Why Study In New Zealand
There are top reasons which encourage international students to pursue higher education in New Zealand, both including academic as well as post-study work options. From being lower in terms of studying costs, availability of numerous scholarships to ease of finding a job and working while in New Zealand are some of the major reasons along with the following ones as well:
Cost
Cost of Studying in New Zealand
The cost of studying in New Zealand is based on the level, of course, the applicant wishes to pursue. Indian students can expect to pay between INR 8 to INR 25 lakhs per annum on average for bachelor’s courses. The following is a level-wise course fee analysis in New Zealand as offered to Indian students and international students as well:
| Level of Education in New Zealand | Costs Per Year | Costs for Indian Students |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate Bachelor Degree | NZD 22,000 – NZD 32,000 | INR 10.38 Lakhs – 16.61 Lakhs |
| Postgraduate Master’s Degree | NZD 26,000 – NZD 37,000 | INR 13.50 Lakhs – 19.21 Lakhs |
| Doctoral Degree | NZD 6,500 – NZD 9,000 | INR 3.37 Lakhs – 4.67 Lakhs |
Cost of Living in the New Zealand
Apart from the costs of studying, international students have to separately calculate their living costs in New Zealand also while studying in New Zealand. The following is a list of essential items and their costs for both international and Indian students:
| Essential Items in New Zealand | Cost of Essentials in New Zealand | Costs for Indian Students |
|---|---|---|
| Meal (one-time) | NZD 24 | INR 1,246 |
| Coffee | NZD 5.26 | INR 273 |
| Water bottle | NZD 3.24 | INR 168 |
| 1 L Milk | NZD 2.96 | INR 154 |
| 500 gm Bread loaf | NZD 3.07 | INR 159.40 |
| 1 kg Rice | NZD 3.19 | INR 166 |
| Dozen eggs | NZD 7 | INR 364 |
| 1 kg Fruits | NZD 3.31 – NZD 4.86 | INR 172 – INR 252 |
| 1 kg Potatoes | NZD 3.31 | INR 172 |
| 1 kg Onions | NZD 2.77 | INR 144 |
| Transportation pass monthly | NZD 160 (approx) | INR 8,307 |
| Utility bills | NZD 300 | INR 15,570 |
| Clothing | NZD 66.1 – NZD 184.29 | INR 3,432 – INR 9,570 |
Requirements
New Zealand Student Visa
Indian students who get a confirmation letter for enrollment at New Zealand universities or PTEs for admission can then apply for a student visa. One application for a student visa in New Zealand costs Indian students INR 1,010 (NZD 430) if students choose to apply online. 90% of the student visa application forms in New Zealand are assessed within 53 working days, while the average timeframe for assessing a student visa application is 19 days.
Student Visa Requirements for New Zealand
For an application to be considered complete, a New Zealand student visa application requires the following proofs and documents along:
Admission Requirements to Study in New Zealand Universities
The admission requirements for studying in New Zealand universities vary with each level of study for international students. A brief is as follows:
Undergraduate Admissions in New Zealand
The admission requirements for studying in New Zealand universities vary with each level of study for international students. A brief is as follows:
The applicants are required to submit English language test scores of TOEFL / IELTS / PTE unless exempted.
Postgraduate Admissions in New Zealand
For admission to a postgraduate course in New Zealand, international students will be required to submit undergraduate degree scores and submit their transcripts as well.
English language test scores will also be required, TOEFL / IELTS / PTE are accepted. If students have already pursued an undergraduate course from New Zealand, then they may be exempted from submitting these scores.
Apart from these, standardised test scores on GRE or GMAT may also be required while applying for a postgraduate course in New Zealand from international students.
Documents Required for Admission Application
The following documents are required to be submitted irrespective of undergraduate and postgraduate admission application are:
