New Zealand

Study Destinations - New Zealand

About NZ

New Zealand is located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, just south of Australia. New Zealand is located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, just south of Australia. New Zealand is actually a number of smaller islands, with two main islands (the North Island, also called Te Ika-a-Māui by the natives, and the South Island, also called Te Waipounamu) that comprise most of the land area of the country. The country of New Zealand has a varied topography as well. From the high mountains and volcanoes, to the beaches and forests, these islands offer a number of amazing and beautiful views that you can’t find anywhere else in the world. There are areas of fertile farmland in the northern areas of the country, and some of the southern areas even have glaciers. On the South Island alone, you will find that there are beautiful beaches on the south side, but as you move further north the beaches become more rocky and jagged. There are very few places in the world that you can find so many different types of biospheres in such a small space.

Why NZ

The reason that many people enjoy going to New Zealand is because of its biodiversity. New Zealand, although it is the same size as Japan or Great Britain, but there are a lot of reasons that you should consider going there for your studies abroad. Many people will call natives of the country “Kiwis,” after the bird that only resides there and nowhere else in the entire world. There are a number of reasons that you should consider studying in New Zealand instead of considering other countries; that’s what we’re going to look at in this section of our website.

The people

Kiwis are some of the most amazing, loving, and welcoming people that you will ever meet. If you are a stranger, a native New Zealander is going to treat you like you are a friend. They are used to meeting new people, first because they travel a lot themselves, and also because a lot of people come to visit New Zealand as well. The culture on the islands is quite laid back and easy going, as well. So you’re not going to feel tense like you would if you went to a large city like London or New York City to study. There are just over 4 million people who reside on the country, and it is one of the safest places to live in the world. Another cool thing about the people is that there are so many different kinds of people. For being such a small country, the diversity is greater than you see in many European countries.

The stability

Some people say that, because the country is in a small corner of the world that doesn’t really get bothered by anyone, that New Zealand seems to be secluded from the rest of the world. This isn’t true at all. As mentioned above, the people are really welcoming to outsiders. But, it can also be a great thing! The economy is actually incredibly stable, the cost of living is low, and the government is more stable (and less argumentative) than the governments that you will see in other countries. This is probably the reason that immigration is embraced, which we will talk about more in some of our later points.

The Weather

Nothing can get better than the weather in New Zealand. The winters are mild, with temperatures around 10ºC (50ºF) and slightly wet. In higher altitudes, you will see snow, but it’s not common in lower altitudes. In the summers, the climate is warm and dry with temperatures around 25ºC (77ºF). As you would expect in the southern hemisphere, the summer lasts from December to February; winter lasts from June to August. Spring and fall are similar, with cooler temperatures and little rain.

The educational system

This is the number one reason to go anywhere for school, but New Zealand is amazing for their educational system. First, the tuition is some of the lowest in the world. You get a British-based education (due to their British influences) for a percentage of the cost. The degrees are recognized around the world as being up-to-date and practical. You will get a high quality, hands on education that you deserve. The New Zealand even goes so far as to checking each and every course, program, and certificate for quality so that they can be recognized around the world as high-quality education. Not only that, but the support services for international students are among the best in the world. They have a lot of expertise and experience in helping international students so that they can succeed in their programs.

Never run out of things to do

This is an amazing opportunity for anyone who looks for adventure. In New Zealand, there are literally thousands of things to do. Do you like to hike? There are plenty of mountains for you to explore. Do you enjoy being a beach bum? Then you get to enjoy the beaches throughout the year. Want some excitement? There are always new things to do . The scenery is different depending on where you go; you could drive an hour and have a completely different geography. We’ll look at this more in our sports and recreation section.

Work opportunities

There are plenty of work opportunities available for international students. On a student visa, you are allowed to work up to 20 hours a week through the semester; during vacations you can work up to 40 hours. So, instead of having to worry about finances, you get to supplement your education with income. You may even be able to nab internships and other practical work. The international studies office at your university can help you find a job to sustain you during your time in New Zealand. Another great thing is that you can get a permit at the end of your degree program and work for 12 months in the country under a special “work permit” that is alongside your student visa, which is what we’ll look at closer in the last point.

Ease of visa acquisition and residency

The visa acquisition process is incredibly simple, and unlike many other countries, you will not be rejected right away. You get to talk to people and tell them your side of the story if there is something that may prevent you from getting a visa to come into the country. If you can explain why you’ve decided to go down there and your international studies program helps you to create a Statement of Purpose (a statement you give to the visa officer to tell them why you are coming to New Zealand to study), you will usually get a visa. The country is welcome to immigration, more so than almost any other country in the world. The last advantage is that, after you graduate, as mentioned above, you can work in the country for up to a year. If the job you are working at is related to the degree that you received, you can actually apply to get permanent residency, which you will most likely get within 6 months of your application. We look at visa acquisition and residency more in our Visa and Passport section.

Now do you see why there are over 100,000 people who go and study in New Zealand every single year? Will you join them and become an honorary Kiwi while getting your education in a beautiful and unique country like New Zealand? Then keep looking around our site; we can help you determine how to move forward with the application process and how to choose the right school for you. We want to give you everything that you need in order to help you to make the best decision on this site.

Interesting facts about NZ

Over 1/3 of New Zealand is made up of protected parkland and marine reserves NZ is a haven for those seeking peace, rejuvenation and relaxation as well as a playground for thrill seekers and adventurers
Maximum temperature during summer ranges between 20-30°C (68-86OF)
In winter, the average maximum temperature ranges between 10-15°C (50-59OF). The northern half of the North Island is the warmest part of the country throughout the year, which is perfect for outdoor activities

New Zealand is an OECD leader in terms of the proportion of Government budget allocated to education.
The graduates from New Zealand’s universities who tend to earn the highest salaries are those qualified in sciences, engineering and management & commerce. Creative arts, food, hospitality and personal services graduates tended to have lower salaries.
The highest rainfall in a year in New Zealand was a drenching 18.4 metres (60 feet) in 1997-1998 at Cropp River on the west of the South Island. By contrast, the lowest rainfall was a miserly 167 mm (6.6 inches) in 1963-1964 at Alexandra, Central Otago.

NZ Education System

The educational system in New Zealand is extremely varied and is one of the best in the world. According to scores, it has the highest levels of literacy, mathematics, and sciences in the country. The public educational system is one of the best funded in the world; New Zealand offers the highest percentage of public funding in education in the world. Several indices rate New Zealand as the number one country in the world for education.

So what makes New Zealand so unique? What makes it different than all of the other developed countries that provide education to their children? It is based on several things; first, because New Zealand natives believe in giving everyone the education that they deserve. There are many private schools, but because the country is so great at giving their public schools the monies they need, many parents are just as happy using the public system.

The other reason is because the educational system focuses on both practical and academic achievement. Instead of sticking to a regimen that no one really understands and doesn’t really tell us anything, the New Zealand public education system focuses on being open-minded and letting children explore, thus allowing them to learn in the best way that they can. This gets them ready for college or the workplace upon finishing their secondary education.

The New Zealand Qualifications Framework

The New Zealand Qualifications Framework, referred to as the NZQF, was developed in July of 2010 in order to ensure that all educational endeavors in tertiary education are under the same framework. It basically works to make sure that schools are meeting these standards and are beneficial in a number of ways, including the following:

The NZQF works to convey and determine the skills that a university student should have upon completing their education.
The organization also sets standards for the knowledge and any other attributes that a university student has once their degree program has been completed.
It helps to enable and support any university that works to provide a quality education, no matter what type of education that that may be. It also helps universities develop programs that fit with their own standards.
The NZQF helps to give potential students and employees a certain level of confidence in the education that people obtain while they are in university in New Zealand.
The NZQF works to help the native Māori people by providing them with a quality education and helping them to attain their educational goals, no matter what they may be.

As you can see, the NZQF actually plays a very large role in ensuring that the money that you pay is going toward a high quality education. The organization as developed to make sure that, no matter where you attend university in New Zealand that you are getting the best quality education that you can get in the world.

Student application process

STEP 1: ATTEND A COUNSELING SESSION

Attend a counseling session to find out your options relating to study destination, courses available and institutions.

STEP 2: APPLY FOR OFFER LETTER

Once you have decided what and where you want to study, we will help you complete the application to the institutions of your choice. At the time of application for offer letter you will be required to submit several documents including proof of previous academic qualifications, proof of your English language ability, Work experience related documents and copy of passport. Average processing time to obtain offer letter is between 1 to 10 working days depending on institution and course.

Note-Depending on institute policy you may need to show funds equivalent to tuition fee and living expenses to institutions. Some institutes may interview you as well. Thereafter student need to pay their fee for the course to get the offer letter.

STEP 3: PAY TUITION FEES

After getting an offer letter, you will need to pay your 1st year’s tuition fees as mentioned in your offer letter. You can choose to pay this fee through Telegraphic Transfer (TT) At this point; those students using the FTS will also need to transfer their living expenses contribution into their ANZ bank account.

STEP 4: UNDERTAKE MEDICALS AND PCC

After paying tuition fee , you will need to undertake a medical examination by one of the doctors approved by the New Zealand Government. A list of the approved panel doctors can be found by visiting: http://www.immigration.govt.nz/paneldoctors/. At the same time you need to arrange for your Police Clearance Certificate. This can be obtained from Either SSP office or from Passport Office.

STEP 5: APPLICATION LODGEMENT

At this stage student is required to make a visa application to Department of Immigration and Border protection (DIBP), New Zealand. For that you will need to provide the documents outlined in the checklist of DIBP website i.e. http://www.immigration.govt.nz .

STEP 6: APPLICATION OUTCOME

Depanding upon the outcome of your application from Department of Immigration and Border protection (DIBP), New Zealand, we will assist you in remaining procedure.