STATUTORY BREAKDOWN
Key Program Pillars & Requirements
Target Institutions
All 8 premier public universities alongside high-skill National Polytechs (NZIST).
Language Thresholds
Strict English-only instruction requiring standard IELTS (typically 6.0 to 6.5) or equivalent academic scores.
Fast-Track Skilled Residence
Post-study work visas are issued for up to 3 years. Holding a New Zealand Master’s degree grants an absolute maximum of 6 points fulfilling the primary academic credential criteria to fast-track directly into permanent residence.
