StudyNZ · Aotearoa Field Guide
Universities, visas, living costs and post-study pathways, mapped with official sources and a practical student lens.
StudyNZ is an independent field guide for prospective international students, parents and counsellors. We track Immigration New Zealand, NZQA, Education New Zealand and university sources so decisions can be made from clear evidence, not marketing copy.
In-depth profiles of all 8 New Zealand universities plus Te Pūkenga
Program guides, NZQF levels, English requirements, and admissions
Fee Paying Student Visa, work rights, renewals, and compliance
Cost of living, accommodation, banking, healthcare, and transport
Post Study Work Visa, Green List, SMC 6-point system, and AEWV
Everything international students need to know about the Fee Paying Student Visa — eligibility, the application process, required documents, fees, and processing times for 2026.
How to transition from a Post Study Work Visa to an AEWV, job check requirements, and median wage thresholds.
Everything international students need to know about working on a New Zealand student visa in 2026 — the 20-hour limit, full-time holiday work, minimum wage rates, and visa conditions.
UNiDAYS, Student Card, transport concessions, and retail discounts available to tertiary students.
End-of-year tax assessments, why you might get a refund, and how to file online with myIR.
Canterbury's engineering heritage, modern campus, Christchurch living costs, and what international students gain from UC's industry-linked programmes in 2026.
Capital city university profile — Te Herenga Waka's law, humanities, and government proximity advantages, plus Wellington living costs for 2026.
New Zealand's newest university — practical focus, industry connections, and Auckland city campuses.
The two student visa routes for English study, the 30-week limit on English language study, how full-time and part-time contact hours are counted, the money you must prove, work rights while studying, and how to verify a provider is approved.
Domestic fees in New Zealand are a regulated category reserved for citizens and permanent residents, not a cheaper option for international students. How the annual fee cap works, why universities publish estimates, and how subject choice moves the number.
If you're planning to study in New Zealand, the first question on your budget sheet is usually: what will this actually cost? The short answer, based
AUT accepts Duolingo English Test for all qualifications. Read DET minimum scores by level, validity, alternative pathways, and the V3 Business School scholarship.
A practical New Zealand study guide to Albany Junior High School（奥尔巴尼中学）: school profile, Years 7–10 curriculum and ESOL support, international application steps, 2026 term dates, 2026 international tuition and homestay fees, and daily student life. Facts sourced from the school's official website on August 5, 2026.
Everything international students need to know about applying to the University of Auckland — entry requirements, deadlines, documents, English language tests, and what to expect after you submit your application.
Everything international students need to know about New Zealand's healthcare system: Studentsafe insurance, GP registration, hospital and emergency care, the ACC accident compensation scheme, and how to claim.
New Zealand offers a high standard of medical care, but the way international students access and pay for that care is different from what residents experience.
A study guide for families considering Kelburn Normal School in Wellington, New Zealand: what kind of school it is, the New Zealand curriculum and daily routine, international student entry requirements and documents, what the published fee information covers, accommodation and care rules, term dates and secondary school pathways. All facts from the school's official website, accessed 5 August 2026.
Practical ways to reduce or eliminate the cost of studying in New Zealand: fully funded scholarships, PhD domestic tuition policy, exchange programmes, and work-study strategies for 2026.
What to look for when choosing a New Zealand education agent: licensing, red flags, fees, and questions to ask. An independent, brand-neutral guide for international students.
Clarifying New Zealand's student visa age policy: there is no official upper age limit, but age factors can affect your application. Practical guidance for mature students in 2026.