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Program Overview
Program Overview
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Program Name
Creative Arts & Communication
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Location
Wellington
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Host University
Massey University
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Term
Spring 1 2019
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Program Dates
Feb 09, 2019 - Jun 23, 2019
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Program Length
Semester
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Application Deadline
Oct 15, 2018
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Credit
45 - 60 Credit Points
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Eligibility
2.75 Minimum GPA*
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Cost
$14,550
- This session is in progress and is no longer accepting applications.
Program Description
Housing is not included in the price above. For more information on housing options and prices, please refer to the housing section.
Courses are conducted through Massey University and taught in English by host university professors. You will enroll in courses alongside New Zealand and international students. Every student who attends Massey University begins the program with a four day/ three night Bridging Cultures Orientation Program in exciting Auckland and Rotorua - click on excursions to learn more.
Semester + Semester Programs Available: Students may participate in the Spring + Fall OR the Fall + Spring sessions of this program by selecting their two semesters of interest when submitting the initial ISA online application. For more information about this option, please contact your Wellington Site Specialist.
*Eligibility
MINIMUM GPA
Students must have a minimum grade point average of 2.75.
MINIMUM ADMISSIONS PREREQUISITES
There is no language prerequisite for this program.
You must have a minimum of two semesters completed at a four-year university at the time of application. Some exceptions may apply, please contact the Program Manager for more information.
What's Included
Comprehensive Advising and Support
Comprehensive Advising and Support
A team of helpful ISA staff members is here to support you through the entire study abroad process, from finding the perfect program through re-entry. The Program Advisors will help you choose your program based on your unique objectives. Once you’ve selected your program, you will work with your Program Manager on the application process as well as pre-departure forms and finances. Your Site Specialist will assist with academics, housing, visas, and city-living/cultural guidance.
In addition to individual advising, you will receive virtual resources to help prepare you for your time abroad. This includes the ISA Student Portal, which houses your program application, pre-departure forms/resources, and the online orientation. The online orientation is a pre-cursor to the on-site orientations and offers city-specific resources about living in your host city, communication, packing, diversity abroad, how to be academically successful, and more.
24-Hour Emergency
24-Hour Emergency
The ISA Health, Safety, and Security team facilitates an in-house on-call system with a U.S.-based employee and manager who are on-call and available in case of emergency 24-7. ISA regular office hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:00am - 7:00pm and Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm Central Time.
If you are a parent or student needing assistance in an emergency situation outside of the regular office hours, please call the ISA office at 512-480-8522 to access the ISA emergency contact information for that particular week. Students who experience an emergency while abroad will also have access to on-site staff 24-hour emergency assistance.
Comprehensive Health, Safety, and Security Support
Comprehensive Health, Safety, and Security Support
Health, Safety, and Security (HSS) for ISA students is jointly managed by our resident staff and HSS team. This team works to monitor risk at program locations, respond to any crises that may arise, and develop policies to further ensure the health, safety, and security of students abroad with ISA.
Airport Reception
Airport Reception
Ground transportation is provided from the airport as long as you arrive during the ISA designated arrival date and time and at the appropriate airport. Upon acceptance into your program, you will receive the “How to book your flight” form which outlines the specific details for airport reception.
Airport reception is not provided for Intensive Month or J-Term programs.
Visa Support
Visa Support
Your ISA Site Specialist will be available to help you with the visa process for your program country, if applicable. They will provide resources, guidance on necessary steps to obtain your visa, and deliver supporting visa application materials to you as needed.
Tuition at the Host University
Tuition at the Host University
Tuition and administrative fees at the host university are included in the program price. Classes are held at the host university and are taught by local and/or visiting faculty. Some classes will have additional fees that are not included in the program price.
Bridging Cultures Program
Bridging Cultures Program
The Bridging Cultures Program (BCP) encompasses the ISA on-site orientation which will be delivered to you in the first few days of your time abroad. The BCP is designed to prepare you for a successful, positive, and rewarding experience that will influence the rest of your life. This is accomplished through introducing you to your host city’s culture and infrastructure as well as through goal setting, intercultural awareness, diversity and professional development activities.
Full-Time Resident Staff
Full-Time Resident Staff
The full-time resident staff is available to assist you with all aspects of your experience abroad. The resident staff provides support during official course registration and arranges the Bridging Cultures Program orientation, excursions, weekly meetings, cultural activities, and much more. Staff members are trained to ensure the well-being of each program participant and are dedicated to facilitating a positive and meaningful study abroad experience.
On-Site Offices
On-Site Offices
You will have access to many of the resources and facilities at the host university. ISA resident staff members will hold office hours either at the host university or at another pre-determined location in the city each week.
Internet Access
Internet Access
As an ISA student, you will enjoy free internet access at ISA on-site offices, computer labs at the host university, and/or your ISA housing.
ISA Discovery Model
ISA Discovery Model
ISA programs facilitate learning and development through co-curricular activities. We rely on host universities to provide quality instruction in the classroom, but ISA is the main facilitator of learning outside of the classroom. Efforts to promote student learning are shaped by a teaching and learning framework we call the ISA Discovery Model.
According to this model, student learning and development is organized into five areas of discovery: 1. Intercultural, 2. Historical, 3. Sociopolitical, 4. Professional and 5. Environmental
Throughout the duration of your ISA program, we provide you with the opportunity to pursue these five areas of discovery through the BCP, excursions, cultural activities, and references to non-ISA sponsored events and opportunities.
Excursions
Excursions
Organized excursions are included with each program to complement the academic component of your abroad experience. These complementary experiences are designed to engage student learning outside of the classroom in the five areas of the Discovery Model. Transportation and guided tours are included, as well as hotel accommodations and breakfast during multi-day excursions. Additional optional excursions may be offered during each program that are not included in the program cost.
Excursions are not included for Intensive Month, J-Term, and some summer sessions.
Cultural Activities
Cultural Activities
The ISA program staff develops unique cultural activities custom-designed to invite you to experience the local color of your host city, while learning about the history and culture of your new surroundings. Speaking the native language with locals, tasting the regional cuisine, and partaking in the native traditions are only a few of the ways these cultural activities lead to full appreciation of the program city.
Insurance
Insurance
A Blanket Accident and Sickness Policy is included in the program and covers you during the official on-site period of the program. This is not an optional benefit; every ISA participant will be covered by this policy. A full description of coverage can be found on the ISA website.
We recommend that you maintain comprehensive health insurance while abroad. This is particularly important if you have any pre-existing conditions but is also beneficial if you have an injury or illness while abroad and require further treatment upon your return home. Please be sure to consult with your current insurance provider to confirm coverage policies while traveling abroad.
Official Transcript from the Host University
Official Transcript from the Host University
Upon completion of the ISA program, your host university will issue an official transcript with all coursework taken abroad. ISA's Academic Records Department will process and forward the official transcript to the appropriate office at your home university, and a photocopy will be sent to your permanent home address for your records. ISA will provide a cover letter to accompany the transcript with important academic information, including the host university's grading system and recommended U.S. letter grade equivalencies, translated course titles, and credit conversion recommendations.
Professional Development Toolbox
Professional Development Toolbox
The Professional Development Toolbox, available in the online orientation section of the student portal, will help you identify the skills and key competencies you have developed through your personal, academic, and cultural experiences. This toolbox helps you to articulate the transferable skills developed through study abroad in a way that shows potential employers or post-graduate universities the benefits our you will provide them as a direct result of your experience abroad.
Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarship Opportunities
As an ISA participant, you will have the opportunity to apply for scholarships or grants that can be applied directly to assist with your study abroad program. ISA offers over $1,000,000 in scholarships and grants each year. To see what opportunities are available, please visit the Support & Funding page.
Academics
Credits
Credit Points
45 - 60
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits
12 - 16
Recommended U.S. Quarter Units
18 - 24
Academic Information
Sample Courses and Syllabi
- The courses listed below are only a sampling of courses available; please click the "Complete University Course Catalog Listing" link for the full Course Handbook. Requests for syllabi can be made to the Site Specialist.
Course Credit
- 1 Massey University course = 15 credit points = 3 - 4 U.S. semester credits (4 - 6 U.S. quarter credits).
- Credit transfer is ultimately determined by your home university.
Course Level Recommendations
- ISA offers course level recommendations for the courses listed below. Please note that the course level recommendations are based on Massey University course codes. Massey course codes consist of six numerals. Each subject area offered at Massey is defined by the first three numbers in the course code, (for example, 125.xxx Finance, "125" represents the subject "Finance"). The first digit of the fourth number of the course code represents the level of the course. ISA recommends 200- and 300-level courses as upper division. These ISA recommendations are intended to facilitate the determination of course equivalencies by advisors and credential evaluators at your U.S. home institutions.
Online Courses
- ISA does not recommend that you sign up for online courses through your host university. If enrolling in an online course is necessary for you to meet your degree requirements, you may only enroll in one online class. It is your responsibility to confirm with your home university that you will receive credit for online courses taken through your host university.
Transcript
- The transcript from the Massey University will reflect Credit Points for each course listed below. Please be in touch with your U.S. University regarding credit transfer for this program.
1) Be sure to choose papers (classes) at the correct campus (Wellington) - it is not possible to choose papers offered on different campuses.
2) Select the appropriate semester from the drop down.
- Semester 1 = February - June term
- Semester 2 = July - November term
3) For "Mode," choose "Internal".
4) Undergraduate papers are 100, 200, or 300 level. The level is indicated by the first number after the decimal point. (Ex. 123.100 is a 100 level paper). You are not permitted to enroll in any courses outside levels 100-300.
Level 100 = Freshman/Sophomore status
Level 200 = Junior Status
Level 300 = Senior status
5) Click on the paper number for more specific details.
Course Restrictions:
- International students are not allowed to take no-credit subjects.
- Study abroad students may not take nursing or midwifery
- Do not select any papers with a 00 attached. These are pre-degree or foundation courses, which means the level is below that of a Bachelor degree course and no credit for these will be given to students.
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Course Disclaimer
- Availability of courses is based on enrollment numbers. All students should seek pre-approval for alternate courses in the event of last minute class cancellations
- Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
- Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.
- Eligibility for courses may be subject to a placement exam and/or pre-requisites.
- Please note that some courses with locals have recommended prerequisite courses. It is the student's responsibility to consult any recommended prerequisites prior to enrolling in their course.
- Please reference fall and spring course lists as not all courses are taught during both semesters.
- Some courses may require additional fees.
Support & Funding
U.S. Team
Natalie Laurence
Program Advisor
While Natalie may be a native Texan, the most formative places and memories in her life have been those outside of the Lone Star State. Natalie's last two years of high school were spent in the Black Forest of Germany. There, her days were filled with walks through the towering trees, countless Döner Kebabs, and efforts to understand the Alemannisch dialect. Upon returning to the States, Natalie began her college career at Samford University until later going on to receive her International Studies degree from Texas A&M University. During the fall of her senior year, Natalie studied abroad through ISA's Veritas program in Florianópolis, Brazil. She savors the days of hiking the stunning ocean-side trails and spending time with her ISA and Veritas families. In addition to her love for exploring and language learning, Natalie enjoys soccer, classic film, travel photography, sixties folk music, and experimental cooking. Natalie is overjoyed to now be a part of other students' life-changing stories abroad.
Shaina MacLauchlan
Program Manager, New Zealand and Fiji
Shaina's desire to explore the world was sparked while growing up in a small town in Vermont. She obtained a bachelor's degree in Global Studies with minors in History and Political Science at the University of Vermont. During her time at UVM, Shaina studied abroad in Newcastle, Australia. She was able to travel throughout Australia, as well as in New Zealand and Indonesia. These experiences sparked a love for international education, which she pursued after leaving Vermont. Shaina moved to Boston, MA where she worked with international high school students on English language learning trips in the US. She then transitioned to higher education where she worked as the Curriculum Coordinator at Northeastern University. While working at Northeastern, Shaina was able to continue her own education and received a master's degree in Global Studies and International Relations. She is extremely passionate about working with students and is thrilled to be working with the Pacific region where her love for international education started.
Maggie Aldworth
Site Specialist, New Zealand, Fiji, and South Korea
Born and raised in Denver, CO, Maggie joined the ISA family in 2017. She graduated from Chapman University in 2016 with a B.A. in Public Relations and Advertising and a minor in Environmental Studies. Maggie's passion for international education started while participating in the year-long ISA Wellington, New Zealand study abroad program. Since coming back to the US, she has made trips to nine countries and to various National Parks across the country. In her daily life, you'll find Maggie on her yoga mat, taking naps in the sun, or trying exotic foods at new restaurants. Now at ISA, Maggie is beyond excited to be working for the company that sparked her desire to see the world and enables others to do the same.
WELLINGTON TEAM
Fred LeBlanc
Resident Director, New Zealand
Fred LeBlanc
Resident Director
Originally from the US, Fred worked for Rutgers College Office of Student Support as both a Resident Advisor and a Hall Advisor after finishing his BSc in Primatology and Hungarian. He currently looks after study abroad students and the coordination of ISA’s service-learning in New Zealand. Since moving to New Zealand, Fred has worked at Massey University, Victoria University in Wellington, and the University of Otago in various roles and enjoys working with students, especially those that have also chosen New Zealand as their new, though short term, home.
Funding Your ISA Program
As an ISA participant, you will have the opportunity to apply for scholarships and grants that can be applied directly to assist with your study abroad programs. ISA offers over $1,000,000 in scholarships and grants each year. To see what opportunities are available, please visit the Funding Your Program page.
View all Funding OptionsHousing
Living in ISA housing will give you the opportunity to experience aspects of the Kiwi lifestyle that are inaccessible to the average visitor to New Zealand. All housing in Wellington is within walking distance of both campuses, the Cuba street shopping and entertainment district, as well as conveniently located to public transit routes. Travel times to the various university buildings generally range between five to 15 minutes depending on housing and class locations. With an open-mind and flexibility, the experience of living in another culture can be highly rewarding.
Housing is provided on all ISA programs in New Zealand at an additional cost. Apartment accommodation ranges between $4,100 - $4,300, without meals (subject to change). You will pay a $500 refundable security deposit if living in ISA housing. ISA may retain some, or all, of this deposit in case of damage to property, or if utility usage exceeds the allotted monthly amount.
Apartment Without Meals
Apartments are a great housing option if you are seeking independence during your time abroad but also want the support of the university. You will live in co-ed apartments a short walk from campus with other international, local, and first-year students but will not live in the same apartment as other ISA students. Each three to five bedroom apartment is fully furnished - you will have your own bedroom and share a living space, kitchen, and bathroom. Rent, utilities, and linens are included in the program price; Meals and laundry service are not included. Internet access is available in each bedroom, though connection and rental involve additional charges.
Independent Housing
You may elect to secure housing independently. If you select this option you will be responsible for your own housing during the program and will forgo any ISA assistance for housing matters.
Excursions
THERE’S MORE TO DISCOVER WITH ISA
ISA excursions allow you to explore the diverse, distinct, and gorgeous landscape of New Zealand that you may not have the opportunity to visit on your own. While abroad, you will have the chance to go on a multi-day trip, a weekend trip, and two day trips to the following destinations.
Auckland and Rotorua & Bridging Cultures Program
Kick-off your semester abroad with ISA during our four-day Bridging Cultures Program (BCP) in exciting Auckland and Rotorua. The BCP integrates our ISA on-site orientation with exciting activities aimed at introducing Kiwi culture, helping you define your study abroad goals, and encouraging you to meet other students. Activities include visit to Hobbiton, a traditional ceremony and hangi dinner at a Maori marae (meeting house), a visit to the Wai-o-tapu Thermal Wonderland hot springs and a dip in Green and Blue lakes, a stop at Hamilton Gardens, the opportunity to learn the world-famous Haka, and most importantly, an informative, interactive, and memorable start to your study abroad experience.
Auckland and Rotorua & Bridging Cultures Program
Kick-off your semester abroad with ISA during our four-day Bridging Cultures Program (BCP) in exciting Auckland and Rotorua. The BCP integrates our ISA on-site orientation with exciting activities aimed at introducing Kiwi culture, helping you define your study abroad goals, and encouraging you to meet other students. Activities include visit to Hobbiton, a traditional ceremony and hangi dinner at a Maori marae (meeting house), a visit to the Wai-o-tapu Thermal Wonderland hot springs and a dip in Green and Blue lakes, a stop at Hamilton Gardens, the opportunity to learn the world-famous Haka, and most importantly, an informative, interactive, and memorable start to your study abroad experience.
Huka Falls & White Water Rafting in Taupo
Lake Taupo is surrounded by beautiful forests, volcanic mountains, and snowy peaks, undoubtedly making it one of the world's most unique and picturesque areas. During this trip, you will raft down the Tongariro River and have the chance to do some cliff jumping, if you so dare. You will then visit Huka Falls and cruise around the bays of Lake Taupo, visiting Maori Rock Carvings at Mine Bay.
Huka Falls & White Water Rafting in Taupo
Lake Taupo is surrounded by beautiful forests, volcanic mountains, and snowy peaks, undoubtedly making it one of the world's most unique and picturesque areas. During this trip, you will raft down the Tongariro River and have the chance to do some cliff jumping, if you so dare. You will then visit Huka Falls and cruise around the bays of Lake Taupo, visiting Maori Rock Carvings at Mine Bay.
Weta Workshop and Seal Coast Safari
A must for any fan of the Lord of the Rings or Hobbit trilogies, the Weta Workshop Tour is a movie based visitor experience providing unique behind-the-scenes glimpse into the workings of Weta Workshop. Then it's off to check out Wellington's rugged coast line, offering sublime views, and the chance to encounter New Zealand fur seals up close and personal.
Weta Workshop and Seal Coast Safari
A must for any fan of the Lord of the Rings or Hobbit trilogies, the Weta Workshop Tour is a movie based visitor experience providing unique behind-the-scenes glimpse into the workings of Weta Workshop. Then it's off to check out Wellington's rugged coast line, offering sublime views, and the chance to encounter New Zealand fur seals up close and personal.
Winetasting in the Wairarapa
You will explore the Lower North Island and take a day trip to the quaint, quiet town of Martinborough in the Wairarapa to check out one of the region's world-renown vineyards and sample some of the best wines produced in New Zealand. You will then head to the town of Greytown for brunch and end your day on a working farm and petting zoo.
Winetasting in the Wairarapa
You will explore the Lower North Island and take a day trip to the quaint, quiet town of Martinborough in the Wairarapa to check out one of the region's world-renown vineyards and sample some of the best wines produced in New Zealand. You will then head to the town of Greytown for brunch and end your day on a working farm and petting zoo.