Studying in New Zealand
There are many world class learning institutions here in New Zealand which are accessible to international students. Most institutions including Universities, Technical Institutes and Private Training Establishments have special entry criteria that apply to prospective International students.
New Zealand education system summary
A diagrammatic overview of the education system in New Zealand.
Website: New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Studying in New Zealand (Chinese)
This comprehensive site provides full information for people interested in studying in New Zealand including a country guide, information on getting here, cities and regions and courses and academic institutions. The site is available in a variety of languages including simplified Chinese.
Website: Education New Zealand
International Qualification Recognition Services
If you have international qualifications, and you wish to enter New Zealand to immigrate, work or study, you can have your qualifications evaluated by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). NZQA's Qualification Recognition Services will establish the nearest comparable New Zealand qualification(s) to your international qualification(s). If an international qualification is not comparable to any New Zealand qualification this is stated on the assessment report. The report is not binding on any institution or registration body and it is based on information available to NZQA at the time of the assessment.
Website: New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Assessment applications forms
Application forms for a Pre-Assessment Result (for immigration), Post-Graduate Study Assessment, or the Assessment of International Qualifications, can be found here.
Website: New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Secondary education - information brochures (Chinese)
NZQA publish two information brochures on secondary education in New Zealand which are designed for international students. They are both available in Chinese: New Zealand Secondary School Qualifications - what they are and how they work, and Secondary school qualifications - a guide for parents. They can be found here.
Website: New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Code of Practice for the Pastoral care of international students
The Code of Practice for the Pastoral care of International Students provides a framework for minimum standards, good practice procedures and a complaints procedure. All providers enrolling international students must comply with the Code. The Code can be found on MoE's website.
Website: New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students (Chinese)
The Code of Practice has been translated into several languages, including Chinese.
Website: New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Fee protection arrangements (Chinese)
NZQA requires that PTEs have adequate protection of student fees (or an exemption from the requirement) in the event of the provider's: insolvency, de-registration by NZQA or partial or complete loss of accreditation. Fee protection means that if a course stops before its scheduled completion, a student may get the unused portion of fees reimbursed or be offered re-enrolment in a suitable alternative course to complete the qualification. NZQA must approve the fee protection arrangement (or exemption) put in place by the PTE and be made aware of any changes to the arrangement or circumstances under which the exemption was granted. This information is available in Chinese.
Website: New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Complaints procedures (Chinese)
When students are on a course, they need to remember that they are consumers. They should be able to discuss the course with staff and complain formally if they feel the need. If a student has a complaint regarding a NZQA registered and/or approved and accredited provider, they should raise the matter with the management of the provider. If the matter is not resolved satisfactorily, they may make an official complaint to NZQA. This information is available in Chinese.
Website: New Zealand Qualifications Authority
What to look for in a tertiary education provider (Chinese)
NZQA's webpage on what to look for in a private tertiary education provider, fee protection rules and procedures is also available in Chinese.
Website: New Zealand Qualifications Authority
New Zealand qualifications for international students
This page provides useful information and links on New Zealand qualifications for international students.
Website: New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Register of Quality Assured Qualifications
The kiwiquals website contains the complete Register of Quality Assured Qualifications. It is the easiest way to find and compare courses of study available in New Zealand, or to check that a qualification is quality assured in New Zealand.
Website: New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Ministry of Education - International Division
You can access strategies, information on the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students, newsletters, research reports, professional development initiatives, statistics and other useful information relating to international education in New Zealand.
Website: Ministry of Education
Career Services
Career Services helps you make decisions about job, study and training options that are right for you. Career Services provide information, advice and guidance about careers and the job market in New Zealand.
Website: Career Services
- Page last updated: 03 December 2008
