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Why study in New Zealand

World-class universities and colleges: 7 of the 8 Universities in New Zealand have consistently featured in the top 500 Universities across the globe. One can also improve their English proficiency by staying in New Zealand. Also, the education model adopted by this country has fundamental principles taken from the UK institutions and therefore research and practical oriented. Students also get a great chance to interact with many cultural background students. New Zealand education focuses on skills like innovation and critical thinking as well.
Work while you study: Work while you study is another advantage in New Zealand. International students are allowed to work for a maximum of 20 hours per week during studies and full-time during holidays. If one is interested in working while studying in the country it’s important to check the exact conditions of your student visa. Some visas don’t allow one to work (if the course has less than 120 credits). If this is the case one must apply for a variation of the conditions of your visa.
Post-graduate work permit: International students can attain up to 3 years post study work permit.
A pathway to New Zealand permanent residence: Students can get points for permanent residency in New Zealand post studies in NZ.
High quality life and a safe place to study: New Zealand is a developed nation with a high living standard, low unemployment and a diversifying economy. Country has less crime and is safe, friendly as well as multicultural society
Education expenses are lesser than UK, USA and Australia
New Zealand is the second most peaceful country worldwide, a rank it has enjoyed since 2014 (Global Peace Index 2022)
Additional Advantage: Student’s dependents can accompany the country with the student and work while the student is studying. Skill shortage and many job opportunities can help students find good jobs and permanent residency in New Zealand. It also has excellent climate conditions i.e. mild summers and cold winters, which is favourable for all sorts of outdoor sports and activities. It is a clean and uncrowded country with wide open spaces. New Zealand is the first country to be declared as a nuclear free zone.

Intakes

Major intakes: February/July (During this period all colleges and universities have all/ maximum major courses available)
However, ITPs and Private Institutes have multiple intakes for different courses
Rolling Intakes: (Students can apply in the nearest intake within 2 months)
It is recommended to make applications at least 6 months prior to the start date to avoid last moment hassles

Popular courses

Accounting and Finance
Agriculture and forestry
Biological Science
Computer Science and Information systems
Education
Engineering – Civil and Structural
Mathematics
Psychology
Statistics and Operational research

Medicine
Modern Language
Business
Management
Tourism and Hospitality
Business
Engineering
Supply Chain & Logistics
Health Science and Nursing

Accommodation and Studying cost

Education cost: Each Institute in New Zealand sets its own tuition fees, therefore the fees you will need to pay will depend on your chosen institution, subject and your level of study. Most international students must pay foreign student fees at New Zealand universities, one example of such a category of students are international students enrolled in PhD programs.

Level of Education	Course Duration	Tuition fees per year (in NZ$)
Undergraduate Degree	3-4 years	NZ$ 20,000 to 28,000
Postgraduate Degree	1-2 years	NZ$ 24,000 to 40,000
MBAs / Management	1-2 Years	NZ$ 35,000 to 50,000

Exams for studying in New Zealand

Education cost: Each Institute in New Zealand sets its own tuition fees, therefore the fees you will need to pay will depend on your chosen institution, subject and your level of study. Most international students must pay foreign student fees at New Zealand universities, one example of such a category of students are international students enrolled in PhD programs.

Level of Education	Course Duration	Tuition fee per year (in NZ$)
Undergraduate Degree	3-4 years	NZ$ 18,000 to 25,000
Postgraduate Degree	1-2 years	NZ$ 10,000 to 30,000

Additional cost: One will also encounter some additional costs when studying in New Zealand, such as Overseas Student Health Cover charges and various fees. The Health insurance needs to be take additionally and cost in the range of 500 to 700 NZD p.a.

Living Expenses: NZ$ 20,000 per year.

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Scholarships in New Zealand

To apply for a scholarship in New Zealand, you need to:

Check the eligible countries list.
Check the eligibility criteria, including English language competency and student visa requirements.
Research the study subjects.
Check your education provider's website for available scholarships .
Confirm your eligibility through the online eligibility test for Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships.
Apply from the application opening date for your country.
Research and find a scholarship you are eligible for.
Fill out an application form, including all required information and writing clearly.

Some scholarships in New Zealand for international students:

Manaaki New Zealand scholarship for developing nations.
Undergraduate Engineering (Hons) degree scholarship with a tuition fee of NZD 15,000.
Scholarship for international students enrolled in the NCUK New Zealand Global Education Pathway programs to study at AUT with a deadline of June 15, 2023.
New Zealand Aid Programme 2023 Scholarships for international students, including various undergraduate and graduate levels in a wide range of subjects .

Some scholarships in New Zealand for international students:

On Campus College Hostels - (Self of fully catered options)
Off Campus Rented Flats / Apartments
Homestays with families

Students are suggested to apply for accommodation as early as possible.

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Top Study Locations in New Zealand

Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, Palmerston North, Hamilton

Scholarships in New Zealand

Exams for studying in New Zealand

GMAT, GRE (where necessary for the program)
Language proficiency e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, PTE

Language test eligibility criteria

IELTS overall 6 bands are needed for UG and 6.5 to 7.50 for PG

Academic Eligibility Criteria

For Bachelor’s degree - 12th Grade or 10th grade with 3 years Diploma with minimum 55% at least
For PG / Masters degree - Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree with 60%

Post Study Work Visa

Eligibility: Up to 3 years post study work permit. Contact us to know more details

Documents required for student VISA

Attested copies of X, XII & Graduate Degree (if applicable), Mark Sheets including Backlogs (Re-sits)
Evidence of English Language proficiency e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, PTE etc.
Standardized Tests e.g. GMAT, GRE (where necessary for the program)
Two academic references
Two references from employers (where applicable)
Passport sized photographs
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Resume/CV
Draft for application fees, if applicable
Portfolio (for Art, Design & Architecture program)
Other Certificates & Achievements of Extracurricular Activities
Documents required for individual universities and individual courses may vary in New Zealand.

Education System in New Zealand

New Zealand’s education system has three levels – early childhood education, secondary schooling, and tertiary education – across which students can follow a variety of flexible pathways.
New Zealand's system is designed to recognize different abilities, religious beliefs, ethnic groups, income levels, ideas about teaching and learning, and allows education providers to develop their own special characters.
National policies and frameworks for regulation and guidance, requirements and funding arrangements are set by the central government and administered through its agencies. Administrative authority for most education service provision is devolved to education institutions, which are governed by individual Boards or Councils.

New Zealand has strong quality assurance systems which ensure consistent, high quality education across all levels of the education system, both public and private.

Tertiary Education: Tertiary education includes all post-secondary education including higher and vocational education. It is the third level of education and is delivered by both state- and privately-owned institutions.
University Education: New Zealand has eight public state-funded universities. All are well-recognized internationally, have strong international connections and collaborate with universities in other countries on a range of research and teaching programmes.
New Zealand’s university quality assurance system ensures that the standards of both teaching and research are high and consistent across all the universities.

Levels		Education Gained
Level 5	First year of Colleage	Certificate	Diploma
Level 6	Second year of Colleage	Certificate	Diploma
Level 7	Bachelor’s Degree	Graduate Certificate	Graduate Diploma
Level 8	Bachelor’s Honour’s Degree	Postgraduate Certificate	Postgraduate Diploma
Level 9	Master’s Degree	Cell	Cell
Level 10	Doctoral Degree	Cell	Cell