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Can part-time jobs cover the tuition fees while studying abroad in Ireland/New Zealand for a Master's?

18 Aug 2026 · Answered by Tejaswini B · 1 min read
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No, part-time jobs typically do not cover tuition fees while studying abroad.

Part-time work can help with living expenses, but earnings usually fall short of the full tuition cost. For example:

- Germany: Public university tuition is minimal, but part-time work (up to 20 hours/week) usually only covers living costs, not private university fees.
- Ireland: Tuition for master’s programs ranges from €10,000 - €25,000/year, while part-time earnings (up to 20 hours/week) are generally not enough to cover this.
- New Zealand: Tuition is NZD 20,000 - 45,000/year, and part-time work (up to 25 hours/week) helps with expenses but not full tuition.

You’ll need additional funds - such as savings, scholarships, or family support - to pay tuition.

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