Higher Studies New Zealand, Top Universities New Zealand, Higher Education New Zealand

Synopsis

Studying in New Zealand is a great choice for students who want a good education, low cost, and a bright future. It is one of the best places for Indian students to study and work. There are more than 20,000 new job openings every year. A new job rule called "Green List Occupations" helps students get full-time jobs after finishing their studies.

Study in New Zealand: Best Courses, Easy Rules & Jobs

New Zealand is a great place for Indian students who want to study in another country. It has the best schools, well-qualified teachers, and many job opportunities. In 2024, more than 59,000 students from different countries joined schools in New Zealand. About 10% of them were from India.

One big reason students pick New Zealand is jobs. Every year, there are more than 20,000 new job openings. A new job rule called "Green List Occupations" helps students get full-time jobs after finishing their studies.

Why Study in New Zealand?

Here are some good things about studying in New Zealand:

·         Good Education: Schools teach in a way that helps students learn by doing things.

·         Low Cost: It is cheaper to live here than in many other big countries.

·         Part-Time Jobs: Students can work while studying and full-time during holidays.

·         Worldwide Degrees: A New Zealand degree is accepted in many countries.

·         Safe & Friendly: It is a peaceful country where people are kind.

·         Education System in New Zealand

New Zealand has different types of study programs:

·         Technical Courses: For students who want to learn skills and start working.

·         Youth Programs: Free courses for students aged 16-19 to finish school.

·         Trade Schools: Special schools for learning jobs like mechanics, electricians, etc.

·         Technology Institutes: Schools that teach practical skills.

·         Private Colleges: Schools that offer short courses and certificates.

·         Universities: 8 top universities offer higher studies.

The top Eight universities that offer higher studies are:

·         Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland

·         Auckland University of Technology (AUT)

·         The University of Waikato

·         Massey University

·         Te Herenga Waka: Victoria University of Wellington

·         University of Canterbury

·         Lincoln University

·         University of Otago

Studying in New Zealand is a great choice for students who want a good education, low cost, and a bright future. It is one of the best places for Indian students to study and work.

Study in New Zealand: Work 40 hours a week, and stay back for up to three years!

New Zealand is one of the most popular English-speaking countries for students studying abroad today. It offers high-quality education, great job opportunities, and a peaceful life.

New Zealand has as many as 8 government-accredited universities, 16 government-accredited polytechnics and colleges, and many more private institutes. Courses range from certificate courses to doctorate-level courses. New Zealand follows the British education system. Courses that incorporate completely modern knowledge make New Zealand education valuable globally.

Under the Green List (Skilled Immigrant Category), which includes high-priority occupations, aspirants can apply for permanent residency as soon as they finish their studies and start working. For example, one can secure PR through excellent courses in fields such as nursing, engineering, health and social services, IT, teaching, science, agriculture, business, and hospitality. It is only in New Zealand that it is possible to switch to PR with just six points. Not only that, if you get PR, you can also add your parents to PR.

Students with a minimum of 50% marks in Plus Two can take courses. Moreover, they can take admission without IELTS or PTE. Courses at the Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD levels get a three-year stay back. Another unique feature of New Zealand is that you get a three-year stay back with one year of Master's study. Courses that allow you to work full-time while studying are also available in New Zealand. You can bring your family with you during the study period. Your spouse can work full-time and your children can study without fees.

Although classes for international students start in February and July, some universities and colleges offer courses in March, May, and October. New Zealand universities/colleges often hold job fairs on their campuses. Therefore, there are many opportunities for students to easily move into a good job and get PR in New Zealand.

Students receive scholarships based on merit. Not only that, but New Zealand is also unique in that a student only has to pay fees once they have been granted a visa by immigration.

INDIA: New Zealand Gives Scholarships and Internships to Indian Students, How to Apply

New Zealand will offer scholarships and remote internships to Indian students. The plan will help students learn and work with New Zealand companies while strengthening India and New Zealand’s partnership.

 

New Zealand will give Indian students scholarships worth NZ Dollar 260,000. This help comes under the New Zealand Excellence Awards (NZEA) 2025. The government will also give 30 students from IIT Delhi a chance to do online internships with companies in New Zealand. These students will learn how New Zealand companies work.

 

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon shared this news at an event at IIT Delhi. The event was for the New Zealand Centre. This Centre is special because it brings all New Zealand universities together with IIT Delhi.

 

Soon, New Zealand and Indian schools will sign papers to work more closely. They will help students move between both countries, do research together, and learn from each other.

The event also talked about the good work both countries are doing together. They are working on smart projects in areas like artificial intelligence, saving the planet, staying safe from disasters, and making new technology.

One big project by the University of Canterbury and IIT Delhi is using maps and data to help fight climate change. This project will help India with its goals to protect the Earth.

 

At the event, Prime Minister Luxon said, “New Zealand and India are good partners. We help students learn and grow. We want students to be ready for the world.”

How Many Scholarships at Each University?

Here’s how the scholarships are shared

·         AUT University - 1 for Undergraduate, 2 for Postgraduate

·         Lincoln University - 1 for Undergraduate, 4 for Postgraduate

·         Massey University - 2 for Undergraduate, 2 for Postgraduate

·         The University of Auckland - 2 for Postgraduate, 2 for Undergraduate,

·         The University of Waikato -  2 for Postgraduate, 1 for Undergraduate

·         University of Canterbury -  1 for Postgraduate, 1 for Undergraduate

·         University of Otago - 4 for Postgraduate

·         Victoria University of Wellington - 2 for Undergraduate, 2 for Postgraduate

 Who Can Apply?

·         You must be 18 years or older when applying.

·         You must be an Indian citizen (not from Australia or New Zealand).

·         You must meet the student visa rules of New Zealand.

·         You must be living in India when you apply.

·         You must get an unconditional offer from a university for a course that is part of NZEA.

 How to Apply?

·         First, apply to the university and get an offer letter.

·         Then, check if your course is part of NZEA.

·         Fill out the NZEA scholarship form.

 Steps to apply:

 Step 1: StudywithNewZealand.govt.nz offers details on programs and universities.

Step 2: Send directly your application to the institution.

Step 3: To apply for a student visa, Visit immigration.govt.nz.

Step 4: Apply NZEA 2025 before the deadline of April 30, 2025.