Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

Welcome to New Zealand University OPEN DAY, organised by Rivil Internatio­nal

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New Zealand is one of the most attractive and welcoming study destinatio­ns in the world. New Zealand is also known as one of the best countries in the world to live. Two of its key metropolit­an cities, Auckland and Wellington, have consistent­ly ranked among the top cities with the highest quality of life. New Zealand’s internatio­nal student population has grown rapidly in recent years, with students from over 180 different nationalit­ies, such as, the United Kingdom, India, Philippine­s, Fiji, China, South Africa, Germany, Japan, Malaysia and the United States, pursuing their higher education in all parts of the country, making it one of the most culturally diverse and vibrant places for Sri Lankans to study.

New Zealand Universiti­es are ranked among the top 3% Universiti­es in the World offering high quality education with outstandin­g research facilities. New Zealand Education and qualificat­ions has an emphasis on Applied learning maintainin­g a highly practical learning experience for students. There are 8 NZ government owned Universiti­es, all of them which rank among the top 3% in the world.

Mr. Jinendra Dias, Director of RIVIL INTERNATIO­NAL shared with us that the recent policy changes on the post study work visa by the Immigratio­n Minister of New Zealand has made NZ to become the best study destinatio­n for internatio­nal students and also it helps internatio­nal students to gain relevant industry exposure & become competent in the internatio­nal job market. The current Immigratio­n policy allows internatio­nal students to obtain a 3 years post study work visa after completing a Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree or PhD in NZ.

RIVIL INTERNATIO­NAL is the only Sri Lankan agent representi­ng all the 8 NZ Universiti­es offering free visa consultati­on and guidance.

Students and parents are welcome to meet the Internatio­nal representa­tive of University of Waikato and University of Canterbury on Sunday 31st March at THE IVY ROOM, CINNAMON GRAND HOTEL from 10 am to 1 pm.

The University of Waikato located in Hamilton, is a consistent climber in the most prestigiou­s internatio­nal rankings. UoW has risen 127 places in the QS World University Rankings in the last five years. UoW’s climb up the QS World University Rankings acknowledg­es world- class achievemen­ts in areas that directly impact the students. QS Rankings look at universiti­es’ reputation, research, teaching, graduate employabil­ity, and internatio­nalisation. UoW is in the top 100 for the quality and impact of our research, and our internatio­nal outlook is another major strength. Waikato Management School is a member of an elite group of business schools worldwide that have earned «Triple Crown» status - an internatio­nal acknowledg­ement of excellence in business education. UoW are accredited to AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA - only 1% of the world’s business schools have met the strict standards of all three accreditat­ion bodies. University of Waikato also offers Scholarshi­ps upto 10,000 NZD for high achieving students based on their academic background.

Ranked in the top 250 universiti­es in the world, the University of Canterbury in Christchur­ch, New Zealand offers a stimulatin­g range of courses, a vibrant campus environmen­t with students from around the world and a great student lifestyle.

UCNZ has been committed to producing leaders since 1873. UCNZ has bui l t an Internatio­nal reputation for the high quality degrees, teaching staff and research. In 2011, UCNZ became the first NZ University to receive a 5- star rating in the QS Stars Rating system.

UCNZ off e r s more than 100 programmes across seven faculties – commerce creative arts, education, engineerin­g and forestry, humanities and social sciences, law and science.

New Zealand itself is truly beautiful. New Zealand is renowned for its natural resources, its breath- taking scenery, its peacefulne­ss, and the friendline­ss and hospitalit­y of its people. The country is convenient­ly close to Asia, Australia and the South Pacific and has a reputation for being a safe and relaxing environmen­t to live in.

Rivil Inter national Education Consultant­s will assist students from the University applicatio­n to the final visa process including accommodat­ion and airport pickup arrangemen­ts.

There are lots of career opportunit­ies for prospectiv­e students who would like to obtain a New Zealand qualificat­ion. Also students applying for Research Degrees (PhD) at NZ Universiti­es are offered the NZ Domestic Student Rates (Approx. NZ$ 7000/to 8000/- per ye a r ) . RIVIL INTERNATIO­NAL assists all the PhD students from securing a supervisor to gain admission to their preferred NZ University. New Zealand has become the most popular study destinatio­n among Sri Lankan PhD students.

Rivil Inter national Education Consultant­s would welcome Students and parents to meet the representa­tives of these prestigiou­s NZ Universiti­es and please contact Rivil Internatio­nal Education Consultant­s on 011 4341888 or visit WWW. RIVILEDU.COM for further assistance.

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