University of Auckland is among the top50 Universities of World. Faculty of Education and Social science is an pioneer in educational research. I also love the serenity of New Zealand.
Course Curriculum :
Curriculum was flexible and students are given enough opportunities to decide their papers. Research experience is provided in form of submission of Papers and reserch proposals. Topics covered in Curriculum are relevant to today's education scenario.
Exams :
My scores IELTS 7; Admission minimum IELTS 6.5. Grades of class X,XII and graduation are also considered.
Placement :
University provides with Internships. Micro internships in virtual mode were provided keeping in mind the pandemic. During these students were assigned to various organisations like Auckland Toursim and they were evaluated on basis of creativity,team support ,new ideas.
Internship :
University provides with Micro internships in virtual mode. However as my course is related to Education virtual internships were not feasible
Fees :
30K NZ$
Scholarship :
I got Postgraduate International Student Scholarship from Faculty of Education and Social work of 2500NZ$.
Faculty :
I owe my distinction to My Worthy Professors whom I met during my course. They helped me to settle and come in terms with the new system They acted as guides and mentors during the reasearch. All Faculty members were great and supported International students like us. However, Dr.Penelope Watson lovingly known as Penny helped me a lot and acted as a true mentor.
Campus Life :
Campus was abuzz with so many activities but sadly soon we had to shift to online mode due to pandemic.
Hostel :
Though hostel facility was available but I chose to take rented accommodation on shared basis with 2 other girls. It was around 200NZ$ per week rent and 100NZ$ for groceries and other expenses.
