Pacific: Qualifications and recommended subjects
Below you can find information on which qualifications and subjects we recommend for candidates from your country.
These subjects align with New Zealand's development objectives in your country.
You may study at postgraduate level only in New Zealand. We recommend these sectors and subjects for eligible students from your country.
Scholars applying for PhD studies must be eligible for direct entry i.e. We will not support English Language training for prospective PhD candidates.
Note: These subjects could be useful keywords when you search the course catalogue on each education institution website.
Climate Resilience, Science, and the Environment
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Chemical Sciences
Earth Sciences
Environmental Studies
Horticulture
Other Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Other Mixed Field Programmes
Other Natural and Physical Sciences
Economic Resilience and Private Sector
Accountancy
Banking, Finance and Related Fields
Business and Management
Communication and Media Studies
Creative Arts
Economics and Econometrics
Graphic and Design Studies
Management and Commerce
Mathematical Sciences
Other Management and Commerce
Sales and Marketing
Tourism
Education
Curriculum and Education Studies
Education
General Education Programmes
Language and Literature
Other Education
Teacher Education
Health
Behavioural Science
Dental Studies
Health
Human Welfare Studies and Services
Medical Studies
Nursing
Optical Science
Other Health
Pharmacy
Public Health
Radiography
Rehabilitation Therapies
Infrastructure
Aerospace Engineering and Technology
Architecture and Building
Architecture and Urban Environment
Building
Civil Engineering
Engineering and Related Technologies
Geomatic Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology
Other Engineering and Related Technologies
Process and Resources Engineering
Peace, Security, and Justice
Justice and Law Enforcement
Law
Resilient Societies
Other Society and Culture
You may study at either undergraduate or postgraduate level at a New Zealand or Pacific university. We recommend these sectors and subjects for eligible students from your country.
Note: These subjects could be useful keywords when you search the course catalogue on each education institution website.
Climate Resilience, Science, and the Environment
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Chemical Sciences
Earth Sciences
Environmental Studies
Horticulture
Other Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Other Mixed Field Programmes
Other Natural and Physical Sciences
Economic Resilience and Private Sector
Accountancy
Banking, Finance and Related Fields
Business and Management
Communication and Media Studies
Creative Arts
Economics and Econometrics
Graphic and Design Studies
Management and Commerce
Mathematical Sciences
Other Management and Commerce
Sales and Marketing
Tourism
Education
Curriculum and Education Studies
Education
General Education Programmes
Language and Literature
Other Education
Teacher Education
Governance
Mixed Field Programmes
Political Science and Policy Studies
Studies in Human Society
Health
Behavioural Science
Dental Studies
Health
Human Welfare Studies and Services
Medical Studies
Nursing
Optical Science
Other Health
Pharmacy
Public Health
Radiography
Rehabilitation Therapies
Infrastructure
Aerospace Engineering and Technology
Architecture and Building
Architecture and Urban Environment
Building
Civil Engineering
Engineering and Related Technologies
Geomatic Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology
Other Engineering and Related Technologies
Process and Resources Engineering
Oceans and Fisheries
Natural and Physical Sciences
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at Canterbury University.
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Law at Victoria University of Wellington
You may study at undergraduate or postgraduate level in New Zealand. We recommend these sectors and subjects for eligible students from your country.
Note: These subjects could be useful keywords when you search the course catalogue on each education institution website.
Climate Resilience, Science, and the Environment
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Chemical Sciences
Earth Sciences
Environmental Studies
Horticulture
Other Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Other Mixed Field Programmes
Other Natural and Physical Sciences
Economic Resilience and Private Sector
Accountancy
Banking, Finance and Related Fields
Business and Management
Communication and Media Studies
Creative Arts
Economics and Econometrics
Graphic and Design Studies
Management and Commerce
Mathematical Sciences
Other Management and Commerce
Sales and Marketing
Tourism
Education
Curriculum and Education Studies
Education
General Education Programmes
Language and Literature
Other Education
Teacher Education
Governance
Mixed Field Programmes
Political Science and Policy Studies
Studies in Human Society
Health
Behavioural Science
Dental Studies
Health
Human Welfare Studies and Services
Medical Studies
Nursing
Optical Science
Other Health
Pharmacy
Public Health
Radiography
Rehabilitation Therapies
Infrastructure
Aerospace Engineering and Technology
Architecture and Building
Architecture and Urban Environment
Building
Civil Engineering
Engineering and Related Technologies
Geomatic Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology
Other Engineering and Related Technologies
Process and Resources Engineering
Peace, Security, and Justice
Law
Resilient Societies
Society and Culture
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at Canterbury University.
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Law at Victoria University of Wellington
This covers New Caledonia, French Polynesia, and Wallis and Futuna.
You may study at postgraduate level in New Zealand. We recommend these sectors and subjects for eligible students from your country.
Note: These subjects could be useful when you search the course catalogue on each education institute website.
Climate Resilience, Science, and the Environment
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Chemical Sciences
Earth Sciences
Environmental Studies
Horticulture
Other Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Other Mixed Field Programmes
Other Natural and Physical Sciences
Economic Resilience and Private Sector
Accountancy
Banking, Finance and Related Fields
Business and Management
Communication and Media Studies
Creative Arts
Economics and Econometrics
Graphic and Design Studies
Management and Commerce
Mathematical Sciences
Other Management and Commerce
Sales and Marketing
Tourism
Infrastructure
Aerospace Engineering and Technology
Architecture and Building
Architecture and Urban Environment
Building
Civil Engineering
Engineering and Related Technologies
Geomatic Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology
Other Engineering and Related Technologies
Process and Resources Engineering
Peace, Security, and Justice
Justice and Law Enforcement
Law
Resilient Societies
Society and Culture
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at Canterbury University. MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Law at Victoria University of Wellington
You may study at undergraduate or postgraduate level in New Zealand or at a Pacific University. We recommend these sectors and subjects for eligible students from your country.
Note: These subjects could be useful keywords when you search the course catalogue on each education institution website.
Climate Resilience, Science, and the Environment
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Chemical Sciences
Earth Sciences
Environmental Studies
Horticulture
Other Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Other Mixed Field Programmes
Other Natural and Physical Sciences
Economic Resilience and Private Sector
Accountancy
Banking, Finance and Related Fields
Business and Management
Communication and Media Studies
Creative Arts
Economics and Econometrics
Graphic and Design Studies
Management and Commerce
Mathematical Sciences
Other Management and Commerce
Sales and Marketing
Tourism
Education
Curriculum and Education Studies
Education
General Education Programmes
Language and Literature
Other Education
Teacher Education
Food Safety and Agriculture
Biological Sciences
Governance Mixed Field Programmes
Political Science and Policy Studies
Studies in Human Society
Infrastructure
Aerospace Engineering and Technology
Architecture and Building
Architecture and Urban Environment
Building
Civil Engineering
Engineering and Related Technologies
Geomatic Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology
Other Engineering and Related Technologies
Process and Resources Engineering
Peace, Security, and Justice
Justice and Law Enforcement
Law
Resilient Societies
Society and Culture
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at Canterbury University.
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Law at Victoria University of Wellington
This covers the Federated States of Micronesia, Marshall Islands and Palau.
You may study at undergraduate or postgraduate level in New Zealand or at a Pacific University. We recommend these sectors and subjects for eligible students from your country. We encourage applications from the outer islands. Note: These subjects could be useful keywords when you search the course catalogue on each education institution website.
Climate Resilience, Science, and the Environment
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Chemical Sciences
Earth Sciences
Environmental Studies
Horticulture
Other Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Other Mixed Field Programmes
Other Natural and Physical Sciences
Economic Resilience and Private Sector
Accountancy
Banking, Finance and Related Fields
Business and Management
Communication and Media Studies
Creative Arts
Economics and Econometrics
Graphic and Design Studies
Management and Commerce
Mathematical Sciences
Other Management and Commerce
Sales and Marketing
Tourism
Education
Curriculum and Education Studies
Education
General Education Programmes
Language and Literature
Other Education
Teacher Education
Governance
Mixed Field Programmes
Political Science and Policy Studies
Studies in Human Society
Health
Behavioural Science
Dental Studies
Health
Human Welfare Studies and Services
Medical Studies
Nursing
Optical Science
Other Health
Pharmacy
Public Health
Radiography
Rehabilitation Therapies
Infrastructure
Aerospace Engineering and Technology
Architecture and Building
Architecture and Urban Environment
Building
Civil Engineering
Engineering and Related Technologies
Geomatic Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology
Other Engineering and Related Technologies
Process and Resources Engineering
Oceans and Fisheries
Natural and Physical Sciences
Peace, Security, and Justice
Law
Resilient Societies
Society and Culture
There is an Agreement with the Government of PNG not to offer Bachelors courses that are available in Papua New Guinea. These specifically are for bachelor’s degrees in:
Medicine (MBBS)
Law
Engineering
Primary and secondary teaching, and
Nursing
You may study at undergraduate or postgraduate level in New Zealand. We recommend these sectors and subjects for eligible students from your country.
Scholars applying for PhD studies must be eligible for direct entry i.e. We will not support English Language training for prospective PhD candidates.
Note: A wide range of subjects can be studied under each priority sector. All subjects approved by the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship Programme for study in New Zealand will be available to applicants during the application process.
Climate Resilience, Science, and the Environment
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Chemical Sciences
Earth Sciences
Environmental Studies
Horticulture
Other Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Other Mixed Field Programmes
Other Natural and Physical Sciences
Economic Resilience and Private Sector
Accountancy
Banking, Finance and Related Fields
Business and Management
Communication and Media Studies
Creative Arts
Economics and Econometrics
Graphic and Design Studies
Management and Commerce
Mathematical Sciences
Other Management and Commerce
Sales and Marketing
Tourism
Food Safety and Agriculture
Agriculture
Biological Sciences
Forestry Studies
Veterinary Studies
Governance
Mixed Field Programmes
Political Science and Policy Studies
Studies in Human Society
Health
Behavioural Science
Dental Studies
Health
Human Welfare Studies and Services
Medical Studies
Nursing
Optical Science
Other Health
Pharmacy
Public Health
Radiography
Rehabilitation Therapies
Infrastructure
Aerospace Engineering and Technology
Architecture and Building
Architecture and Urban Environment
Building
Civil Engineering
Engineering and Related Technologies
Geomatic Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology
Other Engineering and Related Technologies
Process and Resources Engineering
Oceans and Fisheries
Natural and Physical Sciences
Peace, Security, and Justice
Justice and Law Enforcement
Law
Resilient Societies
Other Society and Culture
Society and Culture
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at Canterbury University
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Law at Victoria University of Wellington
SAMOA FOUNDATION INTAKE 2025
The Samoa Foundation intake for 2025 is closed.
You must achieve a 75% grade average in your foundation programme to be considered for a scholarship.
You may only study at undergraduate level in New Zealand or at a Pacific University.
Below are the eligible subjects for the Samoa Foundation Intake
Note: These subjects could be useful keywords when you search the course catalogue on education institution websites.
Climate Resilience, Science, and the Environment
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Chemical Sciences
Earth Sciences
Environmental Studies
Horticulture
Other Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Other Mixed Field Programmes
Other Natural and Physical Sciences
Economic Resilience and Private Sector
Accountancy
Banking, Finance and Related Fields
Business and Management
Communication and Media Studies
Creative Arts
Economics and Econometrics
Graphic and Design Studies
Management and Commerce
Mathematical Sciences
Other Management and Commerce
Sales and Marketing
Tourism
Education
Curriculum and Education Studies
Education
General Education Programmes
Language and Literature
Other Education
Teacher Education
Food Safety and Agriculture
Agriculture
Biological Sciences
Forestry Studies
Veterinary Studies
Governance
Mixed Field Programmes
Political Science and Policy Studies
Studies in Human Society
Health
Behavioural Science
Dental Studies
Health
Human Welfare Studies and Services
Medical Studies
Nursing
Optical Science
Other Health
Pharmacy
Public Health
Radiography
Rehabilitation Therapies
Information Communications Technology
Computer Science
Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Technology
Information Systems
Information Technology
Other Information Technology
Infrastructure
Aerospace Engineering and Technology
Architecture and Building
Architecture and Urban Environment
Building
Civil Engineering
Engineering and Related Technologies
Geomatic Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology
Other Engineering and Related Technologies
Process and Resources Engineering
Peace, Security, and Justice
Justice and Law Enforcement
Law
Resilient Societies
Other Society and Culture
Society and Culture
SAMOA OPEN INTAKE
You may study at undergraduate or postgraduate level in New Zealand or at a Pacific University. We recommend these sectors and subjects for eligible students from your country.
PhD applications are only available for study at The University of the South Pacific and Fiji National University.
Note: These subjects could be useful keywords when you search the course catalogue on each education institution's website.
Climate Resilience, Science, and the Environment
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Chemical Sciences
Earth Sciences
Environmental Studies
Horticulture
Other Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Other Mixed Field Programmes
Other Natural and Physical Sciences
Economic Resilience and Private Sector
Business and Management
Education
Curriculum and Education Studies
Education
General Education Programmes
Language and Literature
Other Education
Teacher Education
Food Safety and Agriculture
Agriculture
Biological Sciences
Forestry Studies
Veterinary Studies
Governance
Mixed Field Programmes
Political Science and Policy Studies
Studies in Human Society
Health
Behavioural Science
Dental Studies
Health
Human Welfare Studies and Services
Medical Studies
Nursing
Optical Science
Other Health
Pharmacy
Public Health
Radiography
Rehabilitation Therapies
Infrastructure
Aerospace Engineering and Technology
Architecture and Building
Architecture and Urban Environment
Building
Civil Engineering
Engineering and Related Technologies
Geomatic Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology
Other Engineering and Related Technologies
Process and Resources Engineering
Peace, Security, and Justice
Justice and Law Enforcement
Law
Resilient Societies
Other Society and Culture
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at Canterbury University.
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Law at Victoria University of Wellington.
You may study at undergraduate or postgraduate level in New Zealand or at a Pacific University. We recommend these sectors and subjects for eligible students from your country.
Scholars applying for PhD studies must be eligible for direct entry i.e. We will not support English Language training for prospective PhD candidates.
Note: These subjects could be useful keywords when you search the course catalogue on each education institution website.
Climate Resilience, Science, and the Environment
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Chemical Sciences
Earth Sciences
Environmental Studies
Horticulture
Other Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Other Mixed Field Programmes
Other Natural and Physical Sciences
Economic Resilience and Private Sector
Accountancy
Banking, Finance and Related Fields
Business and Management
Communication and Media Studies
Creative Arts
Economics and Econometrics
Graphic and Design Studies
Management and Commerce
Mathematical Sciences
Other Management and Commerce
Sales and Marketing
Tourism
Education
Curriculum and Education Studies
Education
General Education Programmes
Language and Literature
Other Education
Teacher Education
Food Safety and Agriculture
Agriculture
Biological Sciences
Forestry Studies
Veterinary Studies
Governance
Mixed Field Programmes
Political Science and Policy Studies
Studies in Human Society
Health
Behavioural Science
Dental Studies
Health
Human Welfare Studies and Services
Medical Studies
Nursing
Optical Science
Other Health
Pharmacy
Public Health
Radiography
Rehabilitation Therapies
Information Communications Technology
Computer Science
Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Technology
Information Systems
Information Technology
Other Information Technology
Infrastructure
Aerospace Engineering and Technology
Architecture and Building
Architecture and Urban Environment
Building
Civil Engineering
Engineering and Related Technologies
Geomatic Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology
Other Engineering and Related Technologies
Process and Resources Engineering
Peace, Security, and Justice
Justice and Law Enforcement
Law
Resilient Societies
Other Society and Culture
Society and Culture
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at Canterbury University.
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Law at Victoria University of Wellington
You may study at undergraduate or postgraduate level in New Zealand or at a Pacific University. We recommend these sectors and subjects for eligible students from your country.
Note: These subjects could be useful keywords when you search the course catalogue on each education institution website.
Climate Resilience, Science, and the Environment
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Chemical Sciences
Earth Sciences
Environmental Studies
Horticulture
Other Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Other Mixed Field Programmes
Other Natural and Physical Sciences
Economic Resilience and Private Sector
Accountancy
Banking, Finance and Related Fields
Business and Management
Communication and Media Studies
Creative Arts
Economics and Econometrics
Graphic and Design Studies
Management and Commerce
Mathematical Sciences
Other Management and Commerce
Sales and Marketing
Tourism
Education
Curriculum and Education Studies
Education
General Education Programmes
Language and Literature
Other Education
Teacher Education
Food Safety and Agriculture
Agriculture
Biological Sciences
Forestry Studies
Veterinary Studies
Governance
Mixed Field Programmes
Political Science and Policy Studies
Studies in Human Society
Health
Behavioural Science
Dental Studies
Health
Human Welfare Studies and Services
Medical Studies
Nursing
Optical Science
Other Health
Pharmacy
Public Health
Radiography
Rehabilitation Therapies
Infrastructure
Aerospace Engineering and Technology
Architecture and Building
Architecture and Urban Environment
Building
Civil Engineering
Engineering and Related Technologies
Geomatic Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology
Other Engineering and Related Technologies
Process and Resources Engineering
Peace, Security, and Justice
Justice and Law Enforcement
Law
Resilient Societies
Other Society and Culture
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at Canterbury University.
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Law at Victoria University of Wellington
You may study at undergraduate or postgraduate level in New Zealand or at a Pacific University. We recommend these sectors and subjects for eligible students from your country.
PhD applications are only available for study at The University of the South Pacific and Fiji National University.
Note: These subjects could be useful keywords when you search the course catalogue on each education institution website.
Climate Resilience, Science, and the Environment
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Chemical Sciences
Earth Sciences
Environmental Studies
Horticulture
Other Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Other Mixed Field Programmes
Other Natural and Physical Sciences
Economic Resilience and Private Sector
Accountancy
Banking, Finance and Related Fields
Business and Management
Communication and Media Studies
Creative Arts
Economics and Econometrics
Graphic and Design Studies
Management and Commerce
Mathematical Sciences
Other Management and Commerce
Sales and Marketing
Tourism
Governance
Mixed Field Programmes
Political Science and Policy Studies
Studies in Human Society
Information Communications Technology
Computer Science
Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Technology
Information Systems
Information Technology
Other Information Technology
Infrastructure
Aerospace Engineering and Technology
Architecture and Building
Architecture and Urban Environment
Building
Civil Engineering
Engineering and Related Technologies
Geomatic Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology
Other Engineering and Related Technologies
Process and Resources Engineering
Oceans and Fisheries
Natural and Physical Sciences
Peace, Security, and Justice
Law
Resilient Societies
Society and Culture
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at Canterbury University
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Law at Victoria University of Wellington
You may study at undergraduate or postgraduate level in New Zealand or at a Pacific University. We recommend these sectors and subjects for eligible students from your country. We encourage applications from the outer islands. Note: These subjects could be useful keywords when you search the course catalogue on each education institution website.
Climate Resilience, Science, and the Environment
Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Chemical Sciences
Earth Sciences
Environmental Studies
Horticulture
Other Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies
Other Mixed Field Programmes
Other Natural and Physical Sciences
Economic Resilience and Private Sector
Accountancy
Banking, Finance and Related Fields
Business and Management
Communication and Media Studies
Creative Arts
Economics and Econometrics
Graphic and Design Studies
Management and Commerce
Mathematical Sciences
Other Management and Commerce
Sales and Marketing
Tourism
Education
Curriculum and Education Studies
Education
General Education Programmes
Language and Literature
Other Education
Teacher Education
Food Safety and Agriculture
Biological Sciences
Governance
Mixed Field Programmes
Political Science and Policy Studies
Studies in Human Society
Health
Behavioural Science
Dental Studies
Health
Human Welfare Studies and Services
Medical Studies
Nursing
Optical Science
Other Health
Pharmacy
Public Health
Radiography
Rehabilitation Therapies
Information Communications Technology
Computer Science
Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Technology
Information Systems
Information Technology
Other Information Technology
Infrastructure
Aerospace Engineering and Technology
Architecture and Building
Architecture and Urban Environment
Building
Civil Engineering
Engineering and Related Technologies
Geomatic Engineering
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and Technology
Other Engineering and Related Technologies
Process and Resources Engineering
Peace, Security, and Justice
Justice and Law Enforcement
Law
Resilient Societies
Other Society and Culture
Society and Culture
MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at Canterbury University. MFAT does not currently support studies towards the Bachelor of Law at Victoria University of Wellington