Why Study In New Zealand?

New Zealand is a youthful country with more immigrant acceptance and top career opportunities arising. More than 30,000+ international applicants get admitted to various New Zealand universities. The qualifications are recognized and ranked by prestigious organizations such as QS World Rankings, US News & World Report, and Times Higher Education (THE) Ranking.

Admission to New Zealand universities is less competitive. Over the years, the New Zealand government has made significant investments in higher education. The country also offers a range of UG, PG, and diploma programs across various specializations.

In this blog post, we’ll discuss those criteria and how applicants can ensure they meet them before applying to study in New Zealand.

Eligibility Requirements for UG Degree

To pursue an Undergraduate program, applicants must hold a higher secondary qualification certificate. The cut-off marks differ for each university.

1. Applicants must have completed their higher secondary education from a recognized institution.
2. According to the cut-off range established by a college/university, applicants must score 50-60% or higher.
3. Some universities prefer that the applicants must have qualified in the IELTS or TOEFL examination that checks English language proficiency.

Eligibility Requirement for PG Degree

To pursue a postgraduate program, here are the eligibility requirements. Most universities require the following for courses in any discipline:

1. Applicants must have a minimum score of 50-60% in undergraduate studies.
2. Applicants must submit GRE, GMAT, IELTS, and TOEFL scores as a part of the application process.
3. Some universities prefer the bachelor’s degree equivalent to New Zealand’s honors degree, which requires 16 years of formal education and includes courses such as B.E., B.Tech, and others.

Eligibility Requirement for MBA Program

MBA from top universities can accelerate students’ careers forward! However, admission to a business school is challenging. Applicants must have the following documents:

1. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree with a score of 65-70% or higher.
2. Applicants must have at least 4-5 years of relevant work and internship experience.
3. International applicants must take up IELTS or other language proficiency tests.
4. Management studies aspirants must submit GMAT or GRE scores.

Eligibility Requirements for Ph.D. Program

To pursue a Ph.D. in New Zealand, applicants must fulfill these requirements;

1. Applicants aspiring to pursue a Ph.D. must have a master’s degree in a field related to the research.
2. Applicants must submit their previous dissertation, thesis, or any relevant research publication when applying for a doctorate in New Zealand.
3. Applicants must include 2 letters of recommendation, a Statement of Purpose, and a resume along with the application.
4. International applicants must take up IELTS and other language proficiency tests.
5. Management studies aspirants must submit GMAT or GRE scores.

Why choose to study in New Zealand

Choosing a study abroad opportunity can be exciting and overwhelming. Applicants must consider their prospects in the country chosen to pursue their education. There are many benefits to choosing to study in New Zealand;

1. Quality education

• New Zealand’s educational institutions have a global reputation for providing high-quality education that is globally recognized.
• Students can choose their specialization from diplomas, postgraduate diplomas, master’s bachelor, and doctoral programs.
• New Zealand supports your dream of pursuing education in your field of interest such as arts, commerce, engineering, and sciences.

Affordable education

• Studying abroad can be expensive. When choosing a destination the applicant must consider the costs.
• Compared to the UK, USA, and Australia, tuition fees and living expenses in New Zealand are more affordable.
• University costs differ based on the courses chosen. Education in New Zealand costs between NZ$ 22,000 and NZ$45,000 a year (INR 11 lakhs to 27 lakhs), and living costs are comparably low to other developed countries.

1. Globally Recognized Universities

All the New Zealand Universities are in World Rankings.

1. Accessible Work Permit and Visa

Obtaining a student visa in New Zealand is less challenging compared to countries like the US, UK, Australia, etc. additionally New Zealand has a higher visa success rate.

According to NZ immigrant statistics, New Zealand received a total of 18,182 student visa applications from 149 nationalities, out of which 16,435 visas have got approved, that’s nearly 90%.

Graduates can apply for a post-study open work visa for one, two, or three years, depending on their program.

1. Work Opportunities

New Zealand opens ample development opportunities, and its booming sectors are Hospitality, engineering, forestry, agriculture, environmental sciences, IT, Health care, teaching, and dairy farming.

According to statistics by New Zealand, the country’s lead agency for government-held data, the unemployment rate in New Zealand is as low as 3.4%. The country also provides up to three years of post-study work rights. Auckland, the country’s largest city, has a 39% overseas population.

Conclusion

Once applicants fulfill the required eligibility criteria, they can apply for NZ universities. If you are planning to study in NZ, Get in touch with our team. We at 3rdiconsulting can help you plan and make this process seamless.

For expert advice, get in touch with Kavitta Mehtta at 3RDiConsulting.