January Scholarships Update
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Website:
www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships
SCHOLARSHIPS OFFICE
WEB:
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LOCATION:
We are located on Level one of the Student Centre – Te Manawa, Hamilton Campus (opposite Bennetts Bookstore)
Ph:+64 7 838 4489
Email:[email protected]
PAPER APPLICATIONS:
Hamilton – applications can be dropped into the Scholarships Office reception, Student Information desk (Level two Student
Centre – Te Manawa, or deposited in the red drop box beside their counter.
Tauranga – applications can be dropped into the Information Centre at either the Bongard Centre or the Windermere Campus.
Handy hint:
Before applying for any scholarship, please read the regulations thoroughly to ensure that you meet all the eligibility criteria.
SCHOLARSHIPS OF THE MONTH
Bartlett Scholarship (Please apply online)
Closing date 31 January 2016
Level: School Leavers
The Bartlett Scholarship is open to school leavers enrolling in a course offered through the Waikato Management
School who will take at least one accounting paper in their first year of study. Further information and application
forms can be found on our Scholarships website (www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships).
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Buckley Scholarship (Please apply online)
Closing date 31 January 2016
Level: School Leaver
This Scholarship was established in 2010 by the late Constance Bartlett (nee Buckley) in memory of her husband
John Bartlett, to support Accounting students in the Waikato Management School. Further information and
application forms can be found on our Scholarships website (www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships).
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Brian Smith Memorial Entrance Scholarship (Please apply online)
Closing date 31 January 2016
Level: School Leaver / Undergraduate
The Brian Smith Memorial Entrance Scholarship has a value of $1,800, and is awarded to a student studying in
their first year in an undergraduate degree at the Waikato Management School at the University of Waikato in
2016.
Further information and application forms are available from our website (www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships).
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SCHOLARSHIPS TO WATCH FOR
New Zealand Aid Programme Awards for Postgraduate Field Research(Universities NZ)
Closing date 1 February 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT), is making available Postgraduate Field Research Awards to assist Masters and
Doctoral students meet a proportion of their travel expenses and associated costs in carrying out field research in developing
countries. Further information and application forms are available from the UNZ website www.universitiesnz.ac.nz.
Applicants should contact Gwenda Pennington, [email protected] in the Scholarships Office before applying.
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University of Waikato Academic Merit School Leavers Scholarship
Closing date for gap year applications: 8 February 2016
Level: School Leaver
Scholarship regulations for school leavers (plus application forms for gap-year students only) can be found on our website
www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships.
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Vice-Chancellor’s Academic Excellence School Leavers Scholarship
Closing date for gap year applications: 8 February 2016
Level: School Leaver
Scholarship regulations for school leavers (plus application forms for gap-year students only) can be found on our website
www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships.
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Hilary Jolly Memorial Scholarship (Please apply online)
Closing date: 15 February 2016
Levels: Graduate / Postgraduate
The Scholarship is open to domestic and international students for applications from full-time masters, or doctoral students in
any field of Freshwater Ecology at the University of Waikato. The Scholarship is tenable for up to two years, and has a value of
up to $6,000 p.a. for master degree students, and is tenable for up to three years, and has a value of up to $15,000 p.a. for
doctoral students.
Further information and application forms can be found on our website www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships.
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The Golden Key International Honour Society Waikato Chapter
We are one of two Chapters of Golden Key in New Zealand, our society
recognises and promotes Academic excellence in over 400 Universities worldwide.
The Waikato Chapter is involved with volunteer work, academic improvement and fostering leadership skills.
As a Golden Key member you have access to a variety of scholarships throughout the year, these can be applied for via this link,
http://www.goldenkey.org/scholarships-awards/listing/
For more information about our chapter and activities planned for B Semester, please go to our Facebook page
http://www.facebook.com/GoldenKeyWaikato
or email Annie West (President) at
[email protected].
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Looking for further funding to support your study? The Generosity New Zealand Funding Information Service offers the
givME website http://generosity.org.nz/ (formerly BreakOut)
Please note that givME is a subscriber service; checking it from a ‘private’ computer can cost a lot!
We strongly recommend that you use a University of Waikato computer, as we pay a ‘blanket’ subscription.
If you don't have access to a University computer, access givME from a site that already pays a subscription, e.g. a
public library.
Tauranga students can also access the givMe website from the University of Waikato campus in Tauranga.
Just log on using your student ID, go to the University of Waikato Scholarships website, select ‘Search for Scholarships’,
the ‘Other funding’ and click on ‘Generosity New Zealand”, and start answering the questions. Your answers will
shorten the list to those awards you might be eligible for (instead of all of the thousands on this amazing web-site!).
International students will find it particularly helpful that, under the section ‘This is also relevant to me’,
they can filter the list to show awards open to international students.
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Scholarships Currently Open for Application
Please note: We have tried to indicate the ‘Level’ of each award. Please treat this information as a guide only; you still need to
check the regulations to confirm your eligibility.
Reserve Bank of New Zealand University Scholarships
Closing date: 14 January 2016
Level: Undergraduate / Graduate / Postgraduate
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is now offering two $10,000 Scholarships each year to students who are majoring in
economics, finance or banking and who are entering their Honours, Masters or final year of PhD study. Students must have
attained at least a B+ average.
In addition to the ten thousand dollars, an offer of employment is provided at the completion of your qualification.
International students, legally entitled to work in New Zealand, are welcome to apply.
Further
information
and
application
forms
are
available
from
the
Reserve
Bank
website
http://www.rbnz.govt.nz/grads/scholar/.
The Odyssey Travel Equity & Merit Scholarship
Closing date: 15 January 2016
Level: Undergraduate / Graduate / Postgraduate
The Odyssey Scholarship is focused on offering financial assistance for students of proven academic capability who are
experiencing financial hardship and may be forced to withdraw from their studies. For the 2016 academic year, Odyssey will
offer scholarships to a maximum of AUD$10,000 to each student. Applicants must be full-time at an Australian or New Zealand
University and completed their first year of study.
Further information and application forms are available from https://www.odysseytraveller.com//tour/university-scholarships
Te Rau Matatini Scholarships
Closing date: 15 January 2016
Level: Undergraduate / Postgraduate
Te Rau Matatini offer several scholarships:
 Henry Rongomau Bennett Maori Health Leadership Scholarships
 Hoe Tahi Addiction and Methamphetamine Scholarships
 Hoe Whā Problem Gambling Undergraduate Scholarships
Please visit their website www.matatini.co.nz for further information on these scholarships.
Henry Rongomau Bennett Health Leadership Scholarships
Closing date: 15 January 2016
Level: Undergraduate / Postgraduate
This Scholarship Programme has been established with funding from the Ministry of Health. The overall purpose of the
Scholarships is to develop and build leadership in Māori mental health, competence in Te Ao Māori, and excellence in mental
health. The undergraduate Scholarships range from $1,000 - $5,000, while the postgraduate Scholarships range from $1,000 $10,000. The selection panel seeks the following:
 Demonstrated leadership in Maori health
 Active involvement in Māori community activity
 Support from whānau/hapu, iwi and/or the Māori community
 The applicant’s academic record
Further information and application forms can be found on Te Rau Matatini’s website www.matatini.co.nz.
Ngāti Whakaue Education Trust Scholarship
Closing date: Applications open mid-January 2016
Level: Graduate
This fund has been made available by the Ngāti Whakaue Education trust (NWET) for Postgraduate studies related to the
business of Ngāti Whakaue Tribal Lands Incorporation – these cover such areas Business, Agribusiness incl. science related
study, Accounting and the Environment. Applicants must be a graduate of a NZ University AND be of Ngāti Whakaue Descent.
For further information and an application form, visit http://www.ngatiwhakaue-eetb.org.nz/
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BPW Franklin Inc – Study Award
Closing date: 20 January 2016
Level: Undergraduate / Graduate / Postgraduate
This Study Award will be presented to a woman who is undertaking a course at a recognised University, Polytechnic or College
of Education in New Zealand or retraining following an absence from employment. The applicant must be a past or present
resident of the Franklin area. The Study Award has a value of $3,000.
For further information and an application form, contact [email protected] or visit www.bpwfranklin.org.nz or email
[email protected]
Reserve Bank of New Zealand Māori and Pacific Island Scholarship
Closing date: 21 January 2016
Level: Undergraduate / Graduate / Postgraduate
This Reserve Bank Scholarship is open to Māori and Pacific Island university students who have completed economics, finance
and banking studies at the 100 level (completed 1st year of university), who attained at least a B+ grade and who intend to
continue studying to Honours level. Applicants must be studying full time at a New Zealand university. The Scholarship will be
continued for the original holder up to honours level (4th year) providing the holder continues to perform to the required
standard.
The Scholarship is valued at $1,500 in the first year, is increased to $2,500 in the second year and to $3,500 in the final year of
study. A mentoring programme is included.
Further
information
and
application
forms
are
available
from
the
Reserve
Bank
website
http://www.rbnz.govt.nz/grads/scholar/
Aniva Scholarships (formerly the Pacific Health Workforce Awards)
Closing date: 22 January 2016
Level: Undergraduate / Graduate
The Aniva Scholarships contribute to improving access to health services for Pacific peoples by assisting the development of
the Pacific health and disability workforce. Applicants must be a NZ citizen or Permanent resident at the time of application,
be enrolled in a health related course/qualification, enrolled in an approved NZQA accredited tertiary provider in NZ and
provide evidence of Pacific Island descent.
For further information and the online application, visit http://www.health.govt.nz/our-work/populations/pacifichealth/aniva-scholarships-2016
Cerebral Palsy Society Academic Grants
Closing date: 22 January 2016
Level: Undergraduate / Graduate / Postgraduate
The Cerebral Palsy Society invites members with cerebral palsy, studying at University for a Bachelors degree or higher, who
have passed a successful year at this level, to apply for the Society’s Academic Grants.
For further information and an application form, visit http://www.cerebralpalsy.org.nz/academic-grants/
Ngā Mātarae Scholarship – (Sponsored by Port of Tauranga Ltd)
Closing date: 27 January 2016
Level: Undergraduate
The Nga Matarae Charitable Trust are pleased to offer the Ngā Mātarae Scholarship Programme. The Trust is a partnership
between the Port and Tauranga iwi with the primary purpose to promote the wellbeing of Te Awanui Tauranga Harbour. The
scholarship is open to students undertaking study in a discipline that will benefit the wellbeing of the harbour and who are
descendants of Tauranga Moana iwi (Ngāti Ranginui, Ngāi Te Rangi and Ngāti Pūkenga) are invited to apply. The scholarship is
for the 2016 academic year for a period of up to three years tertiary education at a recognised NZ tertiary institute for a first
degree.
Further information and an application form are available from [email protected] or [email protected],
ph (07) 572 8878.
Barbara Wood Memorial Foundation Scholarships
Closing date 29 January 2016
Level: Undergraduate / Graduate / Postgraduate
The Barbara Wood Memorial Foundation offers financial assistance to provide training opportunities for students in New
Zealand or the Pacific Islands. The scholarships are available to tertiary students, both female and male, who were born in the
South Pacific region, which not only includes the island nations of the Pacific but also New Zealand and Australia. Students born
in the South Pacific wishing to study in New Zealand or anywhere in the South Pacific are eligible to apply for the scholarship.
The Scholarships have a value of up to $1,000 a year. Recipients who are successful in any one year, can reapply in a subsequent
year.
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Further information and application forms are available from the New Zealand Federation of Women's Institutes (Inc) website
http://www.wi.org.nz/Site/Scholarships/BW_Memorial_Foundation.aspx.
Bartlett Scholarship (Apply online)
Closing date 31 January 2016
Level: School Leavers
The Bartlett Scholarship is open to school leavers enrolling in a course offered through the Waikato Management School who
will take at least one accounting paper in their first year of study. The value of the Scholarship is up to $1,500 and is awarded
primarily on the basis of academic merit as demonstrated through secondary school results. Financial circumstances will also
be taken into consideration.
Further information and application forms can be found on our Scholarships website (www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships).
Buckley Scholarship (Apply online)
Closing date 31 January 2016
Level: School Leaver
This Scholarship was established in 2010 by the late Constance Bartlett (nee Buckley) in memory of her husband John Bartlett,
to support Accounting students in the Waikato Management School. The Scholarship shall be awarded annually to a school
leaver enrolling in the Waikato Management School at the University of Waikato for their first year of full-time study, who is
taking at least one paper in Accounting in the year of tenure.
Further information and application forms can be found on our Scholarships website (www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships).
Brian Smith Memorial Entrance Scholarship (Apply online)
Closing date 31 January 2016
Level: School Leaver / Undergraduate
The Brian Smith Memorial Entrance Scholarship has a value of $1,800, and is awarded to a student studying in their first year
in an undergraduate degree at the Waikato Management School at the University of Waikato in 2016. This Scholarship is
awarded on the basis of academic merit and character, community involvement, and financial need.
Further information and application forms are available from our website (www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships).
C. Alma Baker Trust Postgraduate Scholarships
Closing date 1 February 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
The Scholarships are available to students enrolled or enrolling in masters or doctoral thesis programmes in the fields of
agriculture, agriculture-related technologies, or the study of rural society. The values of the Scholarships are currently $13,000
for masters and $20,000pa (for up to three years) for doctoral students. Candidates must be New Zealand citizens and
graduates of a New Zealand University.
Application forms can be downloaded from this link http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/admission/scholarships-bursariesawards/other-scholarships/search-results/search-results_home.cfm?scholarship_id=27&hide_back=1&page=award_display
Heartland Bank Freemasons Scholarships
Closing date: TBC
Level: School Leavers
The Heartland Bank Freemasons Scholarships are provided annually by the Heartland Bank under the auspices of Freemasons
New Zealand and are administered by the Freemasons Charity. These scholarships are to assist children and grandchildren of
Freemasons, who are able students, and are active in their communities.
New Zealand Aid Programme Awards for Postgraduate Field Research (Universities NZ)
Closing date 1 February 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT), is making available Postgraduate Field Research Awards to assist Masters
and Doctoral students meet a proportion of their travel expenses and associated costs in carrying out field research in
developing countries. The goal of the Award is to support New Zealand students on development issues or relevance to the
New Zealand Aid Programme and to foster capacity (development field knowledge and research skills) of future New Zealand
development professionals. The value of the award is up to NZ$4,000 for Masters and up to NZ$6,000 for Doctoral
programmes.
Further information and application forms are available from the UNZ website www.universitiesnz.ac.nz.
Applicants should contact Gwenda Pennington, [email protected] in the Scholarships Office before applying.
Tess Embling Memorial Scholarship (Apply online)
Closing date: 1 February 2016
Level: Graduate
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This Scholarship was established to commemorate the spirited life and achievements of Tess Embling. It is designed to
encourage and reward students who share the passion and enthusiasm that Tess had for her studies. The Scholarship is open
to students enrolling or enrolled (either full-time or part-time) in the first year of a Master’s degree in the Faculty of Science
and Engineering at the University of Waikato. Preference will be given to students studying in the fields of biological or
environmental science. The Scholarship will have a value of up to $1,500.
Further information and application forms can be found on our website www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships
Beef & Lamb New Zealand Undergraduate Scholarship
Closing date: 7 February 2016
Level: School Leaver / Undergraduate
This Scholarship was established to help students study towards a bachelor’s degree and an honours year. The experience will
give them the knowledge and skills they need to support a thriving sheep and beef industry in New Zealand. The scholarship
can be used towards study at Massey, Lincoln and Waikato Universities in agriculture, science (including food technology),
business and social science disciplines that lead to careers in the livestock, meat and related agribusiness sectors. Scholarships
are for up to four years and pay the full annual tuition fees, up to $5,000 a year.
For further and an application form, visit http://www.beeflambnz.com/people/scholarships/undergraduate-scholarship/
The University of Waikato Academic Merit School Leaver Scholarship
Closing date: 8 February 2016
Level: School Leaver
For most candidates there is no application form. They will be considered automatically.
Candidates who took a ‘gap year’ in 2015 will not be considered automatically. ‘Gap year’ candidates must use the form on
our website to apply for one of a number of contestable Scholarships.
To be considered for this Scholarship, ‘gap year’ applicants will need to meet all eligibility criteria apart from completing
secondary school in 2015.
This Scholarship is one of two awards offered by the University of Waikato to recognise academic merit and excellence in NCEA,
CIE, or IB. The $3,000 Merit Scholarship can be applied towards either tuition fees or the charges for accommodation in a
University hall of residence.
Candidates must:
 Be a New Zealand: citizen, permanent resident or temporary permit holder, OR be an Australian citizen
 Have achieved the required entry qualifications while studying at a New Zealand or Australian secondary school in
2015 and meets all other criteria of the scholarship
 Have achieved University Entrance
 Have achieved the NCEA Level 3 Certificate with a Merit endorsement, or equivalent, through a New Zealand school
 Apply to enrol at the University of Waikato by the application deadline for new students
 Apply to study as a full-time student (in a minimum of 120 points, usually eight papers) in an undergraduate degree
 Be enrolling at the University for the first time in 2016, and commencing study in the first semester of 2016
Further information and application forms (for ‘gap year’ candidates only) are available from the Scholarships website
(www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships).
Vice Chancellor’s Academic Excellence School Leaver Scholarship
Closing date: 8 February 2016
Level: School Leaver
For most candidates there is no application form. They will be considered automatically.
Candidates who took a ‘gap year’ in 2015 will not be considered automatically. ‘Gap year’ candidates must use the form on
our website to apply for one of a number of contestable Scholarships.
To be considered for this Scholarship, ‘gap year’ applicants will need to meet all eligibility criteria apart from completing
secondary school in 2015.
This Scholarship is one of two awards offered by the University of Waikato to recognise academic excellence and merit in NCEA,
CIE, or IB. The $5,000 Excellence Scholarship can be applied towards either tuition fees or the charges for accommodation in a
University hall of residence.
Candidates must:
 Be a New Zealand: citizen, permanent resident or temporary permit holder, OR be an Australian citizen
 Have achieved the required entry qualifications while studying at a New Zealand or Australian secondary school in
2015 and meets all other criteria of the scholarship
 Have achieved University Entrance
 Have achieved the NCEA Level 3 Certificate with an Excellence endorsement, or equivalent, through a New Zealand
school
 Apply to enrol at the University of Waikato by the application deadline for new students
 Apply to study as a full-time student (in a minimum of 120 points, usually eight papers) in an undergraduate degree
 Be enrolling at the University for the first time in 2016, and commencing study in the first semester of 2016
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Further information and application forms (for ‘gap year’ candidates only) are available from the Scholarships website
(www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships).
Zonta Science Awards
Closing date: 8 February 2016
Level: Post-doctoral
This award if a post-doctoral Award for New Zealand women scientists. The Award is aimed at an emerging scientist rather
than someone well-established. Preference is given to women within seven years of obtaining PhD, working or studying within
the STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, mathematics). The award has a value of $15,000 cash and $3,000 towards
overseas travel and a commemorative medal.
For further information and application form, visit http://www.zontascience.org.nz/ or email [email protected].
Puke Ariki - George Mason Charitable Trust Scholarship
Closing date 12 February 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
This scholarship is to be awarded to advance the study of the natural environment, archaeology and social history of the
Taranaki region e.g. biological sciences, earth sciences, geology, archaeology or anthropology. The scholarship supports the
studies of students with links to Taranaki and/or research relating to Taranaki’s natural history. The value of the award is up to
$5,000.
For further information email [email protected] or contact Andrew Moffat 06 759 0860 or email
[email protected].
Hilary Jolly Memorial Scholarship (Apply online)
Closing date: 15 February 2016
Levels: Graduate / Postgraduate
The Scholarship is open to domestic and international students for applications from full-time masters, or doctoral students in
any field of Freshwater Ecology at the University of Waikato. The Scholarship is tenable for up to two years, and has a value of
up to $6,000 p.a. for master degree students, and is tenable for up to three years, and has a value of up to $15,000 p.a. for
doctoral students.
Further information and application forms can be found on our website www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships.
Te Mana o Te Awa Scholarships
Closing date: 22 February 2016
Level: Undergraduate / Postgraduate
Te Mana o Te Awa Scholarships aim to grow the collective expertise of Whanganui Iwi to contribute to and enhance the
health and well-being of the Whanganui River (Te Awa Tupua) and Whanganui Iwi. In addition to being descendants of
Whanganui Iwi, applicants for this Scholarship are eligible if they are pursuing a recognised tertiary qualification in one or
more of the following priority areas:
 Environmental Sciences
 Natural Resources
 Environmental Law
 Planning
 Accounting
 Business Management and Administration
Up to seven scholarships are offered annually – Four undergraduate scholarships valued at $3,000 and three postgraduate
scholarships valued at $10,000.
Further information and an application form, email [email protected].
Puke Ariki Trust Scholarship
Closing date: 26 February 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
The Scholarship is awarded to advance the study of the social history of the Taranaki region; including students of (but not
exclusively) anthropology, archaeology, history, museum studies, art history and Māori studies. The scholarship is intended
to encourage research that will enrich the extensive heritage collections within Puke Ariki and add to the body of knowledge
relating specifically to Taranaki. The research will have a significant component that relates to interpreting objects or archival
documents from the heritage collection of Puke Ariki.
For further information email [email protected] or Andrew Moffat 06 759 0860 or email
[email protected].
Tauranga Chamber of Commerce Business Scholarship (Apply online)
Closing date: 26 February 2016
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Level: Postgraduate
This fees Scholarship is for people who own or are employed by a business which is a member of the Tauranga Chamber of
Commerce who wish to study at the Tauranga Campus towards a postgraduate diploma in management studies (PgDipMgtSt).
Further information and application forms can be found on our website www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships.
FMB Reynolds Scholarship in Law to Oxford (Universities NZ)
Closing date 28 February 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
The purpose of the Scholarship is to assist NZ citizens or permanent residents who have completed the requirements for an
LLB to commence postgraduate study in Law at the University of Oxford. Candidates must have already applied for a place in
a postgraduate programme in Law at Oxford. The current value of the one-year Scholarship, which can normally be held with
other funding, is up to $8,000.
Further information and application forms are available from the UNZ website www.universitiesnz.ac.nz.
Applicants should contact Gwenda Pennington, [email protected] in the Scholarships Office before applying.
Lawson Robinson Hawke’s Bay A&P Scholarship
Closing date: 28 February 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
The Scholarship, offered by Lawson Robinson and the Hawke’s Bay A&P Society, aims to recognise outstanding academic and
leadership qualities in a student currently enrolled in a full-time land base production industries programme at a New Zealand
University at graduate or postgraduate level. The Scholarship has a value of $3,000 which will be paid towards their course
fees.
For further information and an application form, email [email protected]
Dune Restoration Trust of New Zealand Post Graduate Study Award
Closing date: 29 February 2016
Level: Postgraduate
The purpose of this award is to provide funds to assist with an individual’s post graduate level research to improve knowledge
in the field of coastal dune restoration. The study award has a value of up $2,000, and is available to NZ citizens and permanent
residents only.
For further information and application form, email [email protected]
Waikato-Tainui Tertiary Education Grants
Closing date 29 February 2016
Level: Undergraduate / Graduate / Postgraduate
A number of educational grants are offered to students with Tainui affiliations. For further information, including eligibility
criteria and application forms, visit http://www.waikatotainui.com/opportunities/education-grants-scholarships/.
Gordon Watson Scholarship (Universities NZ)
Closing date 1 March 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
Candidates for the Scholarship must hold a top class honours degree, or degree in theology, from a university in New Zealand.
The purpose of the Scholarship is to allow the holder to study (overseas) questions of international relationships or social and
economic conditions, at Masters or PhD level. Winners must return to New Zealand at the conclusion of their studies.
Each Scholarship shall be awarded for a term of up to three years to be spent at a university or universities in Britain, Europe,
Asia, or America. The current value of the Scholarship is $12,000 per annum.
Further information and application forms are available from the UNZ website www.universitiesnz.ac.nz.
Applicants should contact Gwenda Pennington, [email protected] in the Scholarships Office before applying.
Judith Clark Memorial Fellowship (Universities NZ)
Closing date 1 March 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
The Judith Clark Memorial Fellowships have been established to assist recent music graduates undertake a special short-term
project that will have long term benefits for their future professional careers as musicians. Projects which will be considered
by the selection committee include attendance at a reputable summer school or summer academy, or auditions for a longerterm postgraduate study programme. The committee will also consider application for other short-term projects and will assess
them on their merits. The range of individual award values available is between $5,000 - $15,000.
Further information and application forms are available from the UNZ website (www.universitiesnz.ac.nz).
Prospective applicants should contact Gwenda ([email protected]) in the Scholarships Office before applying.
Kiwi Music Scholarship (Universities NZ)
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Closing date 1 March 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
This Scholarship is to assist outstanding New Zealand musical performers or conductors who have completed, or are completing
an honours or masters degree in musical performance in New Zealand to continue their musical development either overseas
or in New Zealand. The Scholarship will be awarded for classical instrumental performance (including vocal performance) or
conducting. The Scholarship funds available range from $50,000 to $60,000.
Further information and application forms are available from the UNZ website www.universitiesnz.ac.nz.
Applicants should contact Gwenda Pennington, [email protected] in the Scholarships Office before applying.
LB Wood Travelling Scholarship (Universities NZ)
Closing date 1 March 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
The Scholarship is available to graduates of any university in New Zealand from any faculty provided that application for the
Scholarship is made within three years from the date of graduation.
The Scholarship shall be offered each year and shall be of the annual value of $3,000 payable by half-yearly instalments, as a
supplement to some other postgraduate scholarship held by scholars for the purposes of their studies in Britain. Each
Scholarship shall be tenable for not more than three years at a university or institution of university rank in Britain.
Further information and application forms are available from the UNZ website www.universitiesnz.ac.nz.
Applicants should contact Gwenda Pennington, [email protected] in the Scholarships Office before applying.
New Zealand Law Foundation Ethel Benjamin Scholarship for Women (Universities NZ)
Closing date 1 March 2016
Level: Postgraduate
This award was established to support postgraduate research in Law that encompasses the wider objectives of the NZ Law
Foundation, in particular research that will protect and promote the interests of the public in relation to legal matters in New
Zealand.
A Scholarship may be awarded to any woman scholar who is the holder of a New Zealand university law degree and is accepted
into a postgraduate course in law at either a New Zealand or an overseas university acceptable to the Selection Committee.
The Scholarships range in value from $20,000 (for study in NZ) up to $50,000 (for study overseas).
Further information and application forms are available from the UNZ website www.universitiesnz.ac.nz.
Applicants should contact Gwenda Pennington, [email protected] in the Scholarships Office before applying.
Patricia Pratt Scholarship in Musical Performance (Universities NZ)
Closing date 1 March 2016
Level: Graduate
The purpose of the Scholarship is to assist outstanding New Zealand musical performers who have completed an honours
degree in musical performance in New Zealand to continue their musical development (beyond honours level) at a renowned
international music school or conservatorium. The Scholarship will be awarded for classical music performance including vocal
or instrumental performance or conducting.
The value of the Scholarship is up to US$30,000 per annum and may be used for travel, tuition and residence expenses.
Further information and application forms are available from the UNZ website www.universitiesnz.ac.nz.
Applicants should contact Gwenda Pennington, [email protected] in the Scholarships Office before applying.
Shirtcliffe Fellowship (Universities NZ)
Closing date 1 March 2016
Level: Postgraduate
The purpose of the Shirtcliffe Fellowships is to assist students of outstanding ability and character who are graduates of a
university in New Zealand, in the continuation of their studies in New Zealand or the Commonwealth.
The Fellowships shall be open to New Zealand citizens who are ordinarily resident in New Zealand and who:
1. Are candidates for a doctoral scholarship awarded by a New Zealand university; and
2. Whose degree is awarded in any faculty or school which, if that degree had been available in 1935, would in the
opinion of Universities New Zealand - Te Pōkai Tara be expected to have been awarded following a course of study in
one or other of the Faculties of Arts, Science, Law, Commerce or Agriculture.
The Fellowship is currently awarded to one scholar per year at a value of $5,000 per annum for up to three years.
Further information and application forms are available from the UNZ website www.universitiesnz.ac.nz.
Applicants should contact Gwenda Pennington, [email protected] in the Scholarships Office before applying.
Todd Foundation Awards for Excellence (Universities NZ)
Closing date 1 March 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
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The Todd Foundation Awards for Excellence are open for applications from students who hold a degree or diploma (or who
are currently in their final year of study for such a tertiary qualification) and now wish to undertake a project or programme,
which may or may not lead to a further qualification, in a field of study which is likely to be of direct relevance to New Zealand
and its people. The Todd Foundation Awards for Excellence are available in three categories:
 Science and Technology (includes Agriculture and Conservation)
 Engineering and Manufacturing (includes Architecture and Design)
 Business and Commerce.
Awards can vary in value from $2,000 to $8,000.
Further information and application forms are available from the UNZ website (www.universitiesnz.ac.nz).
Prospective applicants should contact Gwenda ([email protected]) in the Scholarships Office before applying.
William Georgetti Scholarship (Universities NZ)
Closing date: 1 March 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
The purpose of the William Georgetti Scholarship is to encourage postgraduate study and research, normally in New Zealand,
in a field that, in the opinion of the Scholarship Board, is important to the social, cultural or economic development of New
Zealand.
Among other conditions, applicants must have resided in New Zealand for a period of at least five years immediately preceding
the year of selection, and must hold a degree or other academic qualification reasonably equivalent (in the opinion of the
Scholarship Board) to a degree of a university in New Zealand.
For students studying in New Zealand, the Scholarship has a value of up to $20,000 per year for master’s study, and up to
$30,000 per year (for up to three years) for doctoral study. For students studying overseas, the Scholarship has a value of up
to $45,000 per year.
Further information and application forms are available from the UNZ website (www.universitiesnz.ac.nz).
Prospective applicants should contact Gwenda ([email protected]) in the Scholarships Office before applying.
The Fulbright Ian Axford Fellowships in Public Policy
Closing date 1 March 2016
Level: US Academic
This Fellowship is for outstanding mid-career professionals from the United States to research, travel and gain practical
experience in public policy in New Zealand for seven months. Fellows will be based at a host institution and carefully paired
with a leading policy expert who will serve as their mentor. In addition, they will be expected to spend a substantial part of
their Fellowship in contact with other relevant organisations to gain practical experience in their field in New Zealand.
Further information is available from the Fulbright website (http://www.fulbright.org.nz/). If you would like to discuss the
application of a US-based colleague, please contact Scholarships Advisor Liesha Mawdsley ([email protected]) or 858
5136). La will offer some advice, and will refer you to an expert UoW academic.
Fulbright-Creative New Zealand Pacific Writers’ Residency
Closing date 1 March 2016
Level: Academics and artists
Fulbright New Zealand and Creative New Zealand are currently calling for applications to the Fulbright-Creative New Zealand
Pacific Writers’ Residency, an award which offers a New Zealand writer of Pacific heritage the opportunity to work for up to
three months on a creative writing project exploring Pacific identity, culture or history at the University of Hawai'i. Valued at
NZ$30,000 the three month residency includes return airfares to Hawai’i, accommodation costs and an artist stipend. It is open
to writers across all genres, including fiction and non-fiction authors, playwrights, poets and screen writers. Previous recipients
include filmmaker Sima Urale, performance poet Tusiata Avia, playwright Victor Rodger and children’s author Sarona AionoIosefa.
Further information is available from Fulbright website www.fulbright.org.nz. If you would like to discuss an application for an
award, please contact UoW Scholarships Advisor Liesha Mawdsley ([email protected]) in the Scholarships Office before
applying.
Le Va Mental Health and Addiction Scholarships
Closing date: 4 March 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
Le Va is committed to growing the Pacific mental health and addictions workforce. Le Va mental health and addiction
scholarships are intended to:
 increase the number of Pacific people working in mental health and addictions
 enhance the knowledge and skills of the current Pacific workforce.
To be eligible for a Le Va mental health and addiction scholarship, all applicants must:
 be a New Zealand resident or permanent resident at the time of the application
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 be enrolled in a health-related course/qualification at an accredited tertiary provider in New Zealand
 clearly demonstrate robust academic capability (not have failed a paper in a previous year of study)
 clearly demonstrate socio-economic need
 submit a correctly completed application form by the due date.
The scholarships cover fees and student coaching
Further information and application forms: visit www.leva.co.nz or contact. [email protected].
Dan David Prize Scholarships
Closing date 10 March 2016
Level: Postgraduate / Postdoctoral
The Dan David Prize recognizes and encourages innovative and interdisciplinary research that cuts across traditional
boundaries and paradigms. Its aims to foster universal values of excellence, creativity, justice, democracy and progress and to
promote the scientific, technological and Humanistic achievements that advance and improve our world. Each year, the Dan
David Prize awards 10 Scholarships of US$15,000 each to outstanding doctoral and postdoctoral students from around the
world. Advanced doctoral and postdoctoral students of excellent achievement and promise studying topics related to the fields
selected for this year, are invited to apply. This year’s fields are:
 Past Time Dimension – Social History – New Directions
 Present Time Dimension – Combatting Poverty
 Future Time Dimension – Nanoscience
For information on the Prize Scholarships, consult the website www.dandavidprize.org.
German Education Exchange Service Teaching Assistants
Closing date: 10 March 2016
Level: Undergraduate / Graduate
The German Education Exchange Service is offering 12 scholarships for Teaching Assistances to spend nine months at a German
school between August 2016 and May 2017. Teaching assistants work at schools, usually secondary school level, and assist in
teaching English for up to 12 hours per week. Applicants must be native speakers of English and confident communicating in
German. Students of German language and/or literature holding a BA at the time of the beginning of the programme are
preferred. Applicants should be under the age of 29 years at the time of application. The scholarship entails a monthly stipend
of €800, a travel subsidy worth €1,000 and a combined health, accident and liability insurance for the duration of the
programme.
Further details and the application form are available from the German Education Exchange Services website
https://www.kmk-pad.org/programme/fremdsprachenassistenzkraefte/studierende-aus-dem-ausland/neuseeland.html
Miss E.L. Hellaby Indigenous Grasslands Research Trust
Closing date 10 March and 10 October 2016
Level: Postgraduate
The Trust welcomes applications for research projects into the ecology of New Zealand indigenous grasslands but especially
investigations into aspects of the sustainable management, uses and conservation of these grasslands (e.g. plant-animal
interactions, pedology, hydrology). These fellowships have a stipend consistent with those offered by the universities. Hellaby
Fellows usually have their fees paid. Awards to other types of fellows, will also be considered on their merits, but generally
based on three criteria:
 Whether the research topic meets the Trust’s criteria
 The academic record of the applicant
 The supporting statement of the intending supervisor(s)
Further information can be found on this link http://www.hellabygrasslandstrust.org.nz/fellowships.html
White Poppy Peace Scholarships
Closing date: 11 March 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
The Peace Scholarships are for students at any tertiary education institution in New Zealand. Each grant is a minimum of $1,000
– one is for a Maori or Moriori student, with the other/s open to any student with NZ citizenship or permanent residency, with
research into the impacts of militarism, militarisation and warfare; alternatives to militarism, militarisation and warfare; or
collective non-violent response to state violence.
Further information and an application form can be found on this link http://www.converge.org.nz/pma/scholar.htm
Ernst & Young Scholarship in Accounting
Closing date: TBC
Level: Undergraduate
This Scholarship has been established to encourage and support students in the study of accounting at the University of
Waikato. Ernst & Young is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The purpose of this Scholarship
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is to provide financial and other support to a second year undergraduate accounting major student. International students are
eligible to apply. The value of the Scholarship is $2,000.
Further information is available from the Scholarships Office website (www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships).
WMS International Exchange Scholarship
Closing date: TBC
Level: Undergraduate / Graduate / Postgraduate
These scholarships are offered to New Zealand citizens or permanent residents who are full-time students at the Waikato
Management School (WMS) and have completed at least one year of study in the WMS. The awards of up to $2,500 (depending
on the target country) are to cover travel costs for students to attend a foreign University for a semester, while gaining credits
for their UoW degree and only paying their regular New Zealand fees.
Further information and application forms can be found on our website www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships.
Bruce Cronin Bay Trust Scholarship (Universities NZ)
Closing date 16 March 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
Candidates will be currently enrolled at a NZ university in a Masters or Doctoral programme in Mathematics, Science, or
Information Technology.
Candidates must have links to the Bay Trust geographical area shown on the Bay Trust website http://www.baytrust.org.nz/;
applicants must have been born in, or attended school in, or whakapapa back to the area.
Applicants must also have an undergraduate degree from a New Zealand university.
Further information and on-line application forms are available from the UNZ website www.universitiesnz.ac.nz.
Applicants should contact Gwenda Pennington, [email protected] in the Scholarships Office before applying.
Waikato Chamber of Commerce Business Scholarship (Apply online)
Closing date: 18 March 2016
Level: Postgraduate
This Scholarship has been established for the benefit of members or employees of the Waikato Chamber of Commerce, who
wish to undertake study towards a Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies (evening programme) or Part 1 of the
Waikato Master Business Administration programme offered through Corporate & Executive Education at the Waikato
Management School. The value of the Scholarship is equivalent to half of the total programme fees.
Further information and application forms can be found on our website www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships.
HortNZ Undergraduate Scholarship
Closing date: 20 March 2016
Level: Undergraduate
The scholarship is available to NZ citizens, and permanent residents, studying towards an undergraduate degree. The
package includes $3,000 for fees and $1,500 towards the attendance of the HortNZ annual conference. It provides an
excellent opportunity to obtain funding for study. Learn from cutting edge conference sessions and mix with key industry
figures.
Further information and an application, please email [email protected] or contact Kirsty de Jong
[email protected] or phone 04 494 9971.
NZ National Agricultural Fieldays Sir Don Llewellyn Scholarship
Closing date TBC
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
This Scholarship was established by the New Zealand National Fieldays Society. The Scholarship assists students to undertake
research, at the University of Waikato, with a specific focus on the agricultural sector.
The Scholarship is open to candidates enrolling/enrolled, at master’s or doctoral level, in the year of application for this
Scholarship. The award has a value of up to $22,000.
Further information and application forms are available on our website (www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships).
Prime Minister’s Scholarships for Asia (PMSA)
Closing date: 30 March and 30 September 2016
Level: Undergraduate/Graduate/Postgraduate
The PMSA is a scholarship programme funded by the New Zealand government and administered by Education New Zealand.
The Scholarship is awarded to individuals and covers costs relating to study or research in Asia. Approved destinations are
ASEAN countries such as Thailand, Cambodia, Myanmar, Laos, Philippines, Malaysia, Vietnam, Singapore, Indonesia, and Brunei
Darussalam, as well as China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, India, and Sri Lanka. Preferred target institutions will be top 500 educational
institutions and/or educational institutions with whom a New Zealand educational institution has a formal agreement or
partnership.
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Applicants must be a New Zealand citizens or Permanent Residence holders of a minimum 2 years at the time of application.
Applicants cannot hold citizenship in their destination country in Asia. Programmes must be at least 6 weeks (up to a maximum
of 2 years) and demonstrably linked to New Zealand’s trade or economic agenda in Asia. Programmes must take place in Asia
and be full-time.
Applicants will display:
 The potential to succeed in academic study abroad
 The ability to represent New Zealand positively; particularly the quality of a New Zealand education experience
 The willingness and preparedness to put into practice the objectives of the scholarship
There are two categories of eligible programmes: exchange programmes, and independent (non-exchange) programmes. If
you are unsure whether your programme is an exchange, check with the Exchange or International Office at your current
institution.
Further information and application forms can be found on the Education New Zealand website http://www.enz.govt.nz/howwe-work/scholarships.
Prospective candidates should contact Liesha Mawdsley ([email protected]) in the Scholarships Office before applying.
Rotary Club of Te Awamutu Centennial Scholarship
Closing date 31 March 2016
Level: Undergraduate
Established by The Rotary Club of Te Awamutu, this Scholarship is designed to help students (from or with strong connections
with Te Awamutu) progress through their undergraduate degrees. Two Scholarships will usually be awarded annually. The
Panel will usually offer one award on the basis of the applicant’s academic merit and the second award on the basis of the
applicant’s financial position i.e. financial hardship. The Scholarships will be offered to students who have completed their first
year and are continuing full-time, principally in second year papers. The Scholarships have a value of up to $3,000 which is
credited towards tuition fees.
Further information and application forms can be found on our website www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships.
Science and Engineering Masters Fees Awards (Apply online)
Closing date: 1 April 2016
Level: Graduate
These $2,000 fees awards are offered to assist participants enrolling in their first year of an MSc(Research), MSc(Tech), ME or
MEnvSci programme. These are awarded on academic merit, based on the applicant’s GPA across their best 80points at 300
level in their relevant undergraduate degree. Greater emphasis will be placed on the papers which are most relevant to the
applicant’s area of specialisation in their proposed masters degree.
Further information and application forms can be found on our website www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships.
Te Piringa - Faculty of Law Graduate Scholarship (Apply online)
Closing date: 31 March 2016
Level: Graduate
This fees Scholarship has a value of up to $5,000, and is open for applications from students who are eligible for admission and
enrol full- or part-time in a Master of Law degree at the University of Waikato Te Piringa-Faculty of Law in the year of tenure.
Eligible domestic and international students are welcome to apply. Applications will be assessed primarily on academic merit.
Further information and application forms are available on the Scholarships website (www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships).
Trust Waikato Student Community Grants
Closing dates: 1 April, 1 July and 1 October 2016
Level: Undergraduate / Graduate / Postgraduate
Trust Waikato has made available a considerable amount of money to be used as research grants by students of the University
of Waikato. This fund has been provided to support student research that is aimed at improving the lives of the people in the
Waikato region through enhancing the management of community organisations. Research projects that will be supported are
those that focus on ways in which not-for-profit / voluntary / community / whanau / third-sector organisations may enhance
life for the people of the Waikato region. There is no set value for this award; instead, each applicant puts forward a request
depending on their specific expenses (such as study, travel, resources, etc.).
Further information and application forms can be found on our website www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships.
Rona Scholarship – Fisheries and Aquaculture Industry Scholarships
Closing date – 1 April 2016
Level: Undergraduate / Graduate
These scholarships are available to Māori undergraduate and graduate students enrolled full-time in 2015 in a fisheries,
aquaculture or marine sciences degree. Preference will be given to those students who:
 Are in their last year or second to last year of study towards their degree
 Have proven academic merit
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 Have proven research experience
 Are involved in research with direct relevance and / or application to fisheries and aquaculture industries
 Demonstrate a commitment to tikanga Māori and te reo Māori
 Demonstrate a commitment to working in the seafood industry
 And are interested in building personal skills and expertise to support Māori economic and social development.
Further information, regulations and application form can all be found on http://www.tpwt.maori.nz/scholarships/ronascholarship/
Tāwera Scholarship – Māori Business and Management Bachelor Scholarships
Closing date - 1 April 2016
Level: Undergraduate
Te Pūtea Whakatupu Trust, in partnership Māori Education Trust, offers these Scholarships to provide support to up to 30
Māori enrolled in a business, commerce, or management degree at bachelor level.
These Scholarships are available to Māori undergraduate students’ enrolled fulltime in 2015 in a commerce, business or
management degree. Preference will be given to those students who:
 Are in their last year or second to last year of study towards their bachelor degree
 Have proven academic merit
 Demonstrate a commitment to tikanga Māori and te reo Māori
 Demonstrate a commitment to Māori, iwi, and hapu economic development
 Are interested in building personal skills and expertise to support Māori economic and social development.
Further information, regulations and application form can all be found on http://www.tpwt.maori.nz/scholarships/tawerascholarship/
Whānui Scholarship – Agriculture Scholarship
Closing date - 1 April 2016
Level: Undergraduate / Graduate
These scholarships are available to Māori undergraduate student’s enrolled fulltime in 2015 in an agriculture- or agribusinessrelated degree. Preference will be given to those students who:
 Are in their last year, or second to last year, of study towards their degree,
 Have proven academic merit,
 Have proven research experience,
 Are involved in research with direct relevance and/or application to agriculture related industries
 Demonstrate a commitment to tikanga Māori and te reo Māori,
 Demonstrate a commitment to working in the agriculture related industries,
 Are interested in building personal skills and expertise to support Māori economic and social development.
Further information, regulations and application form can all be found on http://www.tpwt.maori.nz/scholarships/whanuischolarship/
Toitū Kaupapa Māori Mātauranga – Māori Education Trust
Closing date: 1 April 2016
Level: Undergraduate / Postgraduate
The Maori Education Trust offer the following scholarships to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
The application form contains several scholarships for Māori applicants:
Undergraduate:
 Norman Kirk Memorial Scholarship
 Rose Hellaby Bursaries Scholarship
 Roy Watling Mitchell Bursaries Scholarship
 Tī Maru Māori Trust Scholarship
Postgraduate:FMG
 Queen Elizabeth II Postgraduate Fellowship
 Rose Hellaby Postgraduate Scholarship (download application form from website)
 Roy Watling Mitchell Prestigious Professions Scholarship
 Tī Maru Māori Trust Prestigious Scholarship
With the exception of the Rose Hellaby Postgraduate Scholarship, the above scholarships must be applied for online.
For further information and to apply online, visit http://www.maorieducation.org.nz/.
The Pae Tawhiti Scholarship Programme
Closing date: 1 April 2016
Level: Graduate / Postgraduate
Whakauae Research Services Ltd (Whakauae) is the only iwi-owned and mandated health research centre in Aotearoa.
Whakauae was established in 2005 as a unit of Te Maru o Ruahine Trust (TMORT); the contracting and service arm of Ngāti
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Hauiti, an iwi located in central Rangitīkei. The aim of establishing Whakauae was twofold: to develop the research capacity of
Ngāti Hauiti and to undertake high quality Māori-centred health research to inform, and contribute to, improved outcomes for
Māori.
Since its establishment Whakauae has gained a reputation for conducting high quality health research that makes a difference
for Māori; building the capability of Māori communities to drive their own research agendas; and building the Māori health
research workforce.
The scholarships are available to Masters candidates in their thesis year and to PhD candidates, through an application and
assessment process. Applicants for the scholarships should be enrolled in a Masters (by thesis) or PhD programme, which will
contribute to improving the health and wellbeing of Māori whānau, hapū and iwi. The value of the award for PhD study is
$25,000pa and for Masters $10,000pa.
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Scholarships with varying or no set application dates
Ako Aotearoa Good Practice Publication Grants
No set closing date:
Level: Academics
The Ako Aotearoa Good Practice Publication Grants have been established to showcase proven good practice in tertiary
teaching and learning across the tertiary education sector in Aotearoa-New Zealand. The intention of this scheme is to
celebrate and share interesting and creative teaching and learning practice by individuals/groups shown to benefits learners,
which other educators can adopt into their teaching.
During 2016 there are three specific priorities areas in which applications are called:
 Good practice that has been shown to benefit Māori learners, their whānau, hapū, iwi and communities.
 Good practice that has been shown to benefit Pacific learners and their communities.
 Good practice that has been shown to benefit younger learners in tertiary education.
For further information, including how to apply, visit https://akoaotearoa.ac.nz/good-practice-publication-grants
Blue Lagoon Hearing Trust Grant
No set closing date:
Levels: Undergraduate / Graduate / Postgraduate
Grant applications submitted to The Blue Lagoon Hearing Trust (must reside in Tauranga, Mt Maunganui and Papamoa
areas) will be considered where funding is being sought towards:
 cost of hearing aids
 Extra costs associated with education / tuition for the hearing impaired
 Specialized equipment for the Deaf
 Assistance for hearing impaired children to attend special support days
 Ongoing ear health and care needs
 Other equipment and devices to assist with communication
 Information and awareness programs
For further information: visit http://www.bluelagoonhearingtrust.co.nz/.
Canadian Studies Awards
Closing dates vary
The Canadian Studies Program funds research and teaching in Canadian studies. The term ‘Canadian studies’ is defined as
research in the humanities or social sciences which aims at a better understanding of Canadian society and or culture. Purely
scientific subjects and proposals that focus exclusively on technological or methodological issues are not eligible.
Awards include the following:
 ICCS Graduate Students Scholarship
Closing date: 30 September
The International Council for Canadian Studies (ICCS) offers up to ten grants worldwide to masters and doctoral
candidates to undertake thesis-related research on Canada at a Canadian university for 4-6 weeks.
 Canadian Studies Internships
Teaching or research internships (assistantships) of 1-3 months duration at a Canadian or foreign university with a
Canadian Studies Program. Applicants must have completed a doctoral degree on a topic primarily related to Canada,
and not be employed in a full-time university teaching position.
 International Research Linkages (IRL)
This programme aims to promote and facilitate international collaborative research between research teams from
Canada and (one or more) countries where Canadian Studies are represented.
 The Canada-Asia-Pacific Award in Canadian Studies (CAPA)
Aimed at promoting the understanding of bilateral and multilateral relations between Canada and the Asia-Pacific,
this award assists scholars in higher education institutions or research and policy planning institutes in the Asia-Pacific
region to undertake short-term research, including collaborative research.
 ACSANZ Postgraduate Travel Award
Closing date: 30 September
Up to five grants are awarded each year to postgraduate students for a short research trip to Canada. Research must
be related to the student’s thesis topic and in Canadian Studies.
 ICCS Canadian Studies Postdoctoral Fellowship
Closing date: 30 September
This programme enables Canadian and foreign academics who have completed a doctoral thesis on a topic primarily
related to Canada to visit a Canadian or foreign university with a Canadian Studies program for a teaching or research
fellowship. Fellowships are for a minimum of one month and a maximum of three months. Applicants must not be
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employed in a full-time university teaching position and must agree not to accept honoraria or salary during their
fellowships. The grant will be C$2,500 per month plus the cost a return airline ticket.
 ICCS Best Doctoral Thesis in Canadian Studies
Closing date: 30 September
This ICCS Award is designed to recognize and promote each year an outstanding PhD thesis on a Canadian topic.
Detailed information about the above-mentioned programmes, and application forms, can be found on the Association of
Canadian Studies in Australia and New Zealand (ACSANZ) website: http://acsanz.org.au.
Catherine and Stanley Tong Law Scholarship
Closing date: all year round
This Scholarship has been established by a former New Zealand Law Society President and his wife and is intended principally
to assist students who struggle financially to pursue legal studies but who are otherwise diligent and who deserve to qualify as
lawyers.
For further information contact your Faculty of Law Administration or Hugh Fulton, P O Box 5577, Wellesley Street, AUCKLAND
1141.
Corporate & Executive Education MBA Scholarship
Closing date: no set closing date
Level: Graduate
This scholarship has been established to assist a participant to undertake study at a Masters level, namely the Master of
Business Administration (MBA) in Hamilton, or at the Hopuhopu Campus, and is awarded annually. This scholarship is available
to those who enrol directly into Part 2 of the Waikato MBA.
There is no application process for this award. All participants enrolled in Part Two of the Waikato MBA will be eligible for
consideration. The regulations can be found on our website www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships.
East-West Center Affiliate Scholar Program
Application dates vary
Levels: Graduate / Postgraduate
The East-West Center (EWC) in Hawaii offers a range of awards and research opportunities including the East-West Center
Affiliate Scholar Program and the Asia Pacific Leadership Program. For more information, visit the Center’s website
www.eastwestcenter.org/.
English Program in Korea (EPIK)
Application date: Accepts applications year-round
Levels: Graduate
EPIK is the national English teaching program sponsored by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology. The mission
of EPIK is to improve the English-speaking abilities of students within the public schools and to aid in the advancement of
English education in Korea. The English Program is for 1 year.
Eligibility:
 Have received a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
 Be citizen of either Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, UK, USA
 Be fluent and proficient in the English language.
For further information, please visit www.epik.go.kr.
Teach and Learn in Korea (TaLK)
Application dates: recruits year round
Levels: Undergraduate / Graduate
The TaLK was a government initiative to increase accessibility to qualify English education in rural areas. This initiative is to
teach English as a second language in the after-school program at a rural elementary school. The TaLK program is for 6
months or 1 year.
Eligibility:
Nationality
 citizens of either Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, UK, USA
 Korean citizens with permanent residency in one of the aforementioned countries; Korean citizens who have lived in
one of the aforementioned countries as temporary residents for at least eight years and who have completed both
primary and secondary education in that country.
 Be fluent and proficient in the English language
Education
 Bachelor’s degree candidates who have completed at least two years of undergraduate education
 Associate’s degree holders
 Recent graduates and graduate students
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 Overseas Koreans in their first or second year in college who qualify for the F-4 visa
For further information, please visit www.talk.go.kr.
English language assistantships
Closing dates vary
English language teaching assistantships are particularly suitable for students of all disciplines (under 30 years of age, with at
least a basic level of French) who wish to spend time (e.g. carrying out research) in France, New Caledonia, French Polynesia
or Wallis. Duties consist of assisting a local English teacher for 12 hours a week. No prior teaching experience is required. The
application period varies according to destination. It runs from October to January for France and French Polynesia, and from
June to August for New Caledonia and Wallis. Contact http://www.ielanguages.com/assistant.html for further details.
FASS Exchange Scholarship
No set closing date
Level: Undergraduate
The Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences has established scholarships for Faculty of Arts & Social Science domestic students to
enhance awareness, foster interest and increase participation among Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences students in academic
programmes offered by specific Universities who have an Exchange Agreement with the University of Waikato. They are
intended to provide financial support for domestic students enrolled in the Faculty as part of an Exchange agreement.
For further information, visit our website www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships.
FASS Study Abroad Scholarship
No set closing date
Level: Undergraduate / Graduate / Postgraduate
The Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences established these scholarships for international students to enhance awareness and
foster interest among international students in academic programmes offered by the Faculty of
Arts & Social Sciences. They are intended to provide financial support for fees (or other costs associated with the Study
Abroad by agreement) for international students enrolled in the Faculty as part of a Study Abroad agreement with their
home university, or as independent international students.
For further information, visit our website www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships.
Fulbright Scholar Awards
Closing dates vary
Fulbright New Zealand offers a range of awards for scholars and professionals to engage in research, to teach and / or to gain
professional experience in the US. Further information is available from the Fulbright website (http://www.fulbright.org.nz/).
If you would like to discuss an application please contact UoW Scholarships Advisor Gwenda Pennington
([email protected] or 858 5195) before applying. Details of any awards with upcoming Closing dates can be found
elsewhere in the Update.
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Scholarships for New Zealand
Closing dates vary
Levels: Graduate / Postgraduate / Academics
Please send all scholarship applications to:
Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany
PO Box 1687
WELLINGTON 6140
Email: [email protected]
Internet: www.wellington.diplo.de
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Applicants are generally expected to be NZ nationals; foreign nationals may be eligible if they are permanent
residents of New Zealand. Temporary residents need to prove that they have been long-term residents of New
Zealand for at least six years and that they intend to remain in New Zealand for the foreseeable future. If you are
not a New Zealand national or if you have lived less than six years in New Zealand, please click here for a list of
addresses of DAAD Representatives in your region.
The previous age limits have been lifted and have been replaced by a career stage model.
Applicants, who have been resident in Germany for longer than one year at the time of application, cannot be
considered.
You will find more detailed information on scholarships and funding on the DAAD website: www.fundingguide.de, and especially for NZ in our leaflet.
Detailed information on what application papers need to be submitted can be found on the application form
which can be obtained from the download site.
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Research Grants for University Academics and Scientists
These grants and scholarships aim to provide academics and scientists working in higher education or at research institutes
with an opportunity to carry out a research project at a state (public) or state-recognised higher education institution or
non-university research institute in Germany.
 Duration: 1-3 months
 Application Deadlines:
30 November for grants to start any time from March of the following year.
Detailed information:
https://www.daad.de/deutschland/stipendium/datenbank/en/21148-scholarshipdatabase/?status=2&origin=33&subjectGrps=&daad=1&q=&page=2&detail=50015456
Application form: http://www.daad.de/deutschland/download/03118.en.html
University Winter Courses
The DAAD offers students a grant for a six-week “German Regional Studies Winter Course” at the Universities of Essen,
Freiburg, Leipzig or Berlin/FUBIS in January/February. This program is designed for undergraduate and graduate students
with a sound knowledge of German and some background in German Studies who are interested in improving their
language skills and understanding of contemporary affairs.
 Duration: Courses last six weeks and are offered in the German winter months.
 Application deadline: 15 August
 Detailed Information:
http://www.daad.de/deutschland/foerderung/stipendiendatenbank/00462.en.html?detailid=537&fachrichtung
=7&land=33&status=1&seite=1&daad=0
Study Scholarships for Graduates of All Disciplines
Graduates of all disciplines can apply for a scholarship to complete a postgraduate or Master’s degree course at a German
higher education institution and to gain a degree in Germany (Master’s/Diploma).
 Duration: 10-24 months
 Application deadline: 1 September each year for a period beginning either in April or October of the following
year.
 The DAAD will pay an appropriate flat-rate travel allowance.
 Applications from New Zealand for study scholarships are generally expected to be able to prove that they have
a basic knowledge of German at the time of application.
 Detailed Information:
http://www.daad.de/deutschland/foerderung/stipendiendatenbank/00462.en.html?detailid=42&fachrichtung=
11&land=33&status=2&seite=1&daad=0
 Application Form: http://www.daad.de/deutschland/download/03118.en.html
Research Grants for Doctoral Candidates, Postdocs, Young Academics and Scientists
Research grants provide young academics and scientists with an opportunity to carry out a research project or a course of
continuing education at a German university or non-university research institute.
 Duration: 1-6 months, scholarships may be extended up to 24 months.
 Application deadlines for research grants for projects of up to six months:
15 November for research grants to run from April of the following year.
30 April for research grants to run from October.
 Applicants from New Zealand for research grants are generally expected to be able to prove that they have a basic
knowledge of German at the time of application
 Detailed Information:
https://www.daad.de/deutschland/stipendium/datenbank/en/21148-scholarshipdatabase/?status=2&origin=33&subjectGrps=&daad=1&q=&page=2&detail=50015434
 Application Form: http://www.daad.de/deutschland/download/03118.en.html
The Alexander von Humboldt Association also provides different types of research funding for excellently qualified New
Zealand researchers from postdoctoral level onwards: http://www.humboldt-foundation.de/web/sponsorship.html
Study Visits/Study Seminars and Practicals in Germany
This programme aims to provide students with subject-related knowledge by arranging appropriate visits, tours and
information, meetings or by organising subject-related seminars and practical courses, as well as to give students a greater
understanding of and insight into economic, political and cultural life in Germany.
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Duration: 7-12 days
Application deadlines:
1 November for trips to commence from 1 March the following year.
1 February for trips to commence from 1 June.
1 May for trips to commence from 1 September.
 Detailed Information:
http://www.daad.de/deutschland/foerderung/stipendiendatenbank/00462.en.html?detailid=15&fachrichtung=
2&land=25&status=1&seite=1
 Application Form: http://www.daad.de/deutschland/download/03118.en.html
The study visits program aims to help foreign students, visiting Germany under the guidance of a lecturer, make contacts
in their specific academic field and gain a knowledge of Germany.
Scholarship Program for Artists
Study scholarships aim to provide foreign applicants from the field of Fine Arts, Design, Film, Music, Architecture,
Performing Arts (Drama, Direction, Dance, Choreography, etc) with an opportunity to complete a course of extension
studies at a state institution of higher education in Germany, without gaining a formal degree or qualification.
 Duration: 1 – 3 months
 Application deadline: 30 November for grants to start any time after the end of March the following year
 The DAAD will pay an appropriate flat-rate travel allowance
 Detailed Information:
https://www.daad.de/deutschland/stipendium/datenbank/en/21148-scholarshipdatabase/?status=2&origin=33&subjectGrps=&daad=1&q=&page=2&detail=50110016
 Application Form: http://www.daad.de/deutschland/download/03118.en.html
Re-Invitation Program for Former Scholarship Holders
The Re-invitation Program helps the DAAD maintain contacts with its former one-year scholarship holders and with former
scholarship holders who have studied in East Germany (GDR) for at least one year. Former scholarship holders meeting
these requirements can apply for re-invitation to Germany to complete a research or work project at a state higher
education institution or non-university research institute.
 Application deadlines:
30 September each year for a period as of February of the following year.
31 March each year to run from August.
 No international travel costs paid by the DAAD
 Detailed Information:
http://www.daad.de/deutschland/foerderung/stipendiendatenbank/00462.en.html?detailid=38&fachrichtung=
16&land=33&status=4&seite=1&daad=0
 Application Form: http://www.daad.de/deutschland/download/03118.en.html
The DAAD also supports German guest lecturers from all disciplines contributing to courses at universities in New Zealand
(4 weeks up to six months): http://www.daad.de/ausland/lehren-im-ausland/dozenten/00686.de.html and guest speakers
from German universities delivering papers at conferences in New Zealand:
http://www.daad.de/ausland/foerderungsmoeglichkeiten/ausschreibungen/11450.de.html
Please also visit: http://www.daad.de/stipendien/en/index.html?land=33 for New Zealand-specific Information on the
DAAD Scholarship Programmes.
Further information and advice is available from:
Dr Anna Bauer
[email protected]
09 923 8931
www.daad.ac.nz
Further Information on the Promotion of International Student, Academic and Research Exchanges (Scholarships):
http://www.auswaertiges-amt.de/diplo/en/Infoservice/FAQ/Studium/02-Stipendien.html
http://ec.europa.eu/education/programmes/mundus/index_en.html
Golden Key Awards
Closing dates vary
The Golden Key organization offers a wide array of awards exclusively for Golden Key members. Further details about these
awards and the application process can be found at www.goldenkey.org.
Health Research Council (HRC) funding opportunities
Closing dates vary
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Levels: Graduate / Postgraduate / Academics
The Health Research Council offers an impressive range of funding opportunities. The following lists are just a selection of
their grants and scholarships.
Māori Health Research
Māori health research is research that values Māori world views and builds Māori research capacity and leadership. View
More
 Māori Health Research Summer Studentships
 Rangahau Hauora Award
 Māori Health Research Masters Scholarships
 Māori Health Research PhD Scholarships
 Māori Health Research Postdoctoral Fellowships
 Ngā Kanohi Kitea
 Māori Health Research Development Grant
 Māori Health Research Knowledge Translation Grant
Pacific Health Research
The primary role of Pacific health research is to generate knowledge and understanding of Pacific peoples that will improve
their health outcomes. View More
 Pacific Health Research Summer Studentships
 Pacific Health Research Conference Travel Grants
 Pacific Health Research PhD Scholarships
 Pacific Health Research Postdoctoral Fellowships
 Pacific Health Research Masters Scholarship
 Pacific Health Research Development Grant
Requests For Proposals
Requests for Proposals (RFPs) are calls for research in areas of strategic importance. They included, but are not limited to
research that will contribute to an evidence-base for policy and planning. RFPs are released by the HRC as funding
opportunities occur throughout the year. View More. For example:
 Community-based primary healthcare research
 Research Exploring the Health Implications of the Canterbury Earthquake
 HIV Behavioural Study of African Communities in New Zealand
Researcher Initiated Proposals
The majority of HRC funding is awarded through the annual contestable funding round to research ideas that are researcher
initiated. A competitive process ensures that high quality and relevant research is supported across four Research Investment
Streams. View More. For example:
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Emerging Researcher First Grants
Career Development
Career development awards help to foster the health research workforce in New Zealand. A range of awards is available to
support the career development of emerging health researchers, including Māori and Pacific health researchers undertaking
postgraduate qualifications. View More. For example:
 The Sir Charles Hercus Health Research Fellowship
 Māori Health Research Career Development Awards
 Pacific Health Research Career Development Awards
More information is available by clicking any of the above links, or by visiting the HRC web-site www.hrc.govt.nz.
HEERF Scholarships
Application date: Accepts applications year-round –applications generally considered March/April
Levels: Postgraduate
HEERF makes available annually a series of post graduate research scholarships open to NZ citizens and NZ permanent
residence holders. The scholarships are typically linked to heavy engineering industry related research proposals
administered by HERA, however scholarship applicants are also able to submit their own research project proposal.
All scholarship research proposals intended for funding through HEERF are required to go through the HERA Research Panel
system for evaluation and prior approval before being submitted through the HERA Director to the HEERF Trustees. For
further information, visit the website http://www.hera.org.nz/MainMenu.
LEARN Fellowships
No set closing date:
The Livestock Emissions & Abatement Research Network (LEARN) is an international research network focused upon improving
the understanding of greenhouse gas emissions from livestock agriculture. The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry offers up
to nine New Zealand LEARN Fellowships per annum for scientists or technicians from developing countries to work in New
Zealand in the area of Livestock Emissions Research.
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The objectives of the network are to improve the quantification of non-CO2 greenhouse gas emissions from animal agriculture
at all scales, and to facilitate the development of cost effective and practical greenhouse gas mitigation solutions.
There are two separate categories available. These are LEARN Work Trainee Awards (tenure up to six months) and LEARN
Postdoctoral Fellowships (tenure up to twelve months). There is no set application close date for the Fellowships, instead they
are dealt with on a case by case basis by MAF's advisory panel. It is expected that the majority of applications/nominations will
be from/for individuals who have already established links with researchers at the NZ host institution/organisation. All
candidates must be registered members of the LEARN Network, and may register at www.livestockemissions.net. The terms
and conditions and application form can be downloaded from the Education New Zealand (ENZ) website
www.newzealandeducated.com/scholarships.
New Zealand Defence Force Scholarship Schemes
Levels: School Leavers / Undergraduate / Graduate / Postgraduate
The New Zealand Defence Force offers four tertiary scholarship schemes across the three services to Engineering students. The
majors in which the NZDF is likely to provide sponsorship are: Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Software, Materials,
aeronautical Engineering and Mechatronics, however other majors will be considered by the individual services.
For further information Lt Jarrod Austin, email www.defencecareers.mil.nz or call 0800 1 FORCE.
TeachNZ Scholarships
Closing dates vary
Levels: School Leavers / Undergraduate / Graduate / Postgraduate
TeachNZ Scholarships are targeted at areas of priority for teacher supply, in order to meet increasing demand for teachers in
some areas over the next ten years. TeachNZ states that the following areas have been identified: early childhood teachers,
Māori-medium teachers, secondary teachers of specific subjects, and teachers in rural areas. These Scholarships are available
for New Zealand citizens and permanent residents only. Further information and application forms are available from
http://www.teachnz.govt.nz/scholarships.
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