Why Study in New Zealand
New Zealand has an international reputation as a provider of high quality education. The country offers an excellent study opportunities and support services for international students. Academic, professional and vocational studies courses are available at universities, polytechnics and institutes
All New Zealand universities provide an internationally recognized education.
Students come from all over the world to study in New Zealand not only for its safe learning environment and quality education, but also to take in its fabulous natural scenery, rich variety of cultural activities and friendly people.
New Zealand universities and researchers have a good reputation for independent thinking – and for a small country has become a big player in areas as diverse as film-making and biotechnology.
Education System
New Zealand offer world-class facilities, resources and teaching staff, and our qualifications are valued and transferable throughout the world. New Zealand’s universities perform very highly on a global level. Education system in New Zealand encourages inventive thinking and teaching techniques that reach far beyond traditional rote learning. New Zealand has eight major universities, spread out across the north and south islands. These universities are state owned and follow a research based academic method. Many have appeared in international Best Universities lists. To ensure that both the Government and individuals are investing in quality education, training and assessment, the Government has set up nationally recognised processes of quality assurance.
There are a number of government appointed bodies responsible for approving qualifications in New Zealand and for the quality that determines the delivery of qualifications. These bodies are: New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA)and New Zealand Vice-Chancellor's Committee (NZVCC).NZQA approves and register courses of private institutes and polytechnics NZQA ensures that New Zealand qualifications are valued as credible and robust both nationally and internationally. And NZVCC approves courses offered by new Zealand university.
Type of Institutions
Universities in New Zealand
University education has a similar tradition to the British university system. There are eight state-funded universities in New Zealand, all of them internationally respected for their academic and research performance. Universities in New Zealand are known for groundbreaking research ,commitment to innovation ,close links with the community and because of their tradition of academic excellence Each university undertakes internal quality checks. The University provide a warm and welcoming environment and an intellectual climate in which students are encouraged to excel. Programmes are relevant, reflect current research and meet the needs of the International Student community. All New Zealand universities offer a different range of subjects in Arts, Commerce and Science. University provide programmes in many subjects like Medicine, Engineering, Veterinary Science. Computer Studies, Agriculture and Environmental Studies, Sports-Science, Biotechnology, Architecture,Journalism ,Media etc. . A range of under graduate and postgraduate diplomas is also available.University offers Bachelors,master and doctorate programme. University in New Zealand has World-class facilities – from gyms to libraries and cafes
Polytechnics in New Zealand
New Zealand has many modern educational polytechnics with a significant history which provide quality skills for quality careers .Programmes are backed by strong industry links, experienced teachers and an innovative, collaborative research culture.Polytechnics are committed to providing excellence in tertiary education .New Zealand Polytechnics, and Institutes of Technology, are state funded and provide education and training at all levels ranging from introductory studies through to full degree programmes. A few of them offer PG programmes as well. Polytechnics and Institutes of Technology are efficient tertiary providers offering programmes which can be both academically and vocationally focused. Due to their active engagement with industry, employers and government agencies they provide programmes which are of a high academic standard and are relevant to the rapidly changing workforce on a global basis. Polytechnics offer diverse courses like Arts and Design, Travel & Tourism, Hospitality etc.
Private Training Providers (PTEs)
Private training establishments are registered and their courses are approved by NZQA. Institutions and schools in this sector provide a range of courses including English language, aviation flight training, English, business computing, dance, design and arts, travel and tourism and training for the hospitality industry.
Courses
Undergraduate Vocational Study
It is offered at Polytechnics, Institutes of Technology, and private tertiary and training establishments.
Students are awarded certificates, diplomas and degrees in a diverse range of subjects.
The major education providers are registered with the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA).
Diplomas are levels 5 and 6
Diplomas often prepare learners for self-directed application of skills and knowledge. These qualifications recognise capacity for initiative and judgement across a broad range of educational and vocational areas.
Bachelor’s Degree
A Bachelors Degree is a systematic and coherent introduction to the knowledge, ideas, principles, concepts, chief research methods and problem-solving techniques of a recognized major subject
Bachelors’ degrees are level 7.
A Bachelor’s degree lasts for 3 to 4 years at University.
An additional year of research at University, awards an Honours degree.
Majority of the degree structures provide an opportunity to combine your 'major' subject with supporting subjects known as 'minor' subjects
Postgraduate
Postgraduate certificates & Diplomas, and Bachelor's degrees with honours are level 8
A Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma extends and deepens a candidate’s knowledge and skills by building on attainment in the principal subject(s) of the qualifying degree.
Master's
The Master's degree is open to those who have completed a Bachelors degree.
Masters degrees are level 9. They are constituted in one discipline or coherent program of study. They may be undertaken by taught courses or research or by a combination of both.
The Masters degrees are usually built on undergraduate degrees, bachelor with honours degrees, or postgraduate diplomas.
A Masters degree typically last for 2 years at University.
An additional year of research results in an Honours degree. It is only awarded to students who are not having an Honours degree.
Students usually complete advanced-level subjects in the first year of study. The second year is devoted to research for your thesis.
Doctorate
Doctoral Degree
They are at level 10 and require a student to have either a Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with Honours.
Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD/DPhil)
Doctorate programmes generally take at-least 3 years of full time study to complete. All students have at least one main supervisor and one associate supervisor. You would normally require a research-based master's or honours degree to gain admission to the PhD programme It is a fully research based degree. PHD students pay domestic tuition fee which is a ‘benefit’ of fee difference from international fees to domestic fees’.
New Zealand Degree Programs
A ‘degree’ is an advanced tertiary qualification. It is awarded after the satisfactory completion of an advanced study program.
The following minimum requirements are to be met for getting admission into a degree program:
An overall average of 70% with a minimum of 60% in English in All-India Senior School Certificate or the Higher Secondary School Certificate, or Indian School Certificate (ISC) with a 50% grade average or Higher School Certificate (HSC) with a 65% average.
Completion of 12 years of elementary and secondary education, which implies qualifying in class 12th examination or junior college as applicable.
Graduate Diploma
The Graduate Diploma is meant for degree graduates willing to broaden their knowledge and skills in their chosen area of specialization or a new subject at the undergraduate level.
Entry
The degree graduates can take admission in the graduate diplomas. Level 6 & 7 qualifications can also be considered as suitable for entry into graduate diploma programs.
Bachelor with Honours
For enrolling into this program, the students must be graduates having a recognized Bachelors degree with a B/B+ grade average. The students are also required having a major in the relevant subject area with a B/B+ grade average.
For Postgraduate Diploma
The students are required being a graduate of a recognized Bachelors degree. They should also have a major in the relevant subject area with a B/B+ grade average.
Masters Degree
The student needs to be a graduate of a recognized Bachelors degree (of 3-4 years) with advanced study, and have a good grades in the subject in which he/she intends to major for the Masters degree. In case, a student fails to meet the above requirement, a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, Bachelor with Honours or Postgraduate Diploma in the appropriate major subject will be required.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Admission in MBA program requires a Bachelors degree and at least two to five years of relevant post qualification work experience, as well as supportive referee’s reports.
Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
Admission to M Phil requires bachelors with Honours or Masters degree, with at least Second Class Honours (First Division) or Distinction. Entrance is at the discretion of the Postgraduate Studies Committee.
Doctor of Education (DEd)
Admission to doctorate programs requires bachelors with Honours or Masters degree, with at least Second Class Honours (First Division) or Distinction. Entrance is at the discretion of the Postgraduate Studies Committee.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Admission to PhD in New Zealand requires bachelors with Honours or Masters degree, with at least Second Class Honours (First Division) or Distinction. Entrance lies at the discretion of the Postgraduate Studies Committee.
Application Process
Intakes
The acadamic year is from mid / late February to early November and most Universities have 2 semesters . Each University operates slightly different dates and some also offer summer school in the main holiday period in November to February. Intakes are in February, July and sometimes in September.
English Language Requirements
All students must be fluent in English language .A band of 6.0/6.5 for undergraduate & 6.5 / 7.5 for postgraduate courses is desirable.Some Institutes can waive off Ielts also.For more details contact Proven Intentional
Documents
Documents needed for making an application are resume, statement of purpose, mark sheets & certificates of X, XII, till Graduation or relevant degree transcripts in specific cases, Certificates of extra curricular activities, passport copy & 2 reference letters from colleges & employers.
Cost of Education
Tuition Fee & Living Costs:
Undergraduate study usually costs about NZ$17,000–$20,000 a year
Postgraduate study usually costs about NZ$20,000–$23,000 a year
MBA can cost up to NZ$ 35000-40,000
Living Costs - $ 10000 For 1 year Exchange Rate – 1NZ$ = INR 35
Working During Studies
You are eligible to work part time, while studying full time, under certain circumstances
To meet course requirements for practical work experience, or
During the Christmas and New Year holiday period if you are in a full-time course of study lasting 12 months or longer, and/or
For up to 20 hours in any given week during the academic year if you are in full-time study:
The course is at least two years long and you are studying at a private training establishment or tertiary institution.
The course leads to a New Zealand qualification that qualifies for points under the Skilled Migrant Category of Immigration New Zealand’s Residence Policy.
The course is at least one academic year long and you are taking part in an approved tertiary exchange scheme.
Working After Studies
The students will be eligible to work in New Zealand after completing their studies. They will need to apply for a work permit.
Applying for a work visa/permit under the Graduate Job Search Policy
You can apply for a visa/permit under the Graduate Job Search Work Policy if you do not yet have a job offer. Permits granted under this policy are valid for a period of 12 months. They allow you to work in a temporary job while still looking for a related job in your field. To be eligible for a work permit under this ‘Graduate Job Search Policy’ you must fulfill some requirement .
Applying for a work visa/permit when you have a job offer
You can apply for a work visa/ permit under the Study to Work Policy if you have an offer of employment relevant to your qualification. This work visa/permit would be valid for a maximum period of:
2 years, for obtaining practical experience suitable to your qualification; or
3 years, if you are working towards obtaining a membership or registration from a New Zealand professional association which requires more than 2 years of relevant practical work experience.
Partners and Children of Student
If your partner or children want to accompany you to New Zealand, they will be required to apply for a visitor visa; or a separate student visa if they will also be studying for more detail Proven Intentional
Your passport
The passport of the partners or dependents should be valid for at least three months past the date they are to leave New Zealand.