Choose Australia if…
Post-study work visa of 2–3 years; Two main intakes (February and July).
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Australia vs New Zealand for Indian Students
A side-by-side comparison of studying in Australia and New Zealand: total cost in rupees, work during and after study, and long-term options.
- Australia: median ₹97 lakh
- New Zealand: median ₹55 lakh
- New Zealand cheaper by ≈ ₹42 lakh
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Australia or New Zealand: which is better for Indian students?
On our university data, New Zealand is cheaper: the median total cost is ₹55 lakh versus ₹97 lakh in Australia. After graduation, Australia offers subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD), while New Zealand offers post-study work visa of up to 3 years for eligible qualifications. The better choice depends on your course, budget and long-term plan.
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Australia vs New Zealand
- Median total cost
- Australia: ₹97 lakh · New Zealand: ₹55 lakh
- Duration
- Australia: 1.5–2 years (coursework) · New Zealand: 1–2 years
- Intakes
- Australia: February (Semester 1) · New Zealand: February and July
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Choose New Zealand if…
Post-study work visa of up to 3 years; Smaller classes and practical, industry-linked teaching.
Budget first
New Zealand is about ₹42 lakh cheaper at the median on our data.
Career first
Compare post-study work: Australia (Subclass 485: typically 2 years) and New Zealand (Post-study work visa of up to 3 years for eligible qualifications).
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On our data, New Zealand has the lower median total cost (₹55 lakh vs ₹97 lakh).
Australia: Subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD). New Zealand: Post-study work visa of up to 3 years for eligible qualifications.
Australia: 48 hours per fortnight during study periods. New Zealand: Up to 25 hours/week for eligible students.
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