New Zealand is one of the preferred study destinations for international students to study and settle. New Zealand is an established country with ample of job opportunities. Main Cities in New Zealand where international students go are Auckland, Wellington and Hamilton. One can study in New Zealand and settle as well for 5 to 15 Lakhs INR.

There are eight state-funded universities, 16 Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs) in New Zealand and about 550 Private Training Establishments (PTEs) as well.

All these Universities, ITPs and PTEs include English language schools or courses too.
You can choose the type of education institution that best suits your career path:
• Universities propose higher education. Research-led Programmes are and generally academic rather than vocational. 7 of the New Zealand’s Universities were in the top 100 of the 2020 QS World University Rankings, at least in one subject
• Vocational Degree-Level Education is offered by the ITPs and a few larger PTEs
• Specific Vocational Programmes are offered by the PTEs mainly at certificate and diploma level

The Benefits of New Zealand Universities
Excellence and Ranks
1. All New Zealand universities are ranked amongst the world’s best by QS World University Rankings
2. Our universities rank in the world’s top 100 in 65 subjects in the 2020 QS World University Rankings

Education to take you high in future
1. Extremely sought-after qualifications : The New Zealand qualifications are highly considered and sought-after by employers and other educational institutions around the world.
2. Achieve the skills that will unlock the future doors : In New Zealand, you learn beyond your subject. You’ll become a confident, critical and creative thinker. These skills are highly prized by employers worldwide.
3. Global Identification : New Zealand qualifications are recognised in over 50 countries being a member of the Lisbon Qualification Recognition Convention.

To understand how to get admission in New Zealand institutions go through the admission calendar below. This will set a systematic path for you.


Timeline of Admission Cycle (Guidelines)
Month - Timeline
July (previous year) - Research your options
August - Register for the standardised tests and appear for the same
Septembe - Get your test scores; Prepare the application package
October - Start applying to chosen universities
December - Applications close
Dec-January - Colleges start replying to applications
December - Manage and prepare your finances, look at the scholarship prospective and apply for education loans
January - Apply for the Students Visa
March - Departure preparations
March - Session starts

Eligibility Criteria for International Students in New Zealand Universities:
You can start preparing for the standardized tests once you are aware of the application deadlines. The tests include English proficiency tests namely IELTS, Internet-based TOEFL (iBT), Paper-based TOEFL, Advanced (CAE) or Proficiency (CPE) for Cambridge English and PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English).
The most preferred universities by the international students are:
1) The University of Auckland
• New Zealand’s Highest Ranked University
• QS World Ranking - 83

2) University of Otago
• QS World Ranking – 176
• 1st University in New Zealand

3) Victoria University of Wellington
• The Capital City University
• QS World Ranking – 215

4) University of Canterbury
• Second Oldest University in New Zealand
• Fourth Oldest in Australasia
• QS World Ranking – 227

5) University of Waikato
• Ranked among the World’s Top 1.1% Of Universities
• QS World Ranking - 266

6) Massey University
• Internationally Recognised Qualifications
• QS World Ranking - 287

7) Lincoln University
• QS World Ranking – 356

8 ) Auckland University of Technology
• Second Largest University of New Zealand
• QS World Ranking – 442

Now that you know the benefits, best universities and the eligibility criteria for the admissions in New Zealand, it will be easy for you to choose the University that best suits you. You can also get in contact with the Overseas Education Consultants to get more idea about the admission process, visa and education loan.
All the best!