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Study in New Zealand

Globally recognised degrees, stunning scenery and up to 3 years of post-study work.

Indicative tuition
NZ$22,000โ€“NZ$45,000 per year
Post-study work
Up to 3 years
Student route
Student visa

About New Zealand

New Zealand's eight public universities all rank within the global top 500, offering British-based, internationally respected qualifications in a safe, welcoming and spectacularly beautiful country.

It's known for a practical, research-led approach to learning, small class sizes and a strong focus on student wellbeing and work-life balance.

Popular student cities

  • Auckland
  • Wellington
  • Christchurch
  • Dunedin

New Zealand student visa: key facts

The main student route to New Zealand is the Student visa. Here's what international students should know.

Visa type
Fee-paying student visa (with an offer of place)
Work during study
Up to 20 hours per week in term; full-time in scheduled breaks
Post-study work
Post-study work visa, up to 3 years depending on qualification
English requirement
IELTS / equivalent as required by the institution
Proof of funds
Evidence of living costs (set annual amount) plus tuition

Visa and immigration rules change regularly and depend on your nationality, course and circumstances. The above is a general guide for international students; your Tutopiya counsellor confirms the current requirements before you apply.

Why choose New Zealand?

Recognised degrees

All eight universities rank in the global top 500 with UK-based qualifications.

Safe & beautiful

One of the safest, most scenic countries, with a relaxed lifestyle.

Up to 3 years work

Generous post-study work rights to build a career after graduating.

Personal support

Small classes and strong pastoral care for international students.

Courses in New Zealand

Programmes we place students into, with entry requirements, intakes and indicative fees.

See all 12 courses
Engineering
Undergraduate4 years

BE (Hons) Engineering (Honours)

University of Auckland

Location
Auckland, New Zealand
Indicative tuition
NZ$55,800 / year
Business & Management
Undergraduate3 years

BCom Commerce

University of Auckland

Location
Auckland, New Zealand
Indicative tuition
NZ$48,133 / year
Media, Film & Arts
Undergraduate3 years

BC Communication

University of Auckland

Location
Auckland, New Zealand
Indicative tuition
NZ$45,500 / year
Media, Film & Arts
Undergraduate3 years

BDes Design

University of Auckland

Location
Auckland, New Zealand
Indicative tuition
NZ$47,000 / year
Nursing & Allied Health
Undergraduate3 years

BHSc Health Sciences

University of Auckland

Location
Auckland, New Zealand
Indicative tuition
NZ$45,500 / year
Psychology
Undergraduate3 years

BSc Psychology

University of Auckland

Location
Auckland, New Zealand
Indicative tuition
NZ$45,000 / year

Universities in New Zealand

Scholarships for New Zealand

Browse all New Zealand scholarships

Counselling to enrolment

How we place you in New Zealand

Three simple steps, covered by one flat SGD 50.

  1. 1

    Counselling & matching

    A dedicated counsellor gets to know your grades, budget and goals, then maps out the strongest route into your chosen programme.

  2. 2

    Application support

    We prepare your application with you, personal statement, documents and references, and submit it to the university on the right timeline.

  3. 3

    Placement & enrolment

    From offer letter to enrolment and visa paperwork, we guide you through every step until you are confirmed and ready to start.

SGD 50 in total. Charged as 2 monthly instalments of SGD 25. That covers counselling, your application and guidance right through to your offer. University tuition is separate and paid directly to the university.

Why is it only SGD 50? ยท The full process, stage by stage

Ready to study in New Zealand?

Answer a few quick questions to see where you stand. Subscribe and a counsellor calls within 24 hours to map your route, shortlist universities and start your application.

SGD 50 in total, charged as 2 monthly instalments of SGD 25. University tuition is separate and paid directly to the university.

Not set on New Zealand?

Compare visa routes, costs and post-study work rights across our other country guides โ€” the same placement support applies everywhere.

Compare New Zealand side by side

Weighing New Zealand against another destination? These match-ups put tuition, visas and post-study work rights next to each other, with an honest verdict.

Studying in New Zealand: your questions, answered

What visa do I need to study in New Zealand?

The main student route is the Student visa. Visa type: Fee-paying student visa (with an offer of place). Work during study: Up to 20 hours per week in term; full-time in scheduled breaks. Post-study work: Post-study work visa, up to 3 years depending on qualification. English requirement: IELTS / equivalent as required by the institution. Proof of funds: Evidence of living costs (set annual amount) plus tuition. Visa and immigration rules change regularly and depend on your nationality, course and circumstances, so your Tutopiya counsellor confirms the current requirements before you apply.

How much does it cost to study in New Zealand?

International tuition typically falls in the range of NZ$22,000โ€“NZ$45,000 per year, and living costs vary by city. Tutopiya's counselling, application and enrolment support is free, so the only cost you take on is the university's own fees.

What does the placement service cost?

A flat SGD 50, billed as two monthly instalments of SGD 25. That covers everything: counselling, university matching, application support and guidance right up to your offer. There are no hidden extras, no agent fees and no commission on your tuition, because our counselling is funded by our university partners, the SGD 50 only covers administration. Separately, you pay the universityโ€™s own tuition or semester fees directly to the university after you accept your offer.

What exactly do you help with?

Everything from start to finish: understanding your options, shortlisting the right programme, preparing your application and personal statement, submitting to the university, and guiding you through the offer, enrolment and visa paperwork, all with a dedicated counsellor.

Which universities can you place me into?

We place students into a range of UK and international universities, and we shortlist the best-fit options for your grades, budget and goals rather than pushing a single school. On some pages we run dedicated SGD 50 placement drives for a specific partner university, and we are always adding more partners. Tell us your goals and your counsellor will map out your options.

Do I need my final results before I apply?

No. We work from predicted grades, so you can start the process well before results day and secure a conditional offer. Once your final grades are in, we help you confirm your place.

What qualifications do you accept?

We place students from IGCSE / O-Level, A-Levels (Cambridge and Edexcel), the IB Diploma, foundation and diploma programmes, and national curricula such as CBSE and ICSE. If your grades are not quite there for direct entry, we advise on an international foundation year.

How soon will someone contact me?

A Tutopiya counsellor calls you within 24 hours of you subscribing. Before that, our guided assistant is free to use and shows you where you stand โ€” your readiness, the destinations that fit your budget, and what to prepare next โ€” so you can judge the service before you pay for it.