Study In New Zealand
World class education helps you to shape your career successfully in the global market. An international qualification is recognized around the globe. Studying abroad gives you a chance to network with students and employers/ industrialists from across the globe. It provides you a platform to familiarize yourself with the global market demands and enhance your career prospects.
WHY STUDY IN NEW ZEALAND?
- World’s most recognised education system
- Perfect balance in theoretical and practical modules focused on industry centric training
- Qualifications widely recognized and respected internationally
- Cost of education is cheaper as compared to US/ Europe
- Fee payment only on visa approval
- Cost effective industry endorsed programs for engineers
- Hospitality programs with paid internships
- Skill shortage across various sectors therefore high demand for fresh graduates
- Temperate climate with pleasant seasonal changes conducive for study and recreation.
- Large numbers of Indians has migrated in the last 10 years and have been successful.
- High Student Visas as compared to countries like the US
- Work permit for Spouse
NEW ZEALAND EDUCATION SYSTEM
The qualifications of New Zealand are issued and administered by New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). The education system of New Zealand includes
- Universities
- Polytechnics
- Private Training Institutions
There are 8 government-funded universities in New Zealand which is open to anyone who meets the common entrance qualification prescribed by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA).
There are 20 polytechnics called as Institutes of Technology offer a wide range of courses.
There are over 800 private education providers, offering short-term English language courses for international students.
TEST REQUIREMENTS
IELTS scores as a proof of English Proficiency.
- Diploma programs: Overall band score of 5.5 with no band less than 5.0
- Bachelor’s Degree: Overall band score of 6.0
- Graduate Diploma: Overall band score of 6.0
- Post Graduate Diploma : IELTS Score is 6.5 overall
- Master Programs: Overall band score of 6.5
COST OF EDUCATION
- Polytechnic Diploma Courses range from NZ$13,500 - NZ$16,000 per year depending on the course
- Universities Degree range from NZ$15,000 - NZ$18,000 per year for most under-graduate degrees
- Post-graduate Degrees begin from NZ$16,000 per year and MBA Degrees are about NZ$22,000
*Tuition fees vary depending on the institution and the study programme
COST OF LIVING
- NZ$15000 per year *
WORK RIGHTS
- 20 hours per week; 40 hours during vacation.
- Spouse eligible for full time work permit for students pursuing Post graduate qualification.
STAY BACK
- Diploma & Graduate Diploma - Inside Auckland 1 year Stay Back, Outside Auckland 2 years Stay Back.
- Graduate Diploma Leading to Registration - 2 years Stay Back
- Post Graduate Diploma & Masters - 3 years Stay Back