Your Nursing Career in New Zealand Starts Here

Study Nursing in New Zealand with JUSST — Get expert guidance for admission, IELTS, visa & complete relocation support.

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100% Nursing-Focused

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NCNZ & University-Aligned Guidance

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High Success Rate

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Why New Zealand for Nursing?

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Top-Ranked Nursing Universities

Hands-on clinical training, modern labs, globally recognised programs

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High Job Demand & Salaries

Registered Nurses earn upto NZD $55,000–$75,000 annually

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Clear Work & PR Pathways

Nursing is in-demand; clear pathways for work visas and residency

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Why JUSST Nursing?

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Nursing-Focused Counselling

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IELTS Prep for Nursing Applicants

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Complete Application + Visa Support

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Specialised Guidance for NCNZ & Pathway Applicants

500+

Students Guided

95%

Visa Success Rate

50+

Access to Leading Global Universities

ELTS Requirements for Nursing in New Zealand

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IELTS for University Admission

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IELTS for Nursing Registration (CNO)

3

IELTS for PR & Migration

IELTS Academic — For Nursing Admission (BSc / MSc Nursing)
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IELTS Academic

IELTS Academic evaluates your academic and clinical English proficiency. It is mandatory for admission into nursing programs.

Program LevelReOverall BandMinimum Band in Each Module
Undergraduate (BSc Nursing / Diploma)6.56
Postgraduate (MSc Nursing / Graduate Entry)76.5

Top Nursing Universities in New Zealand

Popular choices among international nursing students

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University of Auckland

Auckland

Language Requirement: 7.0 overall (6.5 each)

Programs available: BSc Nursing, MSc Nursing

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Massey University

Palmerston North / Auckland

Language Requirement: 6.5 overall (6.0 each)

Programs available: BSc Nursing

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University of Waikato

Hamilton

Language Requirement: 6.5 overall (6.0 each)

Programs available: BSc Nursing, Health Sciences

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Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT)

Hawke’s Bay / Auckland

Language Requirement: 6.5 overall (6.0 each)

Programs available: Diploma Nursing, BSc Nursing Pathways

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NMIT (Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology)

Nelson / Marlborough

Language Requirement: 6.5 overall (6.0 each)

Programs available: Diploma Nursing, Nursing Programs

NNursing Routes in New Zealand

Bachelor of Nursing

(For 12th Science Students)

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    Eligibility
    12th Science or German equivalent

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    Duration
    3 years

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    Outcome
    Registered Nurse (RN)

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    6.5–7.0

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    Best For
    Students aiming for RN + PR pathway

Bachelor of Nursing

How JUSST Nursing Helps You (Step-by-Step Timeline)

From Counselling to Campus — We Handle Everything

Meet Our Successful Nursing Students

Real stories from nurses who turned their dreams into global careers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Most universities and the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ) require an IELTS score of 6.5–7.0 depending on the program.

Absolutely. Nursing is in high demand in New Zealand, offers competitive salaries, and provides clear PR pathways.

Registered Nurses earn upto NZD $55,000–$75,000/year.

Post-study work visas, Skilled Migrant category, employer sponsorship.

University of Auckland, Massey, Waikato, EIT, NMIT; Private institutes include Wintec, Unitec, Whitireia/WelTec, UCOL.

Bachelor: 12th Science with IELTS 6.5.
Master: Any bachelor’s degree with IELTS 7.0.
Diploma: 12th pass with IELTS 6.5.

Yes, through NCNZ registration pathway (IELTS, OSCE, or OET).

Start Your Nursing Journey to New Zealand Today

JUSST Nursing helps you get admission to top universities with complete guidance from start to finish.