New ZealandNew Zealand, although it is the same size as Japan or Great Britain, but there are a lot of reasons that you should consider going there for your studies abroad. Many people will call natives of the country “Kiwis,” after the bird that only resides there and nowhere else in the entire world. Kiwis are some of the most amazing, loving, and welcoming people that you will ever meet. If you are a stranger, a native New Zealander is going to treat you like you are a friend. They are used to meeting new people, first because they travel a lot themselves, and also because a lot of people come to visit New Zealand as well. The culture on the islands is quite laid back and easy going, as well. So you’re not going to feel tense like you would if you went to a large city like London or New York City to study. There are just over 4 million people who reside on the country, and it is one of the safest places to live in the world.
Another cool thing about the people is that there are so many different kinds of people. For being such a small country, the diversity is greater than you see in many European countries. This is the number one reason to go anywhere for school, but New Zealand is amazing for their educational system. First, the tuition is some of the lowest in the world. You get a British-based education (due to their British influences) for a percentage of the cost. The degrees are recognized around the world as being up-to-date and practical. You will get a high quality, hands on education that you deserve. The New Zealand even goes so far as to checking each and every course, program, and certificate for quality so that they can be recognized around the world as high-quality education. Not only that, but the support services for international students are among the best in the world. They have a lot of expertise and experience in helping international students so that they can succeed in their programs.
The country’s higher education system has also well-earned its excellent reputation. The wide range of courses at the eight universities and multiple Institutes of Technology prove New Zealand to be a good alternative to other English-speaking countries as a place to study. All higher education institutions are recognized by the government. Cultural diversity is supported at universities and international students are provided with a good support system. Excellent PhD research projects are particularly sponsored by the government. All international students pay the same tuition fee as national students, 1,500 EUR per semester. In addition, students will receive excellent and personal one-on-one support with their dissertation.
A student visa is required for a stay longer than 3 months and must be applied for at the New Zealand embassy. Please allow a processing time of approximately five to six weeks.
A receipt of the semester tuition fees is a visa requirement and must be handed in at theNew Zealand Embassy. Students who are enrolled for a minimum of one year are allowed to work up to 20 hours during the semester and an unlimited amount during the semester break. All international students who have obtained a degree in New Zealand and have been granted the status Skilled Migrant Category will be given an open work visa for 6 month after completing their degree. Afterward it is possible to apply for a two year work visa or even permanent residency.
Spouses of international students with jobs that are in demand in New Zealand or who have already obtained a postgraduate degree can apply for an open work visa while their partner studies in New Zealand.
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