While the top education countries like Canada, The UK, and Australia are making immigration progressively harder for students, New Zealand rises as a savior. New
Zealand introduces immigrant-friendly changes in post-study work visas that benefit students. Study in New Zealand, a place that welcomes you with open arms and helps students like you to achieve your dreams.
What makes them the top pick in the student community right now?
The New Zealand Government recently announced that international students who are willing to pursue their postgraduate diploma for 30 weeks or take a transfer for a master’s degree are now able to opt for the PSW (Post-Study Work Visa).
For example, if a student has just completed a degree that is PSW visa eligible and switches to another high-level qualification that is not PSW visa eligible, they will have 12 months from the end date of their student visa for the initial qualification to apply for it.
What is this 30-week policy?
The 30-week policy enables you to apply for a three-year New Zealand Post-work Visa (PSW). To avail yourself of this opportunity, you must apply for a full-time study 30-week master’s degree.
Eligible applicants must have a verified New Zealand qualification, study full-time, and apply within the given time frame.
The New Zealand government recent updates made it possible for students who did a 30-week Postgraduate Diploma and soon after, switched to a Master’s degree, without fulfilling the 30-week master’s enrolment requirement. New Zealand allowed them to apply for the PSW visa based on their Postgraduate Diploma.
How does this help the students?
This change in the policy gives more flexibility while maintaining eligibility for post-study work opportunities. Moreover, new rules align PSW visa qualifications with the green list.
Secondary/Middle school teaching roles do not require a bachelor’s degree that specializes in mathematics, science, technology, or Pacific languages.
The Teaching Council’s criteria are now applicable to Graduate Diploma holders for a PSW visa to teach in primary or intermediate schools.
Another change in New Zealand’s education system is the addition of Mechanical Engineering which can now qualify for a PSW visa.
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