Delivery at Levels 7 (degree) and above on the NZQCF (DQ7+) Fund

Delivery at Levels 7 (degree) and above on the NZQCF (DQ7+) Fund

Last updated 15 May 2023
Last updated 15 May 2023

The Delivery at Levels 7 (degree) and above on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (DQ7+) Fund is the Government’s contribution towards the cost of teaching and learning services for students enrolled at a tertiary education organisation (TEO) and studying towards a qualification listed on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF) at Level 7 (degree) or above.

The funding helps ensure New Zealand has graduates who contribute to the knowledge economy and society, supports stronger linkages between TEOs and with business, to drive productivity, and to meet labour market demand.

Delivery on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework comprises the following funds:

  • Delivery at Levels 1 and 2 on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework Fund
  • Delivery at Levels 3–7 (non-degree) on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework and all industry training (DQ 3-7) Fund, and
  • Delivery at Levels 7 (degree) and above on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (DQ7+) Fund.

Information on this page relates to DQ7+ funding.

For details on TEO eligibility requirements, including specific requirements for tertiary education institutions (TEIs), see funding conditions for the relevant year, including historical funding conditions.