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New Zealand is a Pacific island nation of around five million people. While New Zealand has a history of colonialism, its distinct culture has also been strongly influenced by the native Maori people of the island, a connection seen most visibly through the performance of the traditional "haka" war dance at the start of New Zealand rugby games. New Zealand is a member of the Commonwea...

Canada is home to some of the world’s top universities. In fact, 27 Canadian institutions are counted among the best in the world, according to Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings 2019. You might not have heard of all of them, but with nine universities in the top 200, Canada offers plenty of opportunities for a world-class education. Compared with the US...

Thinking of studying in Germany? The best German universities according to the Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings 2019 include prestigious old institutions alongside younger technical universities. The top universities in Germany are scattered throughout the country, with options to study in Munich, Berlin and 38 other cities. In total, 47 universities in...

Poland’s education system has seen some extraordinary changes in recent years. Following a huge drive in the nation’s pursuit of a world-class schooling system in recent years, Poland is now home to around 500 higher education institutions. Many of these institutions are specialised, unlike a lot of European universities which tend to follow the traditional model of teaching and resear...

Naturally packed with lush breath-taking landscapes, modern infrastructures, low unemployment rate, and a decent economy, New Zealand is definitely a preferred option to settle and earn a flourishing livelihood, making it a popular destination for students from all over the world. As we all know that a student visa is mandatory for people who are travelling to New Zealand to...

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New Zealand could be a step closer to increasing the minimum residency required to get New Zealand Superannuation after a bill proposing an increase from 10 to 20 years was drawn from the parliamentary ballot. New Zealand and Australia currently have the lowest residency requirements in the OECD at 10 years for eligibility to the state pension while the average across the OECD is 26 years. B...

A ranking of countries in Europe based on their attractiveness for foreign students released on Friday showed that just like last year, Germany leads the way. While many prospective students tend to think of the United Kingdom and the United States first when considering where in the world they want to study - as these countries have the best institutions, according to most rankings - a new stu...

You’ve found your dream course, decided which Australian city you’ll settle in, and now you’re already starting to think about the application process. There are a few important factors to consider when putting together your student visa application, from choosing the right institution, to health and character requirements, and proof of finances. While it may seem a little daunti...

      Let me start with a confession: When I arrived in Wellington back in February to start my studies I was a little nervous. It had been a while since I last attended any sort of class, and I didn’t really know what to expect.  Don’t get me wrong, I knew what I was getting into. Going back to study a master's was a big decision for me, and I c...