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Study Abroad - NEW ZEALAND

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New Zealand provides opportunities to study under internationally recognized academics and researchers in a wide range of disciplines.
     Qualifications from New Zealand Universities rank with the  world's best and have a reputation for being practical and modern. In some niche areas, such as biotechnology, forensic science and marine engineering, New Zealand degrees are acknowledged as world-leading.
Students educated here earn a reputation as a new breed of innovative thinkers, and enjoying success the world over. The OECD Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) ranks New Zealand's school system very highly. 
     As a former British colony, New Zealand's education system is based on the prestigious British system. New Zealand's universities perform very highly on a global level. Many feature in international university rankings like the Times Higher Education Supplement Top 500 and the Shanghai Jiao Tong Top 500.
     New Zealand education is increasingly international in character, driven by trends, which include the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) revolution, employment markets extending beyond national borders, and a well-travelled population of students, teaching staff and researchers. New Zealandwas 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. All institutions that host international students have staff dedicated to ensuring their time in New Zealandis happy and successful.
        Most of the universities have been taking International students for the last 50 - 60 years. About 9% of total students enrolled in New Zealanduniversities are international students. Auckland, Christchurch, Palmerstone North, Dunedin, Hamilton and Wellington cities house most of the top ranked universities in this country. Students are given a visa to search for a job after completion of their course and also have a good opportunity to migrate. New Zealand government also offers stay back option with full time work permit for qualified students. Expenses involved are comparatively less than the other major destinations viz. USA, UK, Canada or Australia. 
     
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General Information
New Zealand, called "The land of the long white cloud", is a country of stunning and diverse natural beauty which includes: jagged mountains, steep fjords, pristine lakes, raging rivers, scenic beaches, and active volcanic features. New Zealand is made up of two main islands, the North and South Islands, Te Ika a Maui and Te Wai Pounamu respectively in Māori, and a number of smaller islands, located near the centre of the water hemisphere. The capital is Wellington and the largest city is Auckland.
      New Zealandis notable for its geographic isolation; it is situated about 2,000 kilometers (1,200 miles) southeast of Australiaacross the Tasman Sea, and its closest neighbors to the north are New Caledonia, Fijiand Tonga.
      The majority of New Zealand's population is of European descent; the indigenous Māori are the largest minority. Asians and non-Māori Polynesians are also significant minority groups, especially in urban areas. The most commonly spoken language is English. Most people live around New Zealand's coastline and in the north.
     The climate throughout the country is mild and temperate, mainly maritime, with mean annual temperatures ranging from 10°C in the south to 16°C in the north. The New Zealand Dollar, informally known as the "Kiwi Dollar", is the currency of New Zealand. Christianity is the predominant religion in New Zealand. 
Note: The above mentioned is only an outline on the subject. Therefore, we recommend referring concerned official websites for detailed and updated information.
Cost Of Study & Living
New Zealand offers a wide range of educational programs for aspirants. They range from Certificate Programs to Post Graduate Programs. The duration for these programs varies from 6 months to 3 years depending upon the program. The tuition fees for the same vary from 9950 to 30000NZD per year or Rs.437800 to Rs.1320000.Elligible candidates can avail scholarships for certain programs. On an average the cost of study will be (approx) 
Tuition Fee: 
I year program - Tuition Fee will be 9950NZD to 30000NZD or Rs.437800 to Rs.1320000
II year program - Tuition Fee will be 19900NZD to 60000NZD or Rs.875600to Rs.2640000
III year program- Tuition Fee will be 29850NZD to 90000NZD or Rs.1313400 to Rs.3960000

Total Living Expense: 
The total living expense for an International student will be approximately around 10000NZD per year which includes rent, food, transportation, personal expenses and other miscellaneous expenses. This figure is subject to change depending upon the lifestyle of the student, location and the type of accommodation He / She chooses which may vary from the College or University accommodation to renting a flat on one's own. 
The above conversion has been done @1NZD = Rs.44 as on 01-07-2011. Subject to change

REPUTED AND LEADING UNIVERSITIES & COLLEGES INNEW ZEALAND 
University of Auckland
University of Waikato
University of Canterbury
Victoria University of Wellington
University of Otago
Massey University
Auckland University of Technology
Lincoln University Canterbury
Waikato Institute of Technology
Unitec New Zealand
University of Otago Wellington Schoolof Medicine & Health Science
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology
Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology
Eastern Institute of Technology Hawke's Bay
Otago Polytechnic
University of Otago Christchurch Schoolof Medicine & Health Science
Whitireia Polytechnic
Wellington Institute of Technology
Manukau Institute of Technology
Southern Institute of Technology
Bay of Plenty Polytechnic Tauranga
Waiariki Institute of Technology
Universal College of Learning
International Pacific College
Northland Polytechnic
New Zealand School of Music
Aoraki Polytechnic
Te Wananga o Aotearoa
Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki
Tai Poutini Polytechnic
Tairawhiti Polytechnic
New Zealand School of Education
Queens Academy Group
AIS St Helens
Edenz College
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