STUDY IN NEW ZEALAND
INTRODUCTION
Increasing number of international students seeking for quality education has been landing on New Zealand making it first choice. Universities and colleges from New Zealand have been offering students a one of its kind learning experience. One of the world’s beautiful countries has also been best for education and has been voted one of the most developed and safest environments in the world. And it has been emerging as the top most destinations for students all across the globe.
New Zealand is a developed country and ranks highly in international comparisons of national performance, such as health, education, economic freedom and quality of life. Since the 1980s, New Zealand has transformed from an agrarian, regulated economy to a market economy. New Zealand has a stable democratic government and after 9/11 is also considered safest developed nations with its clean, green, secure and friendly environment. Though the country is limited in population, it has exceptional infrastructure, opportunities and great natural beauty.
Since the beauty of New Zealand seems to be splendid many international students across the world makes New Zealand the host country for their study. The way of approaching the education is unique which grabs the attention of international students as well.
WHY NEW ZEALAND ?
- World Class Education
New Zealand had been providing World class education and Strong quality assurance systems to ensure high-quality education which enables you to achieve your goals.
2. Recognized Qualification
Provides the qualifications and skills to excel anywhere in the world in your chosen career. Since the quality of a New Zealand University education is very exceptional and are well recognized internationally, many graduates from New Zealand have achieved international recognition in their field.
3. Variety of Courses
New Zealand provides numbers of courses which 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.
4. Excellent Academics
New Zealand has been grabbing the first place in producing the top graduates who are taking their place with confidence in the international arena in many disciplines. The one who is willing to study abroad will find a wide range of options to consider New Zealand as their study destination.
5. Wide Range of Opportunities
Since New Zealand has huge reputation for providing the quality education with various facilities along with producing the top graduates who are taking their place with confidence in the international arena in many disciplines. Either one wish to work in New Zealand itself or some other country after graduation, one can easily get the job.
6. Affordable Tuition Fees
Since there are five types tertiary institutions: universities, colleges of education, polytechnics, specialist colleges, and wānanga owned by government of New Zealand resulting flexible education system with study options to suit every budget.
EDUCATION
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. 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.
New Zealand produces top graduates who can take their place with confidence in the international arena in many disciplines. Sir Ernest Rutherford, who first split the atom, and Dr Bryan Barrett-Boyes, prominent international heart surgeon, are but two examples of the calibre of New Zealand graduates. You will find a wide range of options when you consider New Zealand as a study destination.
Secondary Education
Students commence secondary education (Years 9 – 13) at approximately 13 years of age. They may choose to study at either a state or private school. There is a wide choice of subjects at 400 schools throughout the country. The school year, based on four terms, begins in early February and finishes in mid-December. Many international students complete the final year of secondary school (e.g. Year 12 & 13) in New Zealand before proceeding to tertiary study.
Tertiary Study Options
Universities
There are eight government-funded universities providing undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes. Some also offer foundation programmes. Whilst all offer a broad range of degree subjects, each university has its own specialized courses.
The quality of a New Zealand university education is well recognized internationally. Many New Zealand graduates have gone on to achieve international recognition in their field. Many of the international students from developing Asian nations, who have studied at New Zealand universities, have since served as senior administrators and also as cabinet ministers in their own countries.
Polytechnics and Institutes of Technology
A popular option is to study at one of the 25 government-funded polytechnics and institutes of technology. They offer a wide variety of programmes which can be both academically and vocationally focused. You may choose a short course teaching a specific skill, or choose from among a wide range of courses resulting in a certificate, a diploma or a degree.
Some institutions offer Year 1 of a degree programme, with the subsequent years being completed at a university.
Teacher Training
New Zealand is internationally recognized for its excellent education standards and as a provider of quality teachers. There are six government-funded specialist education institutions, two operating from within universities, and the others offering their programmes in collaboration with their local university.
They offer training for teachers to teach from early childhood to primary, secondary, special and tertiary (higher education) levels.
Private Tertiary and Training Establishments
There are a growing number of private tertiary and training providers offering an alternative study option. They offer a range of programmes including professional certificates, diplomas and degrees in a diverse range of subjects including art, hospitality industry, computer studies, secretarial studies, quality management, ecotourism and others.
English Language Training
The choices are endless. Private English Language schools offer a variety of courses for all ages including adventure, business and academic programmes. Adventure courses provide a balance of English language tuition and a stimulating activity of your choice. There are courses in English for business purposes and English to prepare you for academic study with TOEFL or IELTS testing.
Most tertiary institutions also provide English language preparation for further study or foundation courses.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
1. Passport or travel document:
Passports must be valid for 3 months beyond intended date of departure from New Zealand. Passports should be submitted in original along with the application. In cases where the original passport cannot be submitted, applicants can submit attested copy of the complete passport.
2. Offer letter from the College or University
3. Financial Documents:
3.1. Financial Undertaking Form/s (If more than one guarantor)
3.2. Affidavit/s of Support from Guarantors
3.3. Authorization letter/s from guarantors authorizing Immigration New Zealand to verify their financial documents on their behalf
3.4.The students should provide evidence of funds upfront for courses that encompass two academic years or less inclusive of living expenses (NZ$ 15,000 per annum). If the duration of course is longer than two academic years, students should provide a plan of payment to show that they have access to funds and have the ability to meet the rest of the course cost and living expenses.. They accept the following evidence of funds:
Education loan sanction letter from a nationalised or multinational bank only
Latest bank statements for the past 6 months. It should not be more than 1 week old at the time of lodgement of the application. Please ensure that statements and not balance certificates are provided.
Fixed Deposits. In case of providing fixed deposits as evidence of funds please ensure that a copy/counterfoil of the deposit along with a letter from the bank giving the details of the deposit is provided.
Public Provident Fund Accounts/Employers Provident Fund Accounts.
Post Office Accounts.
National Saving Certificates.
Please note that the telephone numbers along with the STD codes of the place/institution where the funds shown can be verified should be provided with the financial documents.
Applicants are required to provide documentary evidence of income and source of income of their parents, even if the cost of study is being sponsored by another person.