12-week Pre-Trade Course

Starts: 21 September 2026


Six-month Pre-Trade Programme

Starts: 9 February 2027



LOCATION:

MAST Campus Building 7, 5 Topere Way, Westgate, Waitakere City, Auckland



STUDY TYPE:

A mix of practical, workshop-based training and online theory delivered through the MAST Learning Portal



CONTACT:

Get in touch via the ‘Enquire Now’ button or email the MAST Career Pathways team at careers@mastacademy.com



CAREER OPTIONS:

Pathways to apprenticeships in the marine (boatbuilding and marine systems engineering) and composites trades

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