Lifestyle, safety, travel and an education that can take you anywhere.
Despite being a small country New Zealand has big reputation. Standards of living, level of safety and a clean green environment all contribute to making New Zealand a great place to live, study and work. New Zealand is internationally recognized as a top quality provider of education.
New Zealand has a strong sense of culture deriving from the indigenous Maori whose traditions, language, art and beliefs are a prominent part of the national identity. Similarly European culture introduced by early British settlers has a strong prominence in New Zealand culture.
New Zealanders have a strong social conscious and a deep respect for others including their culture and religion. Many New Zealanders travel and are interested in meeting people from around the world. New Zealanders are known for being extremely welcoming to visitors to their country.
A wide variety of sports are played in New Zealand including rugby, soccer, cricket, tennis, netball, basketball, volley ball, badminton, table tennis, golf, swimming, track and field, surf lifesaving, boating, rowing and more.
High school and university standards are world class and there are many options for study, courses and job training. New Zealand qualifications are recognized throughout the world.
Stunning landscapes, beautiful beaches, world famous treks and extreme sports activities are all within driving distance wherever you go in New Zealand. In Auckland City there is an abundance of things to see and do when you are not studying.
Auckland is New Zealand's largest city with 1.4 million people. The city is surrounded by two harbours and is often referred to as the city of sails. It is a very culturally diverse city with a mix of New Zealand European, Maori, Polynesian, and South and East Asian.
Auckland consistently rates as one of the top ten cities to live in currently ranking 4th in the latest Quality of Life Mercer Survey of 215 world cities. This is based on fundamental factors such as cost of living, employment opportunities, safety and lifestyle. It is also one of the most affordable world cities to live in coming in at 138 out of 143, with number 1 being the most expensive.
Auckland is a forward thinking city with a vibrant personality and a wealth of opportunities for young people.
