Study in New Zealand

Home to globally ranked universities, all 8 public universities are in the top 3% worldwide (QS Rankings).
Offers innovative, research-driven curriculum with a strong focus on employability.
Safe, multicultural society with high quality of life and student support.
Post-study work rights of up to 3 years based on qualification and location.
Degrees are recognized globally, especially in healthcare, engineering, IT, aviation, and business.
Part-time work (20 hours/week) allowed during study, and full-time during breaks.

University	Known For	QS World Ranking (2025)	Intake & Deadline
University of Auckland	Top research university	68	Feb: Apply by Nov Jul: Apply by May
University of Otago	Health sciences, Research	206	Feb: Sep–Nov Jul: Mar–May
Victoria University of Wellington	Law, Humanities, Politics	241	Feb: Sep–Nov Jul: Mar–May
University of Canterbury	Engineering, Science	256	Feb: Sep–Nov Jul: Mar–May
Massey University	Aviation, Business, Agriculture	292	Feb: Sep–Nov Jul: Mar–May Nov (some courses)

February (Semester 1) is the main intake with full course offerings and scholarship availability.
July (Semester 2) offers most programs, though some may have limited seats.
November intake is available at selected universities for short-term and diploma programs.

Tuition Fees (Annual):
- Undergraduate: NZD $22,000 – $35,000
- Postgraduate: NZD $26,000 – $42,000
Estimated Living Costs:
- NZD $1,250 – $1,800/month
- Students must show proof of NZD $20,000/year to meet visa requirements

Scholarships are offered by all major universities and the New Zealand government (e.g., Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship).

Undergraduate Programs:
- IELTS: 6.0 overall (no band below 5.5)
- TOEFL iBT: 80

Postgraduate Programs:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0)
- TOEFL iBT: 90–100

PTE and Cambridge English scores are also accepted. Some programs may require higher scores (e.g., Education, Law, Nursing).

Undergraduate: No SAT/ACT required
Postgraduate: No GRE/GMAT generally required
(May be recommended for MBA or competitive business programs)

Check individual university program pages on https://studywithnewzealand.govt.nz for specifics.

10–12 months before intake: Research programs via studywithnewzealand.govt.nz
Prepare Required Documents: Academic transcripts, IELTS/TOEFL, passport, SOP, CV, LORs
Apply to universities:
- February intake: Apply by September–November
- July intake: Apply by March–May
- November intake: Apply by July–August
Receive Admission Offer: Within 4–8 weeks
Accept offer and pay fees to receive Confirmation of Enrolment
Apply for New Zealand Student Visa (Fee: NZD $375)
Travel to NZ: Arrive up to 1 month before program begins

Application Fee: NZD $375 (online)
Documentation fee: BDT 10,000 – 30,000 (for notarization, translation, courier, etc.)

During Studies:
- Up to 20 hours/week during academic sessions
- Full-time during breaks
Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV):
- 1 to 3 years depending on your qualification level and location
- Graduates can work in any job and transition to permanent residence if eligible