Future Skills Academy International1

Future Skills Academy International is a leading New Zealand-based educational institution dedicated to equipping students with industry-relevant skills for the modern workforce. Operating since 2001, the academy offers a range of programs from diplomas to master's degrees, in collaboration with Otago Polytechnic. With a central campus located at 350 Queen Street in Auckland, Future Skills Academy International provides a dynamic learning environment for both domestic and international students.

The institution is renowned for its commitment to producing empowered and employable graduates. It offers a diverse array of programs across various fields, including business, construction, early childhood education, healthcare, hospitality, information technology, and manufacturing and engineering. Future Skills Academy International is a Category 1 provider, as accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA), ensuring high-quality education standards.

Students benefit from a hands-on learning approach, supported by experienced instructors and strong industry partnerships. The academy's central location in Auckland provides students with access to a vibrant city known for its multicultural environment and numerous employment opportunities. Additionally, Future Skills Academy International offers various scholarships to support international students and enhance their educational experience.


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Scholarship

???? Undergraduate Scholarships at Future Skills Academy International (2025 Intake)

1. Bachelor of Applied Management

·         Scholarship Amount: NZD 4,000 per year (total NZD 12,000 over 3 years)

·         Annual Tuition After Scholarship: NZD 18,900

·         Program Duration: 3 years

·         Intakes Available: February, April, July, October

·         Eligibility: Open to international students with an unconditional offer of place

2. Bachelor of Information Technology

·         Scholarship Amount: NZD 4,500 per year (total NZD 13,500 over 3 years)

·         Annual Tuition After Scholarship: NZD 19,400

·         Program Duration: 3 years

·         Intakes Available: February, April, July, October

·         Eligibility: Open to international students with an unconditional offer of place

3. Bachelor of Construction

·         Scholarship Amount: NZD 4,500 per year (total NZD 13,500 over 3 years)

·         Annual Tuition After Scholarship: NZD 19,400

·         Program Duration: 3 years

·         Intakes Available: February, April, July, October

·         Eligibility: Open to international students with an unconditional offer of place

4. New Zealand Diploma in Construction

·         Scholarship Amount: NZD 4,500 per year (total NZD 9,000 over 2 years)

·         Annual Tuition After Scholarship: NZD 19,400

·         Program Duration: 2 years

·         Intakes Available: February, April, July, October

·         Eligibility: Open to international students with an unconditional offer of place

???? General Eligibility Criteria

·         Unconditional Offer of Place: Applicants must have received an unconditional offer from Future Skills Academy International.

·         Enrolment Requirements: Scholarships are granted once the student has enrolled, meaning fees are paid, visa is approved, arrival in New Zealand is completed, and the student has studied the program for more than three weeks.

·         Program Availability: Scholarships are subject to class capacity and program availability.

·         Refund Policy: Students receiving scholarships must not apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or cross credits.

·         Fee Payment: For the Master of Applied Management, a full scholarship of NZD 5,000 will be applied only if full fees are paid. If the student is paying first-year fees only, then a NZD 3,000 scholarship will be granted initially, with the remaining NZD 2,000 applied when the student pays the remaining fees.

???? Application Process

1.      Obtain an Unconditional Offer: Apply to Future Skills Academy International and secure an unconditional offer of place.

2.      Meet Enrolment Requirements: Ensure all enrolment conditions are met, including fee payment and visa approval.

3.      Scholarship Granting: Scholarships will be applied once the student has enrolled and commenced studies.

4.      Program Availability: Confirm that the desired program has available slots and is not at full capacity.

???? Graduate Scholarships in New Zealand (2025)

1. Manaaki New Zealand Government Scholarships

·         Eligibility: Open to international students from eligible countries.

·         Benefits: Covers full tuition fees, living expenses, establishment allowance, round-trip airfare, and medical insurance.

·         Programs Covered: Master’s, PhD, Postgraduate Certificate, and Postgraduate Diploma programs at approved New Zealand institutions.

·         Application Deadline: 28 February 2025.

2. University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship

·         Eligibility: Open to all students applying for a doctoral program at the University of Auckland.

·         Benefits: Provides a tax-free stipend of up to NZD 34,569 per annum (adjusted annually), plus tuition fees and compulsory health insurance.

·         Duration: Up to 36 months of full-time study.

3. William Georgetti Scholarship

·         Eligibility: Applicants must have resided in New Zealand for at least five years and hold a university degree.

·         Benefits: Up to NZD 20,000 per year for Master's study, NZD 30,000 per year for doctoral study, and up to NZD 45,000 per year for study overseas.

·         Duration: Maximum of three years.

4. University of Auckland International Business Masters Scholarship

·         Eligibility: International students enrolling in a master's program at the University of Auckland Business School.

·         Benefits: Up to NZD 32,000 towards tuition fees.

·         Intakes: April and September.

5. AUT International Scholarships – Postgraduate

·         Eligibility: International students from South Asia, Southeast Asia, and North Asia enrolling in postgraduate programs at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).

·         Benefits: Tuition fee scholarships; specific amounts vary by program and faculty.

6. New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships

·         Eligibility: Students from developing Commonwealth countries pursuing postgraduate studies in New Zealand.

·         Benefits: Covers tuition fees, living allowance, establishment allowance, and travel costs.

·         Purpose: Aims to support future global leaders by providing financial support for postgraduate education.

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Eligibility criteria

???? Undergraduate Eligibility Criteria

1. Academic Qualifications:

·         Completion of a recognized senior secondary school qualification (e.g., NCEA Level 3 for New Zealand students, or equivalent international qualifications like A-Levels, CBSE, or IB Diploma).

·         Specific program prerequisites may apply (e.g., Mathematics or Science for certain courses).

2. English Language Proficiency:

·         International students do not require IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo.

·         Future Skills Academy International offers its own English Language Placement Test or may accept evidence of prior education in English-medium institutions.

3. Age Requirement:

·         Applicants must be at least 17 years old at the time of program commencement.

4. Additional Requirements:

·         Valid passport and student visa (for international students).

·         Personal statement or an interview with the university may be required for some programs.

·         Basic computer literacy for tech-based programs.

???? Graduate Eligibility Criteria

1. Academic Qualifications:

·         A completed Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

·         Some programs may require specific majors or prior academic experience related to the field of study.

2. English Language Proficiency:

·         IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo are not required.

·         Applicants must take the institution’s own English language entrance test to demonstrate proficiency, or provide evidence of prior study in English.

3. Work Experience (if applicable):

·         For some professional or applied programs, relevant work experience may be considered an advantage or a requirement.

4. Age Requirement:

·         Applicants must be at least 20 years old or have completed an undergraduate degree (whichever applies first).

5. Additional Requirements:

·         Valid passport and student visa for international applicants.

·         May require a statement of purpose or CV.

·         Some programs may include an interview or portfolio submission.

Accommodation

Visa

University Video

???? Undergraduate Scholarships at Future Skills Academy International (2025 Intake)

1. Bachelor of Applied Management

·         Scholarship Amount: NZD 4,000 per year (total NZD 12,000 over 3 years)

·         Annual Tuition After Scholarship: NZD 18,900

·         Program Duration: 3 years

·         Intakes Available: February, April, July, October

·         Eligibility: Open to international students with an unconditional offer of place

2. Bachelor of Information Technology

·         Scholarship Amount: NZD 4,500 per year (total NZD 13,500 over 3 years)

·         Annual Tuition After Scholarship: NZD 19,400

·         Program Duration: 3 years

·         Intakes Available: February, April, July, October

·         Eligibility: Open to international students with an unconditional offer of place

3. Bachelor of Construction

·         Scholarship Amount: NZD 4,500 per year (total NZD 13,500 over 3 years)

·         Annual Tuition After Scholarship: NZD 19,400

·         Program Duration: 3 years

·         Intakes Available: February, April, July, October

·         Eligibility: Open to international students with an unconditional offer of place

4. New Zealand Diploma in Construction

·         Scholarship Amount: NZD 4,500 per year (total NZD 9,000 over 2 years)

·         Annual Tuition After Scholarship: NZD 19,400

·         Program Duration: 2 years

·         Intakes Available: February, April, July, October

·         Eligibility: Open to international students with an unconditional offer of place

???? General Eligibility Criteria

·         Unconditional Offer of Place: Applicants must have received an unconditional offer from Future Skills Academy International.

·         Enrolment Requirements: Scholarships are granted once the student has enrolled, meaning fees are paid, visa is approved, arrival in New Zealand is completed, and the student has studied the program for more than three weeks.

·         Program Availability: Scholarships are subject to class capacity and program availability.

·         Refund Policy: Students receiving scholarships must not apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or cross credits.

·         Fee Payment: For the Master of Applied Management, a full scholarship of NZD 5,000 will be applied only if full fees are paid. If the student is paying first-year fees only, then a NZD 3,000 scholarship will be granted initially, with the remaining NZD 2,000 applied when the student pays the remaining fees.

???? Application Process

1.      Obtain an Unconditional Offer: Apply to Future Skills Academy International and secure an unconditional offer of place.

2.      Meet Enrolment Requirements: Ensure all enrolment conditions are met, including fee payment and visa approval.

3.      Scholarship Granting: Scholarships will be applied once the student has enrolled and commenced studies.

4.      Program Availability: Confirm that the desired program has available slots and is not at full capacity.

???? Graduate Scholarships in New Zealand (2025)

1. Manaaki New Zealand Government Scholarships

·         Eligibility: Open to international students from eligible countries.

·         Benefits: Covers full tuition fees, living expenses, establishment allowance, round-trip airfare, and medical insurance.

·         Programs Covered: Master’s, PhD, Postgraduate Certificate, and Postgraduate Diploma programs at approved New Zealand institutions.

·         Application Deadline: 28 February 2025.

2. University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship

·         Eligibility: Open to all students applying for a doctoral program at the University of Auckland.

·         Benefits: Provides a tax-free stipend of up to NZD 34,569 per annum (adjusted annually), plus tuition fees and compulsory health insurance.

·         Duration: Up to 36 months of full-time study.

3. William Georgetti Scholarship

·         Eligibility: Applicants must have resided in New Zealand for at least five years and hold a university degree.

·         Benefits: Up to NZD 20,000 per year for Master's study, NZD 30,000 per year for doctoral study, and up to NZD 45,000 per year for study overseas.

·         Duration: Maximum of three years.

4. University of Auckland International Business Masters Scholarship

·         Eligibility: International students enrolling in a master's program at the University of Auckland Business School.

·         Benefits: Up to NZD 32,000 towards tuition fees.

·         Intakes: April and September.

5. AUT International Scholarships – Postgraduate

·         Eligibility: International students from South Asia, Southeast Asia, and North Asia enrolling in postgraduate programs at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).

·         Benefits: Tuition fee scholarships; specific amounts vary by program and faculty.

6. New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships

·         Eligibility: Students from developing Commonwealth countries pursuing postgraduate studies in New Zealand.

·         Benefits: Covers tuition fees, living allowance, establishment allowance, and travel costs.

·         Purpose: Aims to support future global leaders by providing financial support for postgraduate education.

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???? Undergraduate Eligibility Criteria

1. Academic Qualifications:

·         Completion of a recognized senior secondary school qualification (e.g., NCEA Level 3 for New Zealand students, or equivalent international qualifications like A-Levels, CBSE, or IB Diploma).

·         Specific program prerequisites may apply (e.g., Mathematics or Science for certain courses).

2. English Language Proficiency:

·         International students do not require IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo.

·         Future Skills Academy International offers its own English Language Placement Test or may accept evidence of prior education in English-medium institutions.

3. Age Requirement:

·         Applicants must be at least 17 years old at the time of program commencement.

4. Additional Requirements:

·         Valid passport and student visa (for international students).

·         Personal statement or an interview with the university may be required for some programs.

·         Basic computer literacy for tech-based programs.

???? Graduate Eligibility Criteria

1. Academic Qualifications:

·         A completed Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

·         Some programs may require specific majors or prior academic experience related to the field of study.

2. English Language Proficiency:

·         IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo are not required.

·         Applicants must take the institution’s own English language entrance test to demonstrate proficiency, or provide evidence of prior study in English.

3. Work Experience (if applicable):

·         For some professional or applied programs, relevant work experience may be considered an advantage or a requirement.

4. Age Requirement:

·         Applicants must be at least 20 years old or have completed an undergraduate degree (whichever applies first).

5. Additional Requirements:

·         Valid passport and student visa for international applicants.

·         May require a statement of purpose or CV.

·         Some programs may include an interview or portfolio submission.

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