Who qualifies for study leave?

This benefit is available to permanent employees who have been employed by the Company for at least one year and who undertake part-time studies in line with their career plan and approved for by the company. All study leave is granted on management’s discretion.

Do you get paid for study leave?

Payment at ordinary rates is usually payable for authorised study leave. No penalty rates or special payments which would be payable if the employee actually performed his duties are payable if the employee is on study leave.

What is study leave policy?

Study leave is leave granted for approved course subject(s) taken during course semesters only and is not available for failed subjects that are being repeated. Study leave for higher degrees by course work and/or by research/thesis refers to study at post graduate level.

Is study leave annual leave?

For full-time or part-time Employees, paid full-time or part-time Study Leave counts as service for the purpose of long service leave, personal leave and annual leave accrual.

How does study leave work in New Zealand?

Study leave allows you to have paid time off work while you’re studying. You can also be given unpaid leave to prepare for and sit exams and for travelling time. A certain number of full-time study awards are granted each year across New Zealand, including: 75 for secondary teachers

Why does the University need a study leave policy?

The University recognises that a well managed system of study leave provides a mechanism for contributing directly to the University’s Vision, by enabling the development of excellence, distinctiveness and international connectedness in teaching and research.

What is the maximum period of study leave?

The maximum period of study leave in one continuous period is 48 weeks; a staff member who take 48 weeks of study leave may not take more than 4 weeks of annual leave consecutively with the study leave. The minimum period required to be worked at the University between periods of study leave is subject to the discretion of the relevant Dean.

Is it a right or an entitlement to study leave?

Study leave is neither a right nor an entitlement; approval is at the discretion of the University. Staff on study leave receive their salary and some other allowances. Effective planning for study leave is essential, in order that the teaching, learning and research activities of the University are not disrupted by individual study leave plans.