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Will my industrial experience make me eligible for scholarships for Masters abroad in New Zealand?

18 Aug 2026 · Answered by Vishnu priyanga · 1 min read
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It depends. Your industrial experience can strengthen your eligibility for certain master's scholarships abroad, especially those that value or require relevant work experience.

- Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships require at least 1 year of full-time (or 2 years part-time) work experience for postgraduates, with preference for applicants whose studies align with their job background.
- Some university scholarships, like the Ian Gordon Master's Scholarship, also consider relevant experience.
- Other scholarships may focus on academic interests or fields and may not require work experience.

Your background in engineering and business is likely to be relevant for many scholarships in those fields.

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