New Zealand as study abroad destination

Study in New Zealand:
New Zealand which is an island country situated in the southwestern Pacific Ocean ranks among top ten destinations for study abroad among international students. New Zealand has four distinct seasons but a mild climate characterizes most of the country, along with fairly high regional rainfall but also lots of sunshine. It is considered as one of the safest and beautiful places on the planet earth.During the last decade, New Zealand has consistently attracted students from around the world due to its British education standards at its world class institutions.

Benefits of studying in New Zealand:
• British based education system with finest and top quality education providing institutions;
• It has some of the best innovative teaching methods and technology penetration;
• High ranking universities providing respected qualifications and degrees;
• Personalized learning system in the institutes;
• Welcoming to all and immigrant friendly nation.

Academic culture in New Zealand:
New Zealand has a very dynamic education system. The New Zealand higher education system includes universities, private institutions, colleges, and polytechnics. Post-secondary education is regulated by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). The Framework is endorsed and supported by New Zealand’s education and training providers, employers and national industry and professional groups. It is compatible with similar systems in the U.K., Europe, South Africa, Australia, and North America.As well as eight state-owned education providers, there are hundreds of private training establishments (PTEs) in New Zealand including quality English-language providers. They offer a wide variety of courses that lead to qualifications in a large range of vocations from scuba diving to hospitality to business. At any level of education, a student in New Zealand is supported to solve problems, process information, work with others, create and innovate.

Accommodation:
New Zealand provides a wide range of accommodation options to international students. University halls of residence or hostels are commonly preferred by international students which are usually just at walk away distance. Home stay is another form of accommodation available whereby an international student stays with a local family which provides fully furnished rooms with other amenities.Also an international student can rent an independent flat either individually or on sharing basis. These flats are fully furnished with all basic amenities.

Living in the New Zealand: 
New Zealand is famous in world for its friendly people, spectacular beauty, and relaxed life-style making it an unbeatable place to study and live. It’s relaxed pace of life gives you the time to enjoy everything our vibrant modern cities have to offer. Enjoy live music, theatre, film, dance, free festivals or international sports fixtures, or hang out with your new friends at a cafe, restaurant or bar.Most of our cities and towns are relatively small and uncrowded, making your daily commute easier and faster than back home. Wherever you live, you won’t be far from beaches, parks, walking trails and cycle tracks. New Zealand consistently leads world quality of life studies, and we have a great work-life balance. Kiwis believe in balancing a good day’s work or study with time after work and on the weekends to catch up with family and friends, enjoy hobbies and explore nature.

Food and Entertainment:
Since food habits differ widely around the world and so do in New Zealand. Student might feel hard to adapt to the food habits in New Zealand. Every halls of residence have a self-sufficient catering services providing rich, hygiene and nutritious food to the students. Besides there are a good number of Indian restaurants and cafes offering food. Also student has the option of cooking own food if living in a private accommodation with kitchen facility.New Zealand has a very diverse population which means a variety of ethnicities and nationalities are represented in the population and blend to form a common culture. Social and cultural events are regularly organized by student groups and independent artists and bands. Apart from this one can visit to museums, exhibitions, monumental places and art galleries. 

Leisure and Sports:
As an international student one can explore New Zealand’s stunning beaches, mountains, forests and lakes for free. Other free or cheap entertainment options include live music, festivals, outdoor movies, parks, gardens, museums and galleries. 

Working in New Zealand:
Working while studying is a good way to gain New Zealand work experience and can support a student’s finances. Gaining experience of a New Zealand workplace also helps you develop skills such as communication, teamwork, timekeeping, interpersonal skills and workplace-relevant English language skills. As an international student, one is allowed to work for twenty hours in a week during study term and a student can work for full time during holidays.After completion of studies successfully, a student can opt for post study work permit which is of two years duration which helps to settle in New Zealand.