Why Study in New Zealand?

The quality of education in New Zealand is accepted as world-class. New Zealand accepts foreign students at all levels of learning and there is a wide variety of subjects to choose from. The cities are quiet, clean and beautiful and are ideal for studying in. New Zealanders speak English. The cost of living and education is not high when you compare it to other places with the same standard of education. The country is stable and safe. It is a country of natural beauty, with a comfortable temperature throughout the year.

GEOGRAPHY

New Zealand is a South Pacific country located midway between the Equator and the South Pole, and approximately 1600 kilometers east of Australia. The country consists of two main islands, the North and South Islands, which are together similar in size to Japan or Britain. New Zealand’s climate is oceanic, without extremes of hot or cold. Most parts of the country enjoy ample sunshine and rainfall, although the weather is changeable. There are over 4 million New Zealanders of all races, but predominantly of European and Polynesian origin. The Maori population is around 13% of the total. 75% of all New Zealanders live in the North Island. English is the common language of business and everyday usage, but Maori is an official language recognized in the courts and of increasing significance nationally.

Politics

New Zealand is an independent parliamentary democracy within the British Commonwealth. The formal head of state is Queen Elizabeth II, who is represented by a New Zealander as Governor- General. The capital city and seat of government is Wellington.

Economics

New Zealand has a worldwide reputation for agricultural products. Meat and wool are produced from 53 million sheep, and meat and dairy products from more than 8 million cattle. Almost half of New Zealand’s export earnings are derived from farming. Other major exports are timber and timber products, fish and horticultural produce. Tourism and education have increased dramatically in significance over the past decade and are now major earners for New Zealand. Other growth areas include the application of new technology, particularly information technology, genetics and biochemistry, biomedical science, industrial chemistry and areas of high tech physics. The New Zealand dollar is stable and has a very favorable exchange rate with most countries.

Leisure

New Zealand is often considered an adventure playground and mountain biking, surfboarding, bungee jumping, snowboarding, skiing and hiking are popular ways to enjoy the great outdoors. Common sports include rugby, netball, cricket, squash, sailing and soccer. New Zealand maintains a high professional standard in a number of sports notably Sailing (The America’s Cup holders) and rugby (The All Blacks). New Zealand, well known for its natural beauty and for being the stunning location for many big budget films (e.g. The Lord of the Rings), offers an incredibly diverse environment. New Zealand offers geographical diversity with the volcanic plateau in the middle of the North Island to the coastal beauty of the lower North Island, the golden sands of the top of the South Island and the
breath-taking mountains of the Southern Alps then the rugged country and fiords of the far south.New Zealand offers a temperate climate all year round but the many mountains offer skiing and snow- boarding in the winter and in the summer it is possible, in the same day, to surf in the morning and visit a glacier in the afternoon.

PHD Students

International students pay domestic fee for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) study. The children of all international PhD students can attend school without paying international student fees.

Education in New Zealand

 New Zealand bases its education programmes and degrees on the world's most recognised and accredited education system-the British system.
 New Zealand has an international reputation as a provider of quality education.
 It has a progressive education system with many state of the art facilities.
 It offers a safe learning environment with excellent study opportunities and support services for international students.
 New Zealanders are famed for their friendliness, hospitality and warmth to overseas visitors, and enjoy meeting folk from other cultures.

 Courses are available for academic, professional and vocational studies at New Zealand institutions – universities, polytechnics and institutes of technology, colleges of education, secondary schools and private training establishments.
 The cost of studying in New Zealand is also much cheaper than the USA, Australia, UK, or Canada.
 The quality assurance practices that the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) has in place gives both local and international students confidence when it comes to choosing a course of study in New Zealand.
 Combining the benefits of a developed country with the charm of a quiet and peaceful countryside, New Zealand offers some distinct advantages over other countries as a destination for education.
 New Zealand is the ultimate outdoor adventure playground, from offering every kind of thrill and adventure to pure hedonistic relaxation and pleasure.

New Zealand is the home of some of the world’s top research facilities and academic institutions. Imagine learning in supportive academic environments where professors are approachable and classrooms reflect the cultural diversity of land.
Imagine entering the workforce with qualifications that are recognized and respected the world over. This is what it means to study in New Zealand!
Start your Education in New Zealand with valuable information on everything you need to know about studying abroad in New Zealand, from study permits and temporary resident visas and how much it costs, to finding a program and what student life in New Zealand is really all about!

Requirements To Study In New Zealand

To enter university and polytechnic programmes, international students must demonstrate that they are both academically qualified and sufficiently proficient in English to cope with the demands of their proposed course of study. Each institution has specific English language entry requirements, such as
suitable scores in the IELTS or TOEFL examinations. Information about academic and language requirements is available from the individual institutions.

Living In New Zealand
New Zealand is a beautiful country situated in the southern part of the Pacific Ocean. It is made up of two main islands, and is roughly the size of Japan, California or Great Britain. Our cities, scenery and cultures are vibrant and diverse. New Zealand has a multi-cultural population of 4 million and is home

to people from the Pacific Islands, various parts of Asia, India, Africa, the Middle East and Europe. Indigenous Maori make up around 14 percent of the population.
Most major religions are represented in New Zealand and Human Rights Legislation guarantees freedom from discrimination on the basis of religion, which is seen as a matter of personal choice. Major cities have churches, temples, mosques, synagogues and other centres of worship for most
religions. Homestay families and student hostels can ensure that religious dietary requirements are
respected.

Climate
New Zealand is in the southern hemisphere, so January and February are the warmest months, autumn is from March to May, winter from June to August, and spring from September to November. The climate is temperate with relatively mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. It’s not sub-tropical,
except in the far north. The weather varies a lot between different geographical regions.
For a satellite map picture of New Zealand and its weather visit the following website :
home.nzcity.co.nz/weather
Employment – Availability, Entitlement During 2005, new immigration regulations relating to a student’s ability to work whilst studying, and to post study work opportunities, were introduced. These student policy changes came into effect on 4
July 2005.
 Eligible students may apply to work up to 20 hours in any given week, rather than the previous restriction of 15 hours per week.
 International students undertaking a course of 12 months or more may apply to work full-time over the summer holidays.
 Students in years 12 and 13, and eligible English language students may apply to work up to 20 hours in any given week.
 Students graduating from a two-three year diploma, degree or post graduate qualification, will be eligible for a six-month Graduate Job Search Work Permit. This allows them to search a job relevant to their qualification. Once they have received a job offer the six month work permit will be extended to the length of their job off.

COURSES IN NEW ZEALAND
Diploma courses in NZ
Where thousands of International students are choosing to study. The Polytechnics of New Zealand provide a wide range of quality educational programmes, state-of the-art. facilities, a safe learning environment and a lifestyle that makes studying a fun.

Courses available for International Students
English
 Certificate for English for further Study-Level 4 Business

 Certificate in Business Fundamentals-Level 4
 NZ Diploma in Business-Level 5

Information Technology
 Diploma in Business Computing -Level 5
 Diploma of Applied Information Systems -Level 5

Hospitality
 Certificate in Hospitality & Catering-Level 3
 Certificate in Culinary Arts-Level 4

Trades
 Certificate for Entry to Automotive Trades-Level 3
 Certificate for Entry to Motor Body Trade-Level 3

Welding; Engineering
 Certificate in Steel Fabrication & Welding- Level 3
 Certificate in Machining Technology-Level 3

Forestry
 Certificate in Forestry Skills- Level 3Sports Fitness & Recreation
 Diploma in Sport and Fitness Management Carpentry & Furniture
 Diploma in Furniture Designing/Making- Level 5

 

Admission Requirements
 New Zealand Year 12 (or recognised equivalent) or relevant work experience.
 IELTS of 5.5 to 6.0 (or recognised equivalents). Course Duration
 1 to 2 years
 Commencing February and July

Course fee
 Advanced Diploma $NZD form 13000 p.a. to 15000 p.a. This guide is intended as a general guide only and the information it contains may change. 

Degree courses in NZ
New Zealand provide a wide range of quality educational programmes, state-of the-art. facilities, a safe learning environment and a lifestyle that makes studying a fun.

English
 Certificate for English for further Study-Level 4

Information Technology
 Bachelor of Information Technology
 Bachelor of Applied Information Systems Computer Graphic Design
 Bachelor of Computer Graphic Design

Fine Arts
 Bachelor of Fine Arts Fashion
 Bachelor of Fashion Health, Science; Caring
 Bachelor of Nursing
 Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Imaging Technology)

Sports Fitness; Recreation
 Bachelor of Human Performance Admission Requirements
 New Zealand Year 12 (or recognised equivalent) or relevant work experience.
 IELTS of 6.0

Course Duration
 3 years Minimum
 Commencing February and July
Course fee
 Bachelor Degree $NZD 14000 p.a. to 16800 p.a.