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Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in Hamilton. These homes are often around 30 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. You must check out 1 day after your classes end (usually a Saturday). Learn more about homestay housing
Located in the heart of Hamilton, New Zealand’s largest inland city and a popular student destination, WIE’s location is convenient, attractive and close to everything Hamilton has to offer. Cafes, shopping, cinemas, gardens, theatres, restaurants, libraries, transport, river walks, and the Hamilton lake are all only minutes away.
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Thank you for your question. Our prices are $390 per week. Homestay accommodation is $210 per week with a $200 placement fee.
If you would like a sample quote for an estimate of fees, please send us an email at [email protected] and let us know:
1. If you are an international or domestic student
2. How long you wish to study
3. If you require insurance
4. If you would like homestay accommodation
5. If you will need airport pick-up
Alternatively, you can complete an online application form here: http://wie.ac.nz/onlineform.htm and we will send a full quote within one business day.
Yes the visa will allow the student to work, however she will require an IELTS overall score of 5.0 in order to be eligible to work part time in New Zealand. As the student is at a beginner level of English, she may need to study first and once she has reached this level she will be able to apply to add these work right to her visa.
We will have weekly activities available which the student can participate in. This will be a great way to help the student engage and learn more about the social culture of New Zealand and will be ideal for improving the student's English speaking abilities. There will also be class activities available which they can participate in.