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Education and life in New Zealand
Education Zone
The Land
• Two main islands separated by Cook Strait
• Similar size to United Kingdom/Japan
• Snow-capped mountains
• Golden beaches
• Wide open spaces & natural bush
Kia Ora:Welcome to New Zealand
New Zealand & The World
• Situated in the Southern
Hemisphere the
South Pacific
• East of Australia
• 3 hours from Sydney
• 18 hours from Dubai (via
Singapore, Hong Kong,
KL or Bangkok)
Kiwis
New Zealanders are often called ‘Kiwis’ after
the name of their national bird the Kiwi and
the kiwi fruit
Kiwis - the people
Multicultural society
Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle
Enjoy meeting other people
Value independence and
equality
English speaking
Well known for their warm
and friendly welcome
Kiwis - the people
Population 4 million +
78% of European
descent
15% NZ Maori
5% Pacific Islanders
2% Chinese, Indians,
Arabs, etc..
Climate • Temperate climate year
round
• Seasons are: – Summer (January March)
20°-25ºC
– Winter (July September) 8°-12°C
• January and February are the warmest months
• July is the coldest month
New Zealand Provides the Perfect Growing Conditions
Student Visas • Proof of funds
• Accommodation
• Fee Payment
• Academic Records
• Genuine offer of
Placement in a Course
• Air Ticket
Safety and Security
• New Zealand is safe, secure and
stable
• Clean and unpolluted
environment
• Voted the Best Destination in
the World by “Lonely Planet
2003, 2004, and till now”
• Some of its cities are voted best
city t live in
• Top in anti corruption list
You may apply for authority to work under the
following circumstances:
Have fulfilled the course requirements
A maximum of 20 hrs a week for tertiary students
undertaking a long term course of study
During the summer and New Year holiday period
On completing your course of study
As a postgraduate student
Studying and Working in New Zealand
Education System in New Zealand
Level Age
Pre School 3 - 5 years
Primary 5 - 10years
Intermediate 11-12years
Secondary 13-17years
Tertiary 18 + years
Universities in New Zealand
Welcome to New Zealand
AUCKLAND
The University of Auckland
Auckland University of Technology
Massey University, Albany Campus
WELLINGTON
Massey University, Wellington
campus
Victoria University of Wellington
CHRISTCHURCH
University of Canterbury
Lincoln University
DUNEDIN
University of Otago
PALMERSTON North
Massey University
HAMILTON
The University of Waikato
Why is New Zealand the New World Class?
• International recognition
• top ranked universities
• Research based teaching
• High standard and quality
programmes
• Interdisciplinary teaching
• Excellent computing and
library services
• Transferable Credits
University Programmes
• Undergraduate
(Bachelors and
Diplomas)
• Postgraduate
(Masters and
PHDs
English Language Requirements
• IELTS 6.5 or higher
• TOEFL 95 or higher
University Tuition Fees
Undergraduate fees
NZ$ 22,000 – 27,000 p.a.
Postgraduate fees
NZ$ 25,000 – 30,000 p.a.
NZ$1 = AED 2.90 (June 2012)
Note: course fees vary between various universities
Polytechnics and
Institutes of Technology
• 21 polytechnics
• Government established institutions
• Offer a range of programmes
• Situated throughout New Zealand
Qualifications
• Degrees (Bachelors, Masters and PHD)
• Diplomas
• Certificates
Features of Polytechnic Study
• Many entry levels
• Work ready graduates
• Small tutor student ratio
• Latest technology
• Strong industry links
Polytechnic Entry Requirements (Academic)
• Degree Courses: Foundation programme,
IB or A levels
• Diploma Courses:
New Zealand Sixth Form, high school or
Equivalent
Polytechnics: fees and
intakes
• Intakes February and July
• Fees NZ$ 16000 - 25000
English Language Providers
• Universities
• Polytechnics
• Private Tertiary
• Secondary Schools
• Private Language Schools
Living Costs in New Zealand
• Accommodation, food, textbooks, toiletries, some domestic travel
NZ$ 12,000 - 15,000 p.a.
Types of Accommodation
• Halls of residence/hostels
– NZ$ 240 - 300 per
week
• Flats/apartments
– NZ$ 200 - 250 per
week
– food costs DHM 84 - 152 per week
• Home stay
– DH 200 - 360 per
week
Homestays
Provide the chance to live with New
Zealanders in a family environment
• Provides the chance to live with New Zealanders in a family environment
Support for International Students
• Additional academic support
• Counselling services:
- Courses, careers, financial, personal
• English language assistance
• Orientation and on-going support
Advantages of studying in NZ
• British Based Education System
• Recreational Paradise
• Warm & Welcoming Environment
• New Zealand Provides the Perfect Growing Conditions
• Association with Fresh Thinkers
• High Quality Living Conditions