Why Study in New Zealand?
Students have a study dream and TI Abroad has a way.
Studying in New Zealand is a once in a lifetime opportunity that allows students to experience one of the worldâs most beautiful countries whilst also attending a high quality educational institution.
New Zealand Education
The New Zealand education system is known for its high reputation and is centrally managed quality assurance system. International students studying in New Zealand are placed in institutions regulated by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). Only NZQA institutions are registered to formally enroll international students and this ensures complete compliance with qualifications standards.
Whichever level youâre studying in New Zealand, the education will help you to reach your goal.
Education Costs
The costs of studying in New Zealand will depend on the type of course, where you study and how long you are going to study in the country. The following list gives you information about the range of course and the costs for different types of qualifications.
Primary School â from $11,000
Secondary School â from $13,000
Diplomas / certificates â 2-year New Zealand Diploma in Engineering fees starts from $18,500, for one-term Certificate in Computing fees starts from $12,425
Bachelorâs degree â Around $26,000 to $32,000. Course fee for medicine and veterinary science are much higher. Many bachelorâs degrees can be completed in 3 years.
Postgraduate degree â Fee ranges from $26,000 to $37,000. Higher fees for subjects in medicine and veterinary science.
PhDs – International PhD students and New Zealand PhD students pay the same fee which is about $6,500 to $9,000 per year for most subjects.
Migrating to New Zealand
You begin the journey and weâll chart the course path.
New Zealand remains as one of the world’s strongest economies. Many want to migrate here for its diversity, living standards and quality of life.
The New Zealand Migration program is open to anyone irrespective of ethnic origin, gender, colour, religion, provided they meet the criteria set out in law.
If you would like an opportunity to live and work in New Zealand, there are many visa options available to you. Find the New Zealand visa most likely to meet your specific circumstances here.
Latest Visa News
Stay up-to-date on visa and immigration news with TI Abroad
Changes to post-study work rights for international students
The New Zealand government has unveiled new post-study work rights with an emphasis on reducing exploitation in the workplace and promoting regional education offerings.
COVID-19 Pandemic information for students, agents and the international education sector
International students and the international education sector are a valued part of New Zealandâs education system and community. We want to ensure that students, agents and providers have ready access to the information they need.
Students
Information for international students on COVID-19 is available on the official New Zealand website, and Education New Zealand resources to support international students studying in New Zealand
Visas
The Government recently announced changes to assist students who are staying in New Zealand longer than expected due to the impacts of COVID-19 pandemic.
Overview of the main changes and announcements
The Government has announced an automatic extension to most onshore visit visas that expire before 31 March 2021 by two months. It has temporarily suspended the limit for visitor visa holders, permitting them to stay beyond the previous cap of 9 months in an 18-month period.
- Family members of international students currently studying in New Zealand may benefit from the visitor visa extension if they remain in New Zealand due to COVID-19 restrictions, or either choose to stay for a longer period.
- Family members of students will also be able to apply for extension visitor visas as the limit of time spent in New Zealand as a visitor has been temporarily suspended.
Work and financial issues
Assistance for foreign nationals program
- Support available under the Assistance to Foreign Nationals Impacted by COVID-19 Program has been extended to 31 August 2021.
- Any foreign national in New Zealand â including international students â may apply for this support if they are experiencing temporary difficulties due to the effects of Covid 19.
Students travelling to New Zealand
TI Abroad provides a wide range of information for students to help them plan their move to New Zealand and to settle quickly once they get here.
Preparing to travel to New Zealand
The official website of NZ has free online tools to help them plan their trip, ensuring they know how things work in New Zealand and have a hassle-free trip.
A handy pre-departure checklist so that when they do arrive in New Zealand they have everything they need.
Before they leave their country
Visitor visa holders can study for up to 3 months. To assist students from visa waiver countries, we have developed guidelines for travelling and studying in New Zealand.
What should they bring
New Zealand has very strict laws on what people can bring into the country. To ensure your students are aware of what they can and cannot bring to New Zealand, you may wish to refer your students to the Customs NZ and the Ministry of Primary Industries websites.
