NEWS AND EVENTS
To better address the learning needs of our clients NIS has recently set up an office in India, China and Brisbane, Australia. Having an office in Shanghai enables NIS to better manage the transition Chinese students into the New Zealand educational environment and the office in Brisbane assists in consolidating NIS pathways into many Australian Universities. Future development of NIS is expected to involve building stronger links with market representatives in Thailand and Vietnam.
Make an application
Fill in this registration form if you would like to book a place on a course.
Then print the form and send it to The National Institute of Studies by fax or post.
We will send you immediate confirmation that we have received your registration. We will send confirmation of your registration within 2 days.
When you fill in this form, you will need to think about the:
- Course you want to take
- Date you want to start Number of weeks you want to study
- Accommodation you want
- Method you want to pay, We are always happy to help and advise you, so please contact us at the school if you have any questions at info@nis.ac.nz
- Be disciplined. Not always having an official class time has advantages, but you need to manage time well to prevent assignments from falling through the cracks.
- Establish a routine.
- Learn to type. Be creative. Do your share.
- Team projects and papers are a big part of your education. Doing your fair share will increase learning and help your reputation with your fellow students.
- Apply what you learn.
- Make an effort. What you get out of your program is directly related to what you put into it.
- Learn to collaborate by remote. Working on a project with a team from a remote location is highly applicable in today's business world.
- Draw from the experience of others.
- Interacting with fellow students can offer insight into a variety of business situations.
- Use professors as learning facilitators. Understand what you learn. Get questions answered.
- Focus on the goal. At times, you'll be frustrated during the process, and your family, work, and social life may suffer. But when things get tough, remember what you're trying to achieve and who made sacrifices for you along the way.
Most students are required to have a visa (get entry clearance) before they come. Getting a visa may take some time, so it is a good idea to be prepared and to have all the information you need to meet immigration requirements before you apply. Visa Requirements: New Zealand overseas student policy is designed to facilitate the entry of foreign students for the purpose of: (a) Fostering the development of international linkages and mutual goodwill and understanding through reciprocal exchange schemes; (b) Promoting increased foreign exchange earnings from educational services; (c) Enhancing the quality of New Zealand educational services.
To obtain a student visa / permit you must meet the following policy requirements:
(a) An offer of a place in an educational institution in New Zealand including;
The name of the course and the minimum time required for completion;
Evidence that the course meets foreign student policy requirements;
The amount of the fee for the complete course or if the course is longer than 1 year, the annual fee;
Whether you need or do not need to pay course fees;
(b) Evidence of: Exemption from course fees; or Payment of course fees. (For applications dealt with outside New Zealand this evidence is not required until after your application has been approved in principle); and
(c) A guarantee of accommodation from either the institution or from some other person prepared to provide accommodation; and
(d) Evidence of sufficient funds for maintenance during the student's stay in New Zealand including:
The notice of the award of a full scholarship; or Completed "Financial Undertaking for Student" form. Sponsors signing this financial undertaking form must have the equivalent of NZ$10,000 in your bank account available to the students should they require it.
Alternatively for short term students taking courses of less than 36 weeks, a letter or certificate from a bank in New Zealand confirming sufficient funds for day to day living and the purchase of a return ticket or a letter from the educational institution confirming that accommodation and other living expenses are included as part of prepaid package (e.g. home stay) will be acceptable.
For long term students taking courses of 36 weeks or longer, evidence of funds of NZ$10.000 per year available in New Zealand for the student (travelers cheques, bank documents in the student's name are acceptable) is required if a "Financial Undertaking for Student" is not available.
Fees
Certain nationals are exempt from paying the New Zealand Immigration Service student visa fee.
Health and Character Requirements
If you intend to study in New Zealand for more than 24 months you must undergo a Medical and X-Ray examination before a Student Visa / Permit will be granted.
You will also have to supply a police certificate from your country of citizenship.
Full details of visa and permit requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements are available through the New Zealand Immigration Service, and can be viewed on their web site at http://www.immigration.govt.nz