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Higher Education in New Zealand

By Jonpropit

| February 14th 2012 | Views:

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New Zealand has been identified as an ideal destination abroad for university education due to the excellent quality, affordable costs and the comprehensive British based education system. The New Zealand colleges and universities are well known for their limitless facilities for sports and recreation. The various Universities in New Zealand have adopted various measures of internationalization. The universities have established international offices to cater to the needs of students from abroad. All the seven state financed universities of New Zealand are of international repute. For education and research they have set the best standards at global level. The various academic programs offered by the Universities include graduate degrees, Masters Degrees, P G Diplomas, courses in English Language and Foundation Courses etc. Also, job oriented courses are offered in specialized fields such as journalism, trade, nursing and construction. The institutes for vocational education offer course programs in Hospitality, Travel & Tourism, Graphic Design, Aviation and Animation etc. The colleges in New Zealand provide the best learning environment. Students who have Working Holiday Visa can join for work during their studies. Students from more than 50 foreign countries have chosen the universities of New Zealand for their higher education as well as English language studies.

The New Zealand colleges and universities have separate fees structures for the various courses. The fees and cost of living vary among different institutions and the locations. Hence it is all the more important for those who want to have their college education in New Zealand to have a clear idea about the fees and other expenses prior to joining the courses. The universities insist upon international students to have medical insurance the proof of which will be required to be produced at the time of applying for the student visa. Students must also have clear information regarding to and fro air fares.

The academic year commences in the month of February and will come to a close by the end of November. Thus, students can enjoy a long vacation from November to February. The academic year consists of two semesters – February to June & July to November. Along with Australia, New Zealand is also identified as leaders at global level in the fields of science, sports, marine biology, environmental studies and geology. The classes in universities and colleges of New Zealand include lectures and seminars. Practicals as well as fieldworks are conducted as per requirements and the students are trained to be self-motivated and independently organized. The lectures are expected to be backed up by self-readi

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Now New Zealand is generating worldwide recognition as a country that provides quality education. So for your best carrer make your further education in new zealand colleges and universities and it is a safe, welcoming city country for international students with great culture. Even there were plenty of job vacancies in new zealand and it is a great place to work.