Academic guidance
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Student LifeA place to learn.
A place to learn.
A community to grow in.
Student life at MTI is about more than the workshop: it is a chance to develop practical ability, personal responsibility and a spirit of service.
Campus & daily life
Learning happens through doing.
MTI is based in Nuku'alofa, Tongatapu. Students take part in vocational learning and the Institute’s wider programme of character formation.
The Institute’s student experience includes cadet activities described in its supplied draft content, including foot drill, leadership, navigation, survival and field camping. Contact MTI to confirm the current schedule and participation requirements.
Student accommodation
Bro. Joseph Kottoor Memorial Boys Hostel
The student dormitory was completed in 2018 through a Government of Japan Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots Human Security Projects (GGP) grant of USD $87,831. It was named for Bro. Joseph Kottoor, MTI’s first principal.
The Embassy of Japan reported that the hostel was intended to help increase opportunities for young people from the outer islands. Contact MTI to ask about current availability, eligibility, costs and arrangements.
Ask about accommodation →2018Project completedJapan GGP · USD $87,831Named in memory of Bro. Joseph Kottoor
Student support
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Each student’s needs and circumstances are different. Speak with the Institute about the current support available to learners and hostel residents.
Wellbeing & formation
Ask about pastoral support, personal development and student expectations.
Residential information
Confirm hostel places, conditions, costs and what students should bring.