The island nation of New Zealand is located in the western Pacific Ocean. The North Island, the South Island, and some 600 smaller islands make up the two main landmasses of the nation. Its overall land area is 268,000 kilometers square. New Zealand is a developed nation that does well when compared to other nations in areas like quality of life, health, education, civil liberties protection, and economic freedom.
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5.1 Million
English, Maori
61,240
$201 Billion
UG Applications are submitted directly through the websites of each university.
Why Study in New Zealand?
British based education system ,
International reputation for providing quality education.
Lenient admission requirements.
15 years of education is acceptable.
Up to 3 years of Open Post- study work Visa.
PR opportunity.
All the New Zealand Universities are ranked in the top 500 as per the QS world ranking 2023.
New Zealand is the second most peaceful country worldwide, a rank it has enjoyed since 2014 (Global Peace Index 2022).
Types Of Educational Institutions
Universities - There are 8 Government-funded Universities providing undergraduate
and postgraduate degree programmes.
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.
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.
Intakes
There are generally two Intakes in New Zealand: February and July.
However ITPs and Private Institutes have multiple Intakes for different courses.
Hence, practically there is an intake every month in some or the other institution resulting in recruitment throughout the year.
Deadlines:
There is no deadline as such in New Zealand, but it is recommended to make
applications at least 6 months prior to the start date to avoid last moment hassles.
English Language Proficiency Requirements
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Qualification |
IELTS requirement |
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Undergraduate Diploma - Level 6 |
6.0 with no band less than 5.5 |
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Bachelors - Level 7 |
6.0 with no band less than 5.5 |
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Graduate Diplomas - Level 7 |
6.0 with no band less than 5.5 |
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Postgraduate Diplomas - Level 8 |
6.5 with no band less than 6.0 |
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Masters – Level 9 |
6.5 with no band less than 6.0 |
Comparison of Scores of IELTS/TOEFL iBT/PTE
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Program Level |
IELTS test |
TOEFL Internet-based (iBT) |
Pearson Test of English (Academic) |
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Diploma at Level 5 |
Academic score of 5.5 with no band lower than 5.0 |
Score of 46 (with a writing score of 20) |
PTE (Academic) score of 42 |
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Diploma at Level 6 |
Academic score of 6.0 with no band lower than 5.5 |
Score of 79 (with a writing score of 20) |
PTE (Academic) score of 51 |
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Bachelor Degree at Level 7 |
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Graduate Diploma at Level 7 |
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Bachelor Honours Degree at Level 8 |
Academic score of 6.5 with no band lower than 6.0 |
Score of 90 (with a writing score of 21) |
PTE (Academic) score of 59 |
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Post-graduate Diploma Level 8 |
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Masters Degree at Level 9 |
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Doctoral Degree at Level 10 |
Universities accepting students without IELTS/TOEFL/PTE
For Bachelors
Students who have completed 12th from IB board may request for an English Proficiency
Waiver.
For Masters
English Proficiency waiver is also possible for Masters programs, however it will be completely
based on academic profile of the student and the decision is purely at the discretion of the
University.
BACKLOGS
Backlogs are not a problem in NZ, but the overall profile of the student should be good. A good profile means a degree completed within the standard period with an overall percentage of 60% to 75% in the previous qualification for Bachelors and Masters and likewise 55% to 60% for Undergraduate and Graduate diplomas.
Documentary evidence for work experience. Please include salary statements and work experience certificates for all the positions held.
Part Time Jobs
There are numerous part time jobs available for international students.
A student can work for 20 hrs.
per week during study time and up to 40 hrs. per week during holidays.
The minimum wage rate in New Zealand is $21.2 per hour.
Note- Few Institutions may ask for IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 for Graduate Diploma Level 7 programs as well.
Work Rights
Students can work 20 hours/week part time during classes and 40 hours/week during holidays. The minimum wage rate is NZD 21.20 per hour.
The spouse of the student can work full time only if the student is undergoing a full time course of Level 7 or 8. However, the spouse can work full time without any conditions if the student is undergoing a full time course of Level 9.
Duration of Post Study Work Visa
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Qualification |
Post study work visa duration |
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Undergraduate Diploma - Level 5 & 6 and Graduate Diploma Level 7 |
1 Year (If the qualification is linked to an occupation on the Green List) |
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Bachelors - Level 7 |
3 Years |
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Postgraduate Diplomas - Level 8 |
1 Year |
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Masters – Level 9 |
3 Years |
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PhD – Level 10 |
3 Years |
Cost Of Education
Particulars Diploma (INR) Masters (INR)
Tuition Fees per year 10,40,000 10,50,000
LIving Costs per year 10,00,000 10,00,000
Airfare from India 50,000 50,000
Visa Fees (including VFS) 16,500 16,500
Total Expense 21,06,500 26,16,500
Part Time Earning 9,80,000 9,80,000
Net Cost 11,26,500 16,36,500
Cost Of Education
Particulars Diploma (INR) Masters (INR)
Tuition Fees per year 10,40,000 10,50,000
LIving Costs per year 10,00,000 10,00,000
Airfare from India 50,000 50,000
Visa Fees (including VFS) 16,500 16,500
Total Expense 21,06,500 26,16,500
Part Time Earning 9,80,000 9,80,000
Net Cost 11,26,500 16,36,500
Average Rate Of Fees per Annum
UNIVERSITY NZD INR
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Diplomas |
$25,000 - $33,000 |
12.50 lacs to 16.50 lacs |
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Bachelors |
$25,000 - $40,000 |
12.50 lacs to 20 lacs |
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Bachelors of Engineering in University |
$40,000 |
20 lacs |
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Graduate Diplomas |
$25,000 - $30,000 |
12.50 lacs to 15 lacs |
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Masters |
$30,000 - $55,000 |
15 lacs to 27.50 lacs |
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ITPs |
NZD |
INR |
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Diplomas |
$17,000 - $20,000 |
8.50 lacs to 10 lacs |
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Bachelors |
$18,000 - $22,000 |
9 lacs to 11 lacs |
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Masters |
$19,000 - $25,000 |
9.5 lacs to 12.50 lacs |
Courses Offered with Internships
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Sr. No. |
Institution |
Course |
Internship |
Intakes |
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1 |
University of Waikato |
Master of Digital Business (Level 9) |
8-13 weeks of internship |
February & July |
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2 |
Otago Polytechnic, Dunedin/ Auckland |
Graduate Diploma In Applied Management (Level 7) |
12 months course includes 200 hours of internship |
January, March, June, August & October |
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3 |
PIHMS, New Plymouth |
Postgraduate Diploma in Hotel Management (Level 8) |
40 weeks study + 6 months paid internship |
February, April, July & September |
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4 |
Ara Institute of Canterbury former CPIT, Christchurch |
All Graduate Diplomas (Level 7) |
12 months course includes estimated 450 hours of internship |
February & July |
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5 |
WITT, New Plymouth |
Diploma in Professional Cookery (Level 5) |
18 months course includes 100 hours internship |
February, July & October |
Documents Checklist for New Zealand Student Visa
Completed application forms and supplementary information form.
Visa application fee (Hardcopy Rs. 22,100- by DD payable at par in favor of Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment or Online 430 NZD).
Covering Letter. (Sample attached)
Credit Card details to pay the fees online (NZD 430 that comes around Rs. 21,500)
Details Required:
Credit Card Holder's Name
Demand Draft of Rs. 1010 in the name of VFS Global Services Pvt Ltd.
Notary attested Passport of the student along with Copy of First & Last page.
Student Visa Application Form (INZ 1012), Student Visa Declaration Form (INZ 1226)
and Supplementary Information form completed and duly signed.
Online Visa Questionnaire form (Detailed Information should be provided as per questions).
Digital coloured photograph 45 mm height by 35 mm width (Size should be 381*528
pixels) (with face minimum 70% and maximum 80%) on non white but light color
background.
Offer Letter from Education Institution.
Bank Balance Statement and certificate/Education Loan Letter (Bank balance needs
to be equal to 1st year tuition fees + 20,000 NZD towards living expenses). If the duration of course is longer than one academic year then provide documentary
evidence of funds for tuition fee for 1 academic year + NZ$ 20,000 per annum
towards living expenses in New Zealand + payment plan to show they have access to
funds and have ability to meet the rest of the course cost and living expenses in New Zealand (recent funds can also be used for payment plan)
Letter of Authorization for verification of Bank Balance financial Undertaking form (INZ 1014) from each sponsor.
Affidavit of Support from sponsors on 100 Rs Notary Stamp Papers.
Aadhar Card, Passport and Pan Card Copy of Sponsors (any one)
Income Tax returns of each sponsor for the last 3 years.
Copy of Birth Certificate of student (not mandatory)
Notary Attested Academic documents from 10th, 12th and Bachelors.
Notary attested IELTS Score card/ PTE/ TOEFL, If the student has given PTE then candidate login Id and Password is required.
Work experience with salary account statement.
Medical Report from Panel Doctor, it should not be 3 months old .
Police Clearance Certificate (must be less than 6 months old when you submit your application).
Statement Of Purpose.
Updated Resume.
Winning Profile for VISA
Good academic record - 60% and above aggregate in Class 10th and 12th and over 50% aggregate in subsequent tertiary qualification with minimal backlogs, if any.
IELTS score or equivalent score of TOEFL or PTE as per NZQA requirement.
Student’s immediate family’s verifiable evidence of funds to meet the Educational and Living expenses in NZ including paper trail to explain any recent high value deposits in accounts.
No more than two immediate family members as financial sponsors/guarantors.
Verifiable evidence of regular source of sufficient income of financial sponsors/guarantors.
Intended course of study relevant to qualifications and/or work experience which shows logical progression.
Meet health and character requirements.
Funds required
If the course duration is less than or equal to one academic year, then provide documentary evidence of funds for tuition fee for the entire course duration + NZ$ 20,000 towards living expenses in New Zealand.
If the course duration is longer than one academic year then provide
documentary evidence of funds for tuition fee for 1 academic year + NZ$ 20,000 per annum towards living expenses in New Zealand + payment plan to show the student has access to funds and has ability to meet the rest of the course cost and living expenses in New Zealand.
Funds Acceptable
Education Loan sanction letter from nationalized or multi nationalized bank.
Latest bank account statements for the past 6 months. It should not be more than1 week old at the time of lodgement of application.
Fixed deposits copy and balance certificate from bank.
PPF/ PF/ GPF withdrawable amount.
National Saving Certificates.
Parents and only immediate relatives (blood relations) should ideally sponsor the student.
The funds should be at least six months old. If recent funds are to be shown then documentary evidence in support of every instance of recent deposits should be provided.
Evidence of source of income of the student’s financial sponsors to be provided.
The sponsors must provide documentary evidence of their identity including date of birth,proof of relationship with student and full contact details including telephone numbers
Payment Plan
Form 16 of the sponsor showing income and saving patterns.
EPF or GPF accumulated over a period of 1 year.
Fixed deposits.
NSC due for maturity in the following year.
LIC due for maturity in the following year.
Please note that Immigration New Zealand (INZ) does not accept land documents
and/or property valuation as payment plan.
Financials/ Funds
You do not have to show flight tickets and medical insurance as part of funds.
Less Than 1 Year Program
Tuition fee for the entire course.
NZD 20,000 living expenses.
Program less than
NZD 20,000 living expenses.
Payment plan for tuition fees for next year and ability to meet living expenses
Fund Transfer Scheme
FTS is an option given at the discretion of the visa officer to students whose parents/sponsors do not have funds which are 6 months old. The student will need to transfer at least 12 months living expenses (NZD 20,000) to a bank account in NZ - ANZ Bank, in addition to paying the tuition fee of one year.
The amount deposited in the bank is locked in a period of 12 months and then drip fed back to the student on a prearranged basis once he/she reaches New Zealand. The student will get NZ $1,667 per month towards living expenses once in NZ.
Who all can be the sponsors?
Parents and only immediate relatives (blood relations) should ideally sponsor the student.
The funds should be at least six months old.
If recent funds are to be shown, then
documentary evidence in support of every instance of recent deposits should be provided.
Example- Grandparents, Brother, Sister and Spouse
INTERVIEW
Not every student is interviewed. An interview is conducted to get further information about a candidate and it helps INZ to make a decision on the visa application.
Once a visa is applied, how many days does it take to receive the Approval in Principle?
It takes around 4 to 8 weeks to receive an AIP. If a student receives an interview call, we may expect the decision within 2 to- working days.
Police Clearance Certificate
Locate the regional Passport Office
Apply for PCC
Get the original certificate bearing the official seal.
If a visa is rejected once, is it possible to reapply?
If the student gets a rejection on grounds that can be rectified, we can make the changes in the visa file and reapply for a positive outcome.
How many times can one apply for a Visa if rejected?
There is no limitation on the number of times one can apply but the grounds for rejection should be such that there is a possibility for the previous outcome to be overturned with proper rectification
If a student has furnished a fraudulent document or lied about a previous visa rejection, we will not entertain the case for reapplication.
NZ$ 20,500 - 30,000 (INR 11,02,860 - 16,13,942) per year
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