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There are three main types of student accommodation in New Zealand. As an international student, you need to consider several factors before taking up a student accommodation:HomeEducation SystemDestination of Higher EducationApplication ProcessPostgraduate StudiesMBA in New ZealandWhy MBA in New ZealandTourism CoursesEnvironmental StudiesUndergraduate ProgrammesUniversitiesGrading SystemScholarshipsWorking in New ZealandStudent VisaStudent AccommodationEating and ShoppingBank AccountImportant CitiesImportant Numbers and FlightsEmbassyMannersList of ExamsEducation BodiesCost of livingWhat to pack- Do you wish to stay within the campus or off the campus
- Security concerns if you are renting a flat
- Deposit issues
- Rules of the Halls of Residence
- Reliability of the landlord
Halls of Residence are probably the best accommodation options for students. Tertiary institutions in New Zealand have Halls of Residence which are located within a short radius from the campus.
You can have a single or a twin share accommodation with facilities of a dining hall, lounge and common laundry. The Halls of Residence also have a warden to address the needs of the students. It offers a safe and secured environment for students and gives all a chance to interact with students of different cultures, communities and races.
Average cost: Around NZ$200 per week.
Homestay/Private Board
This kind of accommodation is extremely helpful for students who are homesick as you get the opportunity to stay with a family. It is both secure and homely. Homestay arrangement enables you to stay with a New Zealand family. The student usually stays in a room which is often separate from the main house. Homestay accommodation also includes meals and weekly washing.
Rents vary according to places and setup but usually start at about $180 per week. Staying with a New Zealand family also helps you experience Kiwi culture.
Following are some of the important and common rules for homestay accommodation which you might have to observe if you opt for staying with a host:
- No drinking or smoking inside the house
- Pets not allowed unless approved by the host family
- Taking messages: This is a both way system where you can take messages on behalf of the host family and vice versa.
- Visitors and friends: Visitors are mostly allowed but for overnight stay, you might have to seek permission of the host family.
- You should inform the host family for Coming home or going away for holidays
Flatting/Independent Accommodation
Renting an independent apartment is locally termed as “Going Flatting”. Renting a flat gives you the flexibility to live with friends and students of different cultures. Flats are available in almost all city suburbs. The concept of flatting is slightly different in New Zealand than other countries where roommates have things labeled even foods kept in the refrigerator. In New Zealand, Kiwis however, prefer to live communally and share everything. They love to socialize and eat together. Some flats even do not have televisions. Flats can have one bedroom or 4 to 5 bedrooms. Rent usually varies between $70 - $150 per week, plus expenses like food, electricity, phone, water etc.
- Demand of flats increases with the start of the semester. So make early start while looking for a flat.
- Consider the cost of transport while looking for a flat
- Choose your flats very carefully especially flatmates and see if you can live them through the semester.
- Do not rush into any flatting agreements. Take your time before making a commitment.
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shikha5/25/2012 10:19:17 PM
Si, I want PR in newzealand .i have done M.sc maths in 2008 after then i have done B.Ed in2009 .Currently i m working as a teacher from last two year in well reputed Prviate sr,secondary school.I want to migrate there with my husband. We get married in july 2011 .PLZ suggest me the best way to migrate there.thnx
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Satveer. Kaur5/25/2012 6:28:43 PM
I m in England now but I want to migrate in newzeland , how can I do it? My qalification is general nursing midwifery from India
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Its Utkarsh Lungare from INDIA i had done my Bachelors of Engineering ( Information Technology ) from pune university Maharashtra and i have got admission in PGDip in commerce (major:information systems) fall intake need your help about the job opportunities and job prospects in NZ itself for my specific course and also scope and world recognition after the course. Also how is the environment for Indians at new Zealand because there was some problems going on with Indians at Australia. I
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dr.prabhakar kumar5/17/2012 7:09:59 PM
respected sr, i am in internshp {5thyr} pursuing bachelor of dental surgery: i want to know the scholarship programme for indian student in newzeland and australia. nd their egligibility.......for postgraduate course in dentistry...., i will be thankful to u for ths...
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leena5/6/2012 6:25:51 PM
hello.. I pursuing BBA final year in Aviation, hospitalty, travel and tourism management. i like to do MBA in New Zealand and i would also like to know how many marks i should score to do MBA in New Zealand n what exam i should write? and about fee struture?
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preetha5/4/2012 5:11:57 PM
hello , i'm in my final year of B.tech (biotechnology) and i would like to pursue my MBA abroad. I dont have any working experience, pls guide me in getting into any university....
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Manish Patel5/3/2012 7:53:00 PM
Dear sir, I have completed B.Pharm and I have 2 year experience as a production chemist..now I want to study in newzealand ,so please suggest me related course and good university and requirement also.Thanks,Manish
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purvi bhatt5/2/2012 12:39:33 PM
hello sir, please suggest me B.sc home science graduate complete 2002,2002 to 2011 continue medical representative job in pharma company ielts 6 band please suggest me i apply student visa newzeland
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parminder singh4/26/2012 9:22:24 AM
ihave completed my study in 2007 { 2} my study have gape four years but i am doing course now i have got 5.5 band in ielts how i can cover my gap or how i can eligible to get student visa for new zealand tell me