University of Otago

We have not yet researched this university's admission pages, so we will not guess its deadlines or fees. Start from its official website and look for “international admissions”. The general process for New Zealand — exams, application platform, visa and costs — is in the New Zealand guide.

New Zealand offers small class sizes, safe cities, and a Post-Study Work Visa that is being expanded to cover more qualification levels from late 2026. Indian students go for a lower-pressure application system and a realistic path to a few years of post-study work, though the country has far fewer world-ranked universities to choose from than the US, UK, Canada or Australia.

Visa

Fee Paying Student Visa — NZD 850 · about ₹46,196

Work while studying

Up to 25 hours a week while studying, full-time during scheduled holidays (conditions vary by visa/course level) - Immigration New Zealand.

After graduating

Post-Study Work Visa: up to 3 years depending on qualification level and study duration; apply within 3 months of the student visa expiring (6 months for doctoral graduates, 12 months in specific circumstances); requires at least NZD 5,000 for living expenses. From 16 November 2026, eligibility is being expanded to include NZQF level 7 graduate diploma graduates (if studied full-time in NZ) and bachelor's degree holders (including some completed overseas) - a significant broadening versus earlier, more restrictive rules.

Full New Zealand guide — timeline, costs, visa steps →