Student Accommodation in New Zealand

Student Accommodation in New Zealand

New Zealand’s colleges and universities offer a broad range of educational opportunities and are well respected globally. New Zealand welcomes international students who wish to study here at primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions, both on a temporary and permanent basis.

Before going for higher studies, a question arises in mind where can I stay while I'm studying in New Zealand? How much is the cost of accommodation?

Students while studying in New Zealand have many accommodation options to choose from. Whether you are looking for hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, luxury lodges, apartments and many more, New Zealand has a great selection of quality lodgings. Following are accommodation options for students while studying in New Zealand:

Home-stay: If you want to experience New Zealand culture, spend at least a few months in homestay with a friendly New Zealand host family. The family with whom you are staying will provide you meals and helps you with day-to-day life in New Zealand. This is an excellent way to meet New Zealanders, and intermingle with people in English. Homestay in New Zealand costs between NZ$180~240 per week.

Dormitory, Apartment or Flat:

Students studying in New Zealand, who prefer to be independent during their stay can opt for New Zealand house or flat for long term stay. In flats you can live with as many people as you like. Flats range from one bedroom apartments to 4 or 5 bedroom homes. Flat accommodation is found in most city suburbs.

Motel, Hotel, or Backpacker: Those who prefer to stay in a motel/hotel or a backpacker; this can also be arranged and are more expensive. In that case students have to consider their laundry and food requirements.

Cost of Living & Studying in New Zealand:

Living Cost:

Student accommodation: NZ$120~190
Homestay(includes food): NZ$180~240
Room in flat/apartment: NZ$80~~190
Backpackers: NZ$180~250

Studying Cost:

Undergraduate Courses

Arts / Humanities / Social Sciences: NZ $ 10,000 - $ 12,000 per year
Commerce / Administration / Management: NZ $ 10,000 - $ 12,500 per year
Computing & Mathematical Sciences: NZ $ 13,000 - $ 15,000 per year
Engineering: NZ $ 16,000 - $ 17,500 per year
Science / Science Technology: NZ $ 14,000 - $ 16,000 per year
Technology: NZ $ 14,000 - $ 18,000 per year

Postgraduate Courses

Arts / Humanities / Social Sciences: NZ $ 14,000 - $ 16,000 per year
Master of Business Administration (MBA): NZ $ 18,000 - $ 24,000 per year
Engineering: NZ $ 18,000 - $ 24,500 per year