[Glo & Gil]

Hi all

would like to have some info on university in NZ.

The main reason for our desire to move is our 15yr son. In a few yrs we will need to think about univ.

Will like to know if there is some kind of financial support or scholarship that we will be able to apply for when the time comes

thk

glo.

[Migueliones15]

wow I was just about to open this thread :D

Could I please have some info on:

1. Which universities you can go to, to study history and train as a history teacher. Which ones are the best ones? :p

2. I will be moving to NZ to go to uni after I finish sixth from college. I should already have NZ citizenship. I'll still be in the UK at the time of applying. How do I go about applying? What will I do about interviews?

3. What students normally do for accommodation while at uni in NZ. And what should I do, seeing as I will only be moving to NZ for the start of uni and won't know anyone to share a house with - would it be having a room on the campus?

A big thank you in advance, because I really need to know about this! :)

[Singel]

1. Which universities you can go to, to study history and train as a history teacher. Which ones are the best ones? :p

The University of Auckland.........................
The University of Auckland was formally opened on 23 May 1883 as Auckland University College, part of the University of New Zealand. A disused courthouse and jail served as premises for the 95 students and 4 teaching staff.
http://www.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/about/uoa/history/home.cfm

It offers history subject and useful auxiliary subjects for students advancing in History are Ancient History, Anthropology, Economics, English, Geography, Philosophy, Political Studies, Sociology, Women's Studies and an appropriate language. If you are advancing in medieval history some knowledge of Latin and French is useful. Students attempting Asian history should consider taking an Asian language or courses in Asian Studies.
http://www.arts.auckland.ac.nz/departments/index.cfm?S=D_HISTORY

2. I will be moving to NZ to go to uni after I finish sixth from college. I should already have NZ citizenship. I'll still be in the UK at the time of applying. How do I go about applying? What will I do about interviews?

You could contact them and find out more about enrolment...............
Student Enquiries:
Phone: 0800 61 62 63
studentinfo@auckland.ac.nz

General Enquiries:
Phone: +64 9 373 7999
contactus@auckland.ac.nz

The University of Auckland
Private Bag 92019
Auckland Mail Centre
Auckland 1142
NEW ZEALAND
More info for prospective student : http://www.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/for/prospective/home.cfm?redirected&


3. What students normally do for accommodation while at uni in NZ. And what should I do, seeing as I will only be moving to NZ for the start of uni and won't know anyone to share a house with - would it be having a room on the campus?

About living accommodation : http://www.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/for/prospective/living/living_auckland.cfm


Hope this info helps.

Welcome to the forum and good luck with your study :nice1
:)

[Singel]

How does The University of Auckland rank internationally and within NZ?

International Ranking

The University of Auckland has always strived to be a research-led, international university recognised worldwide for the significance of its contributions to the advancement of knowledge and its commitment to serve its local, national and international communities.

Recognising these achievements, The Times Higher World University Rankings recently ranked the university

* # 52 in the world's top universities (The Times Higher, October 28, 2005)
* # 33 in the world top Biomedicine universities ( The Times Higher, October 7, 2005)
* # 72 in the world top Science universities (The Times Higher, October 7, 2005)
* # 49 in the world top Engineering and Information Technology Universities (The Times Higher, October 7, 2005)
* # 25 in the world top Arts and Humanities Universities (The Times Higher, October 7, 2005)
* # 65 in the world top Social Sciences Universities (The Times Higher, October 7, 2005)

For further information, see www.thes.co.uk

National Ranking

Complementing these international rankings, The University of Auckland is also ranked as New Zealand's top university based on research activity.

The Tertiary Education Commission Report released by the New Zealand Government in May 2004 commented that "on virtually any measure, the University of Auckland is the country's leading research university. Not only did it achieve the highest quality score of any TEO [tertiary education organisation], but it also has by far the largest share of A-rated researchers in the country".


For further information, see http://www.tec.govt.nz/

[Singel]

Hi all

would like to have some info on university in NZ.

The main reason for our desire to move is our 15yr son. In a few yrs we will need to think about univ.

Will like to know if there is some kind of financial support or scholarship that we will be able to apply for when the time comes

thk

glo.
The scholarship offers by the University of Auckland : http://www.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/for/prospective/welcomes/internationalstudents/costs/scholarships/nzdspublic.cfm

[Singel]

Specialised support offers to International Student : http://www.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/for/prospective/welcomes/internationalstudents/costs/scholarships/nzdspublic.cfm
:cheers

[jaycee]

Hi Migueliones, I was offered a place at a NZ uni a few years back - didn't take it in the end, about to apply again...

Applying from the UK should be no problem - interviews aren't always necessary either (I didn't have one) - think that applies more to arts courses where you have to present a portfolio etc. It was far more straightforward than the UK system - no personal statement, no reference or any of that, just needed certified copies of my exam results. I applied as an international student, don't know how that compares to the process for residents/citizens - maybe they go easy on foreigners 'cos of those big fees they're about to get from us ;)

There is uni accommodation if you need/want it - you'll be offered it when your application is accepted. There's the option of a homestay (lodging with a family) as well - again, not sure if that applies if you are a domestic student - but I think it does.

And of course the NZ first semester doesn't start until February, so you can have a good long holiday after your A-levels :D

Glo - some more info here about student loans etc:

http://www.studylink.govt.nz/

Hope this helps :)

[anna_c]

1) I would check this out, but my understanding of it is this:
-If you are a permanent resident/citizen, you are entitled to a student loan, consisting of the cost of your course fees, course related costs (such as books) and up to $150/week for living expenses. Certainly in wellington this is not realistitcally enough to live on - most students work part time or have parental help as well.
-if you have ALSO been resident for a period of I think 3 years and meet other criteria (such as having parents on a low income) you may be eligible for an allowance, which does not increase the total amount of money you get for living expenses but does mean you don't have to pay some of it back
-the best site to look at is www.studylink.govt.nz
2) I applied from the UK to Victoria University and as I had the required A-level grades and was applying for a non competitive course (BA) entry was pretty much automatic, no interview was needed. All contact was by email. However you will probably need an interview for a teaching course - they may do it by phone. I suggest you contact the department.
3) If you have NZ citizenship you are NOT classified as an International Student and should not contact the international office,
4) Victoria University allows you to train as a history teacher, I believe either by doing a three year BA and then a 1 year teaching course, or by doing both a degree in history and a seperate one in teaching at the same time. I can't comment on the quality of this.
5) In Wellington, the majority of school-leaver students live instudent hostels or with family for their first year, but you don't have to and it's perfectly possible to find a place in a flat of people you don't know (as I did) but you need to get there early.

If you have any specific questions about Vic, please ask.

Anna

[jodieinchch]

I would suggest google searching different institutes in NZ. Look at each one. Don't rule out any before you've compared the courses at each.

[KerryS]

There are 8 Universities in NZ: University of Auckland, Auckland University of Technology (AUT), Massey, Waikato, Victoria, Canterbury, Lincoln and Otago.

If you want to teach history there are two routes you can follow to qualify; either take an arts degree, with a major in history, followed by a one year education course. Or, alternatively take an education degree, with a specialisation in history.

As an NZ citizen you are entitled to a student loan, which you can get from Studylink. Check out their website for more info. (Basically, they pay fees and costs, and offer a $150pw living allowance.)

Any other info just ask - I used to be a reseracher at the Uni of Auckland.

[Migueliones15]

Thanks for the replies everyone - they've answered all my questions!

Love the idea of a nice long break Jaycee :D

[Glo & Gil]

Hi all

Thks for all the replies, I will do some reserach on the different sites.


GLo