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Joshua Wamalwa Kenya Master of Development Studies Massey University

“Massey University is characterised by diverse specialisations, plenty of resources, and the unique and talented staff. The education system offers huge opportunities to gain a lot of skills. New Zealand c...

Miyu Suzuki Japan National Certificate in Educational Achievement Mountainview High School

Miyu is from Japan and is studying at NCEA Level 3. She is intending to go to Linclon University in 2010 to study Horticulture and Plant Science. She is very interested in horticultural and plant research with a view to working in developing countrie...

An Li China Bachelor of Business Studies Massey University

For An Li, an international education meant her first trip overseas – and she chose New Zealand, over 10,000 km away from her home in Beijing.

“When I first came here it was a bit scary, but I thought it was a wonderful place. P...

Wang Li China Bachelor of Business Studies Massey University

Wang Li came to New Zealand to study English, at a level that would then lead her into University study. So she chose Massey University's English Language Centre. Now she tells her own story in English, and in considerable detail.

"New...

Giao Ngoc Tran Vietnam Bachelor of Design (Fashion) Massey University

Giao started her New Zealand education at an early age, arriving from Vietnam with her family and settling in the Hawke's Bay. She remembers with warmth the families who first welcomed them into the community.

"My most influential year...

Joseph Chapman Great Britain Bachelor of Forestry Science The University of Canterbury

Joseph made his decision to study forestry at Canterbury after hearing of the university's excellent academic reputation. Joseph has found Canterbury's reputation to be well founded. “My lecturers are great,” he says, "and I have really e...

Arpan Mandal India Master of Engineering The University of Canterbury

Arpan, was awarded a University of Canterbury Masters scholarship worth $30,000, sponsored by ICT Innovation Institute (UCi3) to complete his Masters project on an aspect of 4G (fourth-generation) mobile communications technology. Arpan will use the funds...

Pui-Yi Chan Hong Kong Bachelor of Commerce The University of Canterbury

Pui-Yi has really enjoyed her time at UC. After finishing high school Pui-Yi completed the Foundation Studies programme which she describes as both challenging and rewarding. “My writing skills and English speaking improved a lot. I am really proud ...

Shamsa Al-Touqi Oman Bachelor of Engineering The University of Canterbury

When Shamsa was granted a scholarship from the Ministry of Higher Education in Oman to study Chemical and Process Engineering, she chose to study at the University of Canterbury because of its strong Engineering Department. Shamsa commenced her education...

Shane Ehrsam United States of America Study Abroad Programme The University of Canterbury

Shane has always wanted to travel and see the world outside the US. “I chose New Zealand because everything I had seen and heard showed that it is one of the most beautiful places on Earth and I also wanted to go t...

Paul Moth United States of America Master of Science The University of Canterbury

Paul has been interested in Geography since High School and felt New Zealand would be a great place to continue his studies in environmental science. As he enjoys outdoor activities, he chose Canterbury for its location – convenient to the mountains...

Fiona Lee Hui Xin Malaysia Bachelor of Laws Victoria University of Wellington

New Zealand's got everything really: breath-taking scenery, vibrant cities, good security, friendly people, and the cost of living is lower compared to other countries like England or Australia. It's hard to find a better combination of factors conducive ...

Hugo Gong China Bachelor of Commerce and Administation with Honours Victoria University of Wellington

I came to New Zealand several years ago to further my tertiary education. Before coming to New Zealand I studied at a university in China, majoring in English and international trade and relations. I had always wanted to study at a university in a capital...

Judith Schulz Germany Master of Fire Engineering The University of Canterbury

A trip to New Zealand as a tourist in 1997 opened Judith’s mind to the attractions of studying here, so she soon returned to further her tertiary education.

Now Judith has recently completed her Master of Engineering in Fire Engineeri...

Katrin Schmahl Germany Study Abroad Programme The University of Canterbury

Katrin paid a short visit to New Zealand after she finished high school. She was so impressed with Christchurch and the South Island that she decided to return for a longer period at a later stage. The opportunity to ret...

Feras Bashawri Saudi Arabia English for Academic Purposes (EAP) University of Canterbury English Language Centre

Feras was contemplating studying in the United States when a friend of his suggested he study at the University of Canterbury. Finding it to his liking, Feras has also recommended the University to�numerous friends.�This year Feras' younger brother st...

Karen Clothier United States of America Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Victoria University of Wellington

I knew I wanted to get out and see a different country but I didn’t want to take a gap year and risk never going back to school, so I decided to start looking at universities overseas. I chose VUW for its good mix of classes. I was able to major in ...

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