Why Is the New Zealand a Dream Destination for Many International Students?

World-Class Education

New Zealand’s top-ranking universities offer modern learning, innovative teaching, and hands-on experience, ensuring a strong career foundation. All its universities rank in the top 1%–3% globally (QS World University Rankings).

Safe and Inclusive Environment

New Zealand, ranked among the world’s top 10 safest countries, offers a high quality of life and a welcoming multicultural community, helping international students feel at home.

Work Opportunities While Studying – Financial Support & Experience Building

International students in New Zealand are allowed to work up to 20 hours per week during their studies and full-time during holiday breaks. This not only provides financial support for living expenses but also helps students gain practical experience, enhance their work skills, and expand their professional network in an international environment.

Comprehensive Student Support

New Zealand provides scholarships, career counseling, and settlement assistance, with 90% of students valuing services like academic guidance, visa support, and healthcare (Education New Zealand).

Career & Immigration Opportunities

New Zealand’s post-study work visa offers a smooth transition to employment and residency. Around 70% of international graduates in key fields secure work visas, unlocking career and immigration prospects.

Post-Graduation Work Opportunities – A Stepping Stone for a Long-Term Career

After graduation, international students in New Zealand are eligible for a Post-Study Work Visa, allowing them to stay and work for 2 to 3 years, depending on their program. This is a great opportunity to gain work experience in an international environment, enhance professional skills, and expand career networks.

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New Zealand Transfer Pathway at SBS

STAGE 1 – STUDYING IN VIETNAM

Optimize costs by up to 50% with the New Zealand Transfer Program at SBS – the perfect journey for students to experience an international learning environment in Vietnam, laying a solid foundation for success in New Zealand’s advanced education system.

STAGE 2 – STUDYING IN NEW ZEALAND

Seamlessly transfer to top-ranked universities in New Zealand, recognized among the top 1% worldwide. Beyond its exceptional quality of life, New Zealand offers international students exclusive benefits, including outstanding career opportunities, post-graduation work options, and clear pathways to residency.

Why Choose the New Zealand Transfer Program at SBS?

Save up to 50% in costs compared to traditional study abroad programs: The New Zealand Transfer Program at SBS offers international students both time efficiency and financial savings of up to 50%.

A Diverse Student Community: As the most diverse international student community in Vietnam, SBS takes pride in being a transfer hub for students from over 10 countries, including France, Finland, Singapore, the Philippines, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Nigeria, Cameroon, Ghana, and more.

Program quality accredited by top 1% global universities: The curriculum, exams, assessments, and evaluations follow strict quality assurance processes, recognized by universities ranked in the top 1% worldwide.

International learning environment: With a vibrant and multicultural student community, SBS provides an international experience similar to New Zealand universities right in Vietnam.

Equipping students with essential tools for a successful transfer: Providing guidance on essential preparations for studying abroad, including visa applications, documentation, financial planning, accommodation, and vital life skills.

Personalized university selection support: SBS provides dedicated advisory teams and trusted partners with over 20 years of experience, ensuring students gain in-depth insights into their chosen universities in New Zealand.

SBS Transfer Partners in New Zealand

University of Otago

INFORMATION DETAILS
Year established 1869
Location Dunedin City
Notable rankings
  • The University of Otago is among the top 1% of global higher education institutions and ranks as one of New Zealand's top 2 universities, positioned at 214 in the QS World University Rankings.
  • The University of Otago has received the highest rating - 5 Stars Plus - in the QS Stars global university rating system.
  • The only New Zealand university ranked in the top 20 for specific subjects in the QS World University Subject Rankings.
Campuses 5 campuses: Dunedin, Auckland, Christchurch, Invercargill, Wellington
Intake periods February, July
Program at SBS Business Administration
Partner university program Bachelor of Commerce
Pathway program 2 years at SBS + 2 years at University of Otago
Tuition fees in New Zealand $40,272 NZD/year (2025)
Scholarship SBS student scholarship worth 10,000 NZD
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Pacific International Hotel Management School (PIHMS)

INFORMATION DETAILS
Year established 1995
Location New Plymouth City – North Island, New Zealand
Notable rankings
  • PIHMS is awarded the highest quality standard "Category 1" by New Zealand's quality assurance body NZQA.
  • Ranked as the No. 1 hotel management school in New Zealand.
  • The only school that uses an operational hotel as its training facility, where students live, study, and practice hospitality skills in a real hotel environment.
Campus New Plymouth campus
Intake periods January, July
Program at SBS Hotel Management
Partner university program Bachelor of Hotel Management
Pathway program 1 year at SBS + 2 years at PIHMS
Tuition fees in New Zealand
  • Year 2: $22,105 (2025)
  • Year 3: $31,030 (2025)
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REFERENCE LIVING COSTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS IN NEW ZEALAND

Here is the estimated cost of living for an international student in New Zealand in 2025, calculated based on the recent exchange rate (approximately 1 NZD ≈ 0.65 USD). These figures are for reference only and may vary depending on lifestyle, location, and individual needs.

Total

1.541 – 2.399 (USD/month)

Category Cost (NZD/month) Cost (USD/month)
Accommodation 1.000 – 1.400 600 – 840
Food 320 – 480 192 – 288
Transport 148 89
Electricity, water, internet 200 – 300 120 – 180
Entertainment, social activities 220 132
Total 2.568 – 3.998 1.541 – 2.399

Note:

  • Accommodation: Costs vary depending on whether students choose shared housing or university dormitories.
  • Food and transportation: Expenses may fluctuate based on lifestyle and study location.
  • Costs may vary depending on the city, lifestyle, and actual exchange rates.

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