Study in New Zealand

One of the greatest choices you will ever make is to study in New Zealand! Every university in the country complies with international standards, which are periodically examined and overseen by the government to guarantee a consistently high standard of education no matter where you decide to study. It features a forward-thinking, adaptable educational system that blends conventional teaching methods with creativity and technology to provide credentials that are accepted and acknowledged throughout the world. Did you also know that New Zealand is among the world’s most peaceful nations, ranking fourth on the Global Peace Index?* Understand every aspect of studying in New Zealand.

Why study in New Zealand?

The following justifies making New Zealand your future study destination:

Quality of education: According to the QS World University Rankings 2024, every university in New Zealand is among the top 500.
Programs with a short duration: Master’s degrees in New Zealand are only one year long. Within a year, they prepare you for the workforce.
Student-friendly: New Zealand is incredibly cost-effective for students when compared to other countries like the US and the UK. Living expenses and tuition are reasonably priced.
Post-study Work Rights: New Zealand provides up to three years of Post-Study Work Rights (PSWR).
Employability for overseas students: New Zealand has a very low unemployment rate (3.3%) when compared to other countries. International students are being absorbed into sectors at a significant pace.

Programs and Their Duration in New Zealand

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

Cost of studying and living in New Zealand

In New Zealand, the average annual cost of living is about NZD 20,000, and the average cost of studying is between NZD 20,000 and NZD 54,000.

Academic Intake to Study in New Zealand

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.

Deadline for New Zealand universities

At least eight to nine months before your program starts, you should begin getting ready for your application.

Popular programs to study in New Zealand

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

Post-Study Work Rights in New Zealand

Here are the post-study work rights for different courses in New Zealand:

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

Universities in New Zealand

Explore a complete list of universities in New Zealand here.

Admission Checklist

To ensure a smooth application process, please prepare the following essential documents:

Passports: Present & Previous (Original)
Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Language Proficiency Test Scores: IELTS/PTE/TOEFL (Original)
Birth Registration Certificate
National ID Card (if eligible)
Academic Records:
- Result sheets for the last two years (for school students)
- Certificates & Mark Sheets/Transcripts (Original)
Medium of Instruction Confirmation
Study Continuation Report (Original)
Job Experience Certificate (Original, if eligible)
Extra Qualification Certificate (Original, if eligible)