At least 69,146 students have graduated from Fiji National University’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programs between 2019 and 2024.
This total includes 60,641 graduates from formal programs and competency-based short courses, along with an additional 8,505 students who completed non-formal rural TVET programs.
FNU’s Pro-Vice-Chancellor of TVET, Dr. Isimeli Tagicakiverata, emphasized that FNU is the leading TVET institution in Fiji and the South Pacific, producing highly qualified, competent, and skilled graduates to meet local, regional, and international demands.
Dr. Tagicakiverata stated that their TVET programs go beyond education—they’re about empowerment.
He highlighted that the institution boasts exceptional graduate employability rates, exceeding 90% in critical sectors such as Hospitality and Tourism, Information Technology, Construction, and Automotive Engineering. These programs are designed to equip Fijians with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the modern workforce and contribute to the nation’s development.
He also noted that FNU graduates are in high demand both in Fiji and internationally.
Dr. Tagicakiverata predicts that FNU is on track to produce over 100,000 skilled workers by 2025 and 200,000 skilled workers by 2030.