New Zealand

New Zealand is an internationally recognized source of high quality education as well as research excellence. New Zealand universities, vocational education and training colleges and schools are world-class. It also offers world-class English language courses for international students. New Zealand Government legislation ensures quality assurance and codes of conduct in place so that international students in New Zealand and their parents enjoy a level of service and financial protection that is unparalleled. New Zealand also offers excellent value for money and a high standard of living. More than 200,000 international students from about 100 countries study in New Zealand each year.

  • New Zealand qualifications and institutions are recognized worldwide for their high quality and excellence. Graduates from New Zealand are very successful in finding jobs and hold lead positions worldwide.
  • New Zealand qualifications are respected globally when seeking employment or further study at leading international universities
  • Living expenses and tuition costs in New Zealand are considerably less expensive than the UK and the USA.

 

Around 85% of the Indian students studying in New Zealand are undertaking higher education in the fields of Information Technology, Engineering, Management, Accounting, Applied Science and Hospitality. However, new fields of study such as Biotechnology, Communication Studies and Art & Design are emerging.

Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctoral degrees are offered by all New Zealand universities. A range of undergraduate and postgraduate diplomas is also available, along with honors programs (usually requiring an additional year of study)

Bachelor’s Degree

Students complete a prescribed number of units or courses for their degree. In some courses, field trips provide opportunities for on-site study of natural phenomena or social processes. Personal reading and research supplement these learning contacts. Students are expected to develop independent study skills with a minimum of professional supervision. Students must successfully complete the requirement for one stage before beginning work on the next. Student can do an additional “honor” year upon completion of their degree program. Honor is generally the first year of graduate work in the student’s field of study.

Graduate Diploma

A one-year, full-time program for graduates. It does not always require its students to have prior learning or experience in the subject matter of the diploma.

Postgraduate Diploma

A one-year, full-time program, designed for graduates, which builds on the subject matter in the academic field of the previous degree. A postgraduate diploma usually requires one year of full-time study after the bachelor’s degree and builds on the subject matter in the academic field of the bachelor’s degree. Some graduates may be required to study towards a Graduate Diploma as a first step to confirm their step to confirm their academic level before proceeding to postgraduate studies.

Master’s Degree

The Master’s degree is open to those who have completed a Bachelor’s degree. The program is usually of one or two years full-time study or it’s equivalent in part-time study. The work required normally builds upon the prior knowledge gained in the major part of the Bachelor’s degree, and most or all of it is in that discipline. It is at a more advanced level.

Doctorate

The main Doctorate offered by New Zealand universities is the PhD or Doctor of Philosophy. A student is required to prepare under supervision a substantial thesis that represents original research into an approved topic normally carried out over a minimum of two to three full-time years. Candidate prepares thesis on the conduct and result of their research. Admission to PhD study requires a first or class Master’s degree, acceptance is also subject to the availability of staff for supervision and appropriate facilities.

Choosing an Institute / University

In the New Zealand education system, it is important to make your choice of institution or university according to the course you wish to take and the institution’s reputation in that field. While selecting the right course and university keep in mind the following points:

  •  Your academic grades (including achievements).
  • Test scores (IELTS, etc).
  • Your financial capacity.
  • • Major (Specialization) subjects that you are interested in.
  • Term of entry (Feb / June).
  • The reputation of the Institution.
  • The student to faculty ratio of the Institution.
  • The location of the Institution (big city / small town / rural setup).
  • The climatic conditions (not to be stressed, unless you have health constraints).

Scholarships

New Zealand offers a limited number of scholarships, with the amount depending upon the institution. Generally, for undergraduate programs, the average scholarship can be NZD2000 to 2500. For masters and doctorate degrees, scholarships can range from NZD6000 to 13,000 annually

New Zealand offers a range of competitive programs for students when considering tuition fees.Costs like visas, health cover and additional living expenses offer good value students. Tuition fees vary according to the course and the university. On an average, you could be paying NZD25,000 to 45,000 per academic year. For a comfortable life in New Zealand, you should set aside NZD15,000 to 17,000 a year.

New Zealand has eight state-funded universities, 16 Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs) and about 550 Private Training Establishments (PTEs), which include English language schools.

Choose the type of institution that’s best for your career path:

Universities offer higher degree-level education. Programmes are research-led and generally academic rather than vocational. In the 2015/16 QS World University Rankings, all eight of New Zealand’s universities were in the top 100 in at least one subject.

ITPs and a few larger PTEs offer vocational degree-level education.PTEs tend to offer specific vocational programmes, mainly at certificate and diploma level.

IELTS or TOEFL or PTE is mandatory admission requirement for all New Zealand courses

Majority of the Bachelors degrees and Post Graduate courses require overall 6.5 (with individual band of 6). Overall 6 and individual band score of 5.5 are accepted for level 6 and 7 diploma courses.

For postgraduate programs, most of the good universities ask for a first class or high second class. In the undergraduate level most of the good universities look for a 70 % or higher. But in private independent colleges, there are no such rigid mark restrictions and any degree would be accepted. There are cases where significant work experience is considering lieu to a Bachelor’s degree

Intakes

The major intakes are in February, July and sometimes in September. The academic year in New Zealand is from mid / late February to early November and most Universities have 2 semesters with a holiday of 4 weeks in June. Each University operates slightly different dates and some also offer summer school during the summer holidays from November to February.

Entry Requirements

Students need a sufficient level of English language proficiency and must meet minimum academic requirements to study in New Zealand. Institutions will assess whether you meet the selection criteria set for your proposed course of study. They will look at the level and content of the study you have completed in New Zealand or your home country. An ideal band of 6.0/6.5 for undergraduate & 6.5 / 7.5 for postgraduate courses in IELTS is desirable in English language.

Documents Required

  • Resume
  • Statement of purpose
  • Transcripts of marksheets & certificates of relevant degrees
  • Certificates of extra-curricular activities and Internships
  • Passport copy
  • Birth certificate
  • Letter of recommendation from colleges & employers.

With a skill shortage across various sectors in the New Zealand labour market, fresh graduates are in high demand in New Zealand.Students with skills in demand and who wish to stay in New Zealand long-term may apply for a Skilled Migrant Visa which would allow them to live and work in New Zealand permanently.

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