International student Yamika Gandhi poses while in a body harness on a nature walk

Ever since I was 11, I have been a huge fan of the Hunger Games. Every time I re-read the books, I visualised myself in the woods, equipped with a backpack full of tools, pushing my way through the thorny bushes and fighting for survival.

Learning About Forest Conservation in New Zealand | Study With New Zealand

International student Yamika poses for the camera while sitting on a tree branch in Central Otago

While getting a quality education is high on every student’s list of priorities, spending time away from the classroom and coursework is also important. Whether you only have a day off, a long weekend, or it’s the end of the semester, New Zealand is one of the best places in the world to plan a holiday!

My First Holiday Break in New Zealand: Yamika’s Story | Study With New Zealand

Health Science student at University of Otago 

International student Gabe Pinvanichkul poses for a photo with school friends

Studying in New Zealand since 2018, international student Gabe Pinvanichkul is now well aware of what to expect from exams from Kiwi education providers, the differences between the exams in New Zealand and the exams he’d be expected to sit back home in Thailand, and the best ways to cope with exam-time stress.

My First Exams in New Zealand: Gabe’s Story | Study With New Zealand

Masters of Civil Engineering at the University of Canterbury 

International student Daniela stands on the edge of a wharf and points out at the ocean and seabirds

When Colombian student Daniela Castillo arrived in New Zealand to study her Master of Civil Engineering as a homestay student, she didn’t expect her first six months to go as smoothly as they did.

My First Six Months in New Zealand: Daniela’s Story | Study With New Zealand

Annsen Chen enjoying a nature walk around Dunedin, New Zealand

Kia ora koutou, my name is Annsen. I’m originally from Hong Kong, and I’ve been living in New Zealand for 6 years now. This is my story.

Life As A Student in Dunedin: Annsen's Story | Study With New Zealand

While studying is undeniably the primary focus of any study abroad journey, the cultural aspect is equally significant to the overall experience.

Beyond Borders: Forging International Friendships and Celebrating Cultural Diversity | Study With New Zealand

Many years ago, my parents chose New Zealand as my study destination because they wanted me to learn English among other life skills. Fast forward a few years back in Colombia, I couldn’t stop thinking about New Zealand. The memories were so powerful that I decided to come back to study my Masters in Civil Engineering at the University of Canterbury. 

Learning About Māori Culture in Rotorua | Study With New Zealand

I arrived in New Zealand in 2018 as a 13-year-old boy who knew little English. My parents have always wanted me to study abroad and experience things that Thailand, my home country, cannot grant me.

Learning about Agriculture in Rotorua, New Zealand | Study With New Zealand

PhD student

Chinese PhD student Mengping shares how her New Zealand study experience challenged her to become more open-minded, confident and purposeful. 

How Four Years of Studying in New Zealand Enriched and Purified Me | Study With New Zealand

Bachelor's student

Matt Le standing in front of the entrance to a marae grounds.

Matt Le visited a wharenui (meeting house) on a marae in Auckland. He participated in a pōwhiri welcome, and learned about the Māori concepts of manaakitanga and kaitiakitanga.

Visiting a Marae | Study With New Zealand

Associate professor Ekant Veer's passion for helping students become “useful, happy people” was just one of the reasons why he was named one of the world’s top 40 business professors under 40.

The New Zealand Professor Inspiring Students to Change the World | Study With New Zealand

US Study Abroad student

Secondary school student from Thailand

Students share what they’ve learned about themselves while studying in New Zealand.

Learning About Ourselves While Studying Abroad | Study With New Zealand

University of Auckland professor Kathleen Campbell

University of Auckland professor Kathleen Campbell is a specialist in extreme environments and uses her research to help search for life on other planets. 

Study in New Zealand to join the search for life on Mars! | Study With New Zealand

Kevin Wang Gang says his New Zealand education helped him to become one of China’s most successful venture capitalists.

New Zealand Built My Business Mind | Study With New Zealand

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 | Study With New Zealand

Field Director at Education New Zealand

Students in Auckland, New Zealand with Rangitoto Island in the background

It is a sunny Sunday morning in Vermont, USA, and the North American Whānau Council – East Coast has gathered.

'Study Abroad' Students Bring Kiwi Culture to the US | Study With New Zealand

A medical student learning to use a CT scanner

Sook Yee Yong didn’t know anyone in New Zealand when she arrived here to study for her medical degree, but it didn’t take long to feel at home.

Diving Into Kiwi Culture as a Medical Student | Study With New Zealand

Indian diploma student

Little did I know that making the decision to travel abroad to study would take so much time and effort.

My Travel and Study Abroad Dream | Study With New Zealand

Carson had already founded his own business when he enrolled in the University of Otago’s Master of Entrepreneurship (MEntr) programme.

Studying Entrepreneurship for Business Growth | Study With New Zealand

Group of international students in New Zealand

Chinese student Jiashu Yang is on a mission to help other students enjoy studying in New Zealand as much as he has.

Supporting International Students to Succeed | Study With New Zealand

When Adriana Christie moved to New Zealand from South America, she discovered an education system that could help her manage her dyslexia and achieve her dream of becoming a social entrepreneur.

From International Student to Entrepreneur | Study With New Zealand

students looking out to sea on a beach in New Zealand

When Vinutha Haridhasan came to New Zealand to study, she was surprised to discover that many Kiwis left work at 5pm.

Enjoying the Kiwi Lifestyle | Study With New Zealand

Indian physiotherapy student uses a modal skeleton to explain something to a client or tutor.

Being named after a famous English cricketer made it almost inevitable that Indian PhD student Sibi Boycott Walter would end up involved in the world of cricket.

PhD Turns Passion for Cricket into a Career | Study With New Zealand

Getting used to Kiwi food was one of the first challenges Hannah Vu faced when she arrived in New Zealand from Viet Nam.

A Pathway to Work Success | Study With New Zealand

Students walking up stairs at a New Zealand university campus

Japanese student Sena would like to use the business and marketing skills he has gained while studying in New Zealand to make wagashi just as well-known here as sushi.

Bringing Japanese Cakes to Kiwis | Study With New Zealand

Indonesian undergraduate student

Stephani and a friend on the Lincoln University campus

The top 3 things that I love about my university are: the buildings, the people, and the student’s association (LUSA).

Why I Chose to Study at Lincoln University | Study With New Zealand

Saudi Arabian graduate

Abdulrahman in food safety gear, working at a desktop computer

In 2009, I moved from Saudi Arabia to Dunedin to live with a family while studying at Otago University’s English Language Centre.

From Saudi Arabia to New Zealand | Study With New Zealand

US Study Aboard student

The biggest piece of advice for future international students is to challenge yourself socially.

Scholarships Make Dreams Possible | Study With New Zealand

Linh Ta has had lots of opportunities to gain international connections since she began studying at Victoria University of Wellington.

Building Global Connections in New Zealand | Study With New Zealand

Students relaxing on beanbags on a New Zealand university campus

“The first month was hard, but I challenged myself to be more open,” says Thanh Ha, an international student in New Zealand.

Making Friends in New Zealand | Study With New Zealand

Studying for an international qualification in hotel management in New Zealand has led Deepak Nair to a management career in the country’s booming hospitality industry.

A Career in Hotel Management | Study With New Zealand

For Richard Jin, learning to become a vet nurse isn’t about sitting in a classroom – it’s about gaining hands-on experience caring for animals in the community.

Vet Nurse Student Gains Hands-On Animal Experience | Study With New Zealand

Japanese nursing student Kazushi ‘Kaz’ Noiri enjoyed his time studying in New Zealand so much that he embarked on an epic fundraising walk across the length of the country.

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