STUDY IN NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand is a natural playground full of opportunities for unique experiences and an unbeatable place to live and study. Its World famous for its safe, friendly people, spectacular landscape and relaxed lifestyle and welcoming environment. Read more about working while studying, where to stay, the cost of living and the best places to visit.
- Population: 4,852,050
- Capital: Wellington
- Area: 268,021 km2
- Currency: NZ Dollar
- Popular Cities: Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown
WHY STUDY IN NEW ZEALAND ?
New Zealand is around the same size as Japan or Great Britain. The countryside is unique and quite spectacular, from rolling green hills to golden sand beaches then lush rainforests, all within a few hours drive. New Zealand has just over four million people, know affectionately as ‘Kiwis’, who are easy going, warm and welcoming to their neighbours and to those who travel to experience all that is New Zealand. New Zealanders travel overseas a lot and this means they are well used to a range of cultures. New Zealand itself is a multi-cultural nation, with a fusion of Maori (the indigenous people), Pacific Island, European and Asian people combining to make a vibrant and colourful society.

Undergraduate and graduate students wishing to study abroad—look no further! The “Land of the Long White Cloud” provides more than gorgeous blue skies (and I don’t just mean sheep).
New Zealand may be the last country discovered and the youngest country on earth, but its culture certainly dates back hundreds of years. The first New Zealanders, the Maori, migrated there from Polynesian islands. Then, about 800 years later, the first Europeans arrived and began extensive migration. Today, the population of New Zealand is an interesting combination of south-Pacific islanders, Europeans, and a growing population from Asia. New Zealand is situated on two neighboring islands and is home to one of the most beautiful natural environments on the planet.
New Zealand may be a long way from home, but study abroad’ers all regale that the time spent on the airplane is well worth it!
So you like cities? Great. Or rather, you’re more of the outdoorsy, nature-loving type? Not a problem. No matter where you study in New Zealand, you are bound to find exactly what you’re looking for.
Choosing a Study Abroad Program in New Zealand
New Zealand is an ideal location for students interested in a variety of fields of study—from ecology to business, and everything in between, you will have no problem finding a program that best suits your academic goals and interests. New Zealand has a few excellent universities that repeatedly appear on top world rankings like the University of Auckland, the University of Otago, Auckland University of Technology, and the University of Canterbury. Outside of the classroom, there are literally hundreds of different activities to keep you busy on both islands! Find a program that balances your interest in learning about New Zealand and truly experiencing New Zealand.



