|
You are here: > Useful Information |
VisasNew Zealand Embassy, High Commission and Immigration Offices worldwide welcome enquiries regarding student visas. For most students it is necessary to obtain a student visa / permit before you travel to New Zealand for study. Locally Palmerston North has an Immigration Office. For more information visit: www.immigration.govt.nz Cost of LivingCompared to other English-speaking countries, New Zealand is very affordable. It is less expensive to live and study in New Zealand than Australia, USA, UK, Canada or Singapore. It is generally recommended that international students allow NZ$10,000 to $12,000 per year for living expenses (including food, clothing, transport, entertainment) and accommodation costs. Students Under The Age of 18New Zealand institutions, which enrol international students under the age of 18, make special arrangements for the welfare and accommodation of their students according to their obligations under the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students. Institutions appoint a guardian or adult supervisors to oversee the care of the student and parents are asked to sign a guardianship authorisation document as part of the application procedure. Students Undertaking EmploymentInternational students may apply to the New Zealand Immigration Service (NZIS) for authority to work under the following circumstances:
Health and Travel InsuranceGenerally New Zealand is a safe country and medical facilities are of a high international standard. However, it is strongly recommended that all international students obtain medical and personal effects insurance either prior to their arrival to their arrival in New Zealand, or upon arrival. The following statement has been provided by the New Zealand Ministry of Education for the attention of prospective international students. Most students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand unless they are:
If you do not belong to one of these special categories and you receive medical treatment during your visit, you be liable for the full costs of that treatment. We strongly recommend that you have insurance that will cover the cost of medical treatment in New Zealand for the duration of your stay in New Zealand. We also strongly recommend that you obtain insurance to cover travel to and from New Zealand. New Zealand has an accident compensation scheme called ACC. International students and visitors who suffer any injury as the result of an accident while in New Zealand will receive subsidised medical treatment. Currency and BankingNew Zealand currency is internationally convertible. All New Zealand banks or Bureau de Change will exchange currency to or from New Zealand dollars. (www.virtual-bureau.com) Most banks are open from 9.00 am to 4.30 pm weekdays but closed on weekends. Currency converter www.xe.com/ucc The InternetThe Internet in New Zealand is low cost and widely available. Most institutions permit access on a regular user-pay basis. In the Manawatu you can connect with the main internet service provider, InspireNet or choose from many other providers. FoodThe Manawatu, like the rest of New Zealand has a wide variety of local and imported food. Quality dairy products, lamb, fish, fresh fruit and vegetables are readily available. There are many types of restaurants in New Zealand, from upscale "fine dining establishments" to takeaways. New Zealand water is clean and safe to drink from the tap and does not require any further purification. ClothingClothing requirements can vary across New Zealand, depending on the location and the season. Warmer clothing is recommended for the winter months. Informal or "smart casual" dress is suitable for most occasions. International students are encouraged to bring their national dress, which is appropriate for a variety of social functions organised by institutions. ReligionAlthough predominantly a Christian community, New Zealand is tolerant of religious diversity and almost all religions are represented in New Zealand. Automated Teller MachinesAutomated Teller Machines (ATM) facilities are widely available throughout New Zealand, at banks, along major streets and in shopping malls. International credit cards and ATM cards are easily accepted. SupermarketsNew Zealand supermarkets are clean and well stocked with a wide range of food items, including many ethnic and organically grown foods. Supermarkets are open seven days a week. Mobile PhonesText messaging and mobile phone calls are very popular with students. You can use global roaming on a mobile phone from your country, or buy a prepay phone or set up an account with phone companies Vodafone or Telecom once you're in New Zealand. Semester and Term Dates for New Zealand Education Institutions
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
||||||||||||||||
|
||||||||||||||||||||
 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|||||||||||
