You must have appropriate and current medical and travel insurance while you're studying in New Zealand (a requirement of the Ministry of Education's Code of Practice). Student permit holders are generally not eligible for publicly funded health and disability services. An average medical insurance cover for a single student would cost approximately NZ$500-600 per year.

The living expenses and tuition costs in New Zealand are considerably less expensive than the United Kingdom (UK), the United States of America (USA) and Australia.

The average international student in NZ spends about $8000 to $10000per year on accommodation, food, clothing, entertainment, transport, international and domestic travel, and telephone and incidental costs. But this may vary with individual, location, course and lifestyle. To be granted a student visa in NZ you must show that you have enough money to pay for living expenses, education costs and travel for the duration of the course. You can start to work part-time after you have commenced your studies in NZ, but the money you earn should not be used as your only source of income.

Tuition Fees (NZ $) As an international student, you must pay your tuition fees up-front. Aside from tuition fees, some institutions may also charge for other student costs, such as library, laboratory or sports facility costs. Excursions, books and stationery are other costs to consider, and your course may also require specific essential materials, such as lab coats or photographic supplies. Your institution will provide you with information on how and when to pay your tuition fees.

The tuition fees is different for different universities and colleges and varies with courses. We have listed a few courses with the approximate range of annual tuition fees.

For more specific details, please contact the respective university and college.

• English Language Course >> NZ $ 320 - NZ $ 400 Per Week
• Secondary School >> NZ $ 8,000 - NZ $ 10,500 per year
• Diploma and Certificate courses >> NZ $ 10,000 - NZ $ 15,000 per year

Undergraduate Courses

• Arts / Humanities / Social Sciences >> NZ $ 10,000 - $ 12,000 per year
• Commerce / Administration / Management >> NZ $ 10,000 - $ 12,500 per year
• Computing & Mathematical Sciences >> NZ $ 13,000 - $ 15,000 per year
• Engineering >> NZ $ 16,000 - $ 17,500 per year
• Science / Science Technology >> NZ $ 14,000 - $ 16,000 per year
• Technology >> NZ $ 14,000 - $ 18,000 per year

Postgraduate Courses

• Arts / Humanities / Social Sciences >> NZ $ 14,000 - $ 16,000 per year
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) >> NZ $ 18,000 - $ 24,000 per year

Cost Of Living

To gain a Student Visa or Permit we want to see that you're able to meet your living costs during your stay.

Evidence may include

• Sufficient funds held in New Zealand by you, or on your behalf or
• An undertaking by another person to cover your accommodation and living costs

We'll want to see the above evidences before you leave for New Zealand or

• An undertaking by a New Zealand sponsor to cover your accommodation and living costs or
• Financial assistance available to you under aid program operated in New Zealand by a government agency

If you're taking a course lasting less than nine months, you'll need to show us you have access to

• NZ $1000 for each month of your stay or
• NZ $400 for each month, if your accommodation is already paid for. You'll need to show us that you've paid or
• A letter from your education provider that your accommodation and other living costs are included in the package you've already paid for

If you're taking a course that's longer than nine months, you'll need to show us you have access to

• NZ $ 10,000 per year to cover your costs during your stay in New Zealand or

Evidence of funds can be

• Cash
• Travelers cheques
• Bank drafts
• A recognized credit card with sufficient available credit.

The approximate annual living expenses are about NZ $ 10,000 - 12,000, which includes accommodation as well as other daily expenses. However, the expenses are different for different people depending on the lifestyles and this is just a rough idea.

New Zealand has the lowest cost of living among most developed countries.

Note:The approximate currency exchange rate is: 1 New Zealand Dollar =Indian Rupees 31

Approxuimate Initial Expense In Newzealand Education

First year tuition fee?
Minimum living expenses :NZ$ 2000/- (This will cover 3 to 4 months living expense of the student in new Zealand and it may vary based on life style.)

Air fare- Rs. 30,000 to 35,000/-

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