Prime Minister’s Scholarship
Become a global citizen with a Prime Minister’s Scholarship and travel to Latin America this summer.
The Prime Minister's Scholarships for Latin America (PMSLA) are funded by the New Zealand Government and administered by Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao (ENZ). Since 2013, the Scholarships have enabled more than 2,400 New Zealanders to broaden their horizons through life-changing learning experiences in Asia and Latin America.
| Award value: programme fees, flights, visas, insurance, and a contribution towards accommodation and living costs. | Number available: 4 |
| Provider: ENZ | |
| Contact: For queries please email studyabroad@unitec.ac.nz | |
Applications are open
Application deadline: 10 October 2025
Eligibility Criteria
- New Zealand citizen or permanent resident
- At least 18 years old at the date of applying
- Not an immediate relative of an Education New Zealand staff member or selection panel member
- Medically fit to travel
- Able to attend the full duration of your proposed programme overseas
- Eligible for an entry visa into your host country (Mexico)
- Have not previously received a Prime Minister's Scholarship (Individual or Group)
- Be enrolled in a full time programme at Unitec
- Completed a minimum of 2 semesters at Unitec
- Maintain an average grade of B or above
Program details
- Host Institution - Tec de Monterrey, Mexico
- Location - Monterrey or Querétaro, Mexico
- Program options - Spanish + Mexican Culture or Spanish + Business in Mexico
- Duration - 4th January 2026 to 1st Feb 2026 (4 weeks)
- Stand alone program - This program will not be cross credited towards your study at Unitec
- Open to eligible students from all areas of study at Unitec
