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Study in New Zealand

Explore Bachelor's and Master's study opportunities in New Zealand with guidance on course selection, university applications, documentation, student visa preparation and your journey towards studying and working in New Zealand.

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Why New Zealand

A practical destination for global study

New Zealand offers university, institute of technology, polytechnic and private tertiary study options. Students can choose academic and applied programmes according to their education background, career direction and budget.

Recognised higher education

Choose from universities and other tertiary providers offering academic, applied and career-focused programmes.

Bachelor's & Master's

Explore undergraduate and postgraduate pathways across business, IT, engineering, health, science, design and more.

Student-friendly environment

Plan your study experience around your preferred city, institution, course structure and lifestyle.

Practical learning

Many institutes and programmes place emphasis on applied learning, projects and industry-relevant skills.

Work while studying

Eligible student visa holders may have permission to work while studying, subject to visa conditions.

Post-study pathways

Eligible graduates may have access to post-study work options depending on qualification and current immigration rules.

Universities & Institutes

New Zealand study institutions

Explore the New Zealand universities, institutes and colleges currently featured by TRUEMATICS.

Auckland University of Technology

Auckland-based university with programmes across technology, business, engineering, health, design and applied disciplines.

University of Waikato

Hamilton-based university offering study across business, computing, engineering, science, education, law and social sciences.

Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington university with study across business, law, humanities, science, architecture, engineering and public policy.

University of Auckland

New Zealand's largest university, offering a broad range of Bachelor's, Master's and doctoral study options.

University of Canterbury

Christchurch-based university with programmes across engineering, science, business, arts, education and other disciplines.

University of Otago

Dunedin-based university offering health sciences, business, sciences, humanities, law and other academic fields.

Lincoln University

Specialist university with study options in agriculture, land-based industries, environment, business and related fields.

Unitec Institute of Technology

Auckland tertiary institute offering practical and career-focused programmes across technology, business, construction, health and creative areas.

Massey University

Multi-campus university offering programmes across business, agriculture, science, health, creative arts, engineering and social sciences.

Otago Polytechnic

Applied tertiary provider with career-focused programmes, practical learning and industry-oriented qualifications.

Whitecliffe College

Private tertiary provider offering creative, design, business, technology and health-related study options.

Wintec (Waikato Institute of Technology)

Hamilton-based institute offering applied programmes across business, engineering, health, IT, trades and creative disciplines.

Eastern Institute of Technology

Tertiary provider serving Hawke’s Bay and wider regions with applied study across business, health, computing, engineering and trades.

Southern Institute of Technology

South Island institute offering practical programmes across business, computing, engineering, trades, health and other career areas.

Auckland Institute of Studies

Auckland private tertiary institution offering programmes in business, hospitality, tourism, IT and related fields.

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Canterbury-based applied institute offering vocational, technical and degree-level programmes across a range of career fields.

Manukau Institute of Technology

Auckland tertiary provider offering practical study across trades, engineering, business, health, computing and applied areas.

Whitireia New Zealand

Wellington-region tertiary provider offering applied and vocational study across health, business, IT, creative industries and trades.

Wellington Institute of Technology (WelTec)

Wellington-based institute offering practical programmes across engineering, IT, business, hospitality, health, construction and creative fields.

New Zealand Tertiary College (NZTC)

Specialist tertiary provider focused particularly on early childhood education and related education programmes.

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology

Bay of Plenty and Waikato-region institute offering applied programmes across business, computing, engineering, trades, health and service industries.

Study Levels & Courses

Choose a programme that fits your career plan

Bachelor's

Explore undergraduate study in business, management, computer science, information technology, engineering, health, science, design, hospitality and other disciplines.

Master's

Explore postgraduate study in business analytics, management, IT, data science, engineering, finance, health and other specialist fields.

Postgraduate pathways

Graduate certificates, graduate diplomas and other postgraduate options may suit students who need an academic or professional pathway.

Diploma & applied study

Institutes and polytechnics offer practical qualifications designed around technical, vocational and industry-focused learning.

Popular areas

Common areas include IT, business, engineering, hospitality, health, science, education and creative disciplines.

Course selection

TRUEMATICS can help compare programme level, entry requirements, location, budget and career direction.

Tuition & Living Cost

Plan your New Zealand budget

As an indicative guide, current Study with New Zealand information lists international Bachelor's tuition at about NZD 35,000-55,000 per year and postgraduate tuition at about NZD 20,000-45,000, with variation by programme and provider.

Bachelor's tuitionIndicative range: NZD 35,000-55,000 per year.
Postgraduate tuitionIndicative range: NZD 20,000-45,000.
Student fundsCurrent tertiary-study guidance requires NZD 20,000 per year for living costs, or NZD 1,667 per month for shorter study.
Location mattersAccommodation, transport, food and lifestyle costs vary by city and individual spending.
Fees and immigration financial requirements can change. TRUEMATICS will help you prepare a realistic tuition, living-cost and visa-fund plan.
Admission Process

From course selection to enrolment

1

Profile review

Discuss your academic background, preferred course, budget and destination preferences.

2

Course selection

Shortlist suitable programmes and institutions based on entry requirements and goals.

3

Application

Prepare documents and submit the selected university or institute application.

4

Offer & enrolment

Review the offer, meet conditions and complete the required enrolment steps.

5

Visa preparation

Prepare financial, academic and supporting documentation for your student visa.

Student Visa

Prepare carefully for your New Zealand student visa

The Fee Paying Student Visa is for students paying international tuition fees themselves or with support such as family funding, a loan or scholarship. Applicants need an offer from an approved education provider and must demonstrate sufficient funds for tuition and living expenses, among other requirements.

Offer of place

Secure an offer from an approved education provider for the intended course.

Financial evidence

Prepare evidence covering tuition and required living-cost funds.

Insurance

Declare that you will have insurance acceptable to your education provider.

Genuine study plan

Present a clear academic plan supported by your education history and intended programme.

Documents

Prepare passport, offer, financial, academic and other relevant documents.

Current conditions

Visa rules and conditions can change, so prepare using requirements applicable when you apply.

Part-Time Work

Work rights depend on your student visa conditions

Current Immigration New Zealand guidance states that eligible Fee Paying Student Visa holders may be granted permission to work up to 25 hours a week while studying and full-time during scheduled holidays, depending on their visa conditions.

Do not rely on a generic work-hours claim. Your individual visa conditions are the controlling requirements, and work rights can differ according to your course, age and visa conditions.
After Your Studies

Understand your post-study options

Eligible graduates may apply for a Post Study Work Visa, which can allow work in New Zealand for up to 3 years depending on the qualification and circumstances. Immigration rules are changing during 2026, so the pathway must be checked against the qualification and application date.

Degree-level study

Eligible degree-level 7 or higher qualifications can provide access to the Post Study Work Visa when requirements are met.

Master's pathway

Eligible Master's graduates may qualify for a post-study work period of up to 3 years, subject to current requirements.

Late-2026 changes

From 16 November 2026, additional graduate work pathways and expanded Post Study Work Visa eligibility are scheduled for specified qualifications.

Post-study work eligibility is qualification- and date-sensitive. TRUEMATICS can explain the current pathway relevant to your course.
Scholarships & Funding

Plan your funding strategy early

Provider scholarships

Some institutions offer scholarships or tuition support for eligible international students. Availability and criteria vary.

Academic profile

Scholarship consideration can depend on academic performance, programme, intake and provider criteria.

Budget planning

Even with a scholarship, plan for remaining tuition, living costs, travel and visa-related expenses.

Frequently Asked Questions

New Zealand study FAQs

Can I study a Bachelor's degree in New Zealand?

Yes. New Zealand universities and other tertiary providers offer Bachelor's programmes across a wide range of disciplines.

Can I study a Master's degree in New Zealand?

Yes. Master's and other postgraduate programmes are available across business, IT, engineering, health, science, education, design and other areas.

How much does it cost to study in New Zealand?

Indicative international tuition ranges are about NZD 35,000-55,000 per year for Bachelor's study and NZD 20,000-45,000 for postgraduate study, with variation by provider and programme.

How much money do I need to show for living costs?

Current Immigration New Zealand guidance for tertiary study requires NZD 20,000 for each year of study, or NZD 1,667 per month when the study period is shorter than one year.

Can international students work while studying?

Eligible student visa holders may have work rights of up to 25 hours per week while studying and full-time work during scheduled holidays, depending on individual visa conditions.

How long can I work in New Zealand after studying?

An eligible Post Study Work Visa can allow work for up to 3 years depending on qualification and circumstances. Additional graduate work changes are scheduled from 16 November 2026.

Does TRUEMATICS help with the application and visa process?

Yes. TRUEMATICS can guide you through course and institution selection, application documentation, admission processing, financial planning, student visa preparation and pre-departure support.

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Tell us your qualification, preferred course and budget. Our team can help you explore suitable New Zealand study options and plan your application journey.

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