Question 1

How to choose the university that fits you?

Accepted Answer

Before enrolling into a university and course, there are a few things you need to ask
- Which country do I want to study in?
- What is my priority - budget, ranking, university or course interest?
- Do I qualify for my chosen university?
- What is my budget?

Based on the conditions above, your study abroad consultat will help you shortlist 2-3 university and course options based on your criteria and priorities.

Question 2

What is QS World Ranking and what does it measure?

Accepted Answer

All of New Zealand's universities are in the QS University World Ranking

The QS World Ranking is a methodology that measures the quality of universities worldwide by their
- Academic reputation
- Employer reputation
- Faculty to student ratio
- Citation per faulty
- International faculty ratio
- International student ratio

Question 3

What are the top universities in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

Top and popular universities in New Zealand are:

- Auckland University of Technology
- Lincoln University
- Massey University
- The University of Auckland
- University of Otago
- University of Canterbury
- University of Waikato
- Victoria University of Wellington

Question 4

What are the popular fields of study taken by Malaysian students in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

New Zealand institutions have strengths in a variety of field of study that attract international students from all around the world:

- Business & Management           
- Engineering                          
- IT & Computer Science 
- Health Sciences
- Agriculture & Environmental Sciences
- Hospitality & Tourism               
- Creative Arts, Media & Design

Question 5

Which qualifications offered in Malaysia are accepted by Australian universities?

Accepted Answer

If you are applying to do your Bachelor's degree in New Zealand, you will need to have completed your pre-university qualification.

Due to geographical proximity and its international recognition, the Australian Matriculation e.g. SACE or WACE, is commonly accepted. Depending on the field of study and the university, the minimum ATAR score to qualify for the degree will differ. Here are some general entry requirements as reference:

- Health Sciences: ATAR 75
- Engineering: ATAR 75
- Other fields: ATAR 65

Other pre-university qualifications are accepted as well e.g.

- A-Level
- UEC
- STPM
- Foundation / Matriculation
- Diploma
- IB Diploma
- Canadian Matriculation (CIMP)

Just check with your study abroad consultant whether your results i.e. qualification, subjects and the respective grades, meet the entry requirements set by the university for your desired degree courses.

Question 6

What are the entry requirements to study Foundation pathway courses directly in New Zealand after SPM or IGCSE?

Accepted Answer

If you are looking to study your foundation in New Zealand i.e. foundation courses that are offered by the universities themselves or by the pathway providers like Navitas, the general entry requirements are:

- SPM: 4 or 5 pass depending on uni
- IGCSE: 4 or 5 pass depending on uni

Naturally, subject pre-requisites will apply depending on what Bachelor's degree you plan to pursue after your foundation. Here is the typical subjects and grades required to enter a foundation programme heading to the following study areas :

- Health Sciences : SPM/IGCSE C (credit) for Mathematics, Biology
- Engineering : SPM/IGCSE C (credit) for Mathematics

Question 7

What English proficiency tests are required to study in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

The common English language proficiency examinations offered in Malaysia and the results that are typically accepted for an New Zealand university application are:

- IELTS: 6.5 overall or nothing less than 6.0
- Pearson PTE: above 60, nothing less than 50
If your highest qualification e.g. Diploma or Pre-University, were taught in English as the medium of instruction, it may be possible to get an exemption of the english language proficiency exams.

Universities may also set specific language requirements for different courses, so you can speak to a study abroad consultant to advise you on the language requirements of the courses you are interested in!

Question 8

I am not sure if my results meet the requirements. Can I still study in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

For any reason you do not qualify to take any international pre-university courses such as Australian Matricuation, A-Level or do not directly qualify for the Foundation course of your desired university, there are other alternative pathways such as Pathway Programmes or taking a Diploma.

Pathway Programme is a preparatory course made to prepare students for entry to a university degree. The benefits of this programme are:

- almost guaranteed progression into the university tied to the programme, including various high ranking universities.
- some of the programmes can be as short as 4 months.
- you will receive additional support such as tutor, english classes and a programme advisor.

A Diploma course typically has lower entry requirements and has a 2 year duration that leads to a degree programme. Once you complete your Diploma you will begin in Year 2 of the Degree course.

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