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The capital of New Zealand is Wellington (population approximately
400,000), situated at the southern tip of the North Island. Other
major cities and towns are:
Auckland (population approximately 1,100,000)
Hamilton (population 120,000)
Palmerston North (population approximately 75,000)
Christchurch (population approximately 400,000)
Dunedin (population approximately 110,000).
Why
study in New Zealand
New Zealand is becoming first choice for an increasing number of
international students seeking quality education. New Zealand universities,
colleges and other New Zealand education institutions offer students
a unique learning environment. This is supported by an integrated
education system. Students educated in the New Zealand education
environment are earning a reputation as a new breed of innovative
thinkers and are enjoying career success the world over.
New
Zealand Education System
Undergraduate
Degrees: Bachelor Degree- basic level for
most professions and entails 3 or more years of study; and the Bachelor
Degree with Honours- if the student achieves excellent results,
he can do further year of study and apply for honours.
Entry Requirements: Year 12 or equivalent from a recognized
board. An alternative entry path is to successfully complete a Foundation
Studies program or enter via a Diploma course offered by the recognized
polytechnics or Institutes of Technology. A minimum score of band
6.0 (no individual band less than 5.5) in IELTS is required. Some
institutions may require higher level of English proficiency.
Postgraduate
Degrees: Graduate Diploma-1 year course,
building further professional knowledge and skills. Masters Degree-
1 to 2 years.
Entry Requirements: a Bachelors degree with a first class
or upper second class from a recognized university. A work experience
is sometimes required. A minimum score of band 6.5 (no individual
band less than 6.0) in IELTS is required. Some institutions may
require higher level of English proficiency. Doctoral Degree (PhD)-
3 to 4 years. Entry requirements: a recognized masters degree, or
a first degree with first class honours, or an equivalent.
Universities and Institutions
There are 8 state-funded (government-funded) universities in New
Zealand. Most universities have specialist fields that they are
well known for, such as:
- The University of Auckland
- University of Otago
- University of Canterbury
- Lincoln University
- Massey University
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Auckland University of Technology
- The University of Waikato
- Pacific International Hotel Management School
In addition to the above-mentioned universities, there are 21 state-funded
(government-funded) polytechnics and institutes of technology in
New Zealand, which offer foundation and diploma courses.
Tuition Fees and Living Expenses
The tuition fees vary from course to course and from university
to university. The tuition fees usually vary from NZ$ 10,000 to
NZ$ 18,000 (Rupees 2 Lakh to Rupees 3.75 Lakh) per annum. The estimated
living expenses per annum are around NZ$ 9,000 to NZ$ 11,000 (Rupees
2 Lakh approximately), which include accommodation, food, travel
expenses, clothing and communication etc.
Part Time Work
International students who wish to work during the long summer
holidays are permitted to do so if they are undertaking a full time
course of more than 12 months duration. They will need to apply
for a variation to their student permit from the local branch of
the New Zealand Immigration Service and pay a fee. (It should be
noted however, finding employment should not be an expectation for
those entering a tertiary institution).
Postgraduate students may, on application, be granted a variation
to their study permit to enable them to undertake part-time employment
during their studies provided the employment does not exceed 15 hours
per week and the application is accompanied by a letter of support
from the institution.
Further Information
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