The Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) is an international programme under which member governments offer scholarships and fellowships to citizens of other Commonwealth countries.
The CSFP was established at the first Commonwealth education conference in 1959 and is reviewed by education ministers at their triennial meetings. The CSFP is the only scholarship scheme in the world to receive such high-level recognition.
As part of the CSFP programme, New Zealand offers New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships to candidates from developing Commonwealth countries for postgraduate study (Masters and PhD) in New Zealand universities on a contestable basis. New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships are highly competitive and for top level graduates.
New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships are funded by the New Zealand Aid Programme and managed and managed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT). The selection process in New Zealand is managed by Universities New Zealand.
As part of the CSFP programme, New Zealand offers New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships to candidates from developing Commonwealth countries for postgraduate study (Masters and PhD) in New Zealand universities on a contestable basis. New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships are highly competitive and for top level graduates.
New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships are funded by the New Zealand Aid Programme and managed and managed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT). The selection process in New Zealand is managed by Universities New Zealand.
Each Commonwealth government has designated a national agency for the operation of Commonwealth Scholarships.
Eligible Commonwealth countries
Africa Botswana, Cameroon, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia
Caribbean Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guyana, Jamaica, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines
Asia Bangladesh, India, Malaysia, Maldives, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
Pacific Cook Islands, Kiribati, Nauru, Niue, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
Qualification types
New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships are available for the following postgraduate qualifications:
Masters Degree (1 – 2 years)
PhD (up to 3.5 years)
New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships are available for the following postgraduate qualifications:
Masters Degree (1 – 2 years)
PhD (up to 3.5 years)
Closing dates
The closing date for New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships is determined by each country’s Nominating Agency. Please contact your local Nominating Agency for more information.
The closing date for New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships is determined by each country’s Nominating Agency. Please contact your local Nominating Agency for more information.
Eligibility criteria checklist
Applicants from all eligible countries must meet the following conditions to be eligible for a New Zealand Scholarship:
I will be at least 18 years old at the time I start the scholarship
The country I am living in is in the list of eligible countries
I am a citizen of the country I am living in
I have been living in this country for at least the last two years (unless you are a member of the diplomatic corps or a dependent of a member of the diplomatic corps)
I confirm that I am not currently serving in the military
I want to study in New Zealand; or
I want to study in the Pacific and I am from Kiribati, Niue, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu or Vanuatu
I want to study at a level that is listed as available for my country for the scholarship that I am applying for
I expect to meet Immigration requirements for a student visa to New Zealand or the Pacific country I will study in (i.e. medical checks, etc.). Please check the following website for further information:
New Zealand: www.immigration.govt.nz (external link)
Fiji: www.immigration.gov.fj (external link)
Papua New Guinea: www.immigration.gov.pg (external link)
Vanuatu: www.vanuatuhktc.org (external link)
I expect to meet the academic entry requirements (including English language ability) to get into my preferred programme of study
I confirm that I have not been previously terminated from a New Zealand Government Scholarship because of poor academic performance or personal conduct
I can demonstrate that the study I want to do will enable me to contribute to the sustainable development of my home country
I am committed to return to my country for a minimum of two years at the end of my scholarship to contribute to my country’s development
Applicants from all eligible countries must meet the following conditions to be eligible for a New Zealand Scholarship:
I will be at least 18 years old at the time I start the scholarship
The country I am living in is in the list of eligible countries
I am a citizen of the country I am living in
I have been living in this country for at least the last two years (unless you are a member of the diplomatic corps or a dependent of a member of the diplomatic corps)
I confirm that I am not currently serving in the military
I want to study in New Zealand; or
I want to study in the Pacific and I am from Kiribati, Niue, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu or Vanuatu
I want to study at a level that is listed as available for my country for the scholarship that I am applying for
I expect to meet Immigration requirements for a student visa to New Zealand or the Pacific country I will study in (i.e. medical checks, etc.). Please check the following website for further information:
New Zealand: www.immigration.govt.nz (external link)
Fiji: www.immigration.gov.fj (external link)
Papua New Guinea: www.immigration.gov.pg (external link)
Vanuatu: www.vanuatuhktc.org (external link)
I expect to meet the academic entry requirements (including English language ability) to get into my preferred programme of study
I confirm that I have not been previously terminated from a New Zealand Government Scholarship because of poor academic performance or personal conduct
I can demonstrate that the study I want to do will enable me to contribute to the sustainable development of my home country
I am committed to return to my country for a minimum of two years at the end of my scholarship to contribute to my country’s development
Preferences
Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate strong academic ability, leadership qualities, and a commitment to the development of their home country.
Preference is also given to candidates who are 39 years of age or younger at the time of commencing their scholarship.
Preference will be given to candidates who apply to study in academic disciplines relating to priority sectors.
Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate strong academic ability, leadership qualities, and a commitment to the development of their home country.
Preference is also given to candidates who are 39 years of age or younger at the time of commencing their scholarship.
Preference will be given to candidates who apply to study in academic disciplines relating to priority sectors.
How to apply
If you would like to apply for a New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship please note the following:
You may only apply using the New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship Application form as a hard copy. Please note that applicants are unable to apply online. You must submit your application to your local Nominating Agency.
The following steps can only be completed once the online application portal opens on 1 February 2016.
Step One: Confirm your eligibility
Before you start your application, check your eligibility against the requirements.
If you would like to apply for a New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship please note the following:
You may only apply using the New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship Application form as a hard copy. Please note that applicants are unable to apply online. You must submit your application to your local Nominating Agency.
The following steps can only be completed once the online application portal opens on 1 February 2016.
Step One: Confirm your eligibility
Before you start your application, check your eligibility against the requirements.
Step Two: Decide the type of institution and qualification
If you are eligible, decide the type of institution and qualification that is right for you. For more information, please see on our Frequently Asked Questions . For information about studying in New Zealand visitwww.studyinnewzealand.com (external link).
If you are eligible, decide the type of institution and qualification that is right for you. For more information, please see on our Frequently Asked Questions . For information about studying in New Zealand visitwww.studyinnewzealand.com (external link).
Step Three: Apply for an Offer of Place
Once you have selected your institution and qualification, you will need to seek an offer of place at one of our New Zealand institutions. Please refer to our list of New Zealand institutions for further information here.
Step Four: Apply for a New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship
Please submit your completed application to the Nominating Agency in your home country, including your offer of place. Failure to do so will result in your application being deemed ineligible. It is important to note that applications sent directly to MFAT or Universities New Zealand will be deemed ineligible.
The Nominating Agency in your country will then nominate the two strongest applications to be forwarded to Universities New Zealand to be assessed against all other nominated New Zealand Commonwealth applications from across the Commonwealth.
Once you have selected your institution and qualification, you will need to seek an offer of place at one of our New Zealand institutions. Please refer to our list of New Zealand institutions for further information here.
Step Four: Apply for a New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship
Please submit your completed application to the Nominating Agency in your home country, including your offer of place. Failure to do so will result in your application being deemed ineligible. It is important to note that applications sent directly to MFAT or Universities New Zealand will be deemed ineligible.
The Nominating Agency in your country will then nominate the two strongest applications to be forwarded to Universities New Zealand to be assessed against all other nominated New Zealand Commonwealth applications from across the Commonwealth.
Documentation required
When submitting your New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship application to your local Nominating Agency you must attach the following official documentation:
1. One of the following:
Verified copy of passport
Verified copy of birth certificate
Verified copy of other official government issued ID
2. Copy of Offer of Place from New Zealand institution
3. Verified copies of relevant academic transcripts
4. Verified copies of relevant completion certificates
5. Contact details of most recent employer and two most relevant other employers
6. A non-verified copy of an IELTS Test Report Form (TRF) which will be verified by MFAT online using the TRF Verification Service OR An original copy of a TOEFL test result form. Whichever is provided it must have been completed in the last 24 months.
https://www.mfat.govt.nz/…/Tertiary-Application-Form-Common…
When submitting your New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship application to your local Nominating Agency you must attach the following official documentation:
1. One of the following:
Verified copy of passport
Verified copy of birth certificate
Verified copy of other official government issued ID
2. Copy of Offer of Place from New Zealand institution
3. Verified copies of relevant academic transcripts
4. Verified copies of relevant completion certificates
5. Contact details of most recent employer and two most relevant other employers
6. A non-verified copy of an IELTS Test Report Form (TRF) which will be verified by MFAT online using the TRF Verification Service OR An original copy of a TOEFL test result form. Whichever is provided it must have been completed in the last 24 months.
https://www.mfat.govt.nz/…/Tertiary-Application-Form-Common…
Contact the national agency in your home country for more information
For Pakistan
Mr Anwat Farooq Sadozai
Research Officer
Ministry of Inter Provincial Coordination
Scholarship Sector
Room 03, Floor 11
Shaheed-e-Millat Secretariat
Blue Area
Islamabad
Pakistan
For Pakistan
Mr Anwat Farooq Sadozai
Research Officer
Ministry of Inter Provincial Coordination
Scholarship Sector
Room 03, Floor 11
Shaheed-e-Millat Secretariat
Blue Area
Islamabad
Pakistan
For other countires see the link below:
https://www.mfat.govt.nz/…/Nominating-Agencies-Address-and-…
https://www.mfat.govt.nz/…/Nominating-Agencies-Address-and-…
Further Information:
https://www.mfat.govt.nz/…/types…/commonwealth-scholarships/
https://www.mfat.govt.nz/…/types…/commonwealth-scholarships/
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