Course(s) Offered: Any course
Course Level: Graduate (masters, phd)
Provider: Ministry of Education
Country to Study in: New Zealand, Overseas
Scholarship Description
Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand participates in the Government of New Zealand's sponsored Ngārimu VC and 28th (Māori) Battalion Memorial Masters Scholarship for students of Māori origin. (See full government scholarship details for undergraduate, masters and phd).
The purpose of the Ngārimu VC and 28th (Māori) Battalion Memorial Masters Scholarship award is to assist a Māori student to complete Masters level studies in either New Zealand or overseas.
Eligible applicants are encouraged to apply for Ngārimu VC and 28th (Māori) Battalion Memorial Masters Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington. The scholarship decision is made by The Ngārimu VC and 28th (Māori) Battalion Memorial Scholarship Fund Board of the Ministry of Education. [The New Zealand Government sponsors undergraduate, masters and PhD study (see here)].
Eligibility
All applicants must be:
- New Zealand Māori
- studying at a registered New Zealand tertiary institution or at an overseas tertiary institution that meets its own country's accreditation requirements (this is not necessary for Manakura scholarship applicants only)
- able to show characteristics of the ideal applicant as detailed in the application form
- able to describe their contribution to whānau, hapū or iwi following successful completion of their study, and
- agree to present milestone reports to the Ngārimu VC and 28th Māori Battalion Board.
Additionally, Masters, Doctoral and Manakura applicants must:
- be able to show the link between Māori and the outcome or benefit of their study or work. The applicant needs to share their passion for their chosen area of study with the Ngārimu VC and 28th (Māori) Battalion Board
- submit a brief about their study or field. This brief will be assessed against the criteria listed under Characteristics of the ideal applicant (see below), and
- describe their contribution to whānau, hapū or iwi following successful completion of their study.
Citizens of Māori origin
Participating Institutions
Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand
Fields of study
Any discipline of study available at Victoria
Number of awards
Only one will be awarded at Victoria University of Wellington
Sponsorship duration
Covers up to 2 years
Scholarship benefits
The financial value is $15,000 per year
Method of Application
Send your expression of interest, including your CV, to
Paula Mato,
Ngarimu Secretariat,
Ministry of Education,
PO Box 1666
Wellington
6140
OR
Email ngarimu.scholarship@education.govt.nz
It is important to read the Regulations, and also visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information on how to apply for this award
DEADLINES:
Applications for 2017 open 1 May up until 29 September. Closing dates for applications is 29 September 2017
PLEASE NOTE:
Applicants are shortlisted to attend interviews in September/August, All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their applications by end of November.
In 1939, when New Zealand joined forces with the allies, Māori men and women volunteered and made a significant contribution in all areas of the defence forces and home services. Notable among them were recruits who formed the 28th (Māori) Battalion. On 19th July 2007 the Hon Parekura Horomia announced a new suite of Ngārimu VC and 28th (Māori) Battalion Memorial Scholarships. The new scholarships have an increased putea which reflect the value of the successful applicant's study, and their past and future contribution.
Victoria University of Wellington is a university in Wellington, New Zealand. It was established in 1897 by Act of Parliament, and was a constituent college of the University of New Zealand. The university is well known for its programmes in law, the humanities, and some scientific disciplines, and offers a broad range of other courses.
Application Deadline: 29 September 2017
Open to International Applicants: No (ONLY Maori)
More Scholarship Information and Application
Related: Scholarships in New Zealand for International Students
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