A vibrant nation offering excellent study opportunities in a safe environment, New
Zealand was the first country to adopt a code of practice that sets out standards
for the care of international students, in and out of the classroom thus ensuring
that they are well taken care of. The international students can enjoy a quality
lifestyle at very affordable costs of living. There are around 4,000 Indian students
in New Zealand & issued about 3,800 visas in this academic year. The job market
in the New Zealand is still hot. It is good place to find work with good salary
levels. New Zealand is the only country that provides a one-year job search visa,
regardless of the course pursued by a student. The educational institutes are divided
into Universities, Institutes of technology and polytechnics (ITP’s) and Private
Training Establishments (PTE’S). These qualifications are recognized all across
the world.
5 TOP REASONS FOR STUDYING IN NEW ZEALAND
- British-based education system with world-class, highly respected qualifications
- nnovative teaching methods and technology
- Universities in the Top 500 worldwide rankings
- Personalised learning in a range of class settings and sizes
- Scenic beauty and modern, dynamic culture make New Zealand a great place to study
REQUIRED TESTS
New Zealand colleges and universities accept either TOFEL or IELTS scores as proof of English proficiency.
- IELTS Academic Requirement
- Diplomas (Levels 5 and 6)-Overall score of 5.5 band
- Bachelor’s degree and graduate diplomas (Level 7)–Overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5
- Master’s degrees (Level 9) –Overall band score of 6.5 & band score of 6.0 in all bands
EDUCATION SYSTEM
Education system in New Zealand follows the three-tier
model of primary, secondary, and tertiary or post-secondary. This generally includes
universities, private institutions, colleges, and polytechnics. New Zealand's educational
institutions offer quality secondary school education, a well-established network
of English-language schools, and internationally respected and recognised tertiary
education providers. Post-secondary education is regulated by the New Zealand Qualifications
Authority (NZQA). As well as state-owned education providers, there are approximately
860 private training establishments (PTEs) in New Zealand. They are privately owned
and funded, although some of their courses attract government funding and they include
quality English-language providers. They offer a wide variety of courses that lead
to qualifications in a large range of vocations from scuba diving to hospitality
to business. NZQA requires that Private Training Establishments (PTEs) have adequate
protection of student fees and tuition. Polytechnics offer education and training
at tertiary levels ranging from introductory studies through to full degree programmes.
They deliver technical, vocational, and professional education. There are 23 polytechnics
or institutes of technology in New Zealand. The National Qualifications Framework
is a system of national qualifications available through study in schools, polytechnics,
colleges of education, etc. The Framework provides nationally recognised, consistent
standards and qualifications. The Framework is endorsed and supported by New Zealand's
education and training providers, employers and national industry and professional
groups. It is compatible with similar systems in the U.K., Europe, South Africa,
Australia, and North America. There are 10 levels of study in New Zealand schools
and universities. The lowest level is a certificate and the highest is a doctoral
degree. Each level is more complex than the one below it. These are the names of
our qualifications and their levels:
Certificates are levels 1 to 4 Diplomas are levels 5 and 6 Bachelor’s degree and graduate diplomas are level 7 Post graduate certificate and diplomas and bachelor’s degree with honours are level 8 Master’s degrees are level 9 • Doctoral degrees are level 10
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