Education Code of Practice
Aquinas College has agreed to observe and be bound by the Education Code of Practice (Pastoral Care of International Students) 2016. Copies of the Code are available from the NZQA (New Zealand Qualifications Authority) website:
· NZQA Education Code of Practice
· Code Summary 2016-Code-of-Practice-summary-English
Immigration
Full details of immigration requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements are available from Immigration New Zealand, and can be viewed on their website at:
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 (ACC) 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:
· ACC
Medical and Travel Insurance
International Students (including group students) must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while in New Zealand. Aquinas College recommends Uni-care as a comprehensive cover which costs approximately $550 per year.
· Uni-care
