NZD 35,000 to 55,000 per year
Indicative range; Auckland’s BSc is NZD 47,221 to 58,009
After HSC, check whether you can enter directly or need a foundation programme, and confirm subject prerequisites.
Study in New Zealand from Bangladesh
Tuition, living funds, the student visa and health checks, scholarships and work rights, checked against Immigration New Zealand and Study with New Zealand.
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About New Zealand: highlights
New Zealand offers open post-study work rights and, since November 2025, up to 25 hours of work a week while studying. It is a smaller destination for Bangladeshi students, so plan your funding evidence carefully and expect a chest X-ray as part of the visa.
- Rough annual budget: about NZD 55,000 to 80,000 a year, combining typical bachelor’s tuition of NZD 35,000 to 55,000 with living costs of NZD 20,000 to 27,000.
- Money to show: NZD 20,000 a year for living costs (or NZD 1,667 a month for shorter courses), plus your tuition and a return airfare.
- Visa cost: NZD 850 in total for the fee-paying student visa.
- Work while studying: up to 25 hours a week if your visa allows it, and full time in scheduled breaks.
- After graduation: a Post-Study Work Visa of 1 to 3 years, with 3 years after a bachelor’s degree or higher, for almost any employer.
- Health check: Bangladesh is not a low-TB country, so you need a chest X-ray certificate less than 3 months old.
Key facts about New Zealand
Studying in New Zealand
3 yearsTypical bachelor’s degree
1 to 2 yearsTypical master’s degree
25 hrs/weekWork allowed in term
Up to 3 yearsPost-Study Work Visa
Country stats
WellingtonCapital
New Zealand dollar (NZD)Currency
EnglishTeaching language
6 to 7 hoursNew Zealand is ahead of Dhaka time
Weather and community
About 23°CAuckland in January (summer)
About 11°CAuckland in July (winter)
About 3,550Bangladeshis in the 2023 census
AucklandMain community, also Christchurch and Wellington
Why study in New Zealand?
Open post-study work
- Up to 3 years with almost any employer.
- Not tied to your field of study.
More work hours
- Up to 25 hours a week since November 2025.
- Full time during scheduled breaks.
Affordable PhDs
- International PhD students pay about NZD 6,500 to 7,500 a year.
- That is far below most other destinations.
Cost of studying in New Zealand
Your total cost has three parts: tuition, living costs, and upfront visa and health costs. Tuition depends on the subject, so use the provider’s published international fee.
Annual tuition by study level
NZD 20,000 to 45,000
Indicative range; check the fee period on the course
Compare subject match, grades, work experience and whether the course is taught or research based.
About NZD 6,500 to 7,500 per year
International PhD students usually pay domestic-level fees
Find a supervisor and project first, then check university doctoral scholarships for living costs.
Upfront and living costs
What Bangladeshi applicants plan for, from Immigration New Zealand and Study with New Zealand.
| Cost | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Living funds to show | NZD 20,000 per year | Or NZD 1,667 a month for courses under 12 months |
| Real living costs | NZD 20,000 to 27,000/year | At selected universities; Auckland rent is highest |
| Student visa | NZD 850 | Single combined fee since January 2026 |
| Chest X-ray certificate | Clinic fee | From an approved panel physician; under 3 months old |
| Return airfare | Ticket or funds | Evidence you can leave at the end of your study |
| IELTS Academic | ৳31,100 | Computer-delivered price in Bangladesh |
Immigration New Zealand flags large or unexplained deposits as a common refusal reason. Keep 3 to 6 months of steady bank statements.
Calculate your New Zealand study cost
Universities in New Zealand
Researched starting points, not a complete list or a ranking. Check the exact programme and intake on the university’s own website.
University of Auckland
City and Grafton campuses- Example course
- Bachelor of Science, 3 years
- Tuition
- NZD 47,221 to 58,009 a year
- 2027 starts
- 1 March or 19 July
Study with New Zealand
Official government portal- Run by
- Education New Zealand
- Use it for
- Finding providers and courses
- Also covers
- Costs and planning steps
New Zealand funding for Bangladeshi students
The government’s Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships do not currently list Bangladesh as eligible, so most funding comes from universities.
International Student Excellence Scholarship
University of Auckland
- Covers
- 25% of one year’s tuition
- Offer by
- 20 Oct 2026
- Level
- Master’s
- Form due
- 4 Nov 2026
For new international master’s students starting in Semester One or Quarter Two 2027. Eligible students are invited to apply on 21 October.
View on official site ↗PhD at domestic fees
New Zealand universities
- Covers
- Fees near NZD 6,500 to 7,500
- Deadline
- Set by each university
- Level
- PhD
- Extra
- University doctoral scholarships
International PhD students generally pay the same fees as local students, and many universities offer doctoral scholarships for living costs.
View on official site ↗New Zealand student visa from Bangladesh
You apply online to Immigration New Zealand after receiving an offer of place. Because Bangladesh is not a low-TB country, a chest X-ray is required whatever the length of your course.
NZD 850Student visa fee
NZD 20,000Living funds to show per year
25 hrs/weekWork allowed in term
Under 3 monthsAge of your chest X-ray certificate
OnlineApplication through Immigration NZ
1 to 3 yearsPost-Study Work Visa
Documents required
Document checklist
- Valid passport
- Offer of placeFrom an approved education provider
- Tuition evidenceFees paid or funds to pay them
- Living fundsNZD 20,000 a year, with 3 to 6 months of statements
- Onward travelA return ticket or funds for one
- Chest X-ray certificateFrom an approved panel physician
- Medical examinationIf Immigration NZ asks for one
- Police certificateOnly if staying 24 months or longer
Step by step from Bangladesh
- Get your offer of place
Accept your offer and check the course start date and fee schedule.
- Pay or arrange tuition
Show that your tuition is paid or that you have funds to pay it.
- Gather your funding evidence
NZD 20,000 a year for living costs, with steady statements that explain the source of every large deposit.
- Get your chest X-ray
Use an approved panel physician; the certificate must be less than 3 months old when you apply.
- Apply online and pay NZD 850
Lodge the fee-paying student visa application with Immigration New Zealand.
- Answer any requests quickly
Immigration NZ may ask for a medical examination or more financial documents.
- Receive your decision
Apply several months before your intake to leave room for delays in busy seasons.
- Travel and enrol
Arrive before your course starts and keep your visa conditions in mind when you take a job.
Work during and after your studies
25 hrs/weekIn term, if your visa allows
Full timeDuring scheduled breaks
NZD 23.95/hourMinimum wage from April 2026
While you study
The limit rose from 20 to 25 hours in November 2025, so older guides may be out of date. Research master’s and PhD students often have different, less restricted conditions; check your own visa.
After you graduate
The Post-Study Work Visa gives 1 to 3 years depending on your qualification, with 3 years after a bachelor’s or higher. You apply online after finishing and can work for almost any employer in almost any role.
New Zealand intakes and deadlines
Main intake
Semester One (late February / March)
The most courses and scholarships. Auckland’s 2027 Semester One starts on 1 March.
Second intake
Semester Two (July)
Widely available at universities. Auckland’s 2027 Semester Two starts on 19 July.
Your preparation timeline
- 18 to 12 months before: Research courses, eligibility, funding and scholarship deadlines.
- 12 to 9 months before: Prepare language tests, transcripts, references and your shortlist.
- 9 to 6 months before: Submit applications by each programme’s actual deadline.
- 6 to 3 months before: Meet offer conditions, arrange funding and prepare visa documents.
- 3 to 1 months before: Apply for the visa and plan accommodation and arrival.
Keep these dates separate
A course start date, a scholarship deadline and your visa lodgement are separate dates. Auckland’s excellence scholarship needs an offer by 20 October 2026 for a 2027 start.
English tests and exams
Most university degrees ask for IELTS Academic 6.0 to 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5 to 6.0. Nursing, teaching and law often set higher scores linked to professional registration.
For admission
Auckland’s Bachelor of Science, for example, uses a baseline of IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each band. Check your own programme’s policy.
Professional subjects
A professional body’s English requirement can differ from the university’s general requirement. Check both before booking a test.
Tests commonly accepted in New Zealand
IELTS AcademicTOEFL iBTPTE AcademicCambridge C1 Advanced
Study in New Zealand: FAQs
Can Bangladeshi students get a Manaaki scholarship?
Not currently. Bangladesh is not on the Manaaki eligible country list, so look at university scholarships instead.
How much money do I need to show?
NZD 20,000 a year for living costs (NZD 1,667 a month for shorter courses), plus tuition and a return airfare.
Do I need a chest X-ray?
Yes. Applicants from countries without a low incidence of TB, including Bangladesh, need a chest X-ray certificate less than 3 months old.
How many hours can I work?
Up to 25 hours a week in term if your visa allows, and full time in scheduled breaks. The limit was 20 hours before November 2025.
How long is the post-study work visa?
1 to 3 years depending on your qualification, with 3 years after a bachelor’s degree or higher.
What does the student visa cost?
NZD 850 in total since January 2026.
Why are applications refused?
Immigration New Zealand highlights large or unexplained bank deposits as a common reason. Document the source of every significant deposit.
Can I study in New Zealand after HSC?
Yes, though some universities ask for a foundation programme first. Check the entry requirements for your exact course.
Guides to help you apply
Official sources
- Immigration NZ: fee-paying student visa ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Immigration NZ: Post-Study Work Visa ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Immigration NZ: X-ray and medical rules ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Study with New Zealand: planning steps ↗Checked 2026-09-26 · next review 2026-10-26
- Study with New Zealand: costs ↗Checked 2026-09-26 · next review 2026-10-26
- Manaaki: eligible countries ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Auckland: Excellence Scholarship ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- IDP Bangladesh: IELTS fees ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
These are dated editorial checks, not a live data feed. Recheck the original page before applying or paying.
About this guide. Researched by the Student Visa From Bangladesh editorial team from the official sources above and last checked on 29 September 2026. We are not a university or a government agency, and admission and visa outcomes are never guaranteed. Read our editorial policy.