Everything you need to know to study abroad in New Zealand:

New Zealand is one of the emerging destinations for Indian students to study abroad. Studying in New Zealand offers overseas students' academic excellence, abundant research opportunities, a globally recognized education system and more.

3 of the 8 universities in New Zealand rank in the top 50 of the world's universities according to the QS World Top 500 rankings.

Cost of Living in New Zealand

Your cost of living in New Zealand depends on where and how you live, either on-campus or off-campus. The tuition fee varies for the course and university you choose. As an international student in New Zealand, expenses range between NZ$ 13,000 to NZ$ 16,000 per year, including miscellaneous expenses like shopping, groceries and travelling.

International students in New Zealand can work part-time for a maximum of 20 hours a week if they meet certain criteria. That includes a 5.0 band score in IELTS, and the course you are pursuing must be at least 2 years long. A student can earn a minimum wage of NZ$18 an hour or more depending on your skill set and the work requirement and opportunity. You are paid for annual and public holidays and for rest breaks.

Scholarship

New Zealand has various scholarship schemes for international students, such as NZ Commonwealth Scholarship, SEG Scholarship,R.H.T. Bates Postgraduate Scholarship, LEARN Scholarships, etc.

Each university has its own list of scholarships which are available for Indian students wanting to study there.

Work Permit after Study in New Zealand

Student's post-study work visa can last for up to 3 years, depending on your qualification and course duration. A person with a post-study work visa can work for any organization in New Zealand. Students can apply for a post-study work visa either in an open or employer-assisted category.

• New Zealand is considered one of the best public education systems in the world as it focuses on both practical and academic achievement and also is one of the best funded.
• New Zealand has 4 levels in the education system: early childhood, primary, secondary and further education.
• Further Education includes higher academic and vocational studies.
• There are English medium and Maori medium schools.

Top Courses to Study in New Zealand

Intakes in New Zealand

New Zealand universities have two intakes every academic year. Typically the admission process begins 6 months before the deadlines (most universities have 3 deadlines).

Following is the admission process to study in New Zealand:

• Online Application
  You can choose your preferred university and directly apply online on their website with your details.
• Academic Documents
  Documents of your previous academic qualification from your school/college should be submitted with the application.
• IELTS/TOEFL Score
  To study in New Zealand, students should score well in language proficiency tests. Depending on the Degree program, you require an overall score of 6 or 6.5.
  Gain a complete understanding of these exams here.
• GMAT Score
  If you want to pursue an MBA in New Zealand, add the GMAT test score.
• Letter of Recommendation
  Recommendation letters from your previous teachers/employers are a must if you want to study abroad in New Zealand.
• Statement of Purpose
  SOP is a vital document containing your purpose of studying a specific course in New Zealand.
• Work Experience:
  A work experience certificate is only applicable if you apply to study MBA in New Zealand.

World-Class Education System
New Zealand offers a diverse education system for overseas students with a wide range of courses to choose from, with international recognition.

Lower tuition fees and many scholarships
New Zealand comes with benefits of the region with affordability.

Doctoral Studies
As a PhD student, you are allowed to do full-time work during your study period.

Overall Experience
Living in New Zealand provides every student with a chance to enrich their experience with its cultural benefits and friendly nature and the beautiful natural landscape.

New Zealand is an island country which is located in the south of Australia. New Zealand is the right destination for international students to study abroad because of its culture, environment and opportunities. The education system in New Zealand opens doors for innovation, research and problem-solving abilities.

India - New Zealand Relations

About 174,000 Indian immigrants live in New Zealand.The New Zealand government offers opportunities to all Indian students to study in their universities with a student visa.

Contact a VidyaEdify Counsellor today to know more about studying in New Zealand.