Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship - Vocational Short-Term Training
Vocational Short-Term Training Scholarships provide short-term (1–6 months) skills training and on-the-job work experience in New Zealand for workers from eligible developing countries. Fully funded with tuition, living allowance, airfare, and insurance. Focus on practical skills that can be applied back home.
Popular Participating Universities
University of Auckland
University of Otago
Victoria University of WellingtonQuick info
Application status
Closed · opens Feb 2027Opens the provider's official website
Info sourced from official providers. Always verify deadlines, requirements, and eligibility directly before applying.
What you get
- Full tuition for training programme
- Living allowance during training in New Zealand
- Return airfare
- Medical and travel insurance
Requirements
Minimum 1 year(s) required
Detailed requirements
- - Must be a worker from an eligible developing country
- - Currently employed or recently employed in a relevant sector
- - Must demonstrate how training will benefit their career and home country
- - Meet specific programme requirements
Who can apply
Workers from eligible developing countries seeking short-term vocational skills training and practical work experience in New Zealand.
Fields of study
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Dates are based on data sourced from official providers (2025-2026 cycle). Deadlines may shift between intake years. Always verify on the official website before applying.
Important dates
How to apply
- 1Step 1: Check if your country is eligible and identify relevant vocational training programmes
- 2Step 2: Submit application during the open period
- 3Step 3: Provide evidence of current or recent employment in the relevant sector
- 4Step 4: Await selection results
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