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What are the differences in study options and budgets between New Zealand, UK, Dubai, and Malaysia for a Master's?

17 Aug 2026 · Answered by Thaiba Nazreen · 1 min read
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Malaysia and Dubai are generally more budget-friendly for master's studies, while New Zealand and the UK have higher costs but stronger post-study work (PSW) opportunities.

- New Zealand: Tuition ranges from NZD 29,000 - 69,000/year (₹14.5 - 34.5 lakh). Living costs add NZD 990 - 2,650/month (₹49,500 - 1.3 lakh). Total annual budget: approx. ₹24 - 69 lakh. Offers 1 - 2 year master's programs and robust PSW options.

- UK: Tuition is £9,000 - 30,000/year (₹9 - 30 lakh). Living costs: £650 - 1,500/month (₹65,000 - 1.5 lakh). Total annual budget: ₹15.3 - 41.4 lakh. Most master's are 1-year, reducing total cost, and PSW is strong.

- Dubai (UAE): Tuition is AED 30,000 - 120,000/year (₹6 - 24 lakh). Living costs: AED 3,500 - 6,500/month (₹70,000 - 1.3 lakh). Total annual budget: ₹6.7 - 25.3 lakh. Wide choice of international programs.

- Malaysia: Tuition is RM 25,000 - 60,000/year (₹4.5 - 10.8 lakh). Living costs: RM 1,500 - 2,500/month (₹27,000 - 45,000). Total annual budget: ₹5.4 - 13 lakh. Affordable options in business, engineering, and IT.

Course duration, PSW rules, and total costs are subject to change.

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