Bachelor in Information Technology in New Zealand – Fees, Universities, PR Pathway

 

Course Overview

  • Course Name: Bachelor of Information Technology

  • Level: Bachelor (Level 7)

  • Duration: 3 Years

  • Intakes: February, July

  • Post-Study Work Rights: Up to 3 years


 Tuition Fees

  • Average Annual Tuition Fee: NZD 20,000 – NZD 30,000

  • Total Course Cost (3 Years): NZD 60,000 – NZD 90,000


 Top Universities Offering Bachelor of IT in New Zealand

University Name Location Notes
Auckland University of Technology (AUT) Auckland Top 3 Industry-aligned programs
Massey University Palmerston North Top 5 Flexible learning options
University of Waikato Hamilton Top 8 Strong in software & AI
Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) Napier NA Affordable and practical

 Entry Requirements

  • Academic: 10+2 with minimum 60%

  • English:

    • IELTS: 6.0 overall (no band < 5.5)

    • PTE: 50 overall

  • GPA: 2.5+ preferred

 

 Course Specializations

  • Software Development

  • Network Engineering

  • Cybersecurity

  • Web and Mobile Development

  • Artificial Intelligence

 

 Scholarships Available

Scholarship Name Amount (NZD) Eligibility Deadline
AUT International Excellence 5,000 Academic merit, 70%+ Nov / May
Massey University International 3,000 – 5,000 International students from Asia Varies
University of Waikato Excellence 5,000 GPA 3.0+, IELTS 6.5 Rolling

 Scholarships for IT in New Zealand

 Job Opportunities After Bachelor of IT in New Zealand

  • Common Roles:

    • Software Developer

    • Data Analyst

    • Cybersecurity Analyst

    • IT Support Engineer

  • Average Starting Salary: NZD 50,000 – 70,000/year

  • PR Pathway: Yes 

    • IT roles are listed on New Zealand’s Green List (Skill Shortage List)

    • Easy transition to Skilled Migrant Visa

 

 Next Intakes & Application Deadlines

Intake Month Application Deadline
February October – December
July March – May

 Internship & Work Rights

  • Internship: Available in final year

  • Part-time Work During Study: Up to 20 hours/week

  • Post-study Work Visa: Up to 3 years after graduation

 

 Living Expenses in New Zealand for Nepali Students

Item Monthly Cost (NZD) Yearly Cost (NZD)
Rent 800 – 1,200 10,000 – 14,400
Food 300 – 500 4,000 – 6,000
Transport 100 – 150 1,200 – 1,800
Total NZD 15,000 – 20,000/year

 Course Comparison

Criteria Bachelor of IT Business< Master of IT
Duration 3 years 3 years 1.5–2 years
PR Pathway  Yes Not directly Strong
Salary Potential Medium Medium High
Internship Optional Optional Mostly Yes

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