All Indian students are given the option by the New Zealand government to study there, but you must first apply for a student visa. The type of education you plan to undertake and the length of your stay in New Zealand will determine the type of visa you require. Here is a list of the several sorts of student visas you can apply for if you are over 18 and intend to study in New Zealand for a period of time longer than six months:
Benefits Of Studying In New Zealand
- IOffers qualifications that are recognized globally in all fields
- Excellent opportunities for education and teaching faculty that is par excellence
- Opportunities for research and innovation
- For PhD scholars, it offers a wealth of opportunities
- Peaceful and secure surroundings
- Excellent quality of life
- Study-work opportunities for students, allowing them to pay for their expenses themselves
- Many work opportunities after graduation
Top Universities In New Zealand
New Zealand rank |
Global rank |
University |
1 |
83 |
University of Auckland |
2 |
176 |
University of Otago |
3 |
215 |
Victoria University of Wellington |
4 |
227 |
University of Canterbury |
5 |
266 |
University of Waikato |
6 |
287 |
Massey University |
7 |
356 |
Lincoln University |
8 |
442 |
Auckland University of Technology |
Study Intakes Of New Zealand
Certain universities may refer to intakes as semesters. New Zealand has two intakes:
Semester 1: February to June
Semester 2: July to November
New Zealand Study Visa Requirements
Before applying for a visa, ensure that you have the following New Zealand student visa requirements for Indian students ready:
- A valid passport
- Travel history documents
- Two passport-sized photographs
- University’s Letter of Acceptance verified by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority
- Important Academic transcripts like degrees, diplomas, and certificates
- Study Visa Application form that is duly filled
- Receipt of payment of Application Fees
- Receipt of payment of Tuition Fees
- Bank statements
- A letter from a sponsor promising to pay your living and accommodation costs.
- Scholarship certificates (if any)
- Police clearance certificate indicating spotless criminal record
- X-ray report to show that you do not have Tuberculosis
- The complete health examination report
- Letters of Work experience (if applicable)
- Statement of Purpose (SOP, if required)