Top Universities To Study In New Zealand

There are eight universities in New Zealand, all of which feature in the QS World University Rankings® 2018, a particularly impressive feat when you consider the country’s population is only around 4.7 million. In addition, New Zealand’s higher education system also includes 18 institutes of technology and polytechnics, which offer vocational courses of varying lengths and levels, focusing on practical skills and hands-on experience.

The New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF) is at the heart of New Zealand’s higher education system, ensuring that quality standards are maintained. Many students will be pleased to know that class sizes in New Zealand are small, which means you can expect good levels of tutor/student interaction. The country’s higher education system was ranked 16th in the world in the QS Higher Education System Strength Rankings 2016.

Watch this to know more about the top five universities in New Zealand:

 

1- University of Auckland

 

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s largest and highest-ranked university. Currently, it ranks joint 82nd in the world, according to the QS World University Rankings 2018. Established back in 1883, it was a constituent college of the University of New Zealand before the latter dissolved in 1961. The university is made up of eight faculties and six campuses, and currently, has more than 40,000 students. It’s situated in New Zealand’s largest city, Auckland, which makes it an even more attractive choice for numerous students from around the globe.

 

2- University of Otago

 

New Zealand’s oldest higher education institution, the University of Otago was established in 1869. It is New Zealand’s second entry in the QS World University Rankings 2018, ranked 151st in the world. The university, whose motto is “Dare to be wise”, currently teaches around 20,600 students in its four faculties (humanities, sciences, health sciences and business). It is situated in Dunedin, which is the second-largest city on the South Island.

 

3- University of Canterbury

 

Also located on the South Island, in the island’s largest city of Christchurch, the University of Canterbury is the third-best university in New Zealand and is also ranked 214th in the world. It was founded in 1873, which makes it the second-oldest higher education institution in the country. About 15,000 students are enrolled, with courses offered in subjects including arts, commerce, engineering, fine arts, forestry, health sciences, law, music, social work, speech and language pathology, science, sports coaching and teaching.

 

4- Victoria University of Wellington

 

New Zealand’s fourth entrant in the QS World University Rankings 2018, Victoria University of Wellington is ranked 219th globally. It was established in 1897 as a constituent college of the University of New Zealand and became an independent institution in 1961. The university is host to about 21,000 students in its nine faculties. It is well known for its programs in law, the humanities, and some scientific disciplines, and offers a wide range of other courses as well.

 

5- University of Waikato

 

The University of Waikato is placed 292nd in the world in 2018, up 32 places from last year. It’s one of the younger top universities in New Zealand, founded in 1964, and is located in the cities of Hamilton and Tauranga on the North Island. The university has around 12,300 students and appears in the top 250 of the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2017 for 12 subjects.

 

The other three universities in New Zealand, Massey University, Lincoln University and Auckland University of Technology, are all ranked among the world’s top 450 institutions in the QS World University Rankings 2018.

Study in New Zealand with us

When you have decided to study in New Zealand, it is important for you to bank on skilled and experienced overseas consultants for the nation. You will also receive accurate details on the courses in New Zealand. We here at Study Smart are experienced and skilled when it comes to admission procedures to top colleges in New Zealand. Our overseas education consultants in Pune & Delhi help you with work/study visas. They are ENZ certified and have either lived or studied abroad. With the perfect overseas education consultant for New Zealand, you will receive the confidence to relocate to a new nation without hassles!

 

We have offices in Pune and Delhi. You may meet our friendly overseas education consultants in Pune & Delhi and start applying to the top universities in New Zealand. Our Pune office is located opposite Wadia College and you may drop in to meet our skilled team of abroad education consultants there. They will also provide you with information on financial scholarships, admission procedures, accommodation and more. We ensure you get all the help you need for relocating to New Zealand for your academic dreams smoothly.

 

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