About New Zealand
Combining the benefits of a developed country with the charm of a quiet and peaceful countryside, New Zealand offers some distinct advantages over other countries as a destination for education. An important one of which is the affordability – getting a degree in New Zealand actually works out to be cheaper than many courses in other countries.
Another significant advantage is the welcoming nature of the New Zealanders and the relative ease in getting there. Getting yourself, an education in New Zealand can change your life forever.
Educational System
Typically, a bachelor's degree will take three years, and a further year of study will lead to an Honors degree. Not every degree follows this 3+1 pattern: there are some four year degrees (which may or may not be awarded with Honors), and some specialist bachelor's degrees which take longer to complete. Typically, Honors may be awarded with first class, upper second class, lower second class or third class, but this can vary from degree to degree. A bachelor's degree may be followed by a Master's degree. A candidate who does not hold an Honors degree may be awarded a Master's degree with honors: such a degree usually involves two years study, compared to one year for a Master's degree for a candidate who does have an Honors degree. A candidate who has either a Master's degree or a bachelor's degree with Honors may proceed to a doctoral degree.
Entry to most universities is "open", that is to say that one only needs to meet the minimum requirements in the school-leaving examinations (be it NCEA or Bursary). A greater number of courses at New Zealand universities now have selective admissions. Mature students usually do not need to meet the academic criteria demanded of students who enter directly from secondary school.
For more information please feel free to contact us
