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Aoraki Polytechnic welcomes students to study any one of a selection of its highly interesting and rewarding programmes.
Aoraki Polytechnic has hosted international students for many years and its graduates recall not only the first-class programmes but also the friendliness, support, smaller classes and facilities. International students will enjoy the advantage of study at a top rate organisation set amongst the spectacular scenery of the region as well as the opportunity to experience world renowned outdoor pursuits.
Aoraki Polytechnic, with its wide range of internationally and nationally recognised qualifications, anticipates that your study and life experience here will be memorable and productive.
Code of Practice
Aoraki Polytechnic has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Minister of Education. Copies of the Code are available on request from this institution or from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website at http://minedu.govt.nz.
Immigration
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 website at http://www.immigration.govt.nz.
Eligibility for Health Services
Most international students are not entitled to publicly-funded health services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment during your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of that treatment. Full details on entitlements to publicly-funded health services are available through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed on their website at http://www.moh.govt.nz.
Accident Insurance
The Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) provides accident insurance for all New Zealand citizens, residents and temporary visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. Further information can be viewed on the ACC website at http://www.acc.co.nz.
Medical and Travel Insurance
International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand.
Accommodation
Aoraki Polytechnic offers a range of accommodation options for international students studying at Aoraki Polytechnic.
Applicants are asked about their accommodation preferences and a homestay family or hostel room can be selected for them from our range of providers.
Accommodation options include:
• Homestay
• Hostel
• Flats
Aoraki Polytechnic checks and regularly inspects homestay accommodation. Alternative accommodation can be arranged in hostel in Timaru. Aoraki Polytechnic arranges payment to these two types of
accommodation on behalf of students.
In addition, Aoraki Polytechnic can provide advice for students looking for accommodation in flats which are then the responsibility of students to maintain.
Further Information
For a copy of the prospectus or information about enrolling as an international students at Aoraki Polytechnic, contact the Aoraki Polytechnic International Department.
International Department
Aoraki Polytechnic
32 Arthur Street
Private Bag 902
Timaru 7940
New Zealand
Phone: +64 3 684 0835
Fax: +64 3 684 0834
International mobile: +6427 746 7309
international@aoraki.ac.nz
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