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Study Medicine & Health in New Zealand 🇳🇿

New Zealand offers 49 Medicine & Health programs across 23 universities. Tuition ranges from $19k–$42k/yr, making it a competitive option for international students. 84% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

49 Programs
23 Universities
$19k–$42k/yr Tuition
84% STEM

Why New Zealand for Medicine & Health?

Living Cost

$15,000/yr

Full guide to studying in New Zealand →

By Degree Level

Bachelor (42) Master (7)

Top Universities for Medicine & Health in New Zealand

University of Auckland

Auckland · National rank #1 · QS #65

Bachelor of Health Sciences · Bachelor Master of Public Health · Master
University of Otago

Dunedin · National rank #2 · QS #197

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery · Bachelor Bachelor of Physiotherapy · Bachelor Bachelor of Pharmacy · Bachelor Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences · Bachelor Bachelor of Dental Surgery · Bachelor Master of Public Health · Master
University of Canterbury

Christchurch · National rank #3 · QS #261

Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology with Honours · Bachelor Bachelor of Health Sciences · Bachelor
Massey University

Palmerston North · National rank #3 · QS #230

Bachelor of Nursing · Bachelor Bachelor of Veterinary Science · Bachelor Master of Veterinary Medicine · Master
Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington · National rank #4 · QS #240

Bachelor of Health · Bachelor Bachelor of Biomedical Science · Bachelor
Auckland University of Technology (AUT)

Auckland · National rank #7 · QS #410

Bachelor of Sport and Recreation · Bachelor
Unitec Institute of Technology

Auckland · National rank #8

Bachelor of Nursing · Bachelor
Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT)

Napier · National rank #8

Bachelor of Nursing · Bachelor Master of Nursing · Master Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing · Bachelor
Otago Polytechnic

Dunedin · National rank #10

Bachelor of Nursing · Bachelor Master of Nursing · Master Bachelor of Applied Science (Physical Activity, Health and Wellness) · Bachelor
Ara Institute of Canterbury

Christchurch · National rank #10 · QS #258

Bachelor of Nursing · Bachelor Bachelor of Midwifery · Bachelor Bachelor of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy · Bachelor
Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT)

Auckland · National rank #12

Bachelor of Applied Counselling · Bachelor Bachelor of Nursing · Bachelor
NorthTec

Whangarei · National rank #23

Bachelor of Nursing · Bachelor Bachelor of Sport and Recreation · Bachelor
Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT)

New Plymouth · National rank #24

Bachelor of Nursing · Bachelor
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology

Tauranga · National rank #26

Bachelor of Sport and Recreation · Bachelor Bachelor of Nursing · Bachelor
Master of Professional Counselling · Master Bachelor of Counselling · Bachelor
Bachelor of Counselling · Bachelor
Bachelor of Counselling · Bachelor
Bachelor of Sport and Recreation · Bachelor Bachelor of Nursing · Bachelor
Master of Nursing · Master Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science · Bachelor Bachelor of Nursing · Bachelor Bachelor of Midwifery · Bachelor
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise · Bachelor Bachelor of Nursing · Bachelor

All Programs

Master of Professional Counselling

Laidlaw College

Master

Bachelor of Counselling

Bethlehem Tertiary Institute

Bachelor

Bachelor of Counselling

Laidlaw College

Bachelor

Bachelor of Counselling

Bethlehem Tertiary Institute (BTI)

Bachelor

Bachelor of Nursing

Otago Polytechnic

Bachelor STEM

Master of Nursing

Otago Polytechnic

Master STEM

Bachelor of Applied Science (Physical Activity, Health and Wellness)

Otago Polytechnic

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Sport and Recreation

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Nursing

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Nursing

Unitec Institute of Technology

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Nursing

Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT)

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology with Honours

University of Canterbury

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Health Sciences

University of Canterbury

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery

University of Otago

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

University of Otago

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Pharmacy

University of Otago

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences

University of Otago

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Dental Surgery

University of Otago

Bachelor STEM

Master of Public Health

University of Otago

Master STEM

Bachelor of Sport and Recreation

Bay of Plenty Polytechnic

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Nursing

Bay of Plenty Polytechnic

Bachelor STEM

Master of Nursing

Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)

Master STEM

Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science

Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Sport and Exercise

Southern Institute of Technology (SIT)

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Nursing

Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Midwifery

Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Nursing

Southern Institute of Technology (SIT)

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Health

Victoria University of Wellington

Bachelor

Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Victoria University of Wellington

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Nursing

NorthTec

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Sport and Recreation

NorthTec

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Nursing

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Midwifery

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

Ara Institute of Canterbury

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Health Sciences

University of Auckland

Bachelor

Master of Public Health

University of Auckland

Master

Bachelor of Sport and Recreation

Auckland University of Technology (AUT)

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Applied Counselling

Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT)

Bachelor

Bachelor of Nursing

Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT)

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Nursing

Massey University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Veterinary Science

Massey University

Bachelor STEM

Master of Veterinary Medicine

Massey University

Master STEM

Bachelor of Nursing

Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT)

Bachelor STEM

Master of Nursing

Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT)

Master STEM

Bachelor of Nursing

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT)

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing

Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT)

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Nursing

Universal College of Learning (UCOL)

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Wellness)

Universal College of Learning (UCOL)

Bachelor STEM

New Zealand Diploma in Pharmacy Technician (Level 5)

New Zealand Management Academies (NZMA)

Bachelor STEM

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Medicine & Health in New Zealand?
Tuition for Medicine & Health programs in New Zealand ranges from $19k–$42k/yr. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $15k.
What are the English language requirements for Medicine & Health in New Zealand?
English-taught Medicine & Health programs in New Zealand typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Medicine & Health programs are in New Zealand?
Abroadly lists 49 Medicine & Health programs at 23 universities across New Zealand. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Medicine & Health programs in New Zealand STEM-designated?
84% of Medicine & Health programs in New Zealand carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is New Zealand a good country for Medicine & Health students?
New Zealand is a strong choice for Medicine & Health with 23 universities offering these programs. The primary language is English.
What degree levels are available for Medicine & Health in New Zealand?
In New Zealand, Medicine & Health programs are offered at: Master (7 programs), Bachelor (42 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.