• New Zealand is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. It comprises two main landmasses—the North Island and the South Island. The country’s varied topography and sharp mountain peaks, including the Southern Alps, owe much to tectonic uplift and volcanic eruptions. New Zealand’s capital city is Wellington, and its most populous city is Auckland.

• The current Regions of New Zealand and most of their councils came about in 1989: Northland, Auckland†, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Gisborne, Hawke’s Bay†, Taranaki†, Manawatu-Whanganui, Wellington†, Tasman, Nelson†, Marlborough†, West Coast†, Canterbury†, Otago† and Southland†.

• A developed country, New Zealand ranks highly in international comparisons of national performance, such as quality of life, education, protection of civil liberties, government transparency, and economic freedom. New Zealand underwent major economic changes during the 1980s, which transformed it from a protectionist to a liberalized free-trade economy. The service sector dominates the national economy, followed by the industrial sector, and agriculture; international tourism is a significant source of revenue. Nationally, legislative authority is vested in an elected, unicameral Parliament, while executive political power is exercised by the Cabinet, led by the prime minister, currently Jacinda Ardern. Queen Elizabeth II is the country’s monarch and is represented by a governor-general, currently Dame Patsy Reddy. In addition, New Zealand is organized into 11 regional councils and 67 territorial authorities for local government purposes. The Realm of New Zealand also includes Tokelau (a dependent territory); the Cook Islands and Niue (self-governing states in free association with New Zealand); and the Ross Dependency, which is New Zealand’s territorial claim in Antarctica.

Facts

• Name: New Zealand, named after the Dutch province of Zeeland, or Aotearoa (in Maori, meaning: land of the long white cloud)
• Population: 4.6 million (2019)
• Urban Population: 90%
• Capital: Wellington with 403,000 people (2019)
• Official Languages: English, Maori and Sign Language
• Unemployment: 4% (2019)
• Currency: 1 New Zealand Dollar NZ$ = 100 Cents
• Religion: 48.6% no religion, 37.3% Christians
• Timezones: 2
• National Symbols: Silver fern (plant), kiwi (bird), black, white and red (colours)
• National Holidays: 6 February (Waitangi Day) and 25 April (Anzac Day)
• National Flag: The stars represent the constellation of the Southern Cross
• National Anthem: God Defend New Zealand
• History: New Zealand was first settled by the Maori people as early as 1300 AD. Abel Tasman, a Dutch explorer, was the first European to discover the country in 1642 but never set foot on the island. British explorer James Cook arrived on North Island in 1769 and claimed the land for the British crown. The Maori claimed independence from Britain in 1835. In 1840, the Treaty of Waitangi was signed between Maori chiefs and Great Britain. This treaty is recognized as the founding document of New Zealand.
• Prime Minister: Jacinda Ardern

WHY STUDY IN NEW ZEALAND

Ranked in World – All New Zealand universities are ranked amongst the world’s best by QS World University Rankings.

University Rankings – Universities rank in the world’s top 100 in 65 subjects in the 2020 QS World University Rankings.

English Speaking country – New Zealand was ranked the top English-speaking country at preparing students for the future by The Economist Intelligence Unit in 2019.

Highly sought-after qualifications – The qualifications you’ll gain in New Zealand are highly regarded and sought-after by employers and other educational institutions around the world.

Gain the skills that will open doors – When you study in New Zealand, you learn beyond your subject. You’ll become a confident, critical and creative thinker. These skills are highly prized by employers worldwide.

Global recognition – As a member of the Lisbon Qualification Recognition Convention, New Zealand qualifications are recognised in over 50 countries.

Get ahead of the competition – New Zealand bachelor degrees listed on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework are widely recognised in the international job market and for postgraduate study.

When you graduate, you’ll be very employable – New Zealand education focuses on real-world skills, giving you the skills, you’ll need to succeed in the global workforce. You can also further your research in New Zealand.

Your skills will be valued – Employers value New Zealand graduates’ ability to think independently, find solutions and solve problems. Many New Zealand employers are actively seeking skilled professionals in specific areas of demand. If you complete a qualification in one of these areas, you may be able to apply for a Post-study work or skilled migrant visa.

UNIVERSITIES/ COLLEGES

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Diploma leading to Bachelors & Bachelor Degree –

In best four subjects – CBSE/ICSE – 55%, State Board – 60%, PSEB /HSEB – 65%

Master Degree –

Minimum 65% from Section 1 and Section 2 University

Minimum 70% from Section 3 University

Backlog Accepted – depends on University and Institution

APPLICATION PROCESS

ADMISSION CHECKLIST

Passport

• Academic (S.S.C, H.S.C/Diploma, Bachelors Marksheet, Transcript, Degree, Backlog Summary)
• Work Experience (If applicable) (Salary slips, Form 16/ITR, Salary Statement)*
• IELTS/PTE/TOEFL Score Sheet
• Marriage Certificate
• Family Details (D.O.B, relationship, Occupation)
• ID Proofs of Applicant

INTAKES

COURSE INFORMATION<

Diplomas/Certificates

• Choose a course to suit your budget. For example, study for a two-year New Zealand Diploma in Engineering for $18,500 or a one-term Certificate in Computing for $12,425.

Bachelor’s degree

• Fees range from about $22,000 to $32,000, with higher fees for subjects such as medicine and veterinary science. Many bachelor’s degrees can be completed in three years.

Postgraduate degree

• Fees range from about $26,000 to $37,000, with higher fees for subjects such as medicine and veterinary science.

PhDs

• International PhD students pay the same as New Zealand PhD students, which is about $6,500 to $9,000 per year for most subjects.

English language courses

• Choose a course to suit your budget. For example, study a general English course for $350 per week, or a Cambridge English exam course for $5,100 for 12 weeks.

EDUCATION SYSTEM

New Zealand has eight state-funded universities, 16 Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs) which have been unified into the New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology (NZIST), 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. Programs are research-led and generally academic rather than vocational. In the 2020 QS World University Rankings, seven 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 programs, mainly at certificate and diploma level.

COST OF STUDY

PRE-DEPARTURE

Congratulations – you’ve been accepted to study in New Zealand! Here’s what you need to do before you leave.

You’re about to start on an incredible adventure. Keep these top tips in mind when you’re preparing for your New Zealand study experience.

Organise accommodation

If you are under the age of 18 you must have accommodation arranged in order to get your student visa. Even if you’re older, it’s still a good idea to organise accommodation before you arrive in New Zealand.

• Homestay: If you stay in a homestay, you will live with a host family. You will usually have a room of your own and all meals provided. Talk to your education provider about homestay opportunities.
• Hall of residence:  All universities and many institutes of technology and polytechnics (ITPs) provide student accommodation in halls of residence. You will get your own room with shared bathroom facilities, and at least two meals a day.
• Flatting: Many New Zealand students live together in a rented house or apartment (flat). You will have to cook your own meals and share expenses such as power and internet with your flatmates. A good place to look for a room in a flat is on Trade Me.

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