These links should be able to guide you
A thorough guide to the following topics is available in our Guide to Studying in New Zealand, which is provided to you prior to Induction.
Your well-being is our top priority. In case of any urgent assistance or support, reach out to us through our 24/7 Emergency line on 0800 244 463.
For ease of access, the following links may also be of use:
Deciding to study in New Zealand
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Study in New Zealand: www.studywithnewzealand.govt.nz
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NZQA’s Studying in New Zealand: www.nzqa.govt.nz/studying-in-new-zealand
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Immigration NZ Assist migrants & students: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/assist-migrants-and-students
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New Zealand Now: www.newzealandnow.govt.nz
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Tourism New Zealand: www.tourismnewzealand.com
Working in NZ
General Information
https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/preparing-a-visa-application/working-in-nz
Workers’ Rights
https://www.employment.govt.nz/starting-employment/rights-and-responsibilities
Working on a student visa
Exploitation
Minimum wage
https://www.employment.govt.nz/hours-and-wages/pay/minimum-wage/minimum-wage-rates/
Notifying authorities
https://www.crimestoppers-nz.org/
Please also talk to us immediately if you feel you are being exploited by an employer.
Other Useful Information
Careers.govt.nz is a very valuable site that provides:
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Up-to-date information on the NZ job market, the skills shortage list and a salary guide: https://www.careers.govt.nz/job-hunting/whats-happening-in-the-job-market/
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Targeted information for people coming to NZ for the first time, such as how to write a NZ style CV and what to expect in a job interview: https://www.careers.govt.nz/job-hunting/new-to-new-zealand/
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Links to migrant support services: https://www.careers.govt.nz/job-hunting/new-to-new-zealand/
Staying Safe
General Advice
Student safety in Auckland https://attract.aucklandnz.com/study-work-and-live/study/student-life/safety-in-the-city
New Zealand Police: https://www.police.govt.nz/advice/personal-community/keeping-safe/home-safe
Staying safe in a natural disaster
Staying Safe from the sun
Staying safe in and around water
https://www.watersafetynz.org/resources
Staying safe when walking & tramping
Cyber Security
https://www.ownyouronline.govt.nz/personal/get-protected/guides/
Avoiding online scams
https://netsafe.org.nz/scam-tips/
Tips to stay well when using a computer
Taha Whānau - Social Wellbeing
Counselling
https://info.health.nz/services-support/mental-health-services/where-to-get-help/
Finding your cultural & faith community
https://www.ethniccommunities.govt.nz/community-directory/
LGBTQIA+ Support
Rainbow Youth: https://ry.org.nz/
Outline: https://outline.org.nz/
Disability Support
Disability Connect: https://disabilityconnect.org.nz/
Volunteering
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Volunteering Auckland: https://volunteeringauckland.org.nz/
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Volunteering Canterbury: https://volcan.org.nz/
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Volunteering NZ: https://seekvolunteer.co.nz/
External Evaluation Review Report by NZQA
In New Zealand, the NZQA assesses the standard of education for all tertiary education organisations through a regular system of external evaluation and review (EER). Through periodic EER, tertiary education organisations are held accountable to their students, employers, funders, quality assurance bodies and other interested parties.
Please go to https://www.nzqa.govt.nz, and search our provider name (e.g. AGI Education, Kauri Academy etc.) to view our latest EER report from NZQA.
The Education (Pastoral Care for International Students) Code of Practice 2021
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For international students aged 18 and above 18 years of age
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For international students under 18 years of age
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For further information about the Code and to download a copy please go to https://www2.nzqa.govt.nz/tertiary/the-code/
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To view AKA Education’s Code of Practice Review 2024, click here.
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Annual Complaints and Critical Incidents reports may be found on the Downloads page of each individual provider