U9.15 New Zealand Short Term Training Scholarship (STTS) trainees

1. The STTS scheme is part of the New Zealand scholarship programme administered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and provides partner governments with the opportunities to develop new competencies in identified areas of need as well as to upskill their work force. Training may involve placement with a New Zealand government department, a private training establishment, or at a tertiary institution. Trainees are provided with entitlements for accommodation and maintenance whilst on this scheme.
2. Applicants providing evidence of an award under the STTS scheme may be granted a student visa for the period of their award up to a maximum period of 12 months.

Effective 13/05/2019