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Study in New Zealand from Bangladesh
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Studying in New Zealand from Bangladesh typically costs NZD 22,000–NZD 40,000 a year in tuition, with living costs around NZD 20,000 a year. All eight of the country's universities appear in global rankings. Graduates of eligible qualifications can apply for a post-study work visa of up to three years.
Tuition
NZD 22,000–NZD 40,000 per year for most undergraduate and Master's programmes
Living costs
Around NZD 20,000 per year - this is also roughly the figure Immigration New Zealand expects you to show
Intakes
February (main) and July; some programmes add a third intake
After graduating
Post Study Work Visa - up to 3 years, depending on the level and length of your qualification
Why Bangladeshi students choose New Zealand
New Zealand is small enough that quality is consistent - all eight universities are internationally ranked, so there is no weak tier to avoid. It also runs one of the more transparent post-study work systems: the length of the visa follows the level and length of your qualification, published in advance, rather than depending on finding an employer first.
- ›All eight universities appear in international rankings - quality is consistent across the system
- ›Post-study work visa of up to three years for eligible qualifications
- ›Partners of some postgraduate students can apply for an open work visa
- ›Small international student population means more contact with academic staff
Cost of studying in New Zealand
| Tuition | NZD 22,000–NZD 40,000 per year for most undergraduate and Master's programmes |
|---|---|
| Living costs | Around NZD 20,000 per year - this is also roughly the figure Immigration New Zealand expects you to show |
| Currency | NZD ($) |
| Work while studying | Up to 25 hours per week during term and full time during scheduled holidays for eligible students, raised from 20 hours in November 2025 |
Figures are indicative and move with exchange rates and policy. Confirm current amounts on Immigration New Zealand - Study visas before you budget or transfer funds.
Entry requirements
Academic
HSC for undergraduate, sometimes with a foundation year; a Bachelor's for Master's. Genuine intent is assessed closely in the visa decision.
English language
IELTS 6.0 for undergraduate and 6.5 for postgraduate is the common requirement; PTE and TOEFL are accepted.
No IELTS score yet? There are recognised alternatives - see which ones count, and where they don't.
Fee Paying Student Visa: step by step
- 1 Receive an Offer of Place from an approved education provider
- 2 Pay tuition and receive the receipt required for the visa application
- 3 Show funds for living costs and evidence of onward travel
- 4 Complete the online application with medical and police certificates
- 5 Provide biometrics at the visa application centre serving Bangladesh
Official guidance: Immigration New Zealand - Study visas
Hoping to bring your husband or wife with you? Dependant rules differ by country, by course level and by year, so this is worth checking before you apply rather than after. See our spouse & dependant visa support.
Scholarships
- ›Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships - government funded, for eligible developing countries
- ›University international excellence scholarships, awarded on academic merit
Universities we work with in New Zealand
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study in New Zealand from Bangladesh?
Tuition typically runs NZD 22,000–NZD 40,000 a year, and Immigration New Zealand expects you to show around NZD 20,000 for annual living costs. Confirm the current living-cost figure on the official site, as it is reviewed periodically.
How long can I work after studying in New Zealand?
The Post Study Work Visa runs up to three years, and the length depends on the level and duration of your qualification rather than on finding an employer first. Postgraduate qualifications generally attract the longer entitlements.
Can I work while studying in New Zealand?
Most students on a Fee Paying Student Visa can work up to 20 hours a week during term and full time during scheduled holidays. Your visa conditions state your exact entitlement - check them rather than assuming the general rule applies.
Are New Zealand universities well ranked?
All eight universities appear in international rankings, which is unusual and means there is no weak tier to steer around. The choice comes down to programme, location and cost rather than institutional quality.
What does "genuine intent" mean in a New Zealand visa decision?
The officer assesses whether you genuinely intend to study rather than to migrate by another route. A course that follows sensibly from your previous study, funding that is clearly explained, and consistent answers all support this. An unexplained jump in field or a long unexplained study gap invites more scrutiny.
