• International Student Information
• NZQA Accreditation and Ministry of Education Approval
• Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Studentsand Summary of the Code
• Indemnity Statement
• International Student Entry Requirements
• English Language Requirements
• Application Procedure
• Course Fees and Credits
• Withdrawals, Cancellation and Refunds Policies and Procedures
• Absenteeism
• Support Services
• New Zealand Immigration
• New Zealand Immigration Requirements
• NZIS Application Procedure
• Living in New Zealand
• Travel and Health Insurance
• Accommodation

International Student Information

NZQA Accreditation and Ministry of Education Approval
Our programmes are fully accredited bythe New Zealand Qualifications Authorityand approved by the Ministry of Education. For more information on the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and the Ministry of Education go to our Accreditation page: Accreditation

Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students
We are signatories to, and have 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 http://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 http://www.moh.govt.nz.

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 http://acc.co.nz.

Medical and Travel Insurance - International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand.

Summary of the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students
The Code sets standards for educational providers to ensure that:

• High professional standards are maintained.
• The recruitment of international students is undertaken in an ethical and responsible manner.
• Information supplied to international students is comprehensive, accurate and up to date.
• Students are provided with information prior to entering into any commitments.
• Contractual dealings with international students are conducted in an ethical and responsible manner.
• The particular needs of international students are recognised.
• International students under the age of 18 are in safe accommodation.
• All providers have fair and equitable internal procedures for the resolution of international student grievances.

Indemnity Statement
We are responsible for our own compliance with this Code and indemnify the Code Administrator against all expenses, losses, damages and costs (on a full indemnity basis) incurred by or awarded against the Administrator arising out of any claim by any person in relation to:

1. Our breach of any provision of the code.
2. The manner in whichthe we perform any of our obligations under the Code.
3. Any, false, misleading or deceptive conduct on our part.

The principles of fairness and natural justice will be applied in consideration of any claim under this section.

International Student Entry Requirements

Certificate in Welding and Fabrication (Level 3)- 14 weeks:

• Minimum age of 18 years and over;
• High School Diploma or equivalent qualification; and/or
• Relative industry experience.

Certificate in Advanced Welding (Level 4) -14 Weeks:

• Minimum age of 18 years and over;
• High School Diploma or equivalent qualification; and/or
• Relative industry experience.

English Language Requirements
We have the following English language requirements for any prospective student wanting to enrol for whom English is a second language.

Minimum level required:

IELTS - General Training Test
Level 4.5 - 5.0 (General Training Reading)

TOEFL
Level 450 - 475

Application Procedure

1. Complete the International Student Website Application Form and submit at this link:

Online Application Form for International Students

2. If you fulfill the enrolment criteria, we will forward to you an "Offer of Place" which will contain the following information:

*The name of the course.
*Start and finish dates.
*Course fees.
*Fee payment details.

3. Upon receipt of your fees payment, a "Confirmation of Place" and receipt will be sent to you for your visa application to Immigration NZ.

4. If you are successful in obtaining your Student Visa, you are required to provide us with a copy before you can be officially enrolled and start your course.

Course Fees and Credits
All fees are quoted in New Zealand Dollars and include Goods and Services Tax (GST).

Credits are as per the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) National Framework.

Certificate in Welding and Fabrication (Level 3):
NZQA Credits: 76
Fees 2008: $9,950.00

Certificate in Advanced Welding (Level 4):
NZQA Credits: 75
Fees 2008: $9,950.00