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STUDY NEWZEALAND

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In the education system of New Zealand, a standard Bachelor’s degree is of three months period. Moreover, education of complete four years is considered an Honors degree. The Master’s degree duration is decided considering the time period of the Bachelor’s pre-requisite degree. However, generally, the Master’s degree takes two years to complete.

In addition to this, if a student wants to shift from their current field to another one, they would require a Graduate Diploma. For example, it is obligatory to pursue an additional study year to make it equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree for a change from engineering subjects to business.
This scenario designs your Master’s degree for three years. Nevertheless, a student can discontinue pursuing a Master’s degree after completing the Graduate Diploma or Postgraduate Diploma as it is promising enough to attract smart job offers in the market.

FACTS

New Zealand is an extremely beautiful country, situated in the south-western Pacific Ocean. It comprises of two large islands, namely North Island and South Island, and a number of smaller islands (including Stewart Island/Rakiura andChatham Islands).

The country is famous amongst the nature lovers, owing to its breathtaking landscapes, luxuriant forests, gushing rivers, placid lakes, glacial mountains, thermal regions, semi tropical islands and exotic wildlife. The architectural heritage and adventure opportunities offered by the country only add its attraction. In short, New Zealand is totally a tourist’s delight. In the following lines, we have mentioned a number of fun and interesting facts about the country.

Closing date for applications to polytechnics and colleges of education are available from prospectuses of the respective institutions. The application form must also be accompanied by all the documentation requested on the form, for example, certified copies of examination results. If you are applying for admission to a tertiary institution as a full-fee student and you are already attending a New Zealand school, apply directly to the university, polytechnic, college of education or other institution of your choice.

  • WHY NEWZEALAND
  • CONNECTED
  • INVENTIVE
  • TRUSTED
  • PERSONAL
  • ADVENTUROUS
  • LIVELY
  • WELCOMING

Every new day in the world begins in New Zealand. Light and time start here. Youthful in age and outlook, New Zealand is the natural home for fresh ideas. Come catch some new light.

New Zealand has maintained its individuality and remained secluded from the other parts of the world. However, as the world has turned into a global village through the internet and different mediums of transport, the people, industries, and institutes are connected successfully to the international markets and ongoings.

Inventive and fresh ideas float in the air of New Zealand. This country has stayed true to its traditions and made itself recognized in the world with its fresh, innovative ideas and developments.

The British natives have previously colonized New Zealand. Therefore, their education system is mapped over the authentic and renowned British education system. Study in New Zealand offers up-to-date means and services, including learned faculty who impart their knowledge efficiently to the students. The degrees and diplomas acquired from New Zealand are recognized everywhere in the world.

The education system of New Zealand ensures cohesive classrooms where every student feels included in a class of having a few numbers of students. They make sure that teachers respond to every individual separately, and everyone receives their due attention. This quality makes New Zealand's education institutions than the rest of the educational institutions of other countries.

Various adventurous activities are waiting for everyone in New Zealand. Among the natural scenes of New Zealand, there is a range of energetic and pocket-friendly adventurous games for people who love to experience the thrill in their life. To keep students happy and satisfied during the studies, you can get partner visa in New Zealand. Thereby, even if you are a student you can still apply permanent or a temporary partner visa.

New Zealand is full of commendable nature and beauty. However, it is a unique amalgamation of a lively and contemporary society and nature ruling people's hearts.

The people of New Zealand are known for their welcoming nature. Their curiosity and inquisitiveness for different cultures make them a warm company to have around a person. Students build strong bonds of friendship during their student life in New Zealand.
  • WHY NEWZEALAND
  • CONNECTED
  • INVENTIVE
  • TRUSTED
  • PERSONAL
  • ADVENTUROUS
  • LIVELY
  • WELCOMING

Every new day in the world begins in New Zealand. Light and time start here. Youthful in age and outlook, New Zealand is the natural home for fresh ideas. Come catch some new light..

New Zealand has never been closer to the rest of the world. Online communications and advances in international transport mean local institutions and industries can easily participate in world markets.

Young and free of constricting traditions, New Zealand has learned to be self-reliant and to forge its own way in the world. New Zealand’s youth and fresh outlook make it the natural home for fresh ideas.

As a former British colony, New Zealand’s education system is based on the prestigious British system. We offer world-class facilities, resources and teaching staff, and our qualifications are valued and transferable throughout the world.

In New Zealand, every student enjoys a supportive learning environment. With relatively small class sizes, students receive more personalized attention from their teachers than they do in other parts of the world.

New Zealand is the ultimate destination for adventure lovers. In a pristine natural environment of mountains, lakes and coast, you’ll find a dazzling array of pulse-quickening activities that are easily accessible and affordable.

New Zealand’s scenic beauty is world renowned. But many visitors are surprised to discover an energetic, modern society among the mountains, rivers and coast.

New Zealanders are a famously hospitable people with a lively interest in other cultures. An education here is frequently the beginning of lifelong friendships.

SOME INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT NEWZEALAND

The indigenous Maori name of New Zealand is ‘New Zealand Aotearoa’. Translated into English, it means ‘New Zealand, The Land of the Long White Cloud’.

New Zealand gained independence from Great Britain in the year 1907.

New Zealand is located in the Oceania Islands, in the South Pacific Ocean. It lies around 1500 km to the south-east of Australia’.

New Zealand is part of ‘The Pacific Rim of Fire’. Mount Ruapehu, situated in central North Island, is the most active volcano of the country..

New Zealand is spread over an area of approximately 268,021 sq km and its coastline is around 15,134 km long..

The official languages of New Zealand are English and Te Reo Maori.

New Zealand was the first democracy in the West that gave women the right to vote.

As far as the geography of New Zealand is concerned, 30 percent comprises of forests..

Bungee jumping was invented in New Zealand.

Dunedin city of New Zealand boast of housing the country’s oldest university, first newspaper and first botanical gardens

Edmund Hillary, the first person to climb Mt Everest, was a citizen of New Zealand.

New Zealand Dollar (NZ$) is amongst the least stable currencies in the OECD.

New Zealand has one of the highest car ownership rates in the world, with 2.5 million cars for 4 million people.

New Zealand has won the most Olympic gold medals, per capita, amongst all the participant countries.

New Zealand is amongst the top five dairy exporters in the world. Combined with the other four biggest exporters, it supplies around 90 percent of dairy products on the international market.

New Zealand is home to the largest flightless parrot (kakapo), oldest reptile (tuatara), biggest earthworms, smallest bats, heaviest insect (a weta), some of the oldest trees and many rarest species birds, insects, and plants, in the world.

New Zealand, before European arrival, had no predatory animals. Thus, it was like a heaven for birds, many of them flightless.

To become a New Zealand citizen, you must swear an oath of loyalty to Queen Elizabeth.

The share of New Zealand in the world exports of sheep meat is around 54 percent.

New Zealand, lying in the south-western Pacific Ocean, is rich in nature, and its beauty is overwhelming. It is a home of islands with two main islands called North Island and South Island and other mini islands. It also comprises Stewart Island/Rakiura and the Chatham Islands.

The submission and closing dates to submit admission requests are mentioned in the prospectus of polytechnics and colleges of education offering the said programs. The submission of required documents such as attested copies of examination results is mandatory with applications to study in New Zealand.

New Zealand stands out for the remarkable nature bodies that it carries. People who are attracted to nature whole-heartedly appreciate the untouched beauty of New Zealand, which makes it a heaven on Earth. From thick forests to might mountains, nature speaks to itself and enhances the living experience of this place. Moreover, it is rich in architecture and activities that give people an adventurous rush making it desirable. It is a place where tourists can have a wholesome experience. More exciting details are highlights below:

A student who is willing to join the various programs to study in New Zealand as a full fee student will have to get involved with the New Zealand government office located in your country to gain information regarding their respective courses and programs. The applications should be directed to the concerned universities.

Students who study in New Zealand and aim to acquire admission in a higher institution is free to choose and apply straight to international university, polytechnic, college of education, or other institutions.

VISA INFORMATION

As a visa applicant, you must fulfill the following requirements To receive a New Zealand Student Visa or Student Permit so you can study in New Zealand you must first meet New Zealand Immigration requirements for international students. The course or courses you intend to undertake must also meet New Zealand Immigration requirements.

VERY IMPORTANT

A written offer of a place, which notifies you that you have been accepted by an educational institution in New Zealand to study there.

EITHER

A receipt for payment of course fees (You are not required to produce the receipt before your application has been approved in principle). 

OR

Evidence that you are exempt from course fees. For e.g. A New Zealand Government Scholarship..

A complete and signed ‘Application for Student Visa’ form, with a passport-size photograph. You will be required to pay a non-refundable student visa application fee

A guarantee of accommodation – a written assurance from an educational institution or other person that suitable residential accommodation is available to you in New Zealand.

Your passport or certificate of identity, which must be valid for the period of time for which you are applying to study.

STUDY OPPORTUNTIES
IN NEWZEALAND

  • Secondary school qualifications
  • Tertiary and vocational qualifications
  • English language qualifications
  • General English
The New Zealand secondary school certificate is called the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA). It is officially recognized in New Zealand and has international status.

New Zealand higher education has 10 levels of study with level 1 being a certificate and level 10 a doctoral degree. Each level is progressive in terms of complexity and difficulty. Below are the levels and their corresponding qualifications

  • Certificates – Levels 1-4
  • Diplomas – Levels 5 & 6
  • Bachelor’s degrees/graduate diplomas – Level 7
  • Postgraduate certificates/diplomas. Honors Bachelors degree – Level 8
  • Masters degree – Level 9
  • Doctoral degree – Level 10
There are two types of English language schools – ones that issue qualifications and ones which don’t.
These are non-award courses preparing students to communicate effectively in the English language or for further study. Once you have been offered a place : All applicants must accept an offer by the date specified on the notification letter received from an institution. An offer of a place does not necessarily guarantee a student visa.

EVIDENCE THAT FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE
FOR YOUR MAINTANCE THROUGHOUT FOR STAY

A completed ‘Sponsoring a student’ form, in which your sponsor gives a financial undertaking that he or she can transfer to New Zealand NZ ₨ 315,263.64 ()a year : this amount is considered minimum for a year’s living expenses

A letter from your educational institution confirming that your living expenses have already been paid for as part of your fees

A bank document showing that funds of the required amount will be available to you in New Zealand (₨ 45,037.66 () for each month of your stay for short term study, ₨ 315,263.64 () a year for long term study)

An award of a full New Zealand scholarship

IF YOU INTENT STUDYING IN NEWZEALAND FOR
MORE THAN 24 MONTHS , YOU WILL NEED

All these documents are essential before a student visa is issued. When the overseas New Zealand government office is satisfied that your application is complete and in order, you will be issued a student visa..

Completed New Zealand Immigration service medical and chest X-ray certificates

Character clearances, which must be two original character references (if under 17 years of age), or a local police clearance (if you are 17 and over). You will be advised of the procedure for obtaining these by the New Zealand government office.

PERMIT REQIREMENTS

Once you have a New Zealand Immigration authorized Student Permit, you must meet certain conditions during your stay:

You must attend the place of study noted in your Student Permit. However, you can apply to the New 2. Zealand Immigration Service (NZIS) to change your course or institution

If you have to be accompanied by a guardian, you must live with that person

You must be able to show that you are passing your course.

You may only undertake work allowed by your Student Permit.

You must obey all New Zealand laws.

You must only stay in New Zealand for the time allowed by your Student Permit.

If you break any of these conditions, New Zealand immigration is authorized to revoke your permit which may result in you having to leave New Zealand.There is no Visa required for some students for some cases (shorter courses in most cases, fewer than 3 months in duration).

YOUR DEPANDANTS

Your dependants, who may include a spouse, de facto spouse, fiancé (e) and children, may accompany you to New Zealand or may join you later. They must apply for the type of visa required, that is, visitor, work or student. For school aged dependants you will need to pay full fees to enroll them in primary and secondary courses.

IMMIGRATION REQUIREMENTS

International students are required to obtain student visas and study permits in order to study in New Zealand

MEDICAL INSURANCE

It is compulsory for students to take out full medical insurance cover. An average medical insurance cover for a single student would cost approximately NZ RS 22,518.83 ()-600 per year. The Research & International Office holds information on New Zealand medical insurance companies which can be forwarded on request

INTERNATION STUDENTS REPRESENTATIVE

Students elect an International Students’ Representative each year. His/her role is to act as a link between international students, the University and University Students’ Association..

WORKING WHILE YOU STUDY

If you are studying in New Zealand, you must not work unless allowed to do so by the New Zealand Immigration service. You can be granted permission to work for up to 20 hours a week.

If you have a student permit, you may be granted a work permit or a variation of your student permit to allow you to gain practical experience on completion of a three-year course, or over the summer vacation.