Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships – Thematic Short Term Training
Fully funded short-term professional training courses (3–5 weeks) in New Zealand for government officials and professionals from eligible developing countries, across thematic areas in ASEAN and the Pacific.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Destination
New Zealand
Funding
Fully funded: course fees, visa costs (excluding passport fees), accommodation and programme-related expenses, return international airfare. Living allowance during the course. Duration: typically 3–5 weeks.
Eligible applicants
Government officials and professionals from eligible developing countries; 5+ years experience (ASEAN); nominated through New Zealand Embassy; not for degree study
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Overview
Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships – Thematic Short Term Training is offered by New Zealand Government / Education New Zealand for study in New Zealand. Confirm the current cycle on the official page before applying.
What this scholarship covers
Course fees (fully funded)
Included
Visa costs (excluding passport fees)
Included
Accommodation during course
Included
Return international airfare
Included
Living allowance during course
Included
Fully funded: course fees, visa costs (excluding passport fees), accommodation and programme-related expenses, return international airfare. Living allowance during the course. Duration: typically 3–5 weeks. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Based on the provider’s published information
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
No
Scholarship scope
Government scholarship
Last eligibility check
October 12, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Citizens of eligible developing countries resident there for at least 2 years; not citizens or permanent residents of New Zealand, Australia, or most developed nations
- International eligibility
- Open to international applicants, except citizens of the excluded countries named by the provider.
- AgeRequired
- Minimum 18 years old at the start of the course; not serving in the military
Academic requirements
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Language requirements
- English languageRequired
- Intermediate English proficiency required for ASEAN courses (check each course for minimum requirement)
Experience and personal requirements
- Work experienceRequired
- Minimum 5 years relevant professional experience (ASEAN track); employer endorsement required; must be currently employed
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- New Zealand
Official eligibility summary
Open to: Government officials and professionals from eligible developing countries; 5+ years experience (ASEAN); nominated through New Zealand Embassy; not for degree study. New Zealand Government / Education New Zealand also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
Applicant profile
- Government officials and professionals from eligible developing countries; 5+ years experience (ASEAN); nominated through New Zealand Embassy; not for degree study
Study route
- Study in New Zealand
Current-cycle criteria
- Open to: Government officials and professionals from eligible developing countries; 5+ years experience (ASEAN); nominated through New Zealand Embassy; not for degree study. New Zealand Government / Education New Zealand also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Application form (from NZ Embassy or manaaki-tstts.nz)
- Employer endorsement letter
- CV showing relevant experience
- Proof of citizenship and residence
How to apply
- 1
Check manaaki-tstts.nz/programmes/ for currently open courses and deadlines
- 2
Apply through the New Zealand Embassy or High Commission in your country
- 3
Obtain employer endorsement before applying
Application timeline
Application cycle
Ongoing; courses run throughout the year with varying deadlines. Check manaaki-tstts.nz for currently open programmes and their application deadlines.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
New Zealand Government / Education New Zealand
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 12, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
No exact deadline is listed here. Check the official provider page for the next application cycle.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.