Auckland University of Technology

Applications are rolling for both semesters. For a February start, apply by early December to leave time for your offer, fee payment and visa; for July, apply by early May. Health programmes with placements have fixed earlier deadlines listed on their course pages.

AUT has two main intakes: Semester 1 in February and Semester 2 in July. Most undergraduate and taught master's programmes admit for both. Some health and education programmes are February only, so check the course page.

You need a New Zealand fee-paying student visa. After you accept your offer and pay tuition, AUT sends confirmation, and you apply online to Immigration New Zealand with proof of funds of NZD 20,000 a year, medical certificates and, for longer stays, a police certificate.

Information technology, the MBA, engineering project management, applied management and health science are the most applied-for programmes. Master's entry usually needs a bachelor's degree with a B average (around 60-65% for Indian degrees) and IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0.

Yes. AUT offers international merit scholarships that reduce tuition for high-achieving undergraduate and postgraduate applicants, including awards for students from India and South Asia, with most assessed automatically from your application. Check the university's scholarships page for current amounts and closing dates.