Small class sizes, a safe and scenic environment, and straightforward post-study work rights for eligible graduates.
Student Visa
February — main intake
NZD 22,000 – 35,000/year
Post-Study Work Visa available for eligible Level 7+ qualifications
Lower student-to-faculty ratios than many larger study destinations, with more direct access to faculty.
Consistently ranks among the safest countries globally for international students.
The Post-Study Work Visa gives eligible graduates a clear route to gain New Zealand work experience.
All eight New Zealand universities rank in the global top 3% — quality is consistent, not concentrated in a few names.
Requires an Offer of Place from an NZQA-recognised institution, proof of funds (NZD 20,000/year indicative), and, for longer courses, a medical/chest X-ray certificate.
Receive and accept your offer from an NZQA-recognised institution.
Show evidence of the required funds and arrange approved health/travel insurance.
For courses over 12 months, complete the required medical exam and chest X-ray.
Submit your Student Visa application with academic and financial documents through the INZ portal.
Application route: Direct to each institution — no centralized portal · Intakes: February — main intake · July — secondary intake at most institutions · Work rights: Up to 20 hrs/week during term time · Post-Study Work Visa available for eligible Level 7+ qualifications
Figures are indicative ranges and vary by university, course and lifestyle. Visa fees, exchange rates and cost-of-living requirements change frequently — we confirm current figures for your specific profile during your free assessment.
Eligibility depends on your qualification level and institution — we confirm this at the profile-building stage before you commit to a course.
Tuition is broadly comparable; living costs can be slightly lower outside Auckland, though this varies by city and lifestyle.
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