Conditions for junior college students to apply for master's degree study in New Zealand

Those who apply for master’s degree study in New Zealand are not just undergraduates, but also many junior college students who apply to improve their academic qualifications. Next, I will tell you how New Zealand junior college students apply to study abroad for a master's degree.

1. Requirements for studying in New Zealand from junior college to master's degree

If you want to obtain a master's degree from the National University of New Zealand, an effective way is to first apply for a level 7 post-baccalaureate diploma related to the major you study. Graduate Diploma, this is a one-year course, the actual study time is 9 months. After completing this one-year course, you have two options: one is to directly study for a master's degree LEVEL9 (Master) (usually two years of schooling); or you can take a more flexible approach, that is, start studying for a postgraduate diploma course LEVEL8 from the second year (Postgraduate Diploma), this is also a one-year course, and the master's degree course is completed in the third year. The specific method to be adopted depends on your actual situation and learning ability.

Normally, IELTS scores of 6.5 are required to apply for a master's degree in New Zealand, with scores of no less than 6.0 in all majors, such as engineering, business and other majors. If you do not have language scores or the scores are not up to standard, you can first go to the language institute of a local university for language training. After reaching certain requirements, you can study postgraduate courses.

2. Application process for master's degree in New Zealand

1. Check school information: This is relatively simple. You can obtain information by checking the school's official information on the Internet.

2. Submit a written application: You can download admission brochures, admission application forms, New Zealand Study Abroad Scholarship application forms and other admission materials through the official website. After filling them out, submit them from the official website.

3. Fill in the application form: Before filling it out, read the contents of the application form carefully to avoid missing the most important content. The application form must be filled out neatly and clearly, and each question must be answered completely.

4. Provide language score: IELTS score or TOEFL score certificate.

5. Provide university transcripts: If you are applying for a graduate degree, you must attach a university transcript. If you are applying for an undergraduate degree, you must attach a high school transcript. In addition to Chinese and English transcripts, you must also have a notarized transcript. . The transcript must contain the names of courses studied, credits, grades and ranking in the class.

6. Copies and notarial certificates of academic qualifications and degrees

7. Proof of financial guarantee. Relevant bank deposits or financial aid certificates from relatives and friends are required. If the school provides a full scholarship, it is not required. Provide proof of this. If a relative or friend provides guarantee, the guarantor must fill in the relevant form and attach relevant supporting documents.

8. Physical examination form or health certificate. Generally, schools require applicants to provide an experience form, which is provided by the school and must be filled out and signed by a doctor.

9. Formally apply and submit all application materials together with the application fee to the school.

10. Official admission. If the application for admission is approved, the applicant will receive an admission notice from the school and a school admission permit for applying for a visa.

3. What are the advantages of studying for a master’s degree in New Zealand?

1. Low-cost study abroad, high cost performance

As we all know, the more developed countries are, the higher the cost of studying abroad. However, the cost of studying abroad in New Zealand is much cheaper than in other developed countries.

The tuition fee for a New Zealand master's degree is generally about 150,000 to 250,000 yuan/year. Living expenses vary from person to person. Combined with accommodation, food, transportation and other living expenses, the overall cost is about 80,000 to 150,000 yuan/year. .

The cost of studying abroad is only about half of that of universities in European and American countries!

Moreover, New Zealand also allows international students to work part-time after school, working 20 hours a week, or full-time 40 hours during holidays. Part-time hourly wages in New Zealand are not low, with the minimum hourly wage being NZ$20 (approximately 90 yuan). Even if you work part-time within a specified time frame, you can still cover part of your living expenses. While reducing the stress of life for international students, they can also accumulate work experience.

2. No undergraduate background is required, and students can study across majors.

When recruiting master's students, most colleges require applicants to have relevant undergraduate backgrounds. But when applying for a New Zealand master's degree, you can apply across majors! However, you must take relevant bridge courses in advance.

So, if you no longer want to continue studying an undergraduate major during your master's degree, but want to study another major, then studying in New Zealand is your best choice.

3. Easier to immigrate

New Zealand is a relatively easy country to immigrate to, with clear policies and few variables. Skilled immigration for international students generally does not require large additional expenses. As long as you find a job related to your major after graduation, the salary meets the standard, and you are sponsored by an employer, you can submit an immigration application.