MS in New Zealand - Fees, Colleges, Eligibility

A Master’s degree from New Zealand opens up numerous opportunities for students. There are around 12 universities in New Zealand that offer MS degrees. A few of the top-ranked MS universities in New Zealand include the University of Auckland, University of Otago, AUT, Massey University, etc. The tuition fee range to pursue an MS degree in New Zealand at the top-ranked universities is between INR 20 L - INR 40 L.

After completing their studies, students can stay in New Zealand to look for jobs. The post-work visa allows you to stay up to 3 years to seek work in New Zealand. As per the sources, the average salary for MS graduates in New Zealand is NZD 75,000 or INR 38 L per year. New Zealand is fast becoming a popular destination for Indian students seeking better options for higher education abroad. Check out everything about MS in New Zealand for Indian students.

Also Read: Student Guide to New Zealand

Masters in New Zealand Highlights 

The duration to study Master in New Zealand is between 1 year - 2 years for most of the universities. A few of the highlights for MS in New Zealand are given below: 

Factors	Particular/Statistics
Total number of Master’s colleges in New Zealand	10+
Master’s cost in New Zealand	Tuition fee: INR 20 L - INR 40 L (Top-Ranked Colleges) Living expenses: NZD 1,715.4 or INR 87,000.
Top Specializations	Computer Science Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Environmental Sciences
Entry Requirements	UG degree, GRE, GMAT, IELTS, TOEFL

Top MS in New Zealand Colleges 2025

QS World University Ranking is a globally recognized ranking platform, used as a trusted source by employers and students. The rankings done by QS are based on various factors like Employability, ROI, Career outcomes, Class and faculty diversity, and academic reputation. The top universities in New Zealand for master's are the University of Auckland, University of Canterbury, University of Otago, Massey University, AUT University, etc. The University of Auckland Stands at the top position, followed by University of Otago and Massey University. The table below includes the rankings of the best Masters in New Zealand universities:

Top universities for MS in New Zealand	QS World University Rankings 2025
The University of Auckland	#65
University of Otago	#197
Massey University	#230
Victoria University of Wellington	#240
University of Canterbury	#261
University of Waikato	#281
Lincoln University	#407
Auckland University of Technology (AUT)	#410

Also Check: Top-Ranked MS Universities in New Zealand

Popular MS Specializations for New Zealand

NEw Zealand is a home to many top universities which are famous for several types of specializations which are as per the recent industry-focus and students cna choose according to their interests and career goals. The in-demand MS in New Zealand specialization among international students is Computer Science Engineering, Mathematics, Environmental Sciences, Food & Nutrition, Computer Science, etc. The table below includes some popular specializatiosn of Masters in New Zealand in various sectors that are avilable for international students: 

Engineering and Technology	Business and Management	Computer Science and IT	Health Sciences and Medicines	Agriculture and Environmental Sciences	Creative Arts and Design
Civil	MBA	Data Science	Nursing	Agriculture	Film
Mechanical	Management	Artificial Intelligence	Psychology	Horticulture	Animation
Electrical	Finance	Cybersecurity	Medicine	Viticulture	Game Design
Sustainability-focused domains	Economics	Cloud Computing	Dentistry	Environmental Science	Visual Arts

(above data is taken from various sources)

MS in New Zealand Fees 

In this section, we will discuss the MS in New Zealand cost in Indian rupees: 

Tuition Fee

The top-ranked MS in New Zealand Universities have tuition fees between INR 20 L - INR 40 L. Check the tuition fee as per the different Masters in New Zealand Universities given below: 

University	1st-Year Tuition Fee
University of Auckland	INR 23.8 L - INR 42.72 L
University of Canterbury	INR 30.55 L
University of Otago	INR 18.22 L - INR 23.88 L
Victoria University of Wellington	INR 32.1 L
Massey University	INR 20.88 L - INR 22.74 L
AUT University	INR 24.21 L

Living Cost: The Cost of Living in New Zealand will depend upon your lifestyle. Still, you can expect your monthly living expenses to be in the range of NZD 1,715.4 or INR 87,000. 

New Zealand Student Visa Cost

The students who are submitting their student visa application to study in New Zealand are required to pay a base Visa fee of NZD 375. This amount is approximately INR 19,200. Those who are applying for the Student Visa online from New Delhi are required to pay NZD 430 which is INR 22,000 (approximately). As per an update on New Zealand Student Visa, students can stay up to 4 years in New Zealand. The processing time of student visa application is 6 weeks. 

Master’s in New Zealand Requirements

Requirement criteria differ by the course and the college you choose to study. But, the general Master's in New Zealand requirements are given below: 

• Application form
• GRE/GMAT
• Academic transcripts, or school reports and exam results
• IELTS/TOEFL score
• Interview

Work Permit After Master’s in New Zealand

After graduation, you can apply for a visa to work in New Zealand. As per a recent update, now an international student can stay up to 3 years in New Zealand after the completion of studies to find a job. But, there are certain other Post-Study Work Permit criteria that students have to meet. Check the details about Post Study Work Permit in New Zealand from here. 

Master’s scholarships for New Zealand

Studying in New Zealand can be a little costlier, but this should not discourage you from achieving your dreams. There are several scholarships available for international students. Some scholarships are provided by the university themselves. Please visit our website for more comprehensive information about the scholarships.

MS in New Zealand Average Salary

The average salary for MS in New Zealand graduates is NZ $75,000. This is equivalent to INR 38 L. The jobs by salary are given below: 

Job Title	Average Salary
Environmental Scientist	NZ$ 63,437 (INR 32 L)
Project Manager	NZ$ 100,240 (INR 51 L)
Data Scientist	NZ$ 80,139 (INR 41 L)
Ecologist	NZ$ 61,491 (INR 31 L)
Operations Manager	NZ$ 88,704 (INR 45 L)

(Source: Payscale.com)

Shreya Basu08-22-2025 17:51