Study in New Zealand
ONE OF THE WORLD’S FRIENDLIEST COUNTRIES
Representing all 8 public universities in New Zealand
New Zealand is a wondrous country where you’ll find vast natural beauty and adventure at every turn. It is modern, safe, and prosperous, with boundless opportunities for people of all nationalities. All 8 of New Zealand’s universities ranked in the Top 100 QS World University Rankings for 2022. And best of all, each of the 8 universities is state-funded so they have great resources in order to provide a top-level education to international students who study in New Zealand. Your degree will be Quality Assured by the New Zealand Government and will be recognized across the world.
Not only do you have the opportunity to study in New Zealand, but you can also work for up to 20 hours per week while you’re a student, and depending on your qualification and where you studied, you can work for any employer for between 1 and 3 years, and do almost any work.
Cost of living in New Zealand for international students
| DESCRIPTIONS | AUCKLAND | HAMILTON | WELLINGTON | CHRISTCHURCH | DUNEDIN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly Rental (average – 3 bedrooms apartment) | NZ$202 | NZ$127 | NZ$170 | NZ$132 | NZ$147 |
| Public transport (weekly) | NZ$23 | NZ$17 | NZ$28 | NZ$25 | NZ$23 |
| Food (weekly) | NZ$65 | NZ$64 | NZ$64 | NZ$63 | NZ$65 |
| Power (weekly) | NZ$13 | NZ$16 | NZ$14 | NZ$16 | NZ$15 |
| Phone (weekly) | NZ$15 | NZ$5 | NZ$5 | NZ$5 | NZ$5 |
| Internet (weekly) | NZ$7 | NZ$7 | NZ$7 | NZ$7 | NZ$7 |
| Other (daily necessities/clothes/accessories) | NZ$20 | NZ$20 | NZ$20 | NZ$20 | NZ$20 |
Entry requirements and work permit New Zealand
To work in New Zealand, the course duration and your institution’s location are considered primary eligibility. Some of the course-wise eligibility criteria are:
- Students with Bachelor’s degrees and higher education can apply for a 3-year post-study work visa.
- Students with diploma degrees can apply for a 1 year (inside Auckland) or 2 years (outside Auckland) post-study work visa after graduation.
Entry requirements and a step-by-step guide to study in New Zealand
- Register yourself by filling the enquiry form on this page and get a FREE counselling session with our education counsellor. Get some insights based on your preferences.
- Apply to institutions with our help (We have great relationships with New Zealand’s institutions).
- Receive institution offer letter
- Accept offer, tuition fees & health insurance payment
- Receive Offer of Place
- Source for student accommodation
- Undergo medical check-up
- Lodge student visa application
- Pre-departure briefing
- Purchase of flight tickets & Go!
| Intakes: | January, April*, July, October* *Subject to Universities and Courses availability. Contact us for further details. |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline: | By Nov (Jan Intake) By Feb (Apr Intake) By Apr (Jul Intake) By Aug (Oct Intake) |
| Entry Requirement: | For O-Levels & SPM Graduates. At least 16.5 years old |
| Duration: | 1 Year Full-time |
| English Requirement: | 1119 English / O-level English minimum of B Grade |
| Tuition Fees: | Average range from NZ $22,500 – NZ $29,500 /year |
| Scholarships: | Up to NZ $10,000 one-off |
| Post study work visa | Not Applicable |
| Intakes: | February, July |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline: | By Nov (Feb Intake) By Apr (Jul Intake) |
| Entry Requirement: | Subject to Universities and Courses availability. Contact us for further details. |
| Duration: | 3 to 4 Years Full-time |
| English Requirement: | 1119 English / O-level English minimum of B Grade |
| Tuition Fees: | Average Range from NZ $19,000 – NZ$ 36,000 /year |
| Scholarships: | Up to NZ $20,000 one-off |
| Post study work visa | Min. 1 year study: 3 years post study work visa |
| Intakes: | February, July, November* *Subject to Universities and Courses availability. Contact us for further details. |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline: | By Nov (Feb Intake) By Apr (Jul Intake) By Aug (Nov Intake) |
| Entry Requirement: | Subject to Universities and Courses availability. Contact us for further details. |
| Duration: | 1 to 2 Years Full-time |
| English Requirement: | IELTS overall 6.5 (no individual band lower than 6.0) |
| Tuition Fees: | Average range from NZ $26,400 – NZ $47,000 /year |
| Scholarships: | Up to NZ$10,000 one-off |
| Post study work visa | Min. 1 year study: 3 Years post study work visa |
| Intakes: | February, July |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline: | By Nov (Feb Intake) By Apr (Jul Intake) |
| Entry Requirement: | Min. successful completion of SPM/IGCSE |
| Duration: | 6 months to 2 Years Full-time |
| English Requirement: | IELTS 6.0 (No individual bands less than 5.5) *Note – 1119 English / O-level English minimum of B Grade may or may not be accepted |
| Tuition Fees: | Average Range from NZ $16,000 – NZ $23,000 /year |
| Scholarships: | N/A |
| Post study work visa | Min. 1 year study (within Auckland) = 1 year post study work visa Min. 1 year study (Outside Auckland) = 2 year post study work visa |
International students who study in New Zealand would need $15,000 – $19,000 per year to manage their expenses excluding tuition fees.
Banks such as ANZ, Kiwibank, BNZ, and ASB will allow international students who study in New Zealand to open a bank account before they arrive in New Zealand.
There is no centralised application process to study in New Zealand. However, you are expected to take an English proficiency test, apply to a university, lodge a student visa application, and undergo a medical check-up.
New Zealand is a place that provides harmony and an inclusive environment for international students to get a hassle-free education experience. Currently, over 30,000 international students are pursuing their education as all education institutions that award qualifications are accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA).