DILI, 11 january 2024 (TATOLI) – The Government of New Zealand, through its Embassy in Dili has officially announced the 12 newest recipients of a prestigious Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship.
The New Zealand Embassy congratulates the 12 recipients of a prestigious Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship.
“These scholarships will equip scholars with new skills, knowledge, and experiences, to assist them as they work for Timor-Leste’s social and economic development,” said in a statement.
The twelve scholars will depart this month to commence their tertiary scholarship at world-class New Zealand universities.
A pre-departure briefing was held on 9 january to thank the scholars for choosing New Zealand, to acknowledge their success in the selection from a very competitive field of applicants, and to wish them the very best for their upcoming degree studies.
New Zealand Scholarships are prestigious scholarships for international students from developing countries to study in New Zealand. The scholarships foster and build potential leaders, as well as equip individuals with skills and knowledge to benefit their country.
Studying with a New Zealand Scholarship is a great opportunity for personal and academic growth, unique experiences, and career development.
Listed below are the names of the 12 newest Manaaki Scholarship recipients:
- Peregrina Amaral – Master of Commerce (Information Systems) – Victoria University of Wellington
- Agostinha V. Maria – Bachelor of Science (Human Nutrition) – Massey University
- Antonio Ladjar – Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science – University of Waikato
- Bernadete Cencia Lay – Master of Health – Victoria University of Wellington
- Eurosia Maria da Costa – Master of Education – Victoria University of Wellington
- Feliciana Maria Correia – Master of Water Science and Management – University of Canterbury
- Marciana Guterres – Bachelor of Commerce (marketing) – University of Canterbury
- Maria Dos Reis – Master of Disaster Management – University of Auckland
- Nossa Natalia da Silva – Bachelor of Education – Auckland University of Technology
- Teresinha do Menino dos Santos – Master of Water Science and Management – University of Canterbury
- Duarte Ximenes – Master of Disaster Risk Management and Development – Auckland University of Technology
- Fidel de Castro Guterres – Master of Marine Conservation – University of Auckland
WOULD YOU LIKE TO JOIN THESE SCHOLARS AND STUDY IN NEW ZEALAND NEXT YEAR?
If so – here is your chance to apply!
The 2024 tertiary Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships portal will open on the 1st of February and close on the 29th of February 2024. To familiarize yourself with the application process, please visit: https://www.nzscholarships.govt.nz/category/
Journalist: Camilio de Sousa
Editor: Filomeno Martins
