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Before you choose New Zealand
More post-study options from November 2026
From 16 November 2026 a new 6-month graduate work visa opens for some Level 5–7 graduates, and more graduate diplomas qualify for post-study work. In 2025, 62% of offshore Bangladeshi applications were approved, compared with 83% overall.
Checked 1 Oct 2026 · Immigration NZ: new post-study work options · Immigration NZ: 2025 decision dataKey facts
Taught master’s1–2 years
Work after graduatingup to 3 years
Work while studying25 hrs/week
IntakesFebruary · July
Master’s1–2 years
Bachelor’s3 years
Post-study workUp to 3 years; graduate diplomas now qualify
Term-time work25 hrs/week (check your visa conditions)
Living fundsNZD 20,000 / yr
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Life in New Zealand
Climate
Temperate; four seasons in a day
Transport
Bus and rail in the main cities
Healthcare
Compulsory insurance
Typical rent
NZD 250–450 / week
Part-time wage
Minimum wage
Careers here
What students build in New Zealand
Careers that grow, stay safe or shine with AI, with courses at our partner universities in New Zealand. Open one to see its career ladder and the courses for your qualification.
Grows with AI
AI, data & analytics
Build and question the systems everyone else will use.
Data analyst, junior data engineer, BI analystCourses in New Zealand Grows with AISoftware & cybersecurity
Every AI system needs to be built, connected and kept safe.
Junior developer, SOC analyst, cloud support engineerCourses in New Zealand Safe with AIMedicine & allied health
Doctor, dentist, pharmacist, physiotherapist: careers built on trust and years of training.
Foundation or resident doctor, pharmacist, physiotherapist, radiographerCourses in New Zealand Safe with AINursing & midwifery
In demand almost everywhere, and registered country by country.
Nursing regulator exam or assessment, English test, supervised practiceCourses in New Zealand Safe with AIPublic health & healthcare
Keep whole populations healthy, and run the services that care for them.
Public health officer, health data analyst, pharmacy technicianCourses in New Zealand Grows with AIEngineering & robotics
Put AI into the physical world: machines, cities, energy.
Graduate engineer, engineering technologist, CAD technicianCourses in New Zealand Grows with AIClimate, energy & environment
The energy transition needs people who understand the science.
Environmental officer, sustainability analyst, field technicianCourses in New Zealand Grows with AIBiotech & life sciences
Where biology meets data and AI.
Lab technician, quality control analyst, research assistantCourses in New Zealand Shine with AIBusiness analytics, finance & FinTech
Numbers are automated. Judgement about them isn’t.
Financial analyst, business analyst, audit associateCourses in New Zealand Shine with AIManagement, marketing & supply chain
Lead people and projects in AI-powered organisations.
Operations coordinator, marketing executive, supply chain analystCourses in New Zealand Shine with AIDesign, UX & digital media
AI makes images. Designers solve problems for people.
Junior UX designer, content producer, game artistCourses in New Zealand Shine with AIFashion, textiles & apparel
AI can sketch a dress. People make it fit, sell and get made.
Assistant designer, merchandiser, product developerCourses in New Zealand Safe with AITeaching & early childhood
AI tutors exist. Children still need teachers.
Early childhood educator, teaching assistant, ESL teacherCourses in New Zealand Shine with AILawyer, solicitor & barrister
A regulated profession: plan your qualifying route before you pick a country.
SQE and work experience, Bar training and pupillage, bar exam or practical legal trainingCourses in New Zealand Shine with AICriminology, justice & compliance
AI drafts contracts. Lawyers carry the responsibility.
Paralegal, compliance analyst, investigator, legal researcherCourses in New Zealand Safe with AIHospitality, tourism & events
Experiences are made by people.
Front office supervisor, events coordinator, commis chefCourses in New ZealandYour journey
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Education systemHow education works in New Zealand
Primary / intermediateYears 1–8NZ Curriculum
SecondaryYears 9–13NCEA Levels 1–3
Polytechnic / ITPNZQF 1–7Certificates, diplomas, applied degrees
Bachelor’sNZQF 73 years
Honours / PG diplomaNZQF 81 year
Master’s / PhDNZQF 9 / 101–2 years; PhD 3 years
InstitutionsUniversities, colleges and schools
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UniversityMassey University (Auckland Campus)Auckland
- Bachelor of Business in Business Analytics
- Master of Business Administration in Global Business
UniversityVictoria University of Wellington (Kelburn Campus)Wellington
- Master of Data Science
UniversityUniversity of Waikato (Hamilton Campus)Hamilton
- Master of Data Science
UniversityAuckland University of TechnologyAuckland
- Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences - Computer Science
- Diploma in Business
- Bachelor of Health Science - Public and Environmental Health
- Master of Design
- Master of Laws - Employment Law
- Bachelor of International Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Health Science in Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science
- Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science
- Bachelor of Health Science in Paramedicine
- Bachelor of Laws
- Master of Nursing Science
- Master of Marketing
- Master of Public Health
- Bachelor of Design in Fashion Design
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Software Engineering
- Bachelor of Health Science
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
- Bachelor of Arts in Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Culinary Arts
- Master of Cyber Security and Digital Forensics
- Master of Health Science
- Bachelor of Arts in Event Management
- Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences in Networks and Cybersecurity
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechatronics Engineering
- Bachelor of Architecture and Future Environments
- Master of Professional Accounting
- Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Accounting
- Master of Business in International Business
- Bachelor of Design in Spatial and Interior Design
- Bachelor of Visual Arts in Painting, Printmaking and Drawing
- Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Teaching
- Bachelor of Education in Primary Teaching
- Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice
UniversityVictoria University of WellingtonWellington
- Master of Computer Science
- Master of Nursing Practice
- Master of Environmental Studies
- Master of Education
- Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Midwifery
- MSc in Data Science
- MSc in Computer Science
- Graduate Diploma in Science - Climate Science
- MSc in Biotechnology
- Master of User Experience Design
- Master of TESOL
- MA in Criminology
- Bachelor of Design Innovation in Fashion Design Technology
- Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Software Engineering
- Master of Health
- Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
- Graduate Diploma in Science - Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Design Innovation in Game Design
- Bachelor of Arts in Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Criminology
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
- Bachelor of Commerce in Tourism Management
- Master of Software Development
- Bachelor of Health in Health Promotion
- Graduate Diploma in Health - Health Promotion
- Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechatronics Engineering
- Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting
- Bachelor of Commerce in Actuarial Science
- Bachelor of Commerce in Commercial Law
- Bachelor of Building Science in Project Management
- Master of Global Business in Tourism
UniversityThe University of Waikato College (Navitas)Hamilton
- International Diploma (Computer Science), leading to Bachelor of Computer Science
UniversityMassey UniversityPalmerston North
- Bachelor of Information Sciences - Computer Science
- Bachelor of Business - Business Analytics
- Master of Environmental Management
- Bachelor of Design - Industrial Design
- Master of Construction - Construction Law
- Bachelor of Design in Fashion Design
- Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Textile Design
- Bachelor of Information Sciences in Information Technology
- Bachelor of Information Sciences in Software Engineering
- BSc in Environmental Science
- BSc in Microbiology
- Bachelor of Screen Arts (Hons) in Animation
- BA in Education
- Master of Business Administration in Business Sustainability
- Bachelor of Business in International Business
- Master of Construction in Construction Project Management
- Bachelor of Screen Arts (Hons) in Film Production
CollegeYoobee College of Creative InnovationAuckland
- Master of Business Informatics - Business Analytics
- Diploma in Animation
UniversityThe University of WaikatoHamilton
- Bachelor of Business - Digital Business
- Master of Engineering Practice - Civil Engineering
- Master of Engineering - Environmental Engineering
- Master of Education
- Master of Laws
UniversityUniversity of AucklandAuckland
- Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering - Engineering Science
- Bachelor of Sport, Health and Physical Education
- Master of Laws - Environmental Law
CollegeOtago PolytechnicDunedin
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Civil Engineering
- New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Culinary Arts
- Bachelor of Design in Fashion
- Bachelor of Information Technology
- Bachelor of Applied Management in Event Management
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil Engineering) (Level 6)
- New Zealand Diploma in Business (Accounting) or (Leadership and Management) Level 5
- New Zealand Diploma in Business (Leadership and Management) (Level 5)
- Bachelor of Visual Arts
- Graduate Diploma in Visual Arts
- Master of Visual Arts
CollegeNew Zealand Skills and Education College (NZSE)Auckland
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering - Electronics Engineering
- New Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
CollegeWaikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)Hamilton
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Electrical Engineering
- Bachelor of Design - Spatial Design (Interior Design)
CollegeManukau Institute of TechnologyAuckland
- Bachelor of Nursing
- New Zealand Diploma in Information Technology Technical Support
- Bachelor of Engineering technology in Electrical
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil)
- Bachelor of accounting
- New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5) with strands in accounting, leadership and management
- Bachelor of Education in Early childhood teaching
- New Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Bachelor of Digital Technologies in Software and Web Development
CollegeSouthern Institute of TechnologyInvercargill
- New Zealand Diploma in Veterinary Nursing
- Bachelor of Information Technology
- Bachelor of Screen Arts in Animation
- New Zealand Diploma in Animation (Level 5)
- Master of Information Technology
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil Engineering)
- New Zealand Diploma in Business (Accounting) (Level 5)
- Diploma in Culinary Excellence
- New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 5)
- New Zealand Diploma in Audio Engineering and Production (Level 5)
- Massey Diploma in Agriculture (Level 5)
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Screen Arts in Concept Art and Design
CollegeUniversal College of Learning (UCOL)Whanganui
- Bachelor of Nursing
- New Zealand Diploma in Arts and Design - Design Media
CollegeEastern Institute of TechnologyGisborne
- Bachelor of Nursing
- New Zealand Diploma in Environmental Management
- Master of Nursing Science
- Master of Health Science
- Bachelor of Accounting
- Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Bachelor of Teaching in Early Childhood Education
- Postgraduate Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Bachelor of Teaching in Primary
CollegeAra Institute of CanterburyChristchurch
- Bachelor of Design - Fashion Technology and Design
- New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Medical Imaging
- Bachelor of Midwifery
- Bachelor of Accounting
- New Zealand Diploma in Business (Marketing and Sales)
- Bachelor of Applied Management in Event Management
- New Zealand Diploma in Information Technology Technical Support
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil)
- New Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
- New Zealand Diploma in Outdoor and Adventure Education
- Graduate Diploma in Event Management
- Bachelor of Applied Science in Health Promotion
- Bachelor of Applied Management in Project Management
- Bachelor of Applied Management in Supply Chain Logistics
- Bachelor of Design in Applied Visual Art
- New Zealand Diploma in Web Development and Design
CollegeNew Zealand Tertiary College (NZTC)Auckland
- Master of Education - Early Childhood Education
CollegeToi Ohomai Institute of TechnologyRotorua
- Master of Management - Hospitality
- Bachelor of Creative Industries in Fashion Design
- Bachelor of Applied Information Technology
- Bachelor of Accounting
- New Zealand Diploma in Business ( Marketing and Sales Strand)
- Master of Management in Health
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Electrical)
- New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 5), Accounting Strand
- Bachelor of Teaching in Early Childhood Education
- Master of Teaching in Early Childhood Education
- New Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care
- New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management
- New Zealand Diploma in Tourism and Travel
- Postgraduate Diploma in Management (Health)
- New Zealand Diploma in Environmental Management - Marine (Level 5)
- New Zealand Diploma in Environmental Management - Terrestrial (Level 5)
- New Zealand Diploma in Forest Management
- Bachelor of Creative Industries (Visual Art)
CollegeNew Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)Auckland
- Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 5)
UniversityUniversity of CanterburyChristchurch
- Master of Applied Data Science
- Bachelor of Engineering with Honours
- Master of Laws
- Graduate Diploma in Laws
- Master of Civil Engineering
- BFA in Graphic Design
- Bachelor of Health in Public Health
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Software Engineering
- Bachelor of Health in Health Science
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering
- Master of Marketing
- BA in Education
- Bachelor of Criminal Justice
- Master of Criminal Justice
- Bachelor of Data Science
- Bachelor of Data Science in Business Analytics
- Master of Public Health
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
- Master of Renewable Energy Engineering
- Master of Science in Environmental Science
- Master of Science in Biotechnology
- Master of Science in Microbiology
- Postgraduate Diploma in Science (Biotechnology)
- Bachelor of Science in Finance
- Master of Science in Finance
- Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting
- Bachelor of Digital Screen (Honours) in Animation
- Bachelor of Digital Screen (Honours) in Game Arts
- BA in Mathematical Sciences Education
- Diploma in Arts (Education)
- Bachelor of Laws
UniversityUniversity of OtagoDunedin
- Master of Business - Business Analytics
- Bachelor of Pharmacy
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery
- Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
- Master of Laws
- Bachelor of Laws
- PGDipHealSc in Nursing
- Master of Nursing Science
- BA in Data Science
- BA in Computer Science
- BSc in Sustainable Energy
- BSc in Microbiology
- BA in Education
- Graduate Diploma in Tourism
- BA in Criminology
- Bachelor of Health Sciences in Public Health
- BSc in Plant Biotechnology
- MAppSc in Molecular Biotechnology
- Master of Public Health
- MSc in Sustainable Energy (Thesis)
- Master of Applied Science in Sustainable Energy
- MA in Education
- Bachelor of Arts and Commerce
- Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting
- Master of Business in International Business
- Master of Teaching and Learning in Primary Education
- BA in Tourism, Languages and Cultures
- DipGrad in Tourism
UniversityUniversity of Auckland (Grafton Campus)Auckland
- Bachelor of Pharmacy
- Bachelor of Optometry
- Bachelor of Nursing
UniversityUniversity of Auckland (Newmarket Campus)Auckland
- Master of Physiotherapy Practice
UniversityAuckland University of Technology (North Campus)Auckland
- Master of Physiotherapy Practice
CollegeWhitireia and WelTec (Porirua Campus)Porirua
- Bachelor of Health Science - Paramedic
UniversityAuckland University of Technology (City Campus)Auckland
- Master of Medical Laboratory Science
- Master of Supply Chain Management
- Bachelor of International Hospitality Management with Major in Hospitality Management
UniversityThe University of Waikato (Hamilton Campus)Hamilton
- Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences
- Bachelor of Laws
- Master of Cyber Security
CollegeUnitec Institute of TechnologyAuckland
- Bachelor of Health Science in Medical Imaging
- Bachelor of Nursing
- Bachelor of Accounting
- Bachelor of Business in Management
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Electrical)
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil)
- New Zealand Diploma in Business – Accounting
- New Zealand Diploma in Interior Design (Commercial)
- Bachelor of Teaching in Early Childhood Education
- Master of Applied Technologies in Computing (Cybersecurity and Networking)
- Postgraduate Diploma of Applied Technologies in Computing (Cybersecurity and Networking)
- Master of Professional Accounting
- Master of Applied Business (Supply Chain and Logistics)
- New Zealand Diploma in Landscape (Design)
CollegeWellington Institute of Technology (WelTec)Wellington
- Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic)
- Bachelor of Nursing
- Master of Information Technology
- New Zealand Diploma in Information Technology
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering - Civil
- New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering - Mechanical
- Bachelor of Creativity (Digital Media)
CollegeWhitireia and WelTecPorirua
- Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic)
- Bachelor of Nursing
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering - Civil
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering - Mechanical
UniversityThe University of AucklandAuckland
- Bachelor of Medical Imaging (Honours)
- Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
- Master of Clinical Pharmacy
- Master of Laws
- Master of Nursing
- Master of Energy
- Master of Business Analytics
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering
- Master of Biomedical Science
- Master of Biotechnology in Bioinformatics
- Master of Biotechnology in Molecular Microbiology
- Bachelor of Arts in TESOL
- Bachelor of Arts in Criminology
- Master of Arts in Criminology
- Bachelor of Science in Data Science
- Master of Artificial Intelligence
- Master of Data Science
- Master of Information Technology
- Master of Health Sciences
- Master of Civil Engineering
- Master of Materials Engineering in Energy and Environmental Materials
- Master of Science in Environmental Science
- Graduate Diploma in Arts (TESOL)
- Master of Arts in Education
- Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting
- Bachelor of Commerce in Business Analytics
- Master of Engineering Project Management
- Bachelor of Arts in Media and Screen Studies
- Master of Arts in Media and Screen Studies
- Master of Literature in Media and Screen Studies
UniversityUniversity of WaikatoHamilton
- Master of Pharmacy Practice
- Postgraduate Diploma in Law
- Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Civil Engineering
- BSc in Data Analytics
- Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Software Engineering
- BSc in Environmental Sciences
- BSc in Biomedical Sciences
- Master of Management in Supply Chain Management
- Master of Artificial Intelligence
- Master of Engineering in Software Engineering
- Master of Information Technology
- Master of Health Science
- Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering
- Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering
- Master of Science in Environmental Sciences
- BSc in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Health in Health Promotion
- BA in Environmental Planning
- Master of Professional Accounting
- Bachelor of Business in Supply Chain Management
- Master of Management in Project Management
- BA in Screen and Media Studies
- Bachelor of Social Sciences in Screen and Media Studies
- Graduate Diploma in Screen and Media Studies
- Bachelor of Teaching in Early Childhood
- Bachelor of Teaching in Primary
- Bachelor of Teaching in Teaching
- BA in Law
UniversityUniversity of Auckland (City Campus)Auckland
- Bachelor of Laws
- Master of Laws in Law - Taught 120 points
- Master of Biotechnology
CollegeUniversal College of Learning (UCOL) (Manawatu Campus)Palmerston North
- Bachelor of Nursing
CollegeWaikato Institute of Technology (WINTEC)Hamilton
- Bachelor of Midwifery
- Bachelor of Applied Information Technology
- Bachelor of Accounting
- Master of Applied Information Technology
- New Zealand Diploma in Information Technology Technical Support
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Electrical)
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil)
- New Zealand Diploma in Business - Accounting and Leadership and Management
- Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood Education)
- Bachelor of Applied Management in Supply Chain Logistics
- Graduate Diploma in Supply Chain Logistics
UniversityLincoln UniversityLincoln
- Master of Tourism Management
UniversityMassey University (Wellington Campus)Wellington
- Master of Analytics - Business
CollegeWhitecliffe CollegeAuckland
- Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design
- Master of Information Technology
- Bachelor of Design and Digital Media
CollegeAuckland Institute of Studies - UP EducationAuckland
- Bachelor of Information Technology in Information Systems
- Master of Information Technology in Information Systems
- New Zealand Diploma in Information Technology Technical Support
- New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management
- Master of Business Administration in Operations and Logistics
CollegeNew Zealand School of Education (NZSE)Auckland
- Diploma in Community Healthcare and Support
CollegeNelson & Marlborough Institute of TechnologyNelson- NZ
- Master of Applied Management in Healthcare Management
- Bachelor of Accounting
- Master of Information Technology
- New Zealand Diploma in Information Technology Technical Support
- Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management (Healthcare Management)
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil Engineering)
- New Zealand Diploma in Business (Accounting)
- New Zealand Diploma in Animation (Level 5)
- New Zealand Diploma in Marine Engineering (Class 3 and Class 4)
- Bachelor of Aquaculture and Marine Conservation
- Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing
- Master of Applied Management in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Bachelor of Arts and Media
- New Zealand Diploma in Web Development and Design
CollegeUP EDUCATION - Yoobee College of Creative InnovationChristchurch
- Master of Business Informatics in Healthcare Informatics
- Bachelor of Animation
- Bachelor of Software Engineering
- Master of Software Engineering
- Diploma in Software Development
- Bachelor of Animation (Hons) in Story and Character
UniversityUniversity of Waikato - Tauranga CampusTauranga
- Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Master of Science in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechatronics Engineering
- Bachelor of Social Science in Environmental Planning
- Master of Environmental Planning (1 Year)
- Master of Teaching and Learning in Teaching (Primary)
- PG Diploma in Teaching (Primary)
- Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Social Science in Law
- Bachelor of Social Science in Criminology
UniversityLincoln University - New ZealandLincoln - New Zealand
- Bachelor of Commerce in Sustainability
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
- Master of Tourism Management
- Bachelor of Agricultural Science
- Bachelor of Commerce in Global Business
- Bachelor of Commerce in Horticulture
- Bachelor of Commerce in Individual
- Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain Management
- Bachelor of Sustainable Tourism
UniversityATMC - New ZealandAuckland
- New Zealand Diploma in Healthcare (Management)
- Diploma in Software Development
- Bachelor of Applied Arts in Digital Media
- Bachelor of Applied Arts in Film Production
UniversityNorthTecWhangarei
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Level 6) - Civil Engineering
- New Zealand Diploma in Environmental Management (Level 5)
CollegeWestern Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT)Taranaki
- New Zealand Diploma in Business (Accounting) (Level 5)
- New Zealand Diploma in Environmental Management with strand in Conservation (Operations) (Level 5)
CollegeUP EDUCATION - New Zealand Tertiary CollegeAuckland
- Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Education
- Bachelor of Teaching in Early Childhood Education
- New Zealand Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care (Level 5)
UniversityLe Cordon Bleu - WellingtonWellington- New Zealand
- Bachelor of Culinary Arts and Business
- Master of Applied Hospitality Management
CollegePacific International Hotel Management SchoolNew Plymouth
- New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management
CollegeProfessional Business and Restaurant SchoolAuckland
- New Zealand Diploma in Hospitality Management (Level 5)
CollegeUP EDUCATION - New Zealand School of Tourism (NZST)Auckland
- New Zealand Diploma in Tourism and Travel (Level 5)
- New Zealand Diploma in Tourism and Travel Management (Level 6)
CollegeThe International Travel College of New ZealandAuckland
- New Zealand Diploma in Tourism and Travel (Level 5)
CollegeIPU Tertiary InstituteFitzherbert
- New Zealand Diploma in Tourism and Travel (Level 5)
UniversityVictoria University of Wellington - Kelburn campusWellington
- Bachelor of Arts with Major in Data Science
- Bachelor of Commerce with Major in Data Science
- Bachelor of Science with Major in Artificial Intelligence
- Bachelor of Engineering with Honours with Major in Software Engineering
- Bachelor of Psychology with Major in Brain Sciences and Mental Health
- Master of Physical Activity and Hauora – Physical Activity and Public Health
- Bachelor of Commerce with Major in Sustainability and Ethics in Business
- Bachelor of Environment and Society with Major in Environmental Science
- Bachelor of Environment and Society with Major in Sustainability and Ethics in Business
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Major in Human Genetics
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Major in Molecular Pathology
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Major in Molecular Pharmacology and Medicinal Chemistry
- Bachelor of Arts with Major in Film
- Bachelor of Education (Teaching) Early Childhood
- Bachelor of Law
- Master of Laws (Coursework)
- Bachelor of Arts with Major in Criminology
- Bachelor of Psychology with Major in Criminal Justice and Psychology
UniversityThe University of Waikato - Hamilton CampusHamilton
- Bachelor of Climate Change with Major in Data Analytics
- Bachelor of Science with Major in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science with Major in Data Analytics
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with Major in Software Engineering
- Bachelor of Health with Major in Biomedical Sciences
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with Major in Chemical and Process Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with Major in Civil Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with Major in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Bachelor of Climate Change with Major in Anthropology
- Bachelor of Climate Change with Major in Chemistry
- Bachelor of Climate Change with Major in Climate Change
- Bachelor of Science in Technology - Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Bachelor of Science with Major in Biomedical Sciences
- Bachelor of Science with Major in Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Bachelor of Banking, Finance and Technology
- Bachelor of Business with Major in Accounting
- Bachelor of Arts with Major in Law
- Bachelor of Social Science with Major in Law
- Master of Law
- Master of Legal Studies
UniversityVictoria University of Wellington - Te Aro campusWellington
- Bachelor of Commerce with Major in Data Science
- Master of Artificial Intelligence
- Master of Physical Activity and Hauora – Physical Activity and Public Health
- Bachelor of Commerce with Major in Sustainability and Ethics in Business
- Master of Biomedical Science (Thesis)
- Master of Biomedical Science by Coursework and Thesis
- Master of Conservation Biology
- Bachelor of Building Science with Major in Project Management
- Master of Laws (Coursework)
- Bachelor of Commerce with Major in Tourism Management
UniversityAuckland University of Technology - City CampusAuckland
- Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences with Major in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences with Major in Data Science
- Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences with Major in Digital Services
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with Major in Software Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with Major in Civil Construction Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with Major in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with Major in Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Science with Major in Environmental Sciences
- Bachelor of Science with Major in Biomedical Science
- Bachelor of Law
- Master of Law with Specialisation in Corporate and Commercial Law
- Master of Law with Specialisation in Criminal Law
- Bachelor of Arts with Major in Criminology and Criminal Justice
- Bachelor of Arts with Major in Culinary Arts
- Bachelor of Arts with Major in Event Management
- Master of International Hospitality Management
UniversityMassey University - Auckland CampusAuckland
- Bachelor of Information Sciences in Artificial Intelligence
- Bachelor of Information Sciences in Data Science
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Business in Finance
CollegeUniversal College of Learning (UCOL) - Manawatu CampusPalmerston North
- Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology in Data Management and Analytics
- Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology in Network Engineering
- Bachelor of Creative Media in 3D Animation
- Bachelor of Creative Media in Photography
UniversityThe University of Waikato - Tauranga CampusTauranga
- Bachelor of Science with Major in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with Major in Software Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours ) with Major in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with Major in Civil Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with Major in Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Science with Major in Environmental Sciences
- Bachelor of Business with Major in Accounting
- Bachelor of Arts with Major in Law
- Master of Law
- Master of Legal Studies
UniversityUniversity of Auckland - City CampusAuckland
- Bachelor of Science with Specialisation in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science with Specialisation in Data Science
- Master of Artificial Intelligence - Taught 120 points
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Software Engineering
- Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Health Sciences Conjoint
- Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Health Sciences Conjoint
- Bachelor of Health Sciences / Bachelor of Laws Conjoint
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Chemical and Materials Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Science with Specialisation in Environmental Science
- Bachelor of Science with Specialisation in Biomedical Science
- Bachelor of Arts with Major in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TSOL)
- Bachelor of Education in Teaching
- Bachelor of Education in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Laws Conjoint
- Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Laws (Honours) Conjoint
- Bachelor of Global Studies / Bachelor of Laws Conjoint
- Bachelor of Arts with Major in Criminology
- Master of Legal Studies in Litigation and Dispute Resolution - Taught 120 points
UniversityUniversity of Auckland - Grafton CampusAuckland
- Bachelor of Science with Specialisation in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science with Specialisation in Data Science
- Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Health Sciences Conjoint
- Bachelor of Health Sciences / Bachelor of Laws Conjoint
- Bachelor of Health Sciences in Population Health
- Bachelor of Science with Specialisation in Environmental Science
- Bachelor of Science with Specialisation in Biomedical Science
- Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Laws Conjoint
CollegeUnitec Institute of Technology - Mt Albert CampusMount Albert
- Master of Applied Technologies in Computing - Data Analytics and Intelligence
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Civil
UniversityVictoria University of Wellington - Pipitea CampusWellington
- Master of Artificial Intelligence
- Master of Climate Change Science and Policy
- Master of Biomedical Science (Coursework and Thesis)
- Master of Conservation Biology
- Master of Drug Discovery and Development in Chemical Biology (Coursework and Thesis)
- Bachelor of Commerce with Major in Tourism Management
CollegeNew Zealand Skills and Education College (NZSE) - Auckland CBD CampusAuckland
- Master of Data Analytics
- Bachelor of Business Information Management
CollegeWaikato Institute of Technology (Wintec) - Hamilton City CampusWhitiora
- Bachelor of Applied Information Technology in Network Engineering
- Bachelor of Applied Information Technology with Specialisation in Database Architecture
- Bachelor of Applied Information Technology with Specialisation in Software Engineering
- Bachelor of Applied Science with Endorsement in Environmental Technology
- Bachelor of Applied Science with Endorsement in Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Teaching - Early Childhood Education
CollegeManukau Institute of Technology - Manukau CampusManukau
- Bachelor of Digital Technologies in Networking
UniversityWhitireia and WelTec - Petone CampusLower Hutt 5012
- Bachelor of Information Technology
- Bachelor of Creativity in Animation
- Bachelor of Creativity in Digital Media and Design
CollegeUp Education - Auckland Institute of Studies - St Helens CampusAuckland
- Bachelor of Information Technology in Networks and Security
- Bachelor of Information Technology in Software Development
UniversityAuckland University of Technology - North CampusAuckland
- Bachelor of Health Science in Occupational Therapy
- Bachelor of Health Science in Oral Health
- Bachelor of Health Science in Podiatry
UniversityAuckland University of Technology - South CampusAuckland
- Bachelor of Health Science with Major in Counselling
- Bachelor of Health Science with Major in Health Management
- Bachelor of Health Science with Major in Paramedicine
CollegeEastern Institute of Technology - Hawke Bay CampusNapier
- Master of Health Sciences
- Bachelor of Business Studies in Management
- Bachelor of Business Studies in Marketing
UniversityMassey University - Manawatu CampusPalmerston North
- Bachelor of Earth and Environmental Science in Geoscience
- Bachelor of Earth and Environmental Science in Land and Water Science
- Bachelor of Horticultural and Plant Systems in Integrative Plant Biology
- Bachelor of Science in Molecular Cell Biology
- Bachelor of Business in Finance
- Bachelor of Sport and Exercise in Physical Education
- Master of Applied Linguistics in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
CollegeSouthern Institute of Technology - Invercargill CampusInvercargill
- Bachelor of Environmental Management
- Bachelor of Accounting
CollegeUniversal College of Learning (UCOL) - Whanganui CampusWhanganui
- Bachelor of Accounting
- Bachelor of Applied Management in Business Information Systems
- Bachelor of Applied Management in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Bachelor of Applied Management in Project Management
- Bachelor of Teaching in Early Childhood Education
CollegeOtago Polytechnic - Dunedin CampusNorth Dunedin
- Bachelor of Accounting
- Bachelor of Applied Management - Accounting
- Bachelor of Applied Management - Sales and Marketing
CollegeToi Ohomai Institute of Technology - Windermere CampusTauranga
- Bachelor of Applied Management - Business Management
- Bachelor of Creative Industries in Graphic Design
CollegeUP Education - Yoobee College of Creative Innovation - Auckland City Road CampusAuckland
- Bachelor of Animation (Honours) in Interactive Media and Games
- Bachelor of Animation (Honours) in World Building and Visual Effects
UniversityMassey University - Wellington CampusMount Cook
- Bachelor of Communication in Digital Media
- Bachelor of Design (Honours) in Photography
CollegeManukau Institute of Technology - Otara CampusOtara
- Bachelor of Education - Primary
CollegeNew Zealand Skills and Education College (NZSE) - New Lynn CampusAuckland (Suburb: New Lynn)
- Graduate Diploma in Teaching - Primary
- Graduate Diploma in Teaching - Secondary
CollegeToi Ohomai Institute of Technology - Mokoia CampusRotorua
- Bachelor of Applied Hospitality and Tourism Management
- Master of Management - Hospitality Endorsement (Coursework and Thesis)
CollegeAra Institute of Canterbury - City CampusChristchurch Central City,
- Bachelor of Applied Management with Specialisation in Event Management
A selection of the institutions we work with. Register with us for personalised course recommendations.
Curriculum and assessmentWhat you’ll study, and how you’ll be assessed
What and how you’ll study
- The NZ Qualifications Framework (NZQF) has 10 levels.
- Eight universities, all ranked in the QS World University Rankings, plus institutes of technology and polytechnics.
- Teaching is practical and hands-on, with small classes at postgraduate level.
How you’ll be assessed
| Internal | Assignments and projects |
|---|---|
| Exams | End of semester |
| Grades | A+ to E; C- or better is a pass |
| NCEA | Credits: Achieved, Merit, Excellence |
K-12
School placement for your child
K-12 service available
International students can attend state and private schools. A parent can come with a younger student on a Guardian of a Student visitor visa.
K-12 admission guide →Costs & workWhat it costs
| Tuition (UG) | NZD 25k–40k / yr |
|---|---|
| Tuition (PG) | NZD 30k–55k / yr |
| Visa fee | ≈ NZD 850 |
| Insurance | Compulsory, ≈ NZD 700 / yr |
Sample ranges. Confirm your programme’s exact fees in your offer letter.
Self-service
True cost & proof of funds
TuitionNZD 38,000
Living costsNZD 20,000
Visa feeNZD 850
Health coverNZD 700
Total for 1 yearNZD 59,550≈ USD 35,730 at sample rates · INZ living-funds figure
Sample 2026 figures and exchange rates. The live calculator uses the dated policy register and daily exchange rates.
Latest news
New Zealand: education & immigration updates
Official visa announcements and international-education news, updated automatically every day.
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