New Zealand has eight state-funded universities, 16 Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs) which have been unified into the New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology (NZIST), and about 550 Private Training Establishments (PTEs), which include English language schools.
The New Zealand government has strong quality assurance systems to ensure high-quality education at all levels of the education system, both public and private. You can be certain of gaining a high-quality education that will improve your job prospects in the global marketplace.
The New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF) has 10 levels and covers a range of qualifications, from certificates to doctoral degrees. Any programme you’re considering studying in New Zealand should tell you which level of the NZQF you’d achieve when you graduated, as well as which qualification you’d obtain.
The NZQF levels are:
- Levels 1-4, which cover the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) - the main qualification in secondary schools - and basic trades training
- Levels 5-6, which cover advanced trades, technical and business qualifications
- Levels 7-10, which cover degrees, graduate and postgraduate qualifications.
New Zealand Bachelor Degrees are widely recognised internationally for enrolment in postgraduate programmes at universities around the world. If you study in New Zealand as an international student, education providers are responsible for making sure you are well informed, safe and properly cared for.
Eligibilty Criteria
Qualifications:
The very first criteria you need to meet at NZ institutions are your academic qualifications and grades from the previous education. Depending on the academic level of your chosen course qualifications and grades required may vary.
English language skills:
If you’re not a native whose first language is not English, to apply at a New Zealand institution you’ll need to show excellent language proficiency. IELTS is commonly accepted. Undergraduate students require a minimum score of 6.0. However, Postgraduate students require a minimum score of 6.5. TOEFL is also accepted.
For Undergraduate Diploma & Bachelors’ Degree:
Grade 12 or Equivalent
For Level 7 Diplomas:
Minimum Grade 12 + 2 Year Diploma/ Bachelor Degree or Masters’ Degree holders can apply as a Specialization option.
For Graduate Diplomas/ PG Diploma:
Minimum 12th + 3 Year Diploma/ Bachelors in relevant field or Masters’ Degree holders can apply as a Specialization option
Masters’ Degree:
Bachelor degree in relevant field
New Zealand Bachelor Degrees are widely recognised internationally for enrolment in postgraduate programmes at universities around the world. If you study in New Zealand as an international student, education providers are responsible for making sure you are well informed, safe and properly cared for.
Step-by-Step Process
Step 1: Assessment
Make an appointment with our counsellor for professional advice regarding your eligibility or course and study options. You can also send us email of your academics, English Language Proficiency scores (IELTS/TOEFL), Copy of Passport, any Work Experience documents in pdf format on email. We will then assess and offer you best possible options with regards to college/university and your area of study.
Step 2: Application
After you’ve chosen your course and university, college or school, it’s time to apply. Your counsellor will assist you in completing necessary application forms along with ‘Statement of Purpose’ and other documents. We take our job very seriously and follow the strictest legal and ethical standards.
We will contact your chosen university, college or school to make sure they support your application to improve your chances of acceptance.
Step 3: Offer of Place
Once the university or school receives your application it will be assessed and you will be notified of the result. Some institutes will conduct interviews to assess. The processing times of the application depend on a lot of factors, from your scores, to the assessment criteria of the institutes. If your application is successful, you’ll receive a ‘Offer of Place’ letter.
Step 4: Submit your Financials
After you have accepted your Offer, you need to submit evidence of your finances that should cover your tuition fees, living cost for entire duration of the course and travel expenses. The funds can be in the form of bank balance in savings or fixed deposits. Sanctioned Education loan letter can also be provided. If anyone is sponsoring your studies, then affidavits of support and relationship would be required.
Step 5: Apply for a student visa
Next step is to apply for your student visa. We provide complete support to our students in applying for your student visa application. Once approval is received, you will be asked to transfer your tuition fees. After receiving confirmation, you are ready to fly to New Zealand to pursue your studies.
Visa requirements
- An offer of place from an educational institution approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority
- A written guarantee from an institution or person that suitable accommodation is available to you in New Zealand (if you're under 18 years)
- Evidence of sufficient funds to live on while you are studying: You will need to show you have NZ$15,000 for a full year of study or NZ$1,250 per month in form of bank statements and Financial undertaking by a sponsor to cover accommodation and living costs.
- A return air ticket to your country, or evidence of sufficient funds to buy one.
- Visa Application Fee
Note:
- If you’re spending six months or more here in New Zealand you may need to be screened for tuberculosis.
- If you’re over 17 and intending to be in New Zealand for over two years, you'll need to provide a police certificate to show that you are of good character.
Please refer to the Department’s website for visa and fee details.
https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/options/study