Programdetaljer
| Programlængde | Start | Slut | Pris | Alder på afrejsetidspunkt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skoleår (vinterafrejse) | 29-01-2011 | 05-01-2012 | 67.500 | Fødselsdato fra 29-01-1993 til 29-01-1995 |
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STUDYING IN NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand consists mostly of two large islands. The North Island has volcanoes, hot springs, mud pools and geysers; the South Island has rugged Alpine mountains. This spectacular scenery beckons both visitors and Kiwis (as New Zealanders call themselves) to go “tramping in the bush.” In fact, most Kiwis are drawn to exercise and sports. Their eagerness to test themselves, for example, led to the commercializing of bungee jumping, first at home, then elsewhere throughout the world. Socially, New Zealand is dominated by two cultures — European and Maori — and each influences the other: Maori generosity and hospitality, for instance, soften European reserve. Though this mingling of cultures is on-going and usually benign, it’s one of New Zealand’s chief social issues.
School
New Zealand has both public and private schools. Most AFSers are placed in public schools in Year 12 or Year 13 (second-to-last or last year) with classmates ages 16-18. School runs from late January to early December, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Three holidays, in April, July and September, last two weeks each. A seven-week summer holiday begins in early December.
LIVING IN NEW ZEALAND
Lifestyle and Family Living
The way of life in New Zealand is generally relaxed and informal. On the whole, New Zealanders (known also as Kiwis) are self-reliant, practical people, who love to work around their homes and gardens. It is not uncommon for both parents to work outside the home. Children and parents share the housework, and you will be responsible for keeping your things in order. Almost all families have pets living in the house.
Dress and Appearance
New Zealand teenagers like to dress casually, so jeans, T-shirts, pants, shorts, skirts and shirts are in order. On special occasions more formal dress is expected. Warm clothing is most suitable. Take a bathrobe, several warm sweaters, a winter jacket, a raincoat, boots, sneakers and sandals.
