Study Abroad in New Zealand (Waikato University)

  New Zealand

• Hamilton: 
Hamilton

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring 
Dates: Spring(SemesterI): mid Feb-late June; Fall(SemesterII): early July-mid Nov

Description: If you are looking for an incredible study abroad experience in an amazing location, join World Endeavors for our exciting study abroad program in New Zealand. World Endeavors' Study in New Zealand program is located on a beautiful campus, centrally located between the most popular sights in New Zealand. Courses offered appeal to a diverse range of student interests such as Communications, Environmental Studies, Liberal Arts, and E-Commerce to name a few. Or if you are looking for something truly unique, consider our Pacific Rim Studies Semester program and learn about the Maori people as well as the indigenous culture and history of the Pacific region.

You will earn academic credit while studying alongside students from New Zealand and other countries all over the world. New Zealand is a truly beautiful country. Renowned for its natural resources, its breathtaking scenery, its peacefulness and the friendliness and hospitality of its people, the country is conveniently close to Asia, Australia and the South Pacific and has a reputation for being a safe and relaxing environment to live in.

New Zealand lies in the South Pacific and consists of two main islands, the North and South Islands. The country is three hours by air from the east coast of Australia, and is an overnight flight from the western United States. This unique country, with a population of only 3.5 million, is similar in geographical size to the United Kingdom or Japan, but its breath-taking scenery sets it apart from the rest of the world. From rolling green farmlands dotted with sheep, to barren volcanic desert areas, from golden beaches with crystal clear blue water to majestic snow covered mountains. New Zealand offers a sample of every possible landscape and recreational opportunity. Its people (known the world over as kiwis) are renowned for their friendliness and hospitality, their love of sports and the great outdoors. Visitors to New Zealand find it easy to fit in and enjoy the casual, safe and relaxing lifestyle.

Highlights: On campus, there are a large number of clubs available to students ranging from cultural clubs to traditional sports, thrill seekers and clubs for enthusiasts in almost every area of interest.

A large recreation center on campus is a great place to get involved in a variety of sport and leisure activities and offers affordable membership. It provides 40 exercise classes per week, along with weight equipment, a cardio area, sports hall for basketball and volleyball, glass-backed squash courts, netball and tennis courts and extensive playing fields.

Activities:
Locally, students have many choices in sport and recreation. Particularly popular are the nationally followed sports of rugby, netball and cricket. Numerous activities will be at your fingertips such as hiking, surfing, caving, horse racing, boating, rowing, kayaking and fishing, golf, snow skiing, sailing, mountain biking, rock climbing and rafting just to name a few.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: Please visit our website

Experience Required: yes

- Completed one year of university study - A cumulative minimum GPA of 2.75 - English language proficiency - A sense of adventure

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to New Zealand Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

World Endeavors's Mission Statement: World Endeavors is a provider of unique international volunteer, internship, and study programs. Our mission is to become a catalyst for positive change in our community and the world through quality international programs.