Applications Candidates apply to the agency in their home country responsible for selecting persons for study or training abroad under development cooperation programmes. Country eligibility is subject to ongoing review. A supporting statement is also required from applicants which shows clearly that consideration has been given to how the new skills and experience will be applied on their return home. There is provision for bridging courses and limited English Language training. Courses of study which are longer than three and a half year's duration require more detailed justification than other courses.
Limited assistance is available for dependants in New Zealand.
It does not cover additional expenses such as travel insurance and extra living costs which are the responsibilities of the scholar. Applications Candidates apply to an eligible institution and complete an application form. The institution informs the applicant of the result. Secondary school level scholarships are available to applicants from selected countries. Selection is based primarily on academic merit and gender and other equity concerns but the proposed course of study is also to be taken into account, including whether it is offered at South Pacific regional or national institutions.