Study in New Zealand
New Zealand has become one of the popular destinations among international student. It is also a very good option for students in search of outdoor adventure in an English speaking country. New Zealanders ( Kiwi’s) people love to travel a lot so they are well used to a range of cultures. It offers very moderate climatic conditions. In summers the usual temperature during the day is 20 - 25˚C and in winters 12 - 16˚C. So the climatic conditions are very favorable to everyone. New Zealand has always been internationally recognized for its excellent education standards and for training high quality teachers, which makes it rather a given fact that the institutions in New Zealand provide one of the best world class teaching faculties. Apart from this, New Zealand also has a high quality of amenities and research facilities for its students.But that is not all the country has to offer. It also provides a perfect mix of a modern cosmopolitan society that exists in perfect harmony with the country’s outdoorsy lifestyle. Replete with all kinds of natural landscaped ranging from snowcapped mountains and steaming volcanoes to rolling green hills, golden sandy beaches and lush rainforests. Living in New Zealand provides every student a chance to grow with its multi-cultural society and natural wonders all at once. Education in New Zealand is truly an all-encompassing experience.
Education In New Zealand
New Zealand offers both Private and public funded institutes. It offers a world-class education in a postcard-perfect environment. New Zealand has an excellent, centrally managed quality assurance system. The New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) requires that institutions are registered to enrol international students and ensures compliance with qualifications standards. Five New Zealand universities were ranked in the top 400 universities in the world by the 2013-2014 Times Higher Education World University Rankings.New Zealand offers wide range of courses which includes 8 state-funded universities, 16 Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs) and about 550 Private Training Establishments (PTEs). Universities: As per the English standards Universities offer higher degree-level education. 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. Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs) : ITP offers wide range of Vocational courses. Even some of the big one’s one offer Degree courses as well. PTE’s: PTEs tend to offer specific vocational programmes, mainly at certificate and diploma level. Even few of the PTE’s offer degree’s as well.
Average Cost
Tuition Fee (NZ $) • Level 5&6- $20,000 to $25,000 Approximately • Level 7- $18000 to $20,000 Approximately • Level 8 - $19,000 to $ 22000 Approximately.
Accommodation
We strongly recommend our students to apply for homestay accommodation for at least one month. Homestay provides a warm family environment and gives students the opportunity to assimilate into the New Zealand way of life by becoming part of a New Zealand family. The homestay details are forwarded to a student by their education provider. Also students can live in in rental accommodations while studying. The same can be checked through real estate agents. Normally these are the costs available for the student accommodation. The usual cost is as follows: 1. Hall of residence Average cost: Around NZ$200 - $300 per week. 2. Homestay/Private Board : Around NZ$180 per week. 3. Flatting/Independent Accommodation Average Cost: $70- $150 rent per week, plus expenses (food, electricity, phone, water etc).