VOLUNTARY EDUCATION STUDY ASSISTANCE

Semester Three, 2023 applications are being accepted. You may submit your request for funding within 90 days of your study start date. Apply online (ILP) at Training & Education, New Zealand Defence College (NZDC), Learning Toolkit VESA Application (e-form).

Applicants should be aware of their responsibilities prior to making an application, IAW Defence Manual of Learning (DMoL), Part C, Chapter 2: Voluntary Education Study Assistance. This chapter of the DMoL and its subordinate process manual, replaces SADFO 3/2016 in relation to study that starts on or after 01 July 2023.

Other than a new policy to govern eligibility and study criteria, as mentioned above, VESA has:

• Increased postgraduate and undergraduate funding limits

• Introduced the option to study micro-credentials at Level 4 or higher, that sit on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework

Prior to starting the application process, applicants are to:

Confirm the level of study is right for them with Defence Learning, NZDC

• Advise their 1-UP of their study intentions

• Provide supporting paperwork including study documentation from the official learning provider website (ready to attach to your e-form application)

Contact your local Adult Learning Tutor, Defence Learning, who can assist you with your application. If you have any queries, please email our Tertiary Services & Support Advisor at nzdcdlearnvesa@nzdf.mil.nz