Attending University Abroad in Australia, New Zealand and Fiji
By Susan Slobac

There is quite a selection of top notch schools from which to choose to attend university abroad.  Australia, New Zealand and Fiji, in particular, offer some of the finest programs for students interested in both a quality education and rich cultural experience.  There is a wealth of programs from which students may select the ideal school, degree and scheduling to meet their needs.

Why Attend University in New Zealand, Fiji or Australia?

Globally recognized for outstanding curriculum and teaching standards, these institutions offer challenging and engaging programs that allow students to fulfill their academic goals through active learning. Rather than focus on rote memorization, students are encouraged to think independently and explore subjects in depth.

Students interested in pursuing a full degree will be happy to learn that unlike many North American institutions, degree programs in Australia and New Zealand are focused and do not require completion of un-related electives.  With these electives absent from programs of study, it typically takes less time to earn a degree from a university in Australia or New Zealand  than from a school in North America.  

Whether seeking a degree or short term study, there are also long term benefits to attending university abroad.  New Zealand, Australia and Fiji programs are recognized for academic excellence.  In addition, the experience of studying abroad in these nations provides students with a global perspective greatly desirable to potential employers.

For those desiring extended academic careers, there are long term benefits as well.  A degree earned from a University in New Zealand or Australia is easily transferred and recognized by institutions in a student's home country.  The process of integrating a degree earned from a university abroad; Australia or New Zealand, is not overly complex.   Students can pursue their academic goals and work towards post-graduate degrees confident that their experience at a university in New Zealand or Australia furthers their knowledge and academic careers.

Finding the Right School

For students choosing to attend university abroad, New Zealand, Austalia and Fiji offer many choices. The key to finding the right school in any of these nations involves matching your schedule, interests, and academic goals to what is offered.  By matching your needs and goals to the programs and culture of a school, the experience of attending university in Australia or the other countries else is more likely to be a good fit. 

Those seeking a semester-long experience can choose from programs offered at a university in Fiji, Australia or New Zealand.  Students preferring a longer period of study or those that wish to earn a degree have many options available from a university in New Zealand or Australia.  It's a matter of researching the available programs to identify your best fit.