Study in New Zealand
Eight universities, all publicly funded, with straightforward entry based on your school diploma.
Corinia finds the universities in New Zealand that fit your record and checks the exact requirements of each programme you choose. Get started free
How to apply
Check your qualification
Each university lists the entry standard for school diplomas from your country.
Apply to the university
Applications are made online, directly. The year starts in late February, with a mid-year intake in July.
Meet programme limits
Courses such as medicine, engineering and law may select after a competitive first year.
Apply for the student visa
You need an offer of place, proof of funds and medical and travel insurance.
Cost
International students pay full fees set by each university, with wide differences between subjects.
Language
English, with IELTS or an equivalent for applicants from non-English systems.
Good to know
Student visa holders may usually work part-time during term and full-time in the holidays.
Official sources: Study with New Zealand · Immigration New Zealand
Universities Corinia covers in New Zealand
Corinia matches you against these, then checks the exact programme on the university’s own pages.
- University of AucklandAuckland
- University of CanterburyChristchurch
- University of OtagoDunedin
- Victoria University of WellingtonWellington
- Auckland University of TechnologyAuckland
- Massey UniversityPalmerston North
- University of WaikatoHamilton
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