The New Zealand Education Fairs 2008, showcasing the country's education opportunities, will be held in India from August 28, 2008 – 2nd September 2008. Representatives from over 25 educational institutions across New Zealand will counsel students looking to study in New Zealand, which is emerging as an educational hub for higher studies among students thanks to its high educational standards and internationally recognised qualifications.

University of Canterbury, Lincoln University, University of Otago, Manukau Institute of Technology, Pacific International Hotel Management School and AUT University are some of the participating colleges.

About 4000 Indian students studied in New Zealand last year. “We are expecting a significant increase this year. 3, 800 new visas have been issued to Indian students already,” Mr. Paul Vaughan, New Zealand Trade Commissioner to India said.

The fair will a one-stop solution for all queries relating to new and emerging educational courses as well as existing streams of higher studies and professional courses.

The Fair is being organised in various cities throughout India viz. Pune, Hyderabad, New Delhi and Chandigarh.

Dates for the fair

Date City Venue Time

28th August 08 - Pune - Taj Blue Diamond - 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

30th August 08 - Hyderabad - Taj Banjara - 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

31st August 08 - New Delhi - Hyatt Regency - 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

2nd September 08 - Chandigarh - Hotel Mountview - 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

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About Education New Zealand

Education New Zealand, a govt. funded organization with a mandate to promote education in New Zealand has been instrumental in organizing the fair along with New Zealand Trade & Enterprise. To know more about education in New Zealand visit: www.newzealandeducated.com/india