Master's in Computer Science
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🇳🇿 Christchurch, New Zealand · Public
University of Canterbury Fees for Indian Students
Canterbury (NZ) (Christchurch) is known for engineering-focused university in Christchurch. Below: tuition, living costs in Christchurch, the total in rupees and loan options.
- Total ≈ ₹48 lakh – ₹62 lakh
- Tuition NZD 30,000 – NZD 45,000 a year
- Intakes: February and July
- Typical loan ₹33 lakh – ₹56 lakh
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How much does Canterbury (NZ) cost for Indian students?
A 1.5-year master's at University of Canterbury costs about ₹48 lakh – ₹62 lakh in total for an Indian student: tuition of NZD 30,000 – NZD 45,000 a year, living costs of about NZD 20,000 a year and one-time visa and travel costs of ₹2.5 lakh – ₹3.8 lakh. Most families borrow ₹33 lakh – ₹56 lakh and cover the rest from savings or scholarships.
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Canterbury (NZ) at a glance
- Location
- Christchurch, New Zealand
- Type
- Public university
- Known for
- Engineering-focused university in Christchurch
- Tuition (international)
- NZD 30,000 – NZD 45,000 a year
- Living costs used
- NZD 20,000 a year
- Total for 1.5 years
- ₹48 lakh – ₹62 lakh
- Intakes
- February and July
- English tests
- IELTS, PTE, TOEFL or other tests accepted by Immigration NZ
- Work during study
- Up to 25 hours/week for eligible students
- After graduation
- Post-study work visa of up to 3 years for eligible qualifications
- Official website
- canterbury.ac.nz
Fee breakdown
Canterbury (NZ) cost for Indian students
1.5-year master's, at NZD 1 ≈ ₹60. Tuition varies by program — use the figure on your offer letter.
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Canterbury (NZ) vs similar universities in New Zealand
The 6 closest by total cost; 4 of them cost less in total.
Living there
Living costs in Christchurch
South Island city with engineering and agritech employers. A room in shared housing usually costs NZD 800 – NZD 1,200 a month, and a realistic yearly budget is NZD 20,000 – NZD 24,800.
For the cost table we use NZD 20,000 a year — planning figure close to Immigration New Zealand's living-funds amount. During your studies you can work up to 25 hours/week for eligible students.
Immigration New Zealand asks for living funds per year of study as well as tuition.
Funding
How Indian students fund Canterbury (NZ)
Typical loan: ₹33 lakh – ₹56 lakh. EMIs on a ₹44 lakh loan start after the course and moratorium.
Timeline
Applying to Canterbury (NZ) for the February and July 2027 intake
- 01
10–12 months before
Take IELTS; shortlist programs at Canterbury (NZ) and similar universities.
- 02
8–10 months before
Write your SOP, request two or three LORs and prepare transcripts.
- 03
6–9 months before
Apply on Canterbury (NZ)'s application portal and to scholarships.
- 04
4–6 months before
Accept the offer, pay the deposit and start the education loan (₹33 lakh – ₹56 lakh).
- 05
2–4 months before
Apply for the New Zealand student visa: receive the offer of place.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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Tuition is NZD 30,000 – NZD 45,000 a year for international students. With living costs the total for a 1.5-year master's is about ₹48 lakh – ₹62 lakh.
At NZD 1 ≈ ₹60, a year's tuition is about ₹18 lakh – ₹27 lakh. Exchange rates move, so we recalculate with the live rate before you pay.
Of the 6 universities closest to it in cost, 4 cost less in total and 2 cost more. Canterbury (NZ)'s tuition is above the middle of our New Zealand list.
Yes, within visa rules: up to 25 hours/week for eligible students. Part-time income helps with living costs but shouldn't be counted on for tuition.
Often, yes — private banks and NBFCs lend unsecured amounts for many universities if the co-applicant's income is steady. Larger amounts at the lowest rates usually need collateral. Most families borrow ₹33 lakh – ₹56 lakh.
February and July. Start preparing 10–12 months ahead; popular programs fill early.
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