Study in New Zealand from India
New Zealand has eight government-funded universities, all ranked in the global top 500, plus a straightforward post-study work visa of up to three years. Living costs are moderate compared with Australia, and the country's skills shortage lists create realistic residency pathways for graduates.
Why students choose New Zealand
Three-year work visa
Eligible graduates of degree-level qualifications receive up to three years of open work rights.
Affordable quality
Tuition is lower than Australia and the USA while every university sits in the global top 500.
Residency pathways
Green List occupations offer straight-to-residence or work-to-residence routes for skilled graduates.
Safe, outdoor lifestyle
Small class sizes, low crime rates and easy access to nature make settling in comfortable.
Cost of studying in New Zealand
- Tuition (per year)
- NZD 26,000 - 45,000
- Living expenses
- NZD 20,000 per year
- Student visa
- NZD 375 approx.
- Health insurance
- NZD 600 - 800
Intakes
The main intake is February, with a strong July intake and limited November starts at some institutions.
Work rights
Students can work 20 hours a week during term and full time in scheduled breaks. Post-study work visas run one to three years depending on the level and location of your qualification.
Top universities and colleges in New Zealand
A starting shortlist of institutions our counsellors place students into every intake. Your final list is built around your grades, budget, test scores and target career, so treat this as a reference rather than a ranking.
8 of 8 colleges
University of Auckland
01New Zealand's highest-ranked and largest university.
University of Otago
02Renowned for health sciences and dentistry.
Victoria University of Wellington
03Strong in law, public policy and computer science.
University of Canterbury
04Engineering focus with affordable living costs.
Massey University
05Leading in agriculture, aviation and veterinary science.
Auckland University of Technology
06Practical, industry-connected degrees.
University of Waikato
07Well regarded for management and computing.
Lincoln University
08Specialist in agribusiness and land-based sciences.
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