Study abroad
The lowest IELTS threshold of the seven destinations, and all eight universities are public. The small scale means smaller classes and closer contact with lecturers.
Why here
IELTS 6.0 for most undergraduate programmes — half a band below the US, UK, Australia and Canada, which shortens the language roadmap by months.
All eight universities are state institutions and all sit in the world top 500, so there is no wide quality gap between your options.
A small student population means a high staff-to-student ratio, making it easier to ask questions and find research supervision.
The post-study work visa runs up to three years for bachelor's degrees and above.
Entry
These are the common thresholds for most programmes. Individual universities and departments may ask for more — the authoritative list is on the admissions page of the institution you are targeting.
Vietnamese students usually take a foundation year, or enter year one directly after a year of university at home.
IELTS 6.0 with no band below 5.5 for bachelor's programmes. Master's programmes require 6.5.
Proof of first-year tuition plus roughly 20,000 NZD of living costs, the figure published by Immigration New Zealand.
A medical examination at an approved clinic, and a police certificate if your course runs longer than two years.
Costs
The figures below are reference ranges as of the last update.
Language preparation
A 6.0 overall with a 5.5 floor is the most reachable threshold of the seven. From an intermediate start, six to nine months is usually enough.
Core grammar and academic vocabulary, plus familiarity with the test format. Target 5.0.
Even work across the four skills, lifting the weakest above the 5.5 floor. Target an even 5.5.
Mock tests and feedback to push the overall to 6.0 while holding the floor. Master's candidates carry on one more stage to 6.5.
The courses below prepare for the exact tests this country requires. A consultation will confirm your entry point once we have measured your current level.
Band 0.0 – 4.5
For complete beginners, or anyone rebuilding their English from the ground up before starting exam preparation.
What you study
For anyone new to TOEFL iBT who needs a base in academic English and some practice on the computer before joining an exam class.
What you study
Scholarships
A few awards currently open. The search page has full filters by study level, award type and language test.
Full scholarship · Full award: tuition, living allowance, airfare, insurance and an establishment allowance
A New Zealand Government scholarship for master's study, prioritising agriculture, renewable energy, public administration and disaster resilience. Recipients commit to returning home to work.
Partial scholarship · 5,000–20,000 NZD, one-off or renewable annually
All eight New Zealand universities run their own funds for first-year international students, assessed on high school results. Amounts and application routes vary by institution.
Process
Eight universities plus the vocational polytechnic sector. Weigh field and city before you commit.
Submit transcripts, language certificate and a motivation letter; receive a conditional offer and then meet its conditions.
Pay the first instalment so the institution issues the enrolment confirmation your visa file needs.
Apply online with the offer, financial evidence, medical results and travel insurance.
Find accommodation, book flights and attend orientation week.
A general checklist. A specific institution or visa category may require further documents.
Services
The centre handles the application work and the language preparation. Choosing the institution and the field of study stays with you.
10,000,000 NZD
25,000,000 NZD
FAQ
It is for most undergraduate programmes, provided no band falls below 5.5. Master's programmes and fields such as nursing or teaching ask for more.
Polytechnics are practical and vocational, with shorter and cheaper programmes, and many still qualify for the post-study work visa.
Tuition usually runs slightly below Australia; living costs in Auckland are comparable to Melbourne, while other cities are cheaper.
No. Immigration New Zealand decides. We help you assemble a complete file and submit it on time.
Book a consultation so we can review your current level, budget and timeline. We will tell you what your application is still missing and how long the language threshold is likely to take.
