New Zealand is an island country in the south-western Pacific Ocean comprising two main landmasses (the North Island and the South Island), and numerous smaller islands, most notably Stewart Island/Rakiura and the Chatham Islands. The indigenous Māori language name for New Zealand is Aotearoa, commonly translated as land of the long white cloud. The Realm of New Zealand also includes the Cook Islands and Niue (self-governing but in free association); Tokelau; and the Ross Dependency (New Zealand's territorial claim in Antarctica).
New Zealand is notable for its geographic isolation: it is situated about 2,000 kilometres (1,200 mi) southeast of Australia across the Tasman Sea, and its closest neighbours to the north are New Caledonia, Fiji and Tonga. During its long isolation New Zealand developed a distinctive fauna dominated by birds, a number of which became extinct after the arrival of humans and the mammals they introduced.
The majority of New Zealand's population is of European descent; the indigenous Māori are the largest minority. Asians and non-Māori Polynesians are also significant minority groups, especially in urban areas. The most commonly spoken language is English.
New Zealand is a developed country that ranks highly in international comparisons on many topics, including education, economic freedom, and lack of corruption. Its cities also consistently rank among the world's most liveable.
New Zealand has an international reputation as a provider of quality education. It has a progressive education system with many state of the art facilities. It offers a safe learning environment with excellent study opportunities and support services for international students. Courses are available for academic, professional and vocational studies at New Zealand institutions - universities, polytechnics and institutes of technology, colleges of education, secondary schools and private training establishments. New Zealand is internationally recognised for its excellent education standards and as a provider of quality teachers.
New Zealand, an English speaking nation, is famous for its amazing scenery, its sporting achievements with the All Blacks and the America's Cup,
and its hospitable people. It is a great country, a fun place to visit and is increasingly being recognised for its excellent study opportunities.
Education New Zealand chief executive Robert Stevens said: “New Zealand is seen as a safe, welcoming country by most Indian students and we enjoy a good reputation in India for the quality of our institutions.”
New Zealand is a great place to study as it offers
1. internationally recognized universities and courses -
2. fantastic landscape – your never more than 30mins away from the sea
3. excellence in sport – rugby, skiing for 6months of the year
4. warm friendly people – New Zealander’s are well known for making visitors welcome
5. a great lifestyle – some of the worlds best food and wine comes from New Zealand
The students in New Zealand Universities are very international with students from all over the world studying and socializing. You can choose to study in the city with its shopping, restaurants, pubs and night life. Or if you prefer the slower pace, study in one of the more rural universities with its rural communities and farmland.