New Zealand – A brief Introduction :
New Zealand is a beautiful country in the South Pacific , known for its moderate climate surrounded by sea. Known for its wide range of sports and activities, the country is also slowly becoming one of the leading choices for students seeking education . The Universities of high quality technology and unique quality , puts students at an edge for the world market. It is a clean country , with lush vegetation. Racism is almost non existent, the country tops on its safety.
Education System – Why New Zealand?
It offers a large number of colleges and Universities.
The education system is an integrated one, allowing students to easily make
transitions from one educational level to another. It offers an extremely safe
learning environment . In fact, New Zealand declared itself as a no nuclear
zone. The country is relatively less populated, offering space and
pollution-free environments to its students.
New Zealand’s universities have to provide
signature to the Ministry of Education code for the Pastoral care of Students,
which ensures a students a welcoming and supportive environment. The cost of study, is however , high and
comparable to that of UK, USA and Australia.
Basic Information
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Capital
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Wellington
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Currency
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New Zealand dollar
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Currency Value in terms of
Indian Rupee
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47.25 Rs.
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Principle Religion
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Christianity
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Nationality
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Total Geographical Area
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103,737 sq mi (268,680 sq
km)
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Population
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4,693,190
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Languages
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English / Maori
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Country’s Government Type
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Constitutional Monarchy
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Weather
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Annual temperatures range
from 10°C in the south to 16°C in the north of New Zealand.
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Sources of Travel
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Trams, Trolley buses, City buses,
Passenger Trains, , rapid transit (metro/subways/undergrounds etc.) and
ferries.
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Most Famous Places
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1.Fiord land national park
and milford sound, South Island
2.Bay of Islands, North Island
3.Lake Taupo and Tongariro
National Park, North Island
4.Doubtful sound 5.Lake Wanaka
6.Waitomo Caves 7.Sky Tower
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An attractive destination as well as one of the leading education in the world, New Zealand is becoming the next educational hub of the word. It is based upon the British Education System.
Student Visa – How to Apply
1.Visa and Authorization Procedure
You are required to send all tour application requirements and documents to the immigration section of the New Zealand High Commission. Your documents submitted should be either originals or notarized photocopies or witnessed by an Immigration Officer of New Zealand.
You are that you must provide an acceptance letter from your University of choice and thus must begin applying at least 6 months prior.
2.Documents Required while Submitting :
i. The complete Student Application form.
ii. A Complete Questionnaire
iii. Official letter of acceptance from a University or college
iv. Payment for your course fee
v. Show you are exempt from fee if you have a Scholarship
vi. IELTS/TOEFL Score
vii. A guarantee of accommodation either from University or the person providing you accommodation
viii.A valid passport , which must be valid for the time you plan to study there
ix. A clean criminal record
x. Bank draft for application fee.
3.Evidence of Funds :
Either your sponsor fills a ‘ sponsoring student form’ in which he or she takes an undertaking to provide you with financial assistance an transfer NZ 7,000 a year.
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A letter your University confirming they have received tour fees for living.
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A bank document showing the funds you require to live in new Zealand
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An award of scholarship
4.Interview :
An interview with the Visa officer of New Zealand may be planned . Questions related to the rules and regulations of the country will be asked.
5.Medical Examination:
Students and accompanying dependants must pass the medical examination set by the High Commission of New Zealand. If the candidate passes the exam, the Visa will be authorized.
6.Special Points :
If you wish to live for more than 24 months , you will need :
i. A complete New Zealand Immigration service medical and X-ray certificates.
ii. Character clearance, which must have two original character references or a police clearance certificate if you are above 17.
