International Student Information
The following information applies to all international students, not just those enrolled in the International School of English Language.

Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology (CPIT) has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Minister of Education. 

The Code sets standards for educational providers to ensure that:
· high professional standards are maintained
· the recruitment of international students is undertaken in an ethical and responsible manner
· information supplied to international students is comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date
· students are provided with information prior to entering into any commitments
· contractual dealings with international students are conducted in an ethical and responsible manner
· the particular needs of international students are recognised
· international students under the age of 18 are in safe accommodation
· all providers have fair and equitable internal procedures for the resolution of international student grievances
Full details of what is covered can be found in the Code itself.

The purpose of this Code of Practice is to provide a framework for educational providers for the pastoral care of international students. In order to enrol international students, a tertiary provider must be a signatory to the Code.
 

 Most students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand unless they are:
A resident or citizen of Australia; or
A national of the United Kingdom in New Zealand; or
The holder of a temporary permit that is valid for two years or more.
If you do not belong to one of these special categories and you receive medical treatment during your visit, you will be liable for the full costs of that treatment. It strongly recommend that you have insurance that will cover the cost of medical treatment in New Zealand for the duration of your stat in New Zealand. It also strongly recommends that you obtain insurance to cover your travel to and from New Zealand.

CPIT requests that you take out a medical insurance that will cover you during your time in New Zealand. If you do not have your own policy from your home country, It can recommend a very good policy for you, that also covers you for travel to and from home. Details are available on application and the charge can be included in your invoice from CPIT. Contact the medical insurers - Unicare.