New Zealand has always been an attractive study abroad destination for international students. The country offers a varied range of study opportunities in the world’s top-rated colleges and universities. Studying in New Zealand is unique because of affordable fees and cost of living.
An increasing number of International students are making New Zealand as their first choice for high-quality overseas education. The stimulating and dynamic education system encourages exploration of new ideas, thereby producing top quality working professionals with distinctive skills and abilities.
Quick Facts of New Zealand
World-class Education
All the 8 universities rank in the world’s top 3% . In 2015/16, four of New Zealand’s eight universities were in the top 300 QS World Ranking, with two in the top 200.They lead the way through academic excellence and personalized learning.
Quality
An excellent centrally-managed quality assurance system, the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) ensures that all institutions enrolling international students are registered and in compliance with qualifications standards.
Distinction and Innovation
New Zealand is a youthful nation has a unique and distinctive ‘kiwi’ identity; promoting, encouraging and facilitating innovative ways of thinking. The students from their institutions infuse a fresh outlook to their professional environment.
Successful implementation of new technologies and laureates won by New Zealanders are testimony to the Power of Innovative spirit, which is a guiding force of this country. Ernest Rutherford and Alan MacDiarmid are Nobel Prize winners for chemistry. Richard Taylor’s Weta Workshop created the awesome visuals in the movie ‘The Lord of the Rings’.
A Warm Welcome
New Zealanders are welcoming, friendly and respectful of other cultures.
It’s easy to make friends in our inclusive, multicultural society.
Easy Visa Acquisition & Residency
An efficient partnership between Immigration New Zealand, Education New Zealand and the International Education Provider has seen an increase in the New Zealand Study Visa success rate. Moderate Entry requirements facilitate application for the desired course.
New way of learning
The teaching style is practical offering hands-on learning . Students are encoraged to ask questions and think critically. Studying in New Zealand is an opportunity for personal growth and development. You’ll set yourself up for a successful future by gaining valuable ‘Life Skills’ and presenting a better and brighter CV.
Learn in English
Improve your work-place relevant English language skills. As English is the day-to-day language in NZ, Indian students find it very easy to study, live and interact in NZ. Moreover the NZ accent is easy to understand
Affordable Tuition & Cost of Living
New Zealand has the lowest tuition among all other countries and the living cost is fairly affordable compared to other countries. (Study costs are almost 50% less than that of USA and UK)
Work while you study
You may be able to support your studies with paid work (part-time for up to 20 hours a week during the semester and fulltime during holiday periods). Besides easing the cost of education the overseas students are given opportunities to integrate, learn the culure and widen their social contacts. Tax applies to students as well but is well structured and reasonable.
Great package for PhDs
If you are a PhD student, you’ll pay the same tuition fee as New Zealanders.
You can also work full time while completing your studies.
The New Zealand Government, universities and private institutions provide numerous scholarships for international students seeking to study in New Zealand.
Migration and Job Search
Students are given a visa to search for a job after completion of their course and also have a good opportunity to migrate. Our qualifications are recognized and respected globally.
A New Zealand education opens door to successful careers around the world.
Feel Safe
New Zealand is ranked as ‘The World’s Second Most Peaceful Country’ (Global Peace Index, 2017).
Study in a peaceful, politically-stable country known for maintaing the world’s lowest rates of corruption.
Unbeatable Lifestyle
New Zealand has a temperate climate, with mild summers and cool winters. This excellent climate encourages all sorts of outdoor sports and activities. Improve your work/life balance and experience our stunning natural environment. Enjoy a new adventure every day. A vibrant sporting environment provides a healthy balance to academics. A large number of young boys and girls belong to sports clubs and are members of various sports teams.
Lifestyle
Complementing the awesome natural environment, the cosmopolitan cities are throbbing with life, spiced with cultures from all around the world. You’ll quickly feel at ease with the friendly, relaxed and fun loving New Zealanders. You’ll never be bored with the lively Cafes, shopping malls, theatre, musical events and visual arts shows.
New Zealand is the ultimate destination for those who love outdoor activities. You’ll be spoilt for choice with the numerous activities like camping, hiking, kayaking and skiing.
Cost Matters
New Zealand offers a range of competitive programs for students when considering tuition fees and other costs like visas, health cover and additional expenses. Tuition fees for undergraduate degrees in New Zealand are generally more affordable than similar courses in other countries.
Employment Prospects
With a skill shortage in the New Zealand labor market, fresh graduates are in high demand. There is a strong demand for skilled workers in the health, information and communications technology, agriculture, farming and engineering industries.
Students having the in-demand skills and wishing to stay in New Zealand for as a long-term, may apply for a skilled Migrant visa which would allow them to live and work in New Zealand permanently.
Support
The Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of international Students sets out the minimum standards for the care and support of international students during their studies in New Zealand, both inside and outside the classroom. International students can rest assured that they will receive personalized and ethical treatment and be given comprehensive and up to date information before making commitments from the dedicated staff at New Zealand.