When it comes to studying abroad and in a different country like Papua New Guinea, it can be a taxing moment when it comes down to researching what available scholarships there are to pursue. From government grants, to university entrance scholarships that are handed out upon sending in the submission admissions application.
We will break down what scholarships and fellowships are available in each country, along with the title of those scholarships. This way it can be much easier during a student’s research when they decide to look up the full details of that scholarship to see if they are an eligible match.
Along with scholarships, we will place any internships or work-study programs that may be readily available for international students.
Below is a list of scholarships available to both domestic citizens of Papua New Guinea and international students interested in studying in the country.
Scholarships in Papua New Guinea:
- Eiffel Scholarships in France for International Students
- KTH Scholarships
- University of Geneva Excellence Masters Fellowships
- University of Twente Scholarships (UTS)
- Radboud Scholarship Program for International Students
- Uppsala University Global Scholarships
- Taught Master’s Scholarships
- Obama Foundation Scholarships Program for International Students
- U.S. South Pacific Scholarship Program
- Papua New Guinea (Chevening Scholarship)
- New Zealand Pacific Scholarships (NZPS)
- Novus Biologicals Scholarships
- Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program
- Walter Mersh Strong Scholarship for Papua New Guinea
- Study in Papua New Guinea – Scholarships Awards
- Papua New Guinea Australia Awards
- The New Zealand Aid Program
Student Visa in Papua New Guinea
When it comes to a student visa, students will need to have the correct documentation to show they are a resident or citizen of the current country they live in.
Yes, international students will need to acquire a student visa before arriving in Papua New Guinea. As standard procedure it is easier on the student to acquire a student visa before arriving so there is no problems with crossing the border into the country. At times, it can be difficult for student upon arrival if they do not have all of their paperwork stating which university they are attending in Papua New Guinea, or what they intend to study. Along with not having a student visa to all the student to stay the full academic term.
Learn the Local Language
This is one of the bigger points for any country. Each country releases a huge amount of ‘language scholarships’ that is dedicated to the students who are currently learning the local language and who intend to pursue a higher education in the cultural history of Papua New Guinea.
Each country will have a language proficiency exam to place ethe student in classes where they are familiar with the language. This is a regular occurrence to ensure that the student does not immediately fall behind in their coursework because simply they do not understand the language.
Most universities will place international students into free language programs so the students can begin basic level exercises to help them to learn the local or official language of the country.
