Earn Your Degree at the University of Auckland

  New Zealand

• Auckland: 
Auckland

Description: AustraLearn will facilitate your direct enrollment to the University of Auckland for a bachelor's, master's or PhD program. The University of Auckland was established in 1883 and has grown into an international center of learning and academic excellence. The University offers a world-class education to 32,000 students, more than 4,700 of whom are international student coming from over 90 countries. The University of Auckland is a research-led university and this is extremely important to our students and the quality of teaching they receive. Students on the study abroad program live and learn on the city campus, which is one of the university's five campuses. the city campus is surrounded by park-like grounds, which offer a retreat from the bustling city center, just a five-minute walk away.

Auckland, New Zealand's largest city, has a population of around 1.3 million, which represents about 1/3 of the population of the whole country. Situation in the north of New Zealand's North Island, it occupies a narrow isthmus between two stunning harbors. With 23 regional parks, two marine reserves, 100 km of coastline, more than 500 km of walking tracks and 48 volcanic cones, Auckland's lifestyle has been voted amongst the best in the world.

About AustraLearn

AustraLearn has been appointed by 33 top-ranked universities in Australia and New Zealand as your application center in the U.S. and Canada. From start to finish, we provide you free support and enrollment assistance while you seek your degree in any field of study.

We are here for you on behalf of the universities as your central contact in the U.S. and Canada. They trust us to give you the information you need, when you need it, and financially support us to work on their behalf.

* We are financially supported by the universities so that all of our services can be FREE to you; we assist with the application, enrollment, financial aid, and student visa process.
* We are your central contact; we simplify the process by being your application center on your side of the world.
* You receive quicker responses to all your concerns and questions via direct personal contacts. The universities trust us to give you the information you need, when you need it.
* Many of the institutions we work with are ranked within the top 500 world-wide and 7 are in the top 50.
* The university is more apt to look at an application submitted by AustraLearn, because they know it has been reviewed by our staff and is complete upon arrival.

Highlights: Auckland has something to offer everyone, including great outdoors adventures such as bungee jumping, fishing, diving, surfing, sailing, parachuting, microlighting, horse-trekking- the list goes on. Auckland also provides an array of cosmopolitan experiences, such as concerts, theatrical performances, sporting events, scenic walks and art galleries. The newly developed waterfront offers an exciting nightlife with a variety of restaurants, clubs, bars and pubs. iSPACE, the international students activities center, offers a wide range of programs to ensure that students get the most from their Study Abroad experience. Activities such as surfing, tramping, and sailing are offered on a regular basis. Students also have to opportunity to join any of the 100 student clubs operating on campus. The Recreation Center, at the city campus, provides facilities for most indoor sporting and fitness activities.

Why study in Australia or New Zealand?

In addition to being exciting destinations that many people dream of visiting for a vacation, both Australia and New Zealand offer both personal and professionally rewarding educational opportunities for American and Canadian students.

Unprecedented Popularity

Both New Zealand and Australia are the fastest growing study abroad destinations for North Americans. In 2002, nearly 185,000 international students were enrolled at universities in Australia to earn their degree, and that number is increasing by 30% a year. In New Zealand, international student numbers are growing at over 40% per year.

International Recognition and Accreditation

A degree you earn in either country is recognized internationally and all universities are accredited and highly regulated by their respective governments, ensuring you of the highest quality education experience. In fact, both the Canadian and U.S. Departments of Education recognize the Australian and New Zealand higher education systems as among the very best in the world.

An Affordable Option

Earning a degree is very affordable, as tuition and fees plus cost of living are in most cases less than the USA and Europe. A favorable exchange rate continues to benefits students, especially Americans. Plus, you can take advantage of U.S. or Canadian government financial aid to help fund your studies.

Thousands of Choices

If there is something you want to study, you can find it at the universities in these countries. Thousands of majors and degree specialties are offered at the bachelor, master's, doctoral and other levels. A degree earned internationally-- particularly in countries as highly regarded and respected as Australia and New Zealand are-- will enhance your future employment opportunities and career advancement.

Degree Level: Masters Degree

Cost in US$: varies by degree

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American and Canadian Participants.

Participants Travel to New Zealand Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Transcript

Typically The Application Process Time is 1- 2 weeks

Post-Program Services Include:

• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
• Alumni Network

AustraLearn's Mission Statement: AustraLearn seeks to foster the development of future leaders, who, through international awareness, gain a greater respect for and understanding of the relationship which exists between North America, Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific in the context of the larger global community.

Year Founded: 1989