New Zealand Study Intakes

New Zealand university intakes for international students

Before you begin your application to study in New Zealand, you must become familiar with the common intakes of domestic and international students. In New Zealand, the intake process occurs twice (majorly) in January and July. There are rolling intakes as well that offer admission throughout the year. However, the actual admission dates might vary as per the university.

New Zealand intakes

Intake session	Semester session	Description
January (semester I or Autumn intake)	February to June	The New Zealand universities offer undergraduate and postgraduate courses during this intake.
July (semester II or Spring intake)	July to November	It is a popular and preferred intake session, offering various courses.
Rolling intakes	Anytime during the year	Vocational courses are primarily available during this intake.

January/February intake

The New Zealand university intake for January/February starts at the beginning of the year, and if you wish to apply, it is advisable to apply in November.

Application deadlines for January/February intake

For students applying for January/February 2024 intakes, apply by July the previous year. The processing takes a long time. Therefore, registering 8 to 10 months before the session starts is essential.

Universities that accept January intake

New Zealand is home to many prestigious universities that are globally recognized. Here is the list of the universities that accept January intakes.

University	Popular courses	Location
Lincoln University	M.Sc in accounting and finance	Lincoln
University of Canterbury	Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering	Christchurch
Massey University	Master of Supply Chain Management	Palmerston North
University of Waikato	Master of Business and Management	Hamilton
The University of Otago	Bachelor of Science in Marine Biologyt	Dunedin
Auckland University of Technology	Bachelor in Arts- Event Management	Auckland
University of Auckland	Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting	Auckland

July intake

The July intake, also known as the Spring intake, starts in the middle of the year. The deadline for the application form is in May. This session opens up many opportunities for international students.

July intakes are the most popular New Zealand intake for international students, as they have a high chance of being admitted to the best universities. On average, international students who wish to pursue a bachelor’s or master’s in NZ should prepare and wait for a year.

Application deadlines for July intake

Applying to New Zealand universities takes a lot of work. It’s a lengthy process and can test your patience. It takes approximately 7 to 10 months to complete the application process. If you plan to pursue education in NZ, it is better to start applying for the July intake in August of the previous year. Here’s a breakdown of the application process timeline, which can help schedule your career journey to New Zealand.

Universities that accept July intake

The New Zealand intake month, July, is the most popular intake for international students. Here’s a list of the complete universities that conduct admissions interviews in July.

University Name	Popular course offered	Location
Massey University	International Business- Bachelor of Business	Palmerston
University of Canterbury	Bachelor of Data Science	Christchurch
Eastern Institute of Technology	Master of Health Science	Napier
Lincoln University	B.Sc Hons in Psychology	Lincoln
Auckland University of Technology	Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science	Auckland
University of Otago	Bachelors in Finance	Dunedin
Unitec Institute of Technology	Bachelor of Business Marketing	Auckland
University of Auckland	M.S. Clinical Pharmacy	Auckland

Other intakes in New Zealand

Besides the January/February and July intakes, other academic sessions are available in New Zealand. The January and July intakes offer various course levels. Also, three other intakes are open: March, April, and May, which mainly provide short-term and vocational programs in New Zealand.

Study in New Zealand

Speak to an SI-NZ consultant to learn more about the New Zealand University intakes and processes.

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