• New Zealand is one of the English-speaking western countries near Indonesia.


• A country that is modern and has plenty of beautiful natural attractions.


• Comfortable and secure learning environment.


• Stable social and economic conditions.


• Community and New Zealand culture are known to be accepting of foreigners.


• High quality and internationally recognized education.


• Affordable study costs with.


• Permit to work part time 20 hours per week during school period and a full time 40 hours during the school holidays.


• A wide career opportunity for New Zealand graduates.

1. Student Visa & Health Insurance

The student visa will be valid for one (1) year and renewed itself every year. Students are allowed to work part time as many as 20 hours per week and full time during semester breaks. Post-study work visa (open) will be awarded to students after completing their studies as much as 12 months to find a study related job. After getting a job, employers can help provide a reference letter so that students can get work visas for two (2) years.

2. Accommodation

As in Australia, international students in New Zealand have a wide selection of accommodation such as boarding schools; rent an apartment until the selection of the homestay.

3. Part Time Work

At this time, full-time students can work part time 20 hours per week during term time and full-time work 40 hours during the holiday period. Even after graduation, international students are still allowed to work for one (1) year.

Before doing part time work, students are required to obtain a permit from the immigration office in New Zealand, where no fees are required to obtain it.

The salary earned during odd jobs around NZD 10 – NZD 15 per hour.

NEW ZEALAND QUALIFICATION AUTHORITY (NZQA)

As one of the Commonwealth countries, New Zealand uses the British education system that is recognized in the world. The equality of quality in all educational institutions both public and private is regulated by NZQA, a part of the Ministry of Education.

NZQA was designed develop and ensure the quality of educational programs organized by the school teacher, polytechnics, institutes of technology, and other educational institutions except universities.

1. Primary & Secondary Schools

The elementary school in New Zealand starts from the age of five (5) years. Their academic year begins in January and ends in December.

In general, the length of primary and secondary education in New Zealand is 13 years. Primary School until year 8, then Secondary School until year 13. Compulsory education in New Zealand is up to year 10. After year 10, students may continue to Diploma to master certain skills.

After students enter Secondary School and complete the study, they will obtain the NCEA (National Certificate of Educational Achievement) qualification, which is recognized throughout New Zealand.

2. Institute of Technology and Polytechnics (ITP)

As mentioned before, students can continue to take education and training after year 10. They may take Certificate, Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Technology and Polytechnic Institute in New Zealand.

The programs offered emphasize on experience and practical application in work situations, such as agriculture, art and design, building and construction, media studies, hospitality and tourism. All are developed based on cooperation with the advisory group representing the industry, so the program is relevant, up to date and innovative.

This vocational education graduates acquire equal status with university degrees.

Polytechnic Institute of Technology & fees ranged between NZD 16,000 – NZD 20,000 per year.

3. Professional Degree Program (Undergraduate Degree) Professional & Graduate Program (Postgraduate Degree)

New Zealand has eight universities that offer an attractive learning environment and high-quality qualification, ranging from Bachelor level courses to PhD in the academic and professional studies.

These eight universities are spread throughout New Zealand. University located in the North Island is University of Auckland, Auckland University of Technology (AUT), the University of Waikato, Massey University and Victoria University.

The ones located on the South Island are the University of Canterbury in Christchurch, Lincoln University is also in the city of Christchurch, and the University of Otago in Dunedin.

Tuition at the university level Undergraduate / Bachelor usually ranges from NZD 27,000 – NZD 40,000 per year (depending on the major you take); whereas for the level Postgraduate / Master around NZD 31,000 – NZD 40,000 per year. As for Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), the international student tuition fee is the same as for locals or around NZD 6,000 – NZD 7,000 per year.