Study in New Zealand

New Zealand education is ranked amongst the best in the world. The curriculum is comprehensive, advanced and practical. Most international students going to study in New Zealand opt for post secondary programs in Universities, Public Polytechnics or Private Training Establishments (PTEs). A range of vocational and research-based programs are available at the undergraduate and post graduate levels.

Five of the universities in New Zealand are considered to be in the top 50 of the world’s universities according to the QS World Top 500 rankings. New Zealand is known for its business, technology, engineering, medicine, and biological sciences, and the schools are world class. The higher education program is subsidized by the New Zealand government for permanent residents.

International students studying in a tertiary institution are allowed to work part-time for up to 20 hours a week and full-time during all scheduled breaks and during the Christmas and New Year holidays.

New Zealand allows students to avail Post Study Work Visa options for up to 3 years after finishing your studies, if they have an acceptable qualification. A Post-study work visa lets the applicant work for any employer and in almost any job. The student’s partner can also apply for a work visa and dependent children can study fee-free as domestic students. A Post-study work visa lasts for 1, 2 or 3 years depending on the level of qualification and where the applicant studied. From the end of November 2018, the Post Study Work Visa replaces 2 previous visas, namely the Post Study Work Visa (open) and the Post Study Work Visa (employer-assisted).

If you are considering pursuing higher education in New Zealand, please consult our Licensed Immigration Adviser for advice on suitable course options and your visa eligibility. We would also be able to advise you on possible visa pathways for your family to accompany you during or after the completion of your studies.