Study in New Zealand

We welcome people who wish to study in New Zealand, and are proud to offer high quality, internationally recognized courses. To keep up our good standards and reputation, there are some definite rules and requirements that students from other countries have to meet. Student Visa You may need to get a Student Visa and/or Permit to study in New Zealand as an international student Some people do need a student visa, some people don’t. But, most international students will need a permit that sets out the conditions of their stay here. Before you check whether you’re eligible for a visa, find out whether you need one because… If the course you want to take runs for less than three months, you could apply for a visitor’s visa. You must ensure your course is NZQA approved. Find out about visiting New Zealand. What is required - Students To be eligible to come to New Zealand as a student your course must meet the New Zealand requirements for international students. And there are requirements you must meet as a student. What are the requirements my course has to meet? The most important requirement is that you have an offer of a place from a New Zealand education provider such as a school, polytechnic or university. Study programmes offered to international students must meet specific course requirements What requirements do I have to meet? There are a number of general requirements you need to meet before you get here and others you must meet during your stay. If I’m joining my family temporarily can I study in New Zealand? Partners and dependent children of New Zealand citizens or residents and holders of work Permits who wish to study here. Find out more. Student requirements To be eligible to come to New Zealand as a student there are a number of conditions you need to meet before you get here and others you must meet during your stay. Before you get here… To enter New Zealand you need: • to have an offer of a place from a New Zealand education provider such as a school, polytechnic or university • evidence that you’ve arranged accommodation through the education provider or through another person • a guardian who is eligible to accompany you, if required • to be in good health and of good character. • If your stay is longer than six months, in some cases you may need to complete a TB clearance. And if it's longer than two years, you'll have to provide medical and police certificates a passport that’s valid for at least three months past the date you are to leave New Zealand • proof that you plan to leave New Zealand once you’ve completed your study proof that: • you’ve paid any course fees that you’re required to pay or • you’re exempt from paying fees or • you have a scholarship or an award that covers your fee proof that you have enough money to support yourself during your stay • to have the right visa for your visit. While you’re here… If you’re granted a Student Permit you need to meet certain conditions during your stay: • attend the place of study noted in your permit. However you can apply to us to change your course or the institution. Want to know more? • live with your guardian, if required • make progress in your study – pass your course • you may only undertake work allowed by your Student Permit • keep within New Zealand’s laws • stay in New Zealand for the time allowed by your permit. If you break any of these conditions the New Zealand Immigration Service may revoke your permit! Application Process AA Education Network's role is to help students quickly and successfully achieve their New Zealand education goals using AA Education Network's proven free international student services, expert multi-lingual counselors and our relationships with key education institutions throughout New Zealand. We recommend the following steps: Planning Your Study Read the information under this heading and throughout the relevant sections of the AA Education Network's website to understand the study options suitable for you. Complete Online Enquiry Form This form gives AA Education Network your personal information and you have the opportunity to ask questions to help you decide on your study plan. Proceed to complete the Application section when ready. Online Enquiry Form Choosing a School or Institution AA Education Network will advise you what institutions are most likely to meet your requirements and will help you to select the best school or institution for you. Decide what institutions you prefer. Enrolment Application AA Education Network will review and discuss with you your study plan if necessary and then make an Enrolment Application to the institution nominated or AA Education Network's will apply for the course and institution it considers is the best option for you. AA Education Network's will also advise you if further information or documentation is needed to support your application. Please send us an email to receive applications for international students and attach the following documents. Undergraduate course, or vocational training (diploma or certificate) The following documents must accompany your application form: • Certified copies of all your academic transcripts and/or work experience endorsed by an appropriate person, for example, school results certified by the school principal. If your documentation is in a language other than English, an official certified translation must be provided. • Evidence that you meet the English language requirements (IELTS test scores etc). • If you are applying for credit for previous studies, you must complete the credit transfer section on the undergraduate application form. You’ll need documents to support your application for credit, including certified copies of all official transcripts or results from previous studies, plus copies of the subject syllabuses. Postgraduate degrees by coursework The following documents must accompany your application form: • Certified copies of all your academic transcripts and/or work experience endorsed by an appropriate person, for example, academic results endorsed by your former academic institution. If your documentation is in a language other than English, an official certified translation must be provided. • Evidence that you meet the English language requirements (IELTS test scores etc). Postgraduate degrees by research Two copies of the following documents must accompany your application form: • Certified copies of all your academic transcripts and/or work experience endorsed by an appropriate person, for example, academic results endorsed by your former academic institution. If your documentation is in a language other than English, an official certified translation must be provided. • Evidence that you meet the English language requirements (IELTS test scores etc). • Curriculum vitae/resume detailing your work and personal history. • An outline of your proposed research. • Evidence of any government support or scholarship or your own financial situation.

Offer of Place The institution will send to AA Education Network's an Offer of Place confirming your acceptance and enrolment. The Offer of Place will detail the course, tuition fee, course dates and any conditions you must fill before you can begin study. Normally AA Education Network's will obtain your Offer of Place within 5 days. Study-NZ Pack AA Education Network's will send to you the Study-NZ Pack which includes - original Offer of Place - institution prospectus and information - Living in New Zealand online information - AA Education Network's Visa Assistance Information: Student visa documentation, individual preparation instructions. Visa Approval & Fee Payment The procedure following visa approval is as follows: AA Education Network's will email/fax to you a detailed fee invoice to include all fees for tuition, accommodation, medical insurance, any other school/institution fees. All fees are to be paid to the institutions account detailed on the fee invoice in NZ$. AA Education Network organises fee receipts and the other documentation required in the visa approval to be forwarded to the NZIS visa officer. Your passport should also be forwarded to the visa officer by this time. The student visa is then issued and the passport collected by, or sent back to, you in your home country. Student Visa Processing AA Education Network's counselors will help with you to complete and lodge your student visa application. Visa processing can take from 2 to 12 weeks depending on the location. Arriving in New Zealand You can now make arrangements to travel to New Zealand. It is important to review the course/semester timetable to ensure you arrive just before your course commencement date. You can contact AA Education Network to discuss your travel arrangements and we will organise your airport meeting, accommodation, medical insurance and other requirements ready for your arrival.