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New Zealand

Capital

Wellington

Currency

New Zealand Dollar (NZD)

Timezone

UTC+12:00 / UTC+13:00 summer

Climate

Temperate

Overview

New Zealand offers world-class MBChB medical programs at two leading universities: the University of Auckland and the University of Otago. Both are NMC-approved and WHO-recognised, offering English-medium medical education with strong clinical training.

New Zealand’s healthcare system is modelled on the NHS, and graduates can enter Foundation / House Officer roles in public hospitals. The country is known for safety, quality of life, multicultural society, natural beauty, and strong post-study work and PR pathways.

Land Area

268K km²

Language

English / Māori

Indian Students

12,000

Top Universities

Global Ranked

Why Study in New Zealand?

  • World-class MBChB medical programs
  • Only 2 highly reputed medical universities
  • English-medium education
  • NMC, WHO, WDOMS and FAIMER recognised
  • NHS-style healthcare system
  • Safe and highly liveable country
  • Strong post-study work visa pathway
  • PR pathway through Skilled Migrant Category

Top Universities in New Zealand

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Cost of Studying

Avg. Tuition Fee
NZD 80,000 – 90,000 / Year
Hostel Fee
NZD 12,000 – 20,000 / Year
Living Cost
NZD 1,500 – 2,500 / Month

*Fees may vary depending on the university and city.

Admission Process

Choose University

Submit Application

Receive Admission Letter

Apply For Visa

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Career Opportunities

New Zealand public hospital careers
House Officer / Foundation-level roles
AMC pathway to Australia
GMC / NHS UK pathway
USMLE, MCCQE, NExT / FMGE options
Average salary NZD 100,000+ / year
Research and healthcare career opportunities

Visa Information

Student Visa
Post-study Work Visa up to 3 years
Skilled Migrant Category
Resident Visa / PR pathway

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