New Zealand has become increasingly popular worldwide as a preferred study destination. It is a beautiful country with an excellent and modern educational system. A globally recognized educational experience is guaranteed through the NZQA – New Zealand Qualification Authority.
New Zealand is home to over twenty-five state funded and supported institutes that offer certificate and diploma study programs. Students can choose among:
A great option for foreign married students is that New Zealand allows for a spouse to obtain a full-time work permit while their wife or husband studies in New Zealand.
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Auckland is home to New Zealand’s highest ranked and largest university. The University of Auckland, established in 1883, boasts eight faculties and six different campuses and is consistently ranked the top university in New Zealand and ranked 82nd globally.
The University has more than 40,000 students enrolled annually, making it a lively academic city. The university has been at the forefront in scientific research with contributions such as the discovery of fighting the resistance to antibacterial by Dr Siouxsie Wiles and his team using glow-worm genes in microbes.
Auckland is also rated as one of the most liveable cities in the world. It offers beaches, beautiful lush forests, and waterfront areas together with great shopping, restaurants and entertainment venues. The city offers numerous cultural and sporting events throughout the year adding to its attractiveness as a meta for university students.
Auckland is also home to the Auckland University of Technology, originally founded in 1895, having obtained university status in 2000, it is ranked among the top 550 institutions globally. This university offers both undergraduate and graduates degree programs in applied sciences, business administration, computer science and information technology, and engineering among others.
Christchurch is home to the University of Canterbury, which is the second oldest institution of higher learning in New Zealand having been established in 1873. The University of Canterbury was ranked third nationally in 2018 and 214th internationally.
Student enrolment numbers approximately 14,900 students of which 1100 are international. The school offers study courses in:
among others. It also offers a vibrant student community with more than 130 clubs and societies for students to participate in. The school is renowned for its fine arts program. The campus features modern facilities with many open spaces.
Lincoln University, established in 1878, ranked seventh nationally in 2018 and 319th globally, also calls Christchurch home. This university is ranked among the 500 best educational centres globally. It is ranked among the world’s fifty top universities for agriculture and forestry.
Another outstanding and renowned institution that is located in Christchurch is the Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology. The cost of living in Christchurch is moderate and students are permitted to work part-time while studying in some study programs.
Dunedin is a city, which is rich in history and culture. Summer weather is generally mild and while winters are cool they are sunny. Dunedin is home to the oldest university in New Zealand: the University of Otago, which was established in 1869.
This University has both EQUIS and AACSB accreditations and was ranked second nationally in 2018 and 151st internationally. It houses four faculties:
The cost of living in Dunedin is lower than in other larger New Zealand cities and a good public transportation system facilitates students in arriving at the university on a daily basis. The university has a student enrollment of approximately 20,800.
The city is known for its gothic style architecture and gardens and is often cited among the world’s most beautiful universities. The University excels in health sciences. It also hosts over 150 societies and clubs for the student to join.
New Plymouth is a well-known location for both entertainment and sporting events. This city has a moderate climate all year round, making it particularly attractive. New Plymouth is home to WITT- the Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki. This is the only state institution, which offers certificates as well as degree oriented course work. It offers study programs in:
together with studies in Beauty Therapy, Carpentry, Fitness, Hairdressing, Hospitality, and Make-up Artistry.
New Zealand is renowned for its tourism and tradition of hospitality, and New Plymouth’s Pacific International Hotel Management School specializes in hospitality studies. The school offers quality preparation and a real-life learning experience for students who hope for a career in hotel management.
Wellington is the capital city of New Zealand and is home to the nationally fourth-ranked and internationally ranked 219th Victoria University of Wellington (est. 1897) and to the nationally sixth-ranked and internationally ranked 316th Massey University (est. 1927).
Victoria University offers a wide range of study programs with law, humanities and social sciences among the most noted. It is the highest ranked university for research and has relations with government and international agencies. The university follows a British style framework for its study programs.
Massey University is well known for applied study programs and its close ties to the surrounding community. Massey is the only university to offer study courses in aviation, nanoscience, veterinary medicine, and dispute resolution. Wellington’s generally sunny weather and beautiful sandy beaches offer added perks for students choosing Wellington for higher studies.
The University of Canterbury is pleased to offer the International First Year Award. The funding is open for high-achieving International students (except New Zealand and Australia) to study undergraduate program. Up to twenty-five scholarships may be awarded.
Award: $10,000 – $20,000 for this course of 1 year
Application Deadline: October 31, 2019
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Victoria University of Wellington is pleased to offer multiple opportunities to apply for undergraduate and postgraduate placements. The Victoria Tongarewa Scholarship is open for the international candidates who are going to enrol at the university as a new freshman student.
Award: $5,000 or $10,000
Application Deadline: 31 May, 31 October
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Victoria University of Wellington is pleased to announce the Therle Drake Postgraduate Scholarship. The award is open to NZ citizens, permanent residents and international students.
Award: Approximately $12,000
Application Deadline: 31 March, 1 November
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Auckland University Technology is delighted to offer the master’s research scholarship. New Zealand citizens or permanent resident of New Zealand are eligible to apply for this grant.
Award: $5,000 to $15,000
Application Deadline: October 1, 2019, and October 1, 2020
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Funded by the New Zealand government, The Prime Minister’s Scholarship for Latin America (PMSLA) is a program awarded to individuals. The program is open those students who are at least 18 years old. It currently covers the following costs relating to the study, internship or research in Latin America.
Award: Costs relating to the study, internship or research
Application Deadline: Check back in mid-July for the August 2019
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The University of Auckland is pleased to offer multiple applications for the Doctoral Scholarship. The award is open for high achieving international and domestic students enrolled in doctoral study. It will provide guaranteed grants include a stipend, tuition fees and international student insurance.
Award: Up to $27,900 pa for 2019 plus compulsory fees and international health insurance
Application Deadline: No application required
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Enhance your career opportunities and gain valuable research experience by joining this Summer Research Scholarships. The Victoria University of Wellington is pleased to offer a unique opportunity for external organisations, academics and students to work together in research.
The program is open to students who have completed at least two years of their undergraduate degree and are currently enrolled full-time at any Australian or New Zealand University.
Award: 265 awards
Application Deadline: Applications for 2019/2020 scholarships will open on 2 September 2019.
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New Zealand has a stellar reputation for providing quality education with many modern and state of the art facilities. It offers great support services for international students. It also has lower annual tuition costs and a lower cost of living in comparison to the UK, USA, Canada or Australia depending on where you choose to study.
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