Master in Engineering Management

Working part-time while you study is a great way to prepare for work after you graduate. 

Tips to get work ready

Here are some ideas to help keep your food purchases as sustainable as possible during lockdown.

Sustainable lockdown shopping tips

Ph.D. student in New Zealand

PhD students in New Zealand working in a soundproof lab.

Here are some tips you may want to consider when applying for your Ph.D. in New Zealand

Tips for a successful Ph.D. application

English language student from Japan

Headwind and tailwind, challenge and chance. Wellington, full of wonder.

Things I learnt studying English in New Zealand

High School student from Germany.

Leo, an international student from Germany, goes to Whangarei Boys High School and is currently in lockdown with his host family in Northland, New Zealand. 

Lockdown Q&A with Leo from Germany

student exchange student with friends in New Zealand

If you read this you are probably an exchange student who is a bit lost and overwhelmed with this whole lockdown situation. 

Lockdown as an exchange student

Ph.D. student from Nepal.

Kia ora! My name is Milan and I am from Nepal. In March 2015, I came to New Zealand as a returning Ph.D. student accompanied by my wife and pre-school son.  

Why I chose to return to New Zealand to study for my Ph.D.

This month alone, I’ve probably been asked the questions “What are you doing in New Zealand?” and “Why don’t you study back home?” about 50 times, so here are my answers.

What am I doing here?

Find out more about study options and lifestyles in different cities and towns around New Zealand.

Where in New Zealand can you study?

How a future-focused education can help you get ahead.

Top tips from New Zealand teachers

Student from the United States of America

I always knew I wanted to study abroad, but I never really thought that, as an athlete, it would be possible. I went to many meetings and study abroad fairs trying to find the right fit for me, trying to make something work. 

Why I chose to study abroad as a US college level athlete

Students studying on the Wellington waterfront

Wellington is a sought-after study destination for smart, ambitious students who want to use art and technology to explore new ways of storytelling. 

Wellington – A creative hub

Winning a study visit to New Zealand has fuelled Thai teenager Boonyawee Paksival’s passion for a career in the food industry. 

Turning a passion for cooking into a career

Chilean student 

Top 5 reasons to study with New Zealand teachers

Let me start with a confession: When I arrived in Wellington back in February to start my studies I was a little nervous. It had been a while since I last attended any sort of class, and I didn’t really know what to expect. 

Teachers making a difference  in New Zealand

What makes a great teacher? International master's students talk about the teachers who inspire them most and why.

Teachers making a difference

Filipino Graduate Diploma student

3157 Rotorua Museum Rotorua Vaughan Brookfield

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is where I chose to continue my education, the foundation of my knowledge in New Zealand. It is located in the heart of Rotorua and extends to the whole of Bay of Plenty region.

Marc explains what support services are available for international students at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology.

Support services at Toi Ohomai 

Bachelor's student

I never expected it, but what I learned in philosophy will not just help me in my career, it will help me in life.

Studying Philosophy - the beauty of critical thinking

Polish student in New Zealand

Anna Czerwinska, from Poland, chose to study in New Zealand because she was fascinated with New Zealand's history and culture. 

Studying New Zealand history and culture

Where’s the best place to study if you’re looking for a global career in the film industry?

Studying film in New Zealand makes students Hollywood-ready!

Students carry out cutting-edge research 

Using an ultra-fast laser to inscribe a poem about a lock of hair onto an actual lock of hair is just one of the tasks that students of Associate Professor Cather Simpson have found themselves doing at the University of Auckland. 

Students carry out cutting-edge research

Vietnamese high school student. 

Kiana, from Viet Nam, shares her experience of studying at Hillcrest High School, Hamilton.

Realising my potential by studying in New Zealand

Ph.D. research tracks New Zealand’s glaciers

For US student Lauren Vargo, field work takes her out of the lab and onto a spectacular ancient river of ice. 

International students share stories about their favourite teachers in New Zealand.

Our most inspiring teachers

Communications Advisor

Samskar Palavarapu. An NZEA scholarship winner, who studied in New Zealand

New Zealand Excellence Award winners share what life is like after studying in New Zealand.

Since its introduction in 2016, the New Zealand Excellence Awards (NZEA) programme has offered dozens of Indian students the opportunity to experience New Zealand’s transformational education system. 

NZEA Winners: Where Are They Now?

Learning to read the body language of the animals she cares for is just one of the skills Vanessa Cheng has gained since moving to New Zealand to study veterinary science. 

New ways to care

Student from the Philippines

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology (located in Rotorua, New Zealand) was introduced by its school representative to me in the Philippines. It made me feel connected and I was reassured knowing that it is a government owned institution. 

Jenny decided to study in Rotorua because it is the tourist capital of New Zealand and the cost of living is relatively low.

Living in the tourist capital of New Zealand

Life can not be better learning English in Wellington

Frank, an English Language student from China, shares what he loves about studying in Wellington.

Student at University of Canterbury International College (UCIC)

I started my studies at the University of Canterbury International College (UCIC), a separate education provider for new international students. 

Life at the University of Canterbury

Stephanie Xie was visiting New Zealand with her family four years ago when her father suggested she consider studying here. 


Learning to live independently

Learning the skills to become an entrepreneur

Doris Lien’s New Zealand education helped her discover a talent for coming up with great ideas for start-up businesses.

Watch Sunny's video to see what it's like to study English in New Zealand

Learning English in New Zealand - Sunny's Story

Korean student takes flight in New Zealand 

Find out how studying abroad in New Zealand helped Elena Jung fulfill her dream of becoming a pilot. Elena Jung is on her way to teaching other students to fly after being accepted into a prestigious New Zealand flight training course. 

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It may be easier than you think to get good grades while still having as much fun as you possibly can. 

How to maximise fun and still get A’s

Norwegian high school student

How studying at high school in NZ enhanced my future

Marte shares how her time studying in NZ changed her as a person and better prepared her for her future.

A year ago I packed my bags and left my life as I knew it. At the time I didn’t know what lay in front of me. 

Chinese Ph.D. student

An international student has coffee with his professor

Students in New Zealand often have a more personal relationship with their teachers and lecturers than they would in other countries. Here, Chinese PhD student Hui Xiao and his supervisor, Professor David Baxter, talk about how they work together. 

How professors in New Zealand become mentors

how NZ unlocks the potential of student inventors Mark Rowlinson

From making a wind turbine to inventing a sports whistle for hearing-impaired athletes, students at a New Zealand school learn by working on projects that have a meaningful impact on the world. 

Technology teacher Marc Rowlinson explains how real-life projects help his students develop the skills they’ll need for the future. 

How New Zealand Unlocks the Potential of Student Inventors

It’s exam season for students in New Zealand and Matthew Le, a business student at the University of Auckland, is stressed. 

Handling exam stress

American student from Montana in the USA.

Josh Golden, from Montana in the USA, shares his study abroad experience.

Go (Overseas) For It!

Professor Jamie Collins is passionate about giving entrepreneurship students the skills they need to succeed in an increasingly competitive world.

Giving entrepreneurship students the skills to succeed

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Vietnamese student Lexie Vi says the four years she has spent studying in New Zealand have made her more confident and outgoing. 

Gaining the personal skills for success

Daniel's story as a university student in New Zealand

Daniel shares what he loves about studying and working in New Zealand. Daniel chose to study his Bachelor of Commerce degree at a New Zealand university and moved here all the way from Colombia. 

International students Alapan Roy and Jerry Geng outside their university in New Zealand

New Zealand’s practical approach to learning has given Jerry Geng and Alapan Roy Chowdhury the skills to work towards making the future of business more sustainable. 

A future in sustainable business

Native American Student at Auckland University of Technology (AUT)

A Native American students stands outside a marae in New Zealand

No matter your degree, making it a priority to learn about Māori culture will make your study abroad experience all the more enriching! 

Find out why taking a course in Māori culture will make your study abroad experience all the more enriching.

3 reasons to add a Māori course to your degree 

Student from Shanghai

Why you should study abroad at least once in your lifetime 

Florenz explains why you should study abroad at least once in your lifetime. I came here after working for one year in a company in Shanghai. At that time, I was like most university graduates: working from nine to five and from time to time pondering one question, WHAT NOW? 

Why you should study abroad at least once in your lifetime

Coming to a new country to study isn’t easy. Here are seven ways how to cope with stress when moving overseas.

7 ways to cope with stress

Singaporean PhD student

Tips to ensure that the Ph.D. journey isn't Lonesome

The Ph.D. journey is often said to be lonesome. For those starting the journey or planning to, I can assure you that this is not an exaggeration. Part of making the Ph.D. journey a meaningful one is to connect with others. Here are my top three tips for ensuring that your Ph.D. journey isn’t a lonesome one.

Tips to ensure that the PhD journey isn't lonesome

Tip - How to deal with homesickness when abroad

Students share their top tips on dealing with homesickness from their first experiences while studying in New Zealand.

How to deal with homesickness

Indian scholarship student Neeraj Nambiar has put together a series of blog posts based on his experiences which he hopes will become a one-stop shop for potential students thinking about coming to New Zealand. This is the fourth, and last, in the series.

Tips for travel and entertainment

Filipino postgraduate diploma student

Phillip shares his top tips for those starting work in New Zealand. By working with Kiwis, you will begin to understand who they are.  Here are some of my top tips to help you fit in quickly.

Tips for working In New Zealand

Scenic view at Okere Falls during one of my side trips

As an international student, having New Zealand work experience relevant to your qualification is essential. That is why I made the most of my spare time as a student to work part-time and start to engage with the Kiwi work environment. 

My work experience as an international student

Student at Auckland University and IT intern

Auckland Marina. My internship on the other side of the world.

During my semester in New Zealand, I had an internship with a small IT company in Auckland, where I was lucky enough to work in different areas, from applications development to research.

My Internship on the other side of the world

If you are an international student studying in New Zealand, chances are you have aspirations of visiting as many beautiful corners of the country as possible. 

Tips for the weekend traveller

Matthew Le in a selfie with some friends he made at a university social event

The past 2 weeks have been quite a journey for me. I have made mistakes. 
A lot of them. 

And here’s what I have learnt...

Making friends

A New Zealand teacher is inspiring girls to get into science and technology – one robot at a time. 

Kiwi teacher’s tips for girls who want to succeed in STEM

Canadian Study Abroad Student

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There is no such thing as a perfect time to study abroad. It is truly an experience of a lifetime. My advice for students is to face your fears and do it anyway! If you don’t do it now, then when?

Get ready to study abroad

Business administration programme student at AIS from Argentina.

Blog - arrival tips for studying in New Zealand

Maximiliano Ploder, from Argentina, shares some arrival tips for studying in New Zealand. 

Arrival tips for studying in New Zealand

Arriving in New Zealand for the first time was easily one of the most exciting experiences of my life. Soaring over mountains and landing near the ocean, I felt as though I had come to a truly magical place – and I was right! 

6 budget-friendly musts for your first week in NZ

School students in New Zealand use a telescope and digital technology to learn about the night sky.

Do you have a scholarship, or are you interested in applying for one? Four scholarship students share their thoughts on gaining a scholarship to study abroad in New Zealand.

Tips from scholarship students

Vietnamese student Thuy Nguyen is gaining valuable work experience even though she hasn’t yet finished her university studies. 

Gaining career skills

Hannah, a Vietnamese University student, is studying in New Zealand to complete a Bachelor of Commerce in Christchurch. Hannah loves her busy social life here and thinks it is the people that makes New Zealand so special.

A day in the life of Hannah from Vietnam

International student tandem skydiving  in Auckland

Meet three students who came to New Zealand to prepare themselves for careers in the exciting travel and tourism industry – and beyond.

Dreaming of a career in tourism?

Anouk Jansen had a six-month taste of faraway New Zealand life as a master's student, before deciding to move here from Europe.

Drawn by the distance

Chinese student at the University of Auckland

Chinese international student Weilian Du graduates from university in New Zealand

We asked Chinese student Weilian Du what she has gained by studying in New Zealand – and how it inspires her to want to help others.

Doing good with virtual reality 

Farah Khalaf was studying spatial design when a new video game changed the course of her studies — and her life.

Designing new worlds for a living

Otago Polytechnic Academic Leader of Fashion, Professor Margo Barton is a big believer in letting students be themselves and encouraging them to find their own way. Nothing gives her greater satisfaction than seeing a student discover what it is they really want to do – and succeeding at it.

Designing a future out of fashion

A day in the life of Alicia from Indonesia

See how Alicia, an Indonesian English language student, gets more from life in New Zealand!

Bachelor of Sports Coaching

In my previous post, I shared that in women's rugby your teammates are your ‘sisters’ and the team is your ‘family’, right from a club level to the elite Black Ferns. Not only is this feeling of community and belonging seen in rugby but it can also be found across a variety of different sports in New Zealand.

Sport in New Zealand

US Study Abroad Scholarship Student

Thinking about studying abroad in NZ? Nicole Guinn shares five things she discovered; from the hospitality to the true beauty.

5 surprises about studying abroad in New Zealand

American student at the University of Otago, Dunedin

A blog about reverse culture shock, redefining home, and post-New Zealand life. 

So how was your trip?

The tutor suggested me as a candidate. And, after they’d reviewed my portfolio, I got the job.

A pathway to the film industry for Chinese graduate

Ragavan Rajan is studying an 18-month Master of Information Technology at the University of Waikato. 

“I feel more confident now, like I can fly out to any part of the world once I've finished, walk into any interview and nail the interview session.”

Ragavan’s taught Master’s experience

International student reading in a university library

When Ma Boyong first arrived in New Zealand as a young international student, he knew no one and lacked confidence in his English skills.

Famous Chinese writer discovered his passion in NZ

Student at Ara Institute in Christchurch

If you are considering studying overseas and experiencing a different culture, Christchurch, New Zealand is definitely the best choice.


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