Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade New Zealand Scholarships for International Students 2025
The Southern Institute of Technology is honored to be one of only eleven approved New Zealand education institutions offering the prestigious New Zealand Aid / MFAT Scholarships.
About the Scholarships
The New Zealand Government, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade (MFAT), offers scholarships to eligible citizens from developing countries to pursue their studies in New Zealand. These scholarships are part of New Zealand’s ongoing commitment to sustainable development, aimed at reducing poverty and promoting a secure, equitable, and prosperous world.
The primary goal of these scholarships is to equip recipients with the knowledge and skills needed for the social and economic advancement of their home countries upon their return.
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Nationality
To view country specific requirements please click here.
Scholarship Benefits
These scholarships offer a range of benefits to successful applicants, which include:
- Full tuition fees coverage
- Living allowance to assist with basic living expenses
- Initial establishment allowance upon arrival
- Medical insurance
- Ongoing pastoral care
- Return travel to and from your home country
- Home leave or reunion travel for certain scholars
- Research and thesis cost assistance for many postgraduate students
Recommended Areas of Study
SIT offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programs that align with the development needs of recipient countries. The following subjects are recommended for study:
Undergraduate Programs:
- Accounting
- Business & Commerce
- Marketing & Management
- Construction
- Engineering
- Environmental Management
- Hotel Management
- Information Technology
- Nursing & Health Sciences
- Sport Science
Postgraduate Programs:
How to Apply
Eligible applicants are encouraged to visit the MFAT website for detailed information on the application process, including deadlines.
