New Zealand is an island nation far away from most places in the world, and therefore quite safe from war and conflict. The people of New Zealand are friendly and we enjoy the benefit of Māori culture. Māori were the original settlers of this country and their culture ('tikanga') has contributed to our reputation for hospitality, caring for the environment and love of music. While things are perfect here, we are still regarded as the least-corrupted country in the world and the scenery is amazing!

That depends on you! If you like small communities and a quieter lifestyle then Lincoln or Massey Universities might be a good choice. There are also universities and tertiary institutes in our two largest cities: Auckland and Christchurch.