New Zealand is trialling a new type of visa for international students that makes it simpler to progress from one programme of study to another.
The pathway student visa will allow students to undertake up to three consecutive programmes of study with selected education providers on a single visa that is valid for up to five years.
"This is welcome news for students looking to New Zealand for their education journey," says Ziena Jalil, Education New Zealand (ENZ) South and South East Asia Regional Director.
"This visa enables students to, for example, start their study with an English language course, transfer to a foundation programme for a year, and then go on to complete a degree programme.
"At the moment a student would need to apply for three separate visas in this scenario. This news improves the New Zealand study experience - giving students more time to focus on choosing the right qualification, location of study and education provider that meets their study and career goals."
New Zealand education providers who offer study pathways in conjunction with one another will formally agree on a process to manage the education progress of their students and ensure they're supported between programmes.
"New Zealand offers a high-quality learning experience, great lifestyle opportunities and qualifications that provide skills for the future," says Ms Jalil. "We're pleased students who choose New Zealand may be able to access this pilot for a more seamless study experience."
The new visa was announced by Tertiary Education, Skills and Employment Minister Steven Joyce and Immigration Minister Michael Woodhouse on November 27.
To find out more about New Zealand education visit: www.studyinnewzealand.com
"This is welcome news for students looking to New Zealand for their education journey," says Ziena Jalil, Education New Zealand (ENZ) South and South East Asia Regional Director.
"This visa enables students to, for example, start their study with an English language course, transfer to a foundation programme for a year, and then go on to complete a degree programme.
"At the moment a student would need to apply for three separate visas in this scenario. This news improves the New Zealand study experience - giving students more time to focus on choosing the right qualification, location of study and education provider that meets their study and career goals."
New Zealand education providers who offer study pathways in conjunction with one another will formally agree on a process to manage the education progress of their students and ensure they're supported between programmes.
"New Zealand offers a high-quality learning experience, great lifestyle opportunities and qualifications that provide skills for the future," says Ms Jalil. "We're pleased students who choose New Zealand may be able to access this pilot for a more seamless study experience."
The new visa was announced by Tertiary Education, Skills and Employment Minister Steven Joyce and Immigration Minister Michael Woodhouse on November 27.
To find out more about New Zealand education visit: www.studyinnewzealand.com
The Nation December 14, 2015 1:00 am
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