• New Zealand is an island country which is located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, consisting of two main landmasses i.e. the North Island and the South Island and 700 small islands.
• Abel Tasman – a Dutchman, was the first European to discover New Zealand. However, then it was colonized by the British and dominated it throughout the 19th and first half of the 20th century.
• The currency of New Zealand is the New Zealand Dollar, Capital city is Wellington and the largest city is Auckland having 1/3rd of the population of New Zealand.
• New Zealand people are referred to as Kiwi internationally, which is derived from the flightless bird “Kiwi”, also the national symbol of New Zealand.

Geography

• New Zealand is an island country, comprising about 700 islands. The two main islands (North Island and South Island) are divided by a 22 km stretch of water called the Cook Strait.
• The country is located 2,500 km southeast of Australia and about 1,000 km from the Pacific Islands. New Zealand’s closest neighbors are Fiji and Tonga.
• New Zealand is a diverse and beautiful landscape, comprising active volcanoes, remarkable caves, deep glacier lakes, fertile valleys, astounding Fjords, sandy beaches and snow-capped mountains in the South Alps of the South Island, and an abundance of vegetation and animal life.

Climate

• New Zealand has a temperate climate – winters are fairly cold in the south but mild and temperate in the north.
• The warmest months are December, January and February. The average maximum temperature ranges between 20 – 30ºC.
• The coldest months are June, July and August and the average minimum temperature ranges between 10 – 15ºC

Economy

• New Zealand’s advanced market economy is ranked 14th in the 2019 Human Development Index and ranks 3rd in the 2020 Index of Economy Freedom.
• New Zealand has a high-income economy with a nominal gross domestic product (GDP) per capita of US$36,254.
• New Zealand is almost dependent on International trade, especially in agricultural products. The exports reported 24% of its output making New Zealand at risk of international commodity price and global economic slowdown.
• Recently, tourism has made a huge impact on New Zealand’s economy, although this sector has been at risk due to global financial instability.

Demography

• According to February 2021, New Zealand Census, the resident population is 5,112,300.
• The North Island and South Island land masses are similar, approximately two-thirds of the population live in the North Island.

Here are some of the top key principal reasons why you should choose New Zealand for your further education.

World-renowned universities providing world-class education: New Zealand is one of the most attractive foreign education destinations for international students looking for a high quality of education. All eight universities of the country ranked high in QS World ranking and Times higher education ranking providing the best possible opportunity for the students. The Qualification Authority of the country (NZQA) ensures all the institutions are registered to enroll international students and obey the qualifications standards.

Less stringent entry requirements:New Zealand has moderate entry requirements so that international students can easily apply for the courses that they offer. The country’s government invests a large amount of money in its higher education sector, both in quality and infrastructure, aiming to attract more students in the increasingly globalized scenario. In fact, they allocate the highest percentage of public funding to education in the world.

Ease of visa acquisition and residency: The country follows a streamlined and point-based visa application process in order to avoid ambiguity and arbitrariness. Immigration New Zealand is working with the Education New Zealand and international education providers to develop an improved partnership model to increase the New Zealand study visa success rate. Further, many universities provide on-campus visa renewal and extension services to international students for a quick, stress-free, and proper application process. They manage, monitor, and follow up on your visa application in a well-timed manner.

The safe and welcoming environment: New Zealand is one of the safest countries in the world to live with very low crime rates. The country has never seen any major war in its history. While studying here, students can be assured of a welcoming and friendly environment with an extraordinary support system.

Plenty to see and explore while studying in New Zealand: New Zealand is a beautiful country with a picturesque landscape with unique fauna and flora. You can enjoy the mesmerizing view of rolling green hills, fjords, glaciers, beaches, mountains and so on. New Zealand is a heaven for hikers and trekkers, and natural beauty junkies. Cities are a cosmopolitan mix of cafes, shopping, movies, and nightlife.

Chance to stay in:After completing your studies in New Zealand; students can apply for a Graduate Job Search Work Visa for a maximum duration of 12 months. After getting the job offer letter you can apply for a visa up to 2 or 3 years under the Study to Work category.

Numerous Scholarships in New Zealand: The New Zealand Government, universities and private institutions provide numerous scholarships for international students seeking to study in New Zealand.

High in cost-effectiveness: New Zealand has the lowest tuition among all other countries study abroad. The country’s education is based on the British education system. It is easier for Indian students to blend in the New Zealand education system.

The New Zealand job market has been strong over recent years, driven by solid economic growth. The majority of jobs will be in highly skilled occupations, and it’s expected most will have to be filled by people coming to New Zealand from overseas. New Zealand is a perfect place for ambitious graduates to jump-start their career.

Main Industries in New Zealand : Manufacturing, Electricity, Gas, Water, and Waste services, Construction Industries, Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, Mining industries, Wholesale Trade, Retail Trade, Transport, Postal, and Warehousing; Information, Media, and Telecommunications, Finance and Insurance Services, Health, Education and Other Service Industries.

Emerging Industries in New Zealand : Biotechnology, Food and Beverages, Creative Industries, Information and Communication Technology, Specialised Manufacturing, Wood Building and Interiors, Education and Consultancy Services, Tourism, Healthcare and Sustainability.

University – Wide range of courses and globally accepted degrees.

Earnings during studies – International students are entitled to work part time while completing studies.

Scholarships – Can be availed with excellent academic merit.

Living expenses – 650-800$ per month.

Tuition fee – Bachelors: 18000-25000 $/year, Master: 35,000 – 40,000 $/year

Intakes –Jan-July-Sep-Nov

Settlement & PR – A 1-year post-study open work visa will be offered to students studying Level 4–6 and non-degree Level 7 qualifications. An additional year will be available for graduate diploma students who are working towards registration with a professional body.

A 2-year post-study open work visa will be offered to students studying Level 4–6 and non-degree Level 7 qualifications outside Auckland, provided study is completed by December 2021

A 3-year post-study open work visa will be available for degree Level 7 or above qualifications.