Here’s why study in New Zealand can be your next study destination:
Quality of education: All New Zealand universities are ranked in the top 500 in the QS World University Rankings 2024.
Short-duration programs: Master’s programs in New Zealand are of short duration 1 year). They make you job-ready within a year.
Affordable for students: Compared to other destinations such as the UK and the US, New Zealand is very affordable for students. The tuition fees and living expenses are quite manageable.
Post-study Work Rights (PSWR): New Zealand offers up to 3 years of PSWR.
Employability for international students: The unemployment ratio in New Zealand is 3.3% which is very low compared to others. There’s a high absorption rate in industries for international students.
Here are the programs that Kiwi universities offer:
|
Program |
Duration |
|
Diploma |
1-2 years |
|
Bachelor’s degree |
3-4 years |
|
Postgraduate Diploma |
1-2 years |
|
Master’s degree |
1-2 years |
|
Doctorate or PhD |
4-7 years |
The average cost of studying in New Zealand ranges between NZD 20,000 - NZD 54,000 per year, while you can expect your living cost to be around NZD 20,000.
Most institutions begin their academic year in late February and July. There are many institutions which offer multiple start dates throughout the year.
|
Program |
Intake |
Deadline |
|
Undergraduate and postgraduate in a university |
*July and February |
Rolling basis |
|
Diploma programs in colleges |
*July and February |
Rolling basis |
*Some courses are available for April and October/ November Intakes, Please check the university website for more details.
You need to start preparing for your application a minimum of 8-9 months in advance before the commencement of your program.
Here are the popular programs you can pursue in Kiwi universities:
Engineering
Data Science
Hospitality and Tourism
Cyber Security
Information Technology
Computer Science
Business and Management
Heath Science
Here are the top universities for higher education in New Zealand:
|
S.No. |
Institution |
QS Ranking 2024 (Globally) |
|
1 |
The University of Auckland |
68 |
|
2 |
University of Otago |
206 |
|
3 |
Victoria University of Wellington |
241 |
|
4 |
University of Canterbury |
256 |
|
7 |
Massey University |
239 |
|
5 |
University of Waikato |
250 |
|
6 |
Lincoln University |
362 |
|
7 |
Auckland University of Technology |
407 |
|
Course |
PSWR Duration |
Condition of Work Visa |
|
PhD, Masters, and Bachelors |
3 years |
Work in any field |
|
Post Graduate Diploma |
In-line with the duration of the course |
Work in any field |
|
Graduate Diploma/Diploma |
In-line with the duration of the course (only if the course leads to occupation under the green List) |
In-line with the course of study |
Get ready with the following documents before you apply for a Student Visa to study in New Zealand:
A valid passport
Letter of Acceptance
Offer letter
A return ticket to your country, or Evidence of sufficient funds to buy one
Current application form
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Financial documents
