Overview of New Zealand for Pakistani Students

Today, New Zealand gives a high level of education with considerable establishments, for instance, the University of Auckland and the University of Otago. Currently, the country’s programs can be grouped into several fields covering tuition fees between 22000NZD and 32000NZD per year. Being part of New Zealand with its stunning sceneries, excellent standard of living, and welcoming population engulfs the students from Pakistan.

Best Cities to Study	Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch
Currency	New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
1 NZD	≈ 150 PKR
Average Tuition Fees	22,000-32,000 NZD/year
Degree Acceptance	Globally recognized
Average Hostel Fee	500-800 NZD/month
Living Costs	1,000-1,400 NZD/month
Application Process Time	4-6 weeks
Intakes for Admissions	February, July
Admission without IELTS	Possible in some universities
Study Visa Process Time	4-6 weeks
Visa Ratio	High
Application Fee	50-100 NZD
Schengen Country	No
Study in English	Yes
Work Allowed During Studies	Yes, up to 20 hours per week

Affordable Tuition: Relative to many other European countries, a lower tuition fees are being charged.

Beautiful Environment: Explore New Zealand’s vibrant and diverse culture.

European Integration: The degree is recognized across Europe makes students more employable all over the world.

English-Taught Programs: A large number of programs are offered in English which alleviates the situation of the students from Pakistan.

University	Bachelor’s Program	Master’s Program	Postgraduate (PG) Program
University of Waikato	20,000 NZD/year	25,000 NZD/year	30,000 NZD/year
	12.4 Lac PKR/year	15.5 Lac PKR/year	18.6 Lac PKR/year
Auckland University of Technology	22,000 NZD/year	27,000 NZD/year	32,000 NZD/year
	13.6 Lac PKR/year	16.8 Lac PKR/year	20.4 Lac PKR/year
University of Otago	23,000 NZD/year	28,000 NZD/year	33,000 NZD/year
	14.2 Lac PKR/year	17.4 Lac PKR/year	20.7 Lac PKR/year
Victoria University of Wellington	24,000 NZD/year	29,000 NZD/year	34,000 NZD/year
	14.9 Lac PKR/year	18.1 Lac PKR/year	22 Lac PKR/year
University of Auckland	25,000 NZD/year	30,000 NZD/year	35,000 NZD/year
	15.5 Lac PKR/year	18.6 Lac PKR/year	21.7 Lac PKR/year

*University*	Program Type	Offered Programs	Duration
University of Waikato	Bachelor’s	Management, Computer Science, Engineering, Social Sciences	3 years
	Master’s	Management, International Business, Computer Science, Environmental Science	1 year
	Postgraduate (PG)	Data Analytics, Global Management, Marketing	1 year
Auckland University of Technology	Bachelor’s	Business, Health Science, Engineering, Information Technology	3 years
	Master’s	Public Health, Business Analytics, Engineering, Management	1 year
	Postgraduate (PG)	Human Resource Management, Applied Finance	1 year
University of Otago	Bachelor’s	Medicine, Science, Business, Humanities, Law	3 years
	Master’s	Applied Science, Health Management, Business Administration	1 year
	Postgraduate (PG)	Environmental Management, Public Health	1 year
Victoria University of Wellington	Bachelor’s	Design, Engineering, Humanities, Social Sciences	3 years
	Master’s	International Relations, Engineering, Business, Public Policy	1 year
	Postgraduate (PG)	Creative Writing, Development Studies, Environmental Policy	1 year
University of Auckland	Bachelor’s	Business, Law, Arts, Engineering, Science	3 years
	Master’s	Business Administration, Engineering, Education, Health	1 year

Scholarship Name	Description	Eligibility	How to Apply	Application Deadline
New Zealand Government Scholarships	Fully funded scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate study.	Pakistani students with excellent academic records.	Apply through the New Zealand Government’s scholarship portal; provide academic records and proof of financial need.	Varies by year.
University-specific Scholarships	Scholarships offered by New Zealand universities.	Depends on the university’s criteria.	Check individual university websites for application procedures and deadlines.	Varies by university.
New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships	Funding for doctoral research students.	Pakistani students pursuing a PhD in New Zealand.	Apply through participating universities; submit a research proposal and academic records.	Varies by year.
Erasmus+ Scholarships	EU-funded scholarships for study in New Zealand.	Open to students from partner countries, including Pakistan.	Apply through the Erasmus+ program via your home institution or directly.	Varies by program.
Fulbright New Zealand Scholarships	Funding for postgraduate study.	Highly competitive; based on academic and leadership potential.	Apply through the Fulbright Commission in New Zealand; provide academic records, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement.	Varies by year.

Choose a University and Program:
1. Some of the research universities and programs include:
2. Check entry requirements and the dates on when internationals students are expected to arrive.
Prepare Your Documents:
1. Academic transcripts
2. Personal statement

Letters of recommendation

language proficiency of the English language (if necessary)
CV/Resume

Submit Your Application:
1. By personal submission on the university’s Online Application platform, or New Zealand’s Higher Education Commission online application platform.
Receive an Offer:
1. Conditional or unconditional offer based on the students academic achivement.
Accept the Offer:
1. Go to the specific university portal to accept your offer.
Apply for a Student Visa:
1. Gather required documents: offer letter, proof of financial means, and passport.
2. To get a student visa one has to complete an online form through the New Zealand’s Visa Application Centre.
Arrange Accommodation:
1. Rent a house either through the university or acquire a personal house.
Prepare for Arrival:
1. Complete the travel arrangements and make sure you have the papers for entering the country.

Gather Required Documents:

- Acceptance letter from a New Zealand university.
- Proof of financial means.
- Academic transcripts and certificates.
- Valid passport.
- Proof of health insurance.

Apply Online:

- Complete the student visa application through the Immigration New Zealand website.

Pay the Visa Fee:

- Pay the visa application fee.

Book an Appointment:

- Book an appointment at a VFS Global Visa Application Centre for biometric data.

Attend the Appointment:

- Submit biometric data and supporting documents at the VFS center.

Wait for Decision:

- Await processing of your application.

Receive Your Visa:

- Collect your student visa from the VFS center once approved.

Embassy:High Commission of New Zealand, Islamabad

- Address: 1st Floor, Serena Business Complex, Islamabad, Pakistan
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Consulate:New Zealand Consulate-General, Karachi

- Address: 15th Floor, The Executive Tower, Karachi, Pakistan
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

VFS Location:

- VFS Global Visa Application Centre, Islamabad
- Address: 4th Floor, Building 2, Plot 36, Islamabad, Pakistan
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

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Part-Time Work: Students can work up to 20 hours per week during term time and full-time during holidays.
On-Campus Jobs: Library assistants, research assistants, and administrative roles.
Off-Campus Jobs: Positions in retail, hospitality, and service sectors.
Internships: Available through university career services and local business partnerships.

Popular Job Portals:

Seek NZ
Trade Me Jobs

Work Visa Post-Graduation:

Post-Study Work Visa: Allows graduates to stay and work in New Zealand for up to 3 years depending on the qualification.

Category	Cost Range	Cost in PKR
Accommodation (University Halls)	NZD 800 – NZD 1,500 per month	2.5 – 4.7 lac PKR
Accommodation (Private Rentals)	NZD 1,000 – NZD 2,000 per month	3.1 – 9.4 lac PKR
Food	NZD 250 – NZD 400 per month	0.8 – 1.2 lac PKR
Transport	NZD 100 – NZD 150 per month	0.3 – 0.5 lac PKR
Other Expenses	NZD 150 – NZD 300 per month	0.5 – 0.9 lac PKR
Total Estimated Monthly Cost	NZD 1,500 – NZD 3,350 per month	4.7 – 10.5 lac PKR