Studying in New Zealand has many benefits to students. Qualifications obtained in New Zealand are of a high quality and recognised globally. Students benefit from studying in a beautiful, peaceful and stable country that is welcoming, culturally diverse and tolerant. Students may also work to support their studies and, once graduated, have several visa options available to them to work in New Zealand.
What do you need to know? In order to undertake any study program in New Zealand longer than three months will require an appropriate student visa. As an international student you will require a placement offer or confirmation of enrolment in an approved program; have paid, or be exempt from paying, your tuition fees upfront; hold insurance; and meet maintenance fund requirements. Depending on your circumstances, you maybe eligible for work rights during the currency of your student visa. Domestic students are exempt from paying for public primary and secondary schooling.
What can you do? Do your research to ensure your intended program and educational provider are approved and recognised. As tuition is offered in English you will need to prove your English language ability with your education provider so ensure you meet these requirements before investing much into the process. Working with a licensed immigration adviser ensures visa complications don’t hinder the important investment you are making in your education.
FEE PAYING STUDENT VISA
If you’re from overseas, you can apply for a visa to study full-time in New Zealand. This will require you to pay the full cost of your courses whilst being enrolled with an approved education provider. Enjoy New Zealand’s high-quality teaching standards and gain internationally recognised qualifications.
PATHWAY STUDENT VISA
You can apply to study up to 3 consecutive courses on a single student visa in New Zealand. You’ll need to have a Pathway Student Visa offer of place with a Pathway education provider and be able to pay your tuition fees. While you’re here, you can enjoy New Zealand’s high-quality teaching standards and gain internationally recognised qualifications.
DEPENDENT CHILD STUDENT VISA
Dependent children of certain kinds of work and student visa holders can apply for a student visa to allow them to go school while their parents work or study in New Zealand. The children can be treated as domestic students, which means they don’t have to pay tuition fees to go to a primary or secondary school.
