Study in New Zealand
International migration occurs when people cross state boundaries and stay in the host state for some minimum length of time. Migration occurs for many reasons. Many people leave their home countries in order to look for economic opportunities in another country.
Complete Admission Support to Study in New Zealand
New Zealand is a popular destination for Indian Students for Education and in the past few years, we have seen a dramatic increase in students opting to go to this island nation because of its quality of education and other offerings it has for Indian students.
Education System in New Zealand
For English Language Proficiency (Either of the 3):
- IELTS: A minimum language score of 5.5 in IELTS is mandatory for students opting for the graduation and 6.0 for Master’s courses *
- TOEFL: A minimum language score of 80 in IELTS is mandatory for students opting for the graduation and 90 for Master’s courses*
- PTE: In PTE Academic, most of the universities prefer to have a minimum score of 50 for under-graduation and a score of 64 for Masters Courses*
*The score requirements can vary as per the standards needed by the universities.
- Should have completed 12 years education, i.e., with elementary and secondary education
- At Least 60% in English through higher elementary education
- Most of the universities in New Zealand accept applications with an overall percentage of 75 marks
- For some Technology and Science courses, mandatory subject requirement in Class 12
- Should qualify the IELTS or PTE or TOEFL with the minimum language requirement(i.e. IELTS: 5.5, PTE: 50, TOEFL: 80)
- Mandatory Bachelor’s degree
- A minimum IELTS or PTE or TOEFL requirement. ( i.e. IELTS: 5.5, PTE: 50, TOEFL: 80)
- Should have relevant work experience if opting for MBA and IT-related programming
Why to Study in New Zealand?
- Best Quality Of Living.
- Low Cost Fees
- Ease Of Visa Acquisition And High Chances To Get Permanent Residence.
- Job Search Visa After Studies.
- Diverse Culture.
- One Of The Most Beautiful Landscapes In The World.
Popular Courses in New Zealand
- Business and management courses
- Engineering
- Hospitality
- IT and Computer Science
- Travel and hospitality
- Art and design
Estimated Expenses
- Undergraduate Bachelor Degree : Approx. $15000$ – $30000/year
- Postgraduate Master’s Degree : Approx. $20000$ – $40000/year
- Doctoral Degree : Approx. $14000 – $37000/year
Additional expenses for International Students:
- Average living cost: $15,000/year
Intakes
- January
- February
- March
- June
- July/October
Document's Checklist
- Valid Passport
- Grade 10th Marksheet
- Grade 12th Marksheet
- School leaving certificate
- Bachelor Mark sheets
- Bachelor degree certificate
- Master mark sheets
- Diploma Marksheet
- Diploma Certificate
- IELTS/PTE score card
Steps to Apply for a Study Visa for New Zealand
Before planning to submit your application, the most critical step is documentation. If you are aware of every document need, then you can experience an easy visa process.
You can submit your visa application online. However, you need to send a physical copy of your passport and application forms to the New Zealand Embassy.
The applications are assessed as soon as they are received. During this process, sometimes, you may need to provide more information as evidence to support your visa.
After the visa approval is obtained, you can now visit the country to study and live.
Have Any Questions?
FAQ's
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Can you work in New Zealand while studying?
Yes, you can work in New Zealand while studying.
If you are planning to work part-time,
Part-Time Work Eligibility:
- Work for up to 20 hours in a week
If you’re planning to work full-time,
Full-Time Work Eligibility:
- Only allowed during holidays, Christmas and New Year
- You need to be a full-time student for at least 2 years
- Your job needs to be under the Skilled Migrant category
Special Condition:
If you are enrolled for a doctoral degree or a Master’s by Research Programme as awarded by a tertiary institution of New Zealand, then there is no restriction on your hours of working.
What is the validity of a NZ Student visa?
The maximum validity of the visa is five years.
Can you stay in New Zealand after the study?
Yes, you can stay in New Zealand after your study by applying for a work visa. You need to get a permit to work in New Zealand for at least 3 years after completing your education. You also need an acceptable qualification to get your work-visa for New Zealand. Considering your level of education and the university from where you have studied, a post-study work visa will be issued to you. It can last for 1, 2, or 3 years.
There are two visa types for working after study in NZ:
- Post Study Work Visa (Open)
- Post Study Work Visa (employer-assisted).
After working for a sufficient period, you can even obtain a chance to become a Permanent Resident in New Zealand. Getting a New Zealand PR Visa will be easier if your job is listed under the skilled jobs that are in shortage.
How can I get PR in New Zealand after study?
You can apply for a visa to work in New Zealand for up to 3 years after you finish your study if you have an acceptable qualification. A Post-study work visa lasts for 1, 2 or 3 years depending on the level of your qualification and where you studied.
What are the eligibility requirements to apply for a PR visa?
- Should be below 55 years
- Health and character certified
- Must have a job offer letter from a company located in New Zealand
- At least 3 year work experience
- Get a resident visa at least 2 years before you apply for permanent residency
- Must have lived in New Zealand under a resident visa for 2 years.
- Must have fulfilled the necessary conditions of your resident visa