New Zealand
Auckland, New Zealand · QS #65 | New Zealand #1 | Auckland
University of Auckland
New Zealand · Auckland, New Zealand · QS #65 | New Zealand #1 | Auckland
Overview
University of Auckland — New Zealand (2026-27)
The University of Auckland is New Zealand's #1 ranked university (QS #65 globally) and is consistently ranked among the world's top 100. Located in Auckland — New Zealand's largest city and financial capital — it is the first choice for international students in NZ, particularly Indian students targeting Engineering, Computer Science, Business, and Health Sciences programmes with the New Zealand post-study work visa and Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) PR pathway.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Location | Auckland, New Zealand |
| Established | 1883 |
| QS 2026-27 | #65 globally | NZ #1 |
| Medium | English |
| Indian Students | 3,000+ enrolled |
Popular Programmes for Indian Students
- BE(Hons) / ME Engineering — Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, Chemical. Engineering NZ accredited. 4-year undergrad or 2-year Masters.
- Bachelor/Master of Commerce — Auckland Business School. Finance, Accounting, Marketing.
- Bachelor of Computer Science / Master of IT — Auckland's growing tech sector (Xero, Spark Digital, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare).
Fee Structure
| Programme | Annual Tuition (NZD) |
|---|---|
| BE(Hons) Engineering (4 yrs) | NZD 35,000–42,000/yr |
| ME Engineering (2 yrs) | NZD 33,000–40,000/yr |
| BCom / MCom | NZD 30,000–38,000/yr |
| BCS / MIT | NZD 28,000–36,000/yr |
Post-Study Work & PR
Auckland Engineering, CS, and Nursing graduates receive the Post-Study Work Visa (up to 3 years) and are highly competitive under New Zealand's Skilled Migrant Category (SMC) for PR.
Eligibility
Undergrad: Class 12 75%+ equivalent. IELTS 6.0–6.5. Masters: Bachelor's 65%+ CGPA. IELTS 6.5.
Admission Process
- VedKris Edu counselling.
- Apply via University of Auckland international portal.
- Offer letter. Pay deposit (NZD 2,000–3,000).
- New Zealand Student Visa (Immigration NZ online). Fee: NZD 375.
- Travel to Auckland for February or July intake.
Fee Structure
| Programme | Annual Tuition (NZD) |
|---|---|
| Engineering BE(Hons) | NZD 35,000–42,000 (~₹1.65–1.97 L/mo equivalent) |
| BCom / MCom | NZD 30,000–38,000 |
Hostel / Accommodation
University residences and private accommodation throughout Auckland. Large Indian community in Auckland (200,000+ South Asian population).