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International Students
International Student Booklet
The International Student Booklet provides all of the need-to-know information for International Students applying to study at Laidlaw College. It includes useful information on things such as the application process, language requirements, applying for a Student Visa, financial advice and policies and procedures.
International Student Handbook.pdf
Study Abroad Programme
Laidlaw College offers a study abroad programme to students from international colleges and universities. A limited number of students are accepted each year either for a one or two semester programme*. The Laidlaw study abroad programme is a part of the student’s overall academic experience. While at Laidlaw, they remain a part of their primary institution’s programme. They are subject to the usual NZ regulations applying to International Students, including student visa requirements.
* A study abroad student must be registered in a degree granting institution.
Study Abroad Brochure_250209.pdf
International Student Information
Laidlaw College has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Minister of Education. Copies of the Code are available on request from this institution or from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website at:
www.minedu.govt.nz/goto/international
Immigration
Full details of visa and permit requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements are available through the New Zealand Immigration Service, and can be viewed on their website at
http://www.immigration.govt.nz/
Eligibility for Health Services
Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment during your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of that treatment. Full details on entitlements to publicly funded health services are available through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed on their website at
Accident Insurance
The Accident Compensation Corporation provides accident insurance for all New Zealand citizens, residents and temporary visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be liable for all other medical and related costs. Further information can be viewed on the ACC website at
Medical and Travel Insurance
International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand. Laidlaw College has made arrangements with Uni-Care for a Group Scheme to provide cover for overseas students. More information can be found at
