Study in New Zealand

Study in New Zealand

New Zealand offers world-class education, stunning landscapes, and a welcoming environment for international students. Experience top-notch universities and diverse cultural experiences in one of the most beautiful countries in the world.

Land of Adventure and Opportunity!

NEW ZEALAND

  • New Zealand is located in the Southwest Pacific Ocean and consists of two main Islands, the North Island and South Island which are separated by the Cook Strait.
  • Capital of New Zealand is Wellington but the most popular and happening city is Auckland.
  • The total population of New Zealand is approximately 5 Million while the population of Auckland is 1.7 Million.Hence one third of New Zealand's total population resides in Auckland.
  • The official languages of New Zealand are English and Maori.
  • New Zealand dollar is the official currency of New Zealand.

Why study in New Zealand?

Reach Your Goals: Study in New Zealand – Where Great Education Meets Breathtaking Landscapes

Quality of Education

• British based education system.

• Up to 3 years Open Post-study Work Visa.

• PR (Permanent Residency) opportunity.

• International reputation as a provider of quality education.

• Warm and welcoming environment.

• 15 years of education is acceptable.

• Lenient admission requirements.

Part Time work/Student Jobs

• Students can work 20 hours/week part time during classes and 40 hours/week during holidays. The min.wage rate is NZD 23.20 per hour

• Students undertaking a course of 12 months or more may work full-time during the holidays.

• The spouse of a student is eligible to work full time for the duration of the study course, only if the student is studying a full-time course of Level 7 or 8 in areas as specified in the Long-Term Skill Shortage List/Green List. However, partners of students on study course of Level 9 and above can work full time without any such condition.

Qualification Levels and Types

Level descriptors and qualification types on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework (NZQF)

Level Qualifications
1,2,3,4 Certificate
5 Certificate,Diploma
6 Certificate,Diploma
7 Diploma,Bachelor's Degree,Graduate Certificate,Graduate Diploma
8 Diploma,Bachelor's Degree,Graduate Certificate,Graduate Diploma
9 Master's Degree
10 Doctoral Degree

 

Types of Education Institutions

Universities
Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics
Private Tertiary and Training Establishments

Universities

There are 8 Government-funded Universities providing undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes.

  • University of Canterbury, Christchurch
  • University of Waikato, Hamilton, North Island
  • Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington
  • Massey University
  • Auckland University of Technology, Auckland
  • Lincoln University, Lincoln

Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs)

A popular option is to study at one of the 16 government funded Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics. They offer a wide variety of programmes which are both academically and vocationally focused.

  • Unitec Institute of Technology Auckland North Island
  • Eastern Institute of Technology Napier & Auckland North Island
  • Otago Polytechnic Auckland North Island
  • Manukau Institute of Technology Auckland North Island
  • Whitireia Community Polytechnic Auckland North Island
  • Wellington Institute of Technology (Weltec) Wellington North Island
  • Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology Tauranga & Rotorua North Island
  • North Tec Whangarei & Auckland North Island
  • Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT) New Plymouth North Island
  • Ara Institute of Canterbury (ARA) Christchurch South Island
  • Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) Nelson South Island
  • Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) Invercargill South Island The Education System

Private Tertiary and Training Establishments

There are a growing number of private tertiary and training providers offering courses in a diverse range of subjects including arts, hospitality, computer studies, secretarial studies, quality management, ecotourism and others.

  • Pacific International Hotel Management School, New Plymouth

New Zealand Institutions/Universities Represented Institutions by Visa Valley

  • Ara Institute of Canterbury, Christchurch
  • Aspire2International Group, Auckland, Wellington, Tauranga & Christchurch
  • Auckland Institute of Studies, Auckland
  • Auckland University of Technology, Auckland
  • Eastern Institute of Technology, Napier
  • Kauri Academy, Auckland
  • Le Cordon Bleu, Wellington
  • Lincoln University, Lincoln
  • Manukau Institute of Technology, Auckland
  • Massey University
  • Nelson & Marlborough Institute of Technology, Nelson & Blenheim
  • New Zealand Airline Academy
  • North Tec, Whangarei
  • Otago Polytechnic, Dunedin & Auckland
  • Pacific International Hotel Management School, New Plymouth
  • Southern Institute of Technology, Invercargill
  • Taylors College, Auckland
  • Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology, Tauranga & Rotorua
  • UC International College, Christchurch
  • Unitec Institute of Technology, Auckland
  • University of Canterbury, Christchurch
  • University of Waikato, Hamilton, North Island
  • Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington
  • Wellington Institute of Technology (WelTec), Wellington
  • Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT), New Plymouth
  • Whitecliffe College of Arts and Design, Auckland
  • Whitecliffe College of Fashion and Sustainability/NZ Fashion Tech, Auckland
  • Whitecliffe College of Technology & Innovation/Computer Power Plus, Auckland
  • Whitireia New Zealand, Porirua & Auckland

POPULAR PROGRAMS

Tourism and Hospitality
Civil and Construction
Engineering
Finance
Supply Chain &Logistics
Health Science and Nursing
Business

DURATION & TUITION FEE

Duration-

                  Bachelor’s- 3 to 4 Years

                  Master’s- 1 to 2 Years

Tuition Fees-

University 

Fees (NZD)

  

ITP

Fees (NZD)

Diplomas

$25,000 - $33,000

  

Diplomas 

$17,000 - $20,000

Bachelors 

$25,000 - $40,000

  

Bachelors 

$18,000 - $22,000

Bachelors of Engineering

$40,000

  

Masters 

$19,000 - $25,000

Graduate Diplomas 

$25,000 - $30,000

      

Masters 

$30,000 - $55,000

      

 

Duration of Post Study Work Visa

Qualification  Post study work visa duration

Undergraduate Diploma - Level 5 & 6 and 

Graduate Diploma Level 7

1 Year

(If the qualification is linked to an occupation on the Green List)
Bachelors - Level 7  3 Years
Postgraduate Diplomas - Level 8 1 Year
Masters – Level 9  3 Years
PhD – Level 10  3 Years

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• UG Diploma programme Level 5 and Level 6 : Minimum 50-55% and above in 12th std

• Bachelors programme Level 7 : Minimum 50-55% and above in 12th std

• Graduate Diploma programme Level 7: More than 50% and above in Graduation

• Postgraduate Diploma programme Level 8: More than 50-55% and above in Graduation

• Masters programme Level 9: More than 55-60% and above in Graduation

 

English Proficiency Test Requirements

IELTS

Qualification  IELTS requirement
UG Diploma programme Level 5 and Level 6 6.0 with no band less than 5.5
Bachelors - Level 7  6.0 with no band less than 5.5
Graduate Diplomas - Level 7  6.0 with no band less than 5.5
Postgraduate Diplomas - Level 8 6.5 with no band less than 6.0
Masters – Level 9 6.5 with no band less than 6.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TOEFL  – 80 for UG; 90  for PG

PTE  –      52 for UG; 59  for PG

 Note : Few Institutions may ask for IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 for  Graduate Diploma Level 7 programmes as well.

Popular Scholarships

Scholarship Amount: Full tuition fee and living expenses allowance.

NZD 5,000 towards the first-year tuition fee.

NZD 20,000 over three years paid towards tuition fees.

NZ$10,000 only applicable for Tauranga campus

Documents required for Application to Institutions

• Signed application form if applicable.

• Resume.

• A Statement of purpose (For Masters and PG Diploma only).

• 2 Letters of Recommendation (for Masters and PG Diploma only) and work experience if any.

• IELTS, TOEFL or PTE score card.

• Duly attested degree/provisional/completion certificate and all the marksheets of Bachelors.

• Duly attested passing certificates and marksheets of 12th std. and 10th std.

• If the 10th or 12th mark sheets contain only the subject codes, subject key should be provided as well.

• Copy of Passport (First and last page).

Documents required for NZ Student Visa

• Completed application forms and supplementary information form.

• Visa application fee approx.330 NZD.

• VFS Service Fee .

• Original passport.

• Offer of place.

• Covering letter & SOP.

• Financial documents.

• Affidavit of support from sponsor.

• Academic Documents.

• Evidence of English language ability - IELTS/TOEFL/PTE score card.

• Employment documents along with salary statement, if applicable.

• Original police clearance certificate(must be less than 6 months old a

• E-Medicals acknowledgement of medical test from empanelled doctor which should not be more than 3 months old.

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