Study in New Zealand

New Zealand is emerging as one of the topmost preferences among Indian students looking forward to study abroad. The country offers an excellent education system with ample research opportunities, affordable fee structure, an excellent support system and a better cost of living that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

Education System of New Zealand

The education system of New Zealand mainly focuses on both educational attainment and practical learning. It is rated as one of the best education systems in the world by London’s Legatum Institute. The country’s education system is based on a 3-tier model which includes primary and intermediate schooling, after that secondary schooling (high schools) and the final one, is the tertiary education at universities and polytechnics. The nation is ranked as the best-funded education system in the world since they have the highest percentage of public funding in the education sector.

Universities in New Zealand provide a variety of courses and programs to the students depending on their area of interest, so that students can undertake flexible courses.

The country offers numerous options for international students.

• - Level 1, 2, 3, and 4- Certificates
• - Level 5 and 6 Diplomas
• - Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree and graduate diploma
• - Level 8 Post Graduate Diploma
• - Level 9 Masters Degree
• - Level 10 Doctorate/PhD

In every academic level, there are numerous options for students, who wish to study aboard in New Zealand.

Study Abroad in New Zealand: When and how to apply

Know more about visa information

If you are planning to study in New Zealand, it is always advisable to start sending queries at least 6–8 months before the proposed date of admission. There are two intakes in a year: in January and July. Certain institutions do offer multiple intakes in the month of September and November. They start accepting applications in August prior to the academic year, you are applying for. Application forms are available online, request it via email or you can collect them from our offices. Application for vocational courses are open in March, April, May, July, and October (do check the university/institution).

Eligibility Criteria for studies in New Zealand

The general eligibility criteria for studies in New Zealand are mentioned below:

English Requirement

• - Both undergraduate and Master courses, the applicant must have a minimum score of 6.5 in IELTS for (the score depends on the course and university).
• - Several universities ask for a minimum score of 50 in PTE Academic for undergraduate and 64 for Masters Courses.

Undergraduate

• - 12 years of elementary and secondary education (12th /Intermediate).
• - Most universities accept a minimum of 75% aggregate marks and a minimum of 60% in English
• - Mathematics in class XII as a requirement (for some Sciences and Technology courses).
• - Minimum mandatory IELTS/PTE Academic scores

Masters in New Zealand

• - Bachelor’s degree.
• - Minimum compulsory IELTS / PTE Academic scores.
• - Relevant work experience (for MBA and IT program).