Destination for Study Abroad programs , New Zealand is increasingly being talked about for graduate studies! Discover through this top 10, the reasons why you should consider this beautiful country for your studies abroad!
1. Universities among the Top 3% in the world
New Zealand’s 8 universities rank in the top 3% of the best universities in the world. The diplomas obtained are therefore internationally recognized for their excellence.
2. Quality teaching
The lessons follow the Anglo-Saxon model and are very focused on practice. A week of lessons is generally made up of more or less 15 hours of lessons and 15 hours of “personal” work.
Everything is therefore done so that students have all the keys in hand to continue their studies or enter the job market with confidence.
3. Facilitated PhD programs
If you want to do some research, New Zealand should be one of your destination choices. You will be able to benefit from premises within world-renowned universities and thus obtain a diploma that will set you apart in the job market.
In addition, access to the PhD for a foreign student is easy compared to other countries. The price of the program will be the same whether you are a foreign student or not!
4. Courses in English
It sounds logical, but it’s important to stress the advantage of studying in an English-speaking country. Today more than ever, recruiters ask their employees to know how to speak English in different contexts (academic, professional, etc.). Studying in New Zealand is therefore a good way to improve your English!
5. Welcome Kiwis
New Zealanders are known for their friendliness. Elected several times to be one of the most welcoming people in the world, you will have no trouble integrating yourself into New Zealand life!
6. Rich and varied cultures
What could be more exciting than discovering new cultures? In New Zealand you will be served. With its very rich history, you will discover that this country is indeed bi-cultural! Maori culture is very present not only in everyday life, but also on campus.
7. Breathtaking landscapes
New Zealand is home to a great diversity of landscapes spread over its two islands. Between magnificent beaches, rugged mountains, volcanoes and glaciers, beautiful trips and great adventures will await you!
8. Safety and quality of life
The quality of life in this country is very good whether you live in Auckland or Wellington or elsewhere. There is no doubt that you will find the city that suits you for your studies!
9. Opportunity to work
The student visa allows you to work. If you are enrolled in a Bachelor or Master, you will be able to work until 8 p.m. during your weeks of classes and full-time during school holidays. In Master or PhD you will be able to work full time even during the weeks of the course. A very good way to finance your activities once there!
After one year of higher education in New Zealand, you will be able to stay in the territory thanks to the Post Study Work Visa which allows you to work for 1 to 3 years with the Kiwis!
If you want more information about the different visas, click HERE !
10. Boost for your CV
Overall, studying in New Zealand is a great addition to your CV which will help you stand out in the eyes of recruiters once you graduate!