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

• Tips for Students Going Overseas