Student Visa Info

New Zealand is well-known for its beautiful coastlines, jagged mountain ranges, welcoming people, and unique heritage influenced by the native Maori culture. It is located in the South Pacific about 1,400 miles east of Australia and consists of a few main islands plus several smaller surrounding islands. The public is just about 4 million people and contains a vivacious mix of European, Maori, Polynesian and Asian cultures.

Universities in New Zealand

University of Auckland:

(1). located in the heart of downtown Auckland.

(2). Offers programs in Biomedical, Chemical and Materials Science, Civil and Environmental, Electrical, Mechanical and Software Engineering.

University of Canterbury:

(1). Offers programs in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Chemical, Civil, Environmental Engineering and Computer Science.

(2). Located just outside the heart of downtown Christchurch on New Zealand’s South Island.

(3). Downtown Christchurch - 15 minutes by bus

(4). Sumner Beach - 25 minutes by bus

(5). Methven / Mt. Hutt Ski Village - 1.5 hours by bus/car

Otego University:

(1). Offers programs in science, math and health related degrees.

(2). Located in downtown Dunedin.

(3). Less than one mile from the steepest street in the world.

(4). widely regarded by students as the best college town in New Zealand.

Auckland: The City of Sails, as it is known, counts more boats per capita than any other place in the world. From hosting America’s Cup to the hundreds of sailing ships, water taxis, and ferries, Auckland’s connection to the water defines the city. Not only is Auckland bordered on all sides by bays, harbors, and the ocean, but the city also is ringed by seven volcanoes and miles of beaches– making it a stunning setting.

Optional Universities

(1). University of Otego, Dunedin

(2). Victoria University of Wellington

(3). University of Auckland

(4). University of Canterbury, Christchurch

Studying in a new country, away from homeland, is an inspiring experience for the hopeful. The experience can both be academically and personally satisfying. So far, it is always good to gather all the applicable information about the country before making your decisions.

Here are some things that all ’study overseas’ expectant should know about:

(1) Study about the laws and cultural affairs of the country before you make a decision to go there.

(2) As you are subject to the laws and custom of the foreign country, stay away from any disorderly, riotous behavior while you are in the new place. .

(3) Checkup with the embassy of the respective country to get information about visa-updates and other entry details.

(4) If you are going overseas for higher studies, you should first check the reputation of the university or the institute you choose to pursue your studies. Make efforts to know about ‘which university is the reputed one, for the subject I’m aspiring for?’

(5) The school or the university department, you are going to join, will offer information about different admission criteria for foreign students. You can get information from relevant websites too besides gathering the appropriate information from the ex-students of those universities.

(6) Apply for your passport at the earliest possible to avoid final moment confusions

(7)Going overseas for higher studies generally entails huge expenditure. Many universities offer student-funds and merit scholarships for international students. You can avail these funds and scholarships to meet your expenses.

(8) Personal interview is a part of the selection procedure of most universities and schools. Enhancing your communication skills and subject knowledge can help you face the interview with confidence.

(9)Read carefully the consular information sheet to make yourself familiar with the travel information about the respective country.

Living in a foreign country is an motivating and learning experience. To have wholesome and enjoyable stay students must adapt themselves to culture of that country. For adoption students must first familiarize themselves with the customs and traditions of that particular country. Students can get country specific information from internet or through books.

Before going overseas for studying, students are generally anxious. Some of the doubts that may move stealthily in students mind are:

(1) Is studying overseas more beneficial than studying at home?

(2) Can I cope with the financial and other demands of studying overseas?

(3) Can I look forward to a healthy life overseas?

(4) Whether I will be able to get a feel for to the culture of the country ?

To calm all these doubts we have come up with this guide for students going overseas.