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Thinking about study

This section includes information for anyone considering tertiary study.  Career Services has some great resources on these topics, and where relevant, we provide links to them.

Education and training options

Search for courses and training options throughout New Zealand.

Entering tertiary study

If you're thinking about study, you might be wondering what the options are, and what it could be like. 

Are you on a benefit?

Find out how becoming a student could affect your benefit payments.

Leaving school

Is it the right time for you to leave school? 

Careers – what do I want to be?

These tools and case studies are primarily targeted at school leavers as they start making career plans.

Choosing the right tertiary course

Useful information to ensure you have chosen the right course of study before you apply for a Student Loan or Student Allowance.

For parents

Guidance for parents of intending students, and information on the impact of parental income on funding for study.

Last updated: 15 September 2009

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