NZQA Code of Practice

When students from other countries come to study in New Zealand, it is important that those students are well informed safe and properly cared for. Tauranga Boys’ College is a signatory to the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Minister of Education.

Copies of the Code are available on request from this institution or from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website at http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/providers-partners/education-code-of-practice/ 

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The Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students 
Tauranga Boys’ College holds several copies of the Code that specifically outline the schools responsibilities and documents. Please let the international office know if you would like to receive a digital copy.  If you have a complaint you are encouraged to contact the international office. If together we can’t solve the complaint please use the following link. https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/about-us/make-a-complaint/ 

Immigration
Full details of visa and permit requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, are available through the New Zealand Immigration Service, and can be viewed on their website at. https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas/apply-for-a-visa/about-visa/full-fee-paying-student-visa 

Health Services
Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand. However, in most situations the student's medical insurance will cover medical expenses. Full details are available through the Ministry of Health, and can be viewed on their website. The Doctors Tauranga is located just across the street from Tauranga Boys’ College.

Medical and Travel Insurance
International students must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while studying in New Zealand. Most students choose to have the school organise their insurance. Please use the following link as uni-care is our preferred provider. https://www.uni-care.org/Policy/NzStudentPlan A network of staff and facilities including an International Director, Homestay Manager, Guidance Counsellors, Deans and Liaison staff provide extensive support for all student's welfare and needs.