Application Process
There are three easy ways to apply to study at Natcoll:
- apply through an international student agent
- download the international enrolment form
- contact the campus of your choice to obtain full details on application and enrolment procedures.
If you are applying from outside New Zealand, you (or your agent) can send copies of your qualifications and work by post or by email. When you have been accepted, Natcoll will send you (or your agent) an ‘offer of place’ letter. You (or your agent) can then apply to the New Zealand Immigration Service for a student visa/permit. You will need to pay the course fees in full before you can get a visa/permit. Once it has been issued, you can complete the enrolment process.
Entry requirements
You are required to provide evidence of skills and interests relevant to the course you want to study, as outlined on our website or in the prospectus.
In addition, you must:
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be at least 18 years of age
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have a current valid student visa or permit
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provide evidence of valid medical and travel insurance
International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while in New Zealand. We advise you to have a medical check as soon as you decide to study in New Zealand.
English language requirements
You need day-to-day English language skills. As a minimum we recommend an IELTS General Training Qualification of 5.5. However, an IELTS of 5.0 is acceptable for the iCreate Certificate course.
Graduate job search work visa/permit
Current New Zealand immigration policy states that when you graduate you will be eligible for a one year Graduate Job Search Work Visa/ Permit. However, you must apply no later than three months after the end date of your student permit for the qualification you have just completed. Our courses qualify for 50 points on the New Zealand Immigration Service Skilled Migrant Category policy. To gain a work visa/ permit, you must have personal funds of $2,100 or more. An offer of employment is not required.
The visa application process is outlined in the ‘Guide for working in New Zealand’ on the New Zealand Immigration Service website. Click on the ‘Forms and guides’ link in the left-hand menu, then click on the ‘Work forms’ link.
Immigration
Full details of current visa and permit requirements, employment advice and reporting requirements are available through the New Zealand Immigration Service.
Eligibility for health services
Most international students are not eligible for government-funded health services while in New Zealand. You may be liable for the full cost of any medical treatment you receive. Full details are available on the New Zealand Ministry of Health website.
Accident insurance
The Accident Compensation Corporation provides accident insurance for all New Zealand citizens, residents and temporary visitors to New Zealand. However, you may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. For further information, visit the ACC website.
