Study Abroad in New Zealand

New Zealand, an island country located in the South-West Pacific an area also referred to as Oceania. Approximately 2,800 American students will study abroad in New Zealand making it one of the more popular study abroad destinations. New Zealand is an English speaking country with a strong university system in an area with breathtaking Lord of the Ring-like topography. With its scenery and beaches it makes this country a favorite to most who want to study abroad.

University of Canterbury website
Fast facts
Language of instruction: English
Number of students enrolled: 15,000
Number of campuses: 2
Academic year: February – November
Autumn Semester Equivalent: July - November
Spring Semester Equivalent: Feburary - June
Location
Christchurch, is an ethnically diverse city offering an exciting and easy lifestyle for students. With a population of around 350,000, it is the largest city in the South Island and the second largest in the country. It is currently undergoing a major rebuilding and is in the process of transforming itself into one of the world’s most modern and sustainable cities. The University’s main campus is situated at Ilam, a suburb of Christchurch, about 5 km from the city centre.

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Direct Enrollment - University of Auckland

You directly enroll in courses at the University of Auckland, where classes are offered on a point system. A course load of 60 points per semester is defined as full time.

You directly enroll in the University of Auckland, a prestigious research university that has courses in more than 150 disciplines. The University has a wealth of options in Maori Studies and has a Marae (Maori sacred ground) on campus, indicative of not only Auckland’s diversity, but also its strong ties to the indigenous Maori heritage.

Education System
New Zealand’s education system is world-class, modern and responsive. It combines proven, traditional principles with innovation, creativity and fresh thinking to produce leaders and citizens equipped for the 21st century.

Education in New Zealand is student-centered. It is focused on supporting students to problem-solve, process information, work with others, create and innovate. Students have the opportunity to develop their potential along a number of possible pathways, academic and/or vocational.

In New Zealand, higher education focuses on the individual, challenges to traditional ideas are welcomed, and a climate of healthy, open debate helps you make your own discoveries.

College Fit: At the higher education level, students have a wide range of options when they choose a college or university. Although there are agencies that attempt to rank colleges and universities, the concept of “fit” is also important. The GPA* of admitted students are important, but majors offered, location, number of students enrolled, and campus culture are all factors in a prospective student’s decision. Some colleges and universities are publicly funded, while others are privately supported.

There's a Scholarship You Can Apply To

Go Overseas and Education New Zealand have partnered to offer several scholarships to study abroad in New Zealand. In 2017, we are giving away two undergraduate scholarships and two graduate scholarships!

To apply, choose three study abroad programs in New Zealand, submit a short essay explaining why you want to study abroad there, and submit a creative photo before Friday, October 13th, 2017.

2017 is our fourth year in a row that this scholarship has been offered, so apply today or check back next fall for more updates.

Note: Scholarship entries don't open until Friday, September 8th, so it's still too early to apply -- check back in a few weeks!

Admission Requirements for International Students
International students can gain admission to New Zealand universities in the following ways:

For admission to study at the first-year level

By completing in their home country a qualification which is recognised in New Zealand as equivalent to the New Zealand university entrance standard. (See this list for examples.)
By attending secondary school in New Zealand and achieving the university entrance standard.
By completing a foundation programme at a university in New Zealand.
By completing a recognised* university foundation programme offered by a non-university provider in New Zealand.
* Programmes must be recognised by Universities New Zealand – Te Pōkai Tara. Providers seeking recognition click here.

What is the cost of studying in New Zealand?
While New Zealand is a great place to study as an international student, it does have one downside – tuition costs. Fees for arts or social sciences range from NZ$20,000 (£9,680) a year. Courses in science and engineering can cost from NZ$25,000 (£12,000) per year.