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How to apply to study in New Zealand

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Plan your study adventure

The key to a successful study abroad experience lies in the planning. Start planning now by exploring our study checklist and our resources on visas, agents and scholarships.

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Agents

Agents can make your journey to New Zealand easier. Use our search map to find an agent.

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DID YOU KNOW

New Zealand is ranked the world's second most peaceful country.
Source: Global Peace Index.

DID YOU KNOW

International students may be able to work to help support themselves while they study.
Source: Find out more at www.nzstudywork.com.

DID YOU KNOW

New Zealand has more penguin species than any other country.
Source: Global Peace Index.

DID YOU KNOW

All eight New Zealand universities are in the top 3% in the QS world rankings.
Source: QS World University Rankings.

DID YOU KNOW

New Zealand teachers ranked the fourth most professional in the world.
Source: OECD Teaching and Learning International Study (TALIS).
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Visas

If you're coming to New Zealand to study for more than three months, you'll need a student visa.

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to studying in New Zealand
1 Choose what to study
2 Plan your budget
3 Apply for your course
4 Apply for your visa
5 Get ready to go

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Whatever you want to study, you'll find it in New Zealand. Discover the programme and course to launch your future career.

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