About
The University of Auckland (Waipapa Taumata Rau) is New Zealand's top-ranked university and is ranked in the top 100 universities worldwide. As a comprehensive research university, it offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional development programmes across six faculties: Arts and Education, Business School, Engineering and Design, Law, Medical and Health Sciences, and Science. The university is committed to research excellence and innovation, taking on major challenges facing New Zealand and the world through its research centres and institutes.
Funding Opportunities
Bachelor of Design Game-Changer Scholarship
A $5,000 scholarship established in 2019 and funded by the Faculty of Engineering and Design at the University of Auckland. The scholarship supports an international or domestic Bachelor of Design student with a passion for design who wants to be a game-changer in the field. The main purpose of the scholarship is to encourage students to take their passion for design to make changes for the benefit of society. The scholarship is offered annually to one student and provides assistance with study for a tenure of one year.
University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship
The University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship was established in 1996 and revised in 2023 to encourage and support excellent domestic and international doctoral candidates who wish to conduct research which aligns with the strategic objectives of the University of Auckland. The scholarship is awarded to high-achieving doctoral candidates applying for admission to an approved doctoral programme at the University of Auckland. Applicants who are applying to enrol in their first doctorate will be assessed for scholarship eligibility and award at the time of application to the doctoral programme. No separate application is required as the scholarship is awarded automatically based on the recommendation of the relevant faculty or University committee. The scholarship provides financial assistance with doctoral study for a tenure period of up to 42 months full-time equivalent.
John Cowie Reid Memorial Drama Scholarship
The John Cowie Reid Memorial Drama Scholarship was established in 2014 and is funded by the John Cowie Reid Memorial Fund. The Scholarship provides up to $5,000 in financial assistance to support postgraduate students enrolled in Drama at the Faculty of Arts and Education at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. The Scholarship is available to both full-time and part-time postgraduate students who are New Zealand Citizens or Permanent Residents. The award is offered annually, with one scholarship available each year. The tenure is for one year, and the scholarship is intended to provide assistance for students undertaking postgraduate study in Drama. Applications open on 11 February 2026 and close on 25 March 2026, with outcomes typically notified approximately eight weeks after the closing date.
Kurt Kreielsheimer Scholarship
The Kurt Kreielsheimer Scholarship was established in 2016 in memory of Professor Kurt Kreielsheimer who arrived in New Zealand as a refugee in the 1930s and enjoyed a long and distinguished career in the Department of Physics at the University of Auckland. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to support an undergraduate student undertaking their second or subsequent year of study towards a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) majoring in Environmental Physics or Physics with an interest in Environmental Physics/Climate Physics. The scholarship provides financial assistance of up to $7,500 for full-time or part-time enrolment in Year Two or Year Three of a BSc or BAdvSci(Hons). One scholarship is offered annually with a tenure of one year. Outcomes are determined by a selection committee and are usually notified around eight weeks after the closing date.
Allan Robertson Memorial Scholarship
The Allan Robertson Memorial Scholarship was established in 2021 in loving memory of Allan Robertson for whom music was a special part of his life. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to encourage and support final year Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Music conjoint, or Bachelor of Music (Honours) students, specialising in Composition. The scholarship provides $8,000 in financial assistance to help students complete their studies in the final year of their music degree with a focus on composition. This annual scholarship is offered to one student, either domestic or international, who is enrolled in the final year of a BMus or BMus conjoint degree in Creative Practice: Composition, or a BMus(Hons) in Composition at the University of Auckland.
Brookfields Lawyers Scholarship
The Brookfields Lawyers Scholarship was established in 1998 and is financed by an endowment by Brookfields Lawyers of Auckland. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to assist a law student who has completed Part II of the Bachelor of Laws. This scholarship provides $4,000 to a student who has completed Part II of an LLB and is enrolling full-time in Part III. The scholarship is offered annually to one recipient and has a tenure of one year. Applications open on 22 January 2026 and close on 5 March 2026. Outcomes are determined by a selection committee and are usually notified around eight weeks after the closing date.
Clyde McLean Scholarship in Classics and Ancient History
The Clyde McLean Scholarship in Classics and Ancient History was established in 2020 by the estate of Alan Clyde McLean and is funded through the Public Trust. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to encourage and support a student enrolled in a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Arts conjoint degree, majoring in Classical Studies and Ancient History, who has shown a high level of academic achievement, particularly in the study of Ancient History. This scholarship provides $5,000 in assistance with study for one year and is offered annually to one successful applicant. The scholarship is open to both domestic and international students who are enrolled in Stage III of a BA or BA conjoint degree majoring in Classical Studies and Ancient History at the University of Auckland.
Gavin and Susan Walker Postgraduate Scholarship in Dance Studies
The Gavin and Susan Walker Postgraduate Scholarship in Dance Studies was established in 2014 and is funded by Gavin and Susan Walker. The scholarship provides $8,000 annually to assist postgraduate students undertaking research in Dance Studies at the University of Auckland. The main purpose of the scholarship is to support students pursuing postgraduate programmes in Dance Studies, particularly where the funding would make a significant contribution to their financial needs. The scholarship is open to New Zealand citizens, permanent residents, or international students of Pacific ancestry. One or more scholarships are awarded annually with a tenure of one year.
Frances Barkley Scholarship
The Frances Barkley Scholarship was established in 2009 and is funded as the result of a gift by Bronwyn Paterson and George Smith to the Friends of the University of Auckland. It is named after Frances Barkley, who in 1787, was the first European woman to visit British Columbia with her husband Charles Barkley. She was quite an adventurer, and spent 8 years traveling the world, visiting and trading in remote and exotic places. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to support undergraduate Māori and Pacific students to complete a Bachelor of Science degree or a Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) degree majoring in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Ecology or Marine Science. The scholarship provides financial support for tuition fees for one year.
CBRE Property Scholarship
The CBRE Property Scholarship was established in 2012 and is funded by CBRE Group, Inc., a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Los Angeles. It is the world's largest commercial real estate services firm. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to encourage and reward excellence in the study of property, property management and valuation and to support those seeking to complete a degree directly associated with the property industry. The scholarship provides up to $5,000 for a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident enrolled in Year 2 or 3 of a Bachelor of Property (BProp) or BProp conjoint degree at the University of Auckland. One scholarship is awarded annually to assist with study costs.
Market Economics Geography Masters Research Scholarship
The Market Economics Geography Masters Research Scholarship was first established in 2011 and is funded by Market Economics Ltd, an independent New Zealand-based consultancy that specialises in market and economic analysis and environmental and ecological research. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to encourage postgraduate research into the field of human/economic geography, including GIS, by rewarding demonstrated ability and lowering financial barriers. This scholarship is available for international or domestic students enrolled full-time in an MA or MSc in Geography, or a MPH or MHSc, undertaking research in the field of human/economic geography. The scholarship provides up to NZD $5,000 for one year to assist with study costs.
The Marie Clay Literacy Trust Trainer Doctoral Scholarship
The Marie Clay Literacy Trust Trainer Doctoral Scholarship was established in 2022 and is funded by The Marie Clay Literacy Trust. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to support an international or domestic PhD student or domestic EdD student in the Faculty of Arts and Education at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland undertaking research related to Reading Recovery. The scholarship provides up to $70,000 per annum in total, including stipend and compulsory fees, for up to 36 months full-time equivalent study. One scholarship is offered every three years to assist doctoral students conducting research specifically related to Reading Recovery literacy intervention programs.
Taurus Charitable Trust Entry-Level Scholarship in Music
The Taurus Charitable Trust Entry-Level Scholarship in Music was established in 2015 and is funded by the Taurus Charitable Trust. The scholarship provides up to $4,000 to support New Zealand citizens and permanent residents enrolling in the first year of a Bachelor of Music or BMus conjoint degree at the University of Auckland. The main purpose of the scholarship is to assist school leavers who have the potential to succeed in Music and for whom the financial contribution would make a significant contribution to their financial needs. Up to two scholarships are offered annually, with a tenure of one year. Applications typically open around six weeks before the closing date in early October, with the next cycle opening in August 2026.
Jennie and Arthur Loo First in Family Scholarship
The Jennie and Arthur Loo First in Family Scholarship was established in 2020 and is funded by University of Auckland alumnus Arthur Loo and his wife Jennie. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to assist students enrolling in the first year of a degree in Architectural Studies, Design, Engineering, Medical and Health Sciences or Science, who are the first member of their immediate family to attend university and who, because of financial hardship, may not otherwise be able to undertake a university degree. The Scholarship provides up to $8,000 per annum for up to four years to support students from underrepresented backgrounds in accessing higher education. One scholarship is offered every three to four years, making it a highly selective opportunity for eligible first-generation university students at the University of Auckland.
The Auckland Council Student Partnership Programme Masters Thesis Scholarships
The Auckland Council Student Partnership Programme Masters Thesis Scholarships were established in 2012 and are funded by the Auckland Council. The main purpose of the Scholarships is to encourage high-achieving students who are current participants in the Auckland Council Student Partnership Programme to undertake Masters thesis study at the University of Auckland in a discipline that aligns with work done by the Research and Evaluation Unit of the Auckland Council. These scholarships provide financial assistance of up to $5,000 each for a tenure of up to one year. The scholarships are awarded by nomination and do not require a separate application. The number of scholarships offered varies annually, and they are specifically designed to support students already engaged in the Auckland Council Student Partnership Programme who wish to pursue research-based master's degrees.
Scott Family First in Family Scholarship
The Scott Family First in Family Scholarship was established in 2022 and is funded by the Scott family, Margaret, Andy, Rhonda and Julie, who share a passion for higher education as a means to support individual and community aspirations. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to assist students who are the first member of their immediate family to attend university and who, because of financial hardship, may not otherwise be able to undertake a university degree. The scholarship provides $8,000 per annum for up to four years to assist New Zealand citizens and permanent residents who are the first in their family to attend university. Two scholarships are offered every three to four years to support students enrolled in their first undergraduate degree programme at the University of Auckland.
Michael Redshaw Historical Instrument Performance Scholarship
The Michael Redshaw Historical Instrument Performance Scholarship provides up to $5,000 for international and domestic students undertaking postgraduate research in Music, focusing on the area of historical performance. The Scholarship was established in 2019 and is funded by a bequest from Michael Redshaw, an alumnus of the School of Music at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to support postgraduate students at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland who are undertaking research in Music, with a particular focus on historical performance involving early keyboard instruments. The scholarship provides assistance with study and has a tenure of one year.
Sir James Gunson Scholarship
The Sir James Gunson Scholarship was founded in 1925 by Sir James Henry Gunson, CMG, CBE, Mayor of Auckland 1915-1925. The scholarship was endowed from a presentation sum of Stg1300 given to him by the citizens of Auckland upon his retirement from the Mayoralty, which he donated to the University for the endowment of Scholarships for research in Agriculture. This scholarship provides assistance for agricultural investigation and supports postgraduate students conducting research in agricultural, horticultural, or dairying science. The scholarship is awarded annually to one recipient for a tenure period of up to two years, with a value of $1,250 per annum. It is specifically designed for students pursuing an MSc or PhD in Agricultural, Horticultural or Dairying Science at the University of Auckland.
Evelyn Constance Alexander Scholarship in German
The Evelyn Constance Alexander Scholarship in German was established in 2021 and is funded by Arizona State University Emeritus Professor John Alexander, originally from Hastings and now an academic in German in the United States. Professor Alexander established this scholarship in memory of his mother Evelyn Constance Alexander who spent one year in the Faculty of Arts aged 16 before she went on to become a teacher. The main purpose of the scholarship is to encourage the study of German at undergraduate and postgraduate level at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. The scholarship provides up to $5,000 annually to assist with study expenses for one student who is a New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate study in German.
Evelyn M Harrison Scholarship
The Evelyn M Harrison Scholarship was established in 1992 by Evelyn Maud Harrison for the promotion, advancement and encouragement of studies in Singing and Voice Production. The scholarship provides financial assistance of up to $15,000 to support part-time and full-time domestic students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate studies in Singing at the University of Auckland. Awards are made annually with the number of scholarships varying each year. The scholarship has a tenure of one year and is designed to help students with their study costs while developing their vocal performance skills and voice production techniques.
Lane Capital Scholarship
The Lane Capital Scholarship was established in 2011 and is funded by Gary Lane. It provides financial assistance of $8,000 per year for up to five years to support New Zealand citizens or permanent residents enrolling full-time in the first year of an undergraduate degree. The scholarship is available for students pursuing studies in Architecture, Business and Economics, Education and Social Work, Engineering, Medical and Health Sciences, or Science at the University of Auckland. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to assist students who, because of financial hardship, may not otherwise be able to undertake a university degree. Up to ten scholarships are offered to help with living costs or tuition fees, supporting students throughout their first undergraduate degree provided they maintain satisfactory academic progress.
University of Auckland Bioengineering Masters Scholarship
The University of Auckland Bioengineering Masters Scholarship provides financial support of up to $14,346 plus compulsory tuition fees for students undertaking an ME Thesis in Bioengineering. The Scholarship was established in 2011 and is funded by the Auckland Bioengineering Institute. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to encourage and support students to undertake a research master's degree in the Auckland Bioengineering Institute. It is available to New Zealand Citizens or Permanent residents and is awarded by nomination, with no application required. The scholarship provides both a stipend and covers compulsory fees for up to one year of full-time study or equivalent.
Veza Family Entry-Level Scholarship in Music
The Veza Family Entry-Level Scholarship in Music provides financial support of up to $5,000 to students enrolled in the first year of a Bachelor of Music (BMus) or BMus conjoint degree at the University of Auckland. Established in 2020 and funded by the Veza family, this scholarship aims to encourage and support students commencing undergraduate study in Music, especially where this funding would make a significant contribution to their financial needs. Two scholarships are awarded annually to either domestic or international students beginning their music studies. The scholarship has a tenure of one year and is designed to provide assistance with study costs during the crucial first year of a music degree.
Freda and George Green First in Family Scholarship
The Freda and George Green First in Family Scholarship was established in 2022 and is funded by Freda and George Green, who were each the first in their families to have a tertiary education which, in no small way, enabled all of their children to also do so. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to assist students who are the first member of their immediate family to attend university and who, because of financial hardship, may not otherwise be able to undertake a university degree. The scholarship provides up to $8,000 per annum for an incoming first year student who is the first in their family to attend university, with tenure for up to four years.
University of Auckland Doctoral Bridging Programme Scholarship
The University of Auckland Doctoral Bridging Programme Scholarship was established in 2022 to provide scholarship funding to students undertaking a Board of Graduate Studies approved 60 point Bridging Programme to PhD study. This scholarship provides financial support for New Zealand Citizens or Permanent Residents who are transitioning into doctoral research through a structured bridging program. Awardees who satisfy the requirements of these regulations will then be offered an eligible doctoral scholarship. The scholarship covers up to $11,523 in 2025 plus compulsory fees, providing essential financial support during the 60 points of full-time equivalent enrolment in the bridging program.
Blair Hargrave / Colliers International Scholarship
The Blair Hargrave / Colliers International Scholarship was established in 2006 and is funded by Colliers International New Zealand Limited to commemorate the contribution made by Blair Hargrave in encouraging young people within the property industry. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to encourage and reward excellence in the study of property, property management and valuation. It aims to support those seeking to complete a degree directly associated with the property industry. The scholarship provides up to $5,000 in financial assistance to support students enrolled full-time in Year 2 or 3 of a Bachelor of Property (BProp) or BProp conjoint degree at the University of Auckland. One or more scholarships are offered annually and can be held for up to two years.
George Turner Wilson Music Trust Scholarship - Senior Award
The George Turner Wilson Music Trust Scholarship - Senior Award provides financial assistance of $2,500 to New Zealand citizens to further their musical education overseas after completing a degree or diploma in Performance at the University of Auckland. Established in 1991 in memory of George Turner Wilson, this award specifically supports students who wish to pursue advanced music performance training internationally. The scholarship is offered annually and can be held for one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year upon re-application. The award aims to help talented music graduates gain valuable international experience and training to advance their performance careers.
John Court Scholarship
The John Court Scholarship was founded by the late Mr John Court, Auckland, to enable students whose means would not otherwise permit them so to do, to pursue a full-time university programme in agriculture. This annual scholarship provides financial assistance of $600 per annum to support students studying Agriculture at the University of Auckland. The scholarship is specifically targeted at students who would otherwise be unable to afford full-time agricultural studies, ensuring that financial constraints do not prevent capable students from pursuing their educational goals in this field.
DELNA PhD Scholarship
The DELNA PhD Scholarship was established in 2020 and is funded by DELNA (Diagnostic English Language Needs Assessment). The scholarship provides up to $10,000 NZD to support an international or domestic PhD candidate researching a topic in language assessment relevant to DELNA. The intention of the Scholarship is to encourage and support academically excellent domestic and international students with their doctoral study on a topic in language assessment which is relevant to DELNA at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. The scholarship is offered annually and provides assistance with study for one year tenure. One scholarship is available per year.
Anne Reid Memorial Scholarship
The Anne Reid Memorial Scholarship was established in 2002 to commemorate Anne Reid of Blenheim/Christchurch/Singapore/Auckland, who studied and taught at the University of Canterbury and the National University of Singapore. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to assist a graduate student of either the University of Canterbury or Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland to study Art History, English Literature, Music or Fine Arts overseas in an environment that encourages the completion of a course or work in progress, or the undertaking of further training in a recognised institution. The scholarship provides up to $30,000 to assist graduates with further postgraduate study overseas in the specified fields. The scholarship is offered once every two years with at least one award available per cycle.
Weston First in Family Scholarship
The Weston First in Family Scholarship provides financial assistance of up to $8,000 per annum for up to three years to support New Zealand citizens or permanent residents who are the first member of their family to attend university. The scholarship is specifically designed for students enrolling in the first year of an undergraduate degree at the University of Auckland Business School. Established in 2020 by the Weston family, now resident in the UK, the scholarship aims to help students who, because of financial hardship, may not otherwise be able to undertake a university degree in the Business School. The scholarship provides crucial support to first-generation university students pursuing business education, helping to remove financial barriers to higher education access.
Nauhria First in Family Scholarship
The Nauhria First in Family Scholarship was established in 2024 and is funded by Roshan Nauhria MNZM, founder of the Nauhria Group. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to assist students who are the first member of their family to attend university and who are enrolled, or intending to enrol, in the first year of a Bachelor of Commerce degree in the Business School at the University of Auckland. The scholarship provides financial assistance with study costs to support first-generation university students pursuing business education. This scholarship provides up to $8,000 per annum for up to four years, helping to reduce financial barriers for students who are breaking new ground in their families by pursuing higher education in commerce.
LEAP First in Family Scholarship in Accounting and Finance
The LEAP First in Family Scholarship in Accounting and Finance was established in 2020 and is funded by an anonymous donor. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to assist students enrolling in the first year of a Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce conjoint degree in Accounting and Finance, who are the first member of their immediate family to attend university and who, because of financial hardship, may not otherwise be able to undertake a university degree. The scholarship provides financial support of up to $8,000 per annum for up to three years to help New Zealand citizens or permanent residents who are first in their family to attend university pursue their undergraduate studies in accounting and finance at the University of Auckland.
Keystone Pink Beluga School Leaver Property Scholarship
The Keystone Pink Beluga School Leaver Property Scholarship was established in 2022 and is funded by Pink Beluga, a property development and management company and key scholarship partner for the Keystone Trust. The Keystone Trust is a charitable Trust established in 1994 to provide financial and pastoral assistance to students who would otherwise struggle to attend or succeed at tertiary study. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to encourage and support school leaver students to enrol in a Bachelor of Property or associated conjoint programme. The scholarship provides up to $5,000 per annum for up to three years to assist with study costs. One scholarship is offered every three years at the University of Auckland for students pursuing BProp or BProp conjoint degrees.
Geoff Ricketts Heartland Bank Scholarship
The Geoff Ricketts Heartland Bank Scholarship was established in 2024 in memory of the late Geoff Ricketts, a co-founder and director of Heartland Bank and a proud graduate of the University of Auckland Law School. The Scholarship is funded by Heartland Bank. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to assist students enrolling in the first year of a degree in the faculties of Business and Economics, Law, or Medical and Health Sciences who, because of financial hardship, may not otherwise be able to undertake a university degree. Scholarships of up to $10,000 per annum are available for up to three years for New Zealand Citizens or Permanent Residents. Up to four scholarships are available, and the funds can be used for assistance with living costs or tuition fees.
Master of Design Diversity Award
The Master of Design Diversity Award was established in 2022 and is funded by the Faculty of Engineering and Design at the University of Auckland. The main purpose of the Award is to encourage Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland Master of Design students from diverse backgrounds to take their passion for design to make changes for the benefit of society. The Award provides $5,000 each to two recipients annually to assist with study in the Master of Design programme. This award runs for a tenure of one year and applications typically open around late January and close in early March each year.
Veza Family Postgraduate Scholarship in Music
The Veza Family Postgraduate Scholarship in Music was established in 2020 and is funded by the Veza Family. The scholarship provides up to $15,000 for a domestic or international student enrolled in postgraduate study in Music at the University of Auckland. The intention of the scholarship is to encourage and support students undertaking postgraduate study in Music, especially where this funding would make a significant contribution to their financial needs. The scholarship is offered annually with one award available. The tenure is one year and the scholarship is intended for assistance with study.
School of Medical Sciences International Masters Scholarship
The School of Medical Sciences International Masters Scholarship was established in 2019 and is funded by the School of Medical Sciences at the University of Auckland. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to attract new international students of high calibre to enrol in masters level study for one or two years at the School of Medical Sciences, in the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences at the University of Auckland. The scholarship provides a tuition fees credit of up to $20,000 per annum to support international masters students pursuing either a 120 point or 240 point masters degree. Up to five scholarships are offered biannually, with applications typically opening around six weeks before the closing date. The scholarship is tenable for the full duration of the programme.
University of Auckland International Business Masters Scholarship
The University of Auckland International Business Masters Scholarship was established in 2013 and is funded by the University of Auckland Business School. The Scholarship provides up to $24,000 towards international student tuition fees for a masters programme in the University of Auckland Business School. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to attract new international students to the Business Masters programmes offered by the University of Auckland Business School, enabling them to gain the skills and knowledge required to launch a business career. A key objective is to enhance the diversity of the class profile. The scholarship is offered biannually with openings in January and April for April and September intakes respectively. The number of awards available varies each year, and the scholarship covers the duration of the programme.
University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship
The University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship was established in 2016. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to attract new international students of high calibre to enrol in undergraduate or postgraduate study of one year or more at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. The scholarship provides financial support of up to $10,000 towards compulsory tuition fees for new international undergraduate and postgraduate students. Up to 50 scholarships are offered bi-annually for students enrolling in undergraduate degrees, PGDip or masters programmes.
University of Auckland India High Achievers Scholarship
The University of Auckland India High Achievers Scholarship was established in 2022. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to attract new international students of high calibre from India to enrol full-time in undergraduate or postgraduate study of one year or more at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. The scholarship provides up to $20,000 towards tuition fees for new international students from India enrolling full-time in undergraduate degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas, or masters degrees. The scholarship is offered biannually with 30 awards available per year. The tenure is one year and the scholarship is specifically designed to support students from India pursuing their first year of study at the University of Auckland.
University of Auckland ASEAN High Achievers Scholarship
The University of Auckland ASEAN High Achievers Scholarship was established in 2022 to attract new international students of high calibre from ASEAN countries to enrol full-time in undergraduate or postgraduate study of one year or more at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. The scholarship provides financial support of up to $10,000 towards tuition fees for new international students from ASEAN countries enrolling in undergraduate degrees, masters degrees or postgraduate diplomas. The scholarship is offered biannually with 30 scholarships available per year, with specific opening and closing dates for each semester intake. The tenure of the scholarship is one year and it is specifically designed to support students from ASEAN member countries who demonstrate high academic achievement and wish to pursue their education at the University of Auckland.
Marie D'Albini Scholarship
The Marie D'Albini Scholarship provides financial support to students enrolled in a Bachelor of Music: Creative Practice in singing at the University of Auckland. Two scholarships of up to $6,000 each are offered annually to support students pursuing classical singing studies. The scholarship was established from a fund bequeathed to the University under the Will of the late Mrs Shipherd for the founding and carrying on of a musical and vocal scholarship. The awards are intended to provide assistance with study costs for one year of tenure.
Beatrice Ratcliffe Entry-Level Scholarship in Music
The Beatrice Ratcliffe Entry-Level Scholarship in Music was established in 2016 through funds bequeathed by Richard Guy Ratcliffe from the Beatrice Ratcliffe Charitable Trust to the School of Music at the University of Auckland. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to encourage and support students commencing undergraduate study in Music in the School of Creative Arts. This scholarship provides financial assistance of up to $5,000 for one year to help with study expenses. The scholarship is awarded annually to one student who is commencing full-time undergraduate study in the first year of a Bachelor of Music (BMus) or a BMus conjoint degree. Both international and domestic students are eligible to apply.
Te Herenga Mātai Pūkaha Doctoral Scholarship in Engineering
The Te Herenga Mātai Pūkaha Doctoral Scholarship in Engineering was established in 2019 and is funded by the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Auckland. The scholarship is intended to support Māori and Pacific students to undertake doctoral study on an agreed topic in the Faculty of Engineering. The scholarship aims to support the Faculty's objective to increase Māori and Pacific representation in its doctoral programme. Recipients receive up to $33,000 per annum plus compulsory domestic fees for up to 36 months. This scholarship is awarded by nomination only and does not require a separate application from candidates.
Sir Graham (Mont) Liggins Scholarship
The Sir Graham (Mont) Liggins Scholarship was established in 2016 and is funded by the Mont Liggins Memorial Fund. The Liggins Institute is named after Sir Graham (Mont) Liggins, a distinguished clinician and researcher whose life-saving treatment for premature babies is now standard clinical practice world-wide. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to encourage and support academically excellent students to undertake an honours or research masters degree that falls within one or more of the strategic research themes of the Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland Liggins Institute. The scholarship supports domestic and international students enrolled full-time in honours or research masters study. Up to four scholarships are offered annually with a tenure of one year, covering compulsory domestic tuition fees.
Hinrich Foundation Global Trade Leader Scholarship
The Hinrich Foundation Global Trade Leader Scholarship was established in 2019 and is funded by the Hinrich Foundation, a philanthropic organisation with a mission of promoting sustainable global trade, and the Li Ka Shing Foundation, a Hong Kong based charitable organisation. The scholarship provides financial assistance of up to $30,000 each to support international students who are enrolling in a Master of International Business at the University of Auckland. The intention of the scholarship is to encourage and support international students undertaking graduate study in international business and global trade. Up to two scholarships are offered twice per year, with applications opening in February and closing in April. The scholarship provides assistance throughout the duration of the programme.
Jane and Rebecca Hulst Memorial Scholarship
The Jane and Rebecca Hulst Memorial Scholarship was established in 2010 and is funded by an anonymous donation in memory of Jane and Rebecca Hulst. The Scholarship is designed to support full-time students pursuing a Master of Speech Language Therapy Practice (MSLTPrac) degree at the University of Auckland. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to foster and encourage masters study in Speech and Language Therapy Practice, with an emphasis on children with disabilities. The Scholarship is offered every two years to New Zealand citizens or permanent residents and provides assistance with tuition fees over a two-year tenure period. One scholarship is available per round, with a value of up to $10,000 per annum towards tuition fees, making the total value up to $20,000 over the two-year period.
University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship
The University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship (UoADS) is a competitive scholarship scheme offered in four rounds each year to support outstanding doctoral students. The scholarship provides comprehensive financial support for doctoral research including a tax-free annual stipend, full tuition fees coverage, and health insurance for international students. From 2024 onwards, the stipend includes an annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustment to maintain its real value. The scholarship aims to enhance the university's research impact and excellence, nurture outstanding research talent, and support equity, diversity, and inclusion in research. In 2026, the scholarship duration is being extended from 36 to 42 months for most candidates, and the scholarship can be held part-time without needing to demonstrate compassionate or compelling reasons. Guaranteed scholarships are available for Māori and Pacific applicants with a qualifying programme GPA of 7.0 or above.
Kate Edger Foundation - Dame Dorothy Winstone Doctoral Completion Award
The Kate Edger Foundation - Dame Dorothy Winstone Doctoral Completion Award was established in 2012 and is funded by the Kate Edger Foundation. The main purpose of the Award is to assist women graduates who have completed a minimum of three years of full-time study or six years of part-time study towards a PhD or named Doctorate, to have at least four months free of employment and to remain or become a full-time student, in order to make substantial progress towards completion of a PhD or named Doctorate qualification. The Award provides up to $16,000 each to support women doctoral students to complete their doctorate. The Award is intended for students studying full-time towards a qualification; however, the Trustees recognise that health conditions or impairments can limit a person's ability to study full-time and have extended the Award in 2023 to include part-time study on a case-by-case basis. Three awards are offered three times a year.
Kate Edger Foundation - First Year Doctoral Award
The Kate Edger Foundation - First Year Doctoral Award was established in 2015 and is funded by the Kate Edger Foundation. The main purpose of the Award is to assist women graduates currently enrolled in their first year of full-time study at the University of Auckland towards a PhD or named Doctorate. The Award provides up to $11,000 each to support women students enrolled in the first year of a PhD or named Doctorate. Up to five awards are offered annually. The Award is intended for students studying full-time towards a qualification; however, the Trustees recognise that health conditions or impairments can limit a person's ability to study full-time and have extended the Award in 2023 to include part-time study on a case-by-case basis. The award provides assistance with study costs for one year. Applications typically open around six weeks before the closing date in April, with applications opening on 3 March 2026 and closing on 14 April 2026 for the next cycle. The Award has a tenure of one year and aims to support women in their first year of doctoral study at the University of Auckland.
Kate Edger Foundation - Vinka Marinovich Award in Music
The Kate Edger Foundation - Vinka Marinovich Award in Music was established in 2016 and is financed by a bequest from the estate of Vinka Marinovich. Vinka had a lifetime involvement with Music in the Auckland area, particularly with Auckland Girls Grammar School and St Patrick's Cathedral. The main purpose of the Award is to support women enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate study in Music at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. Two Awards of up to $8,000 each are offered annually to assist women with their study. The Award is intended for students studying full-time towards a qualification; however, the Trustees recognise that health conditions or impairments can limit a person's ability to study full-time and have extended the Award in 2023 to include part-time study on a case-by-case basis. This scholarship supports women enrolling in Stage III of a BMus, or BMus (Hons), PGDipMus, MMus, DMus, DMA or PhD in Music.
Kate Edger Foundation - Vinka Marinovich Award in Engineering
The Kate Edger Foundation - Vinka Marinovich Award in Engineering was established in 2016 and is financed by a bequest from the estate of Vinka Marinovich, in memory of her brother who passed away while a student of Engineering at the University of Auckland. The main purpose of the Award is to support women enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate study in the Faculty of Engineering at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. The Award provides up to $2,000 in assistance with study costs. The Award is intended for students studying full-time towards a qualification; however, the Trustees recognise that health conditions or impairments can limit a person's ability to study full-time and have extended the Award in 2023 to include part-time study on a case-by-case basis. Up to two awards are available annually.
Margaret Tudor South New Start Award
The Margaret Tudor South New Start Award is a $2,000 award established in 2018 and funded by a bequest from Margaret Tudor South. The main purpose of the Award is to assist women students enrolled in the New Start Programme at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. Up to five awards are offered twice per year (Semester One and Semester Two) to support New Zealand Citizens or Permanent Residents who are women students enrolling in the New Start programme. The award provides financial assistance with study for one semester duration.
Dame Charmian J. O'Connor Award in Chemistry
The Dame Charmian J. O'Connor Award in Chemistry was established in 2008 by an endowment gift from Emeritus Professor Dame Charmian J. O'Connor. The Award provides financial assistance to women undergraduate Chemistry students who are New Zealand citizens or permanent residents to support their Stage II Chemistry studies. The main purpose of the Award is to contribute towards tuition expenses for women students who have demonstrated academic excellence in chemistry prior to their second year of undergraduate study. One award of $1,500 is offered annually for a tenure period of one year.
ProCare Annual Prize in General Practice
The ProCare Annual Prize in General Practice was established by ProCare in 2003 to recognize and support Māori and Pacific students enrolled in MBChB Part V at the University of Auckland. ProCare is a large primary care network of qualified family doctors (GPs), nurses and general practice teams across Metro Auckland, covering three District Health Boards. The organization is passionate about improving health outcomes and reducing inequalities for Aucklanders, with a particular focus on Māori and Pacific communities. The Prizes are awarded to Māori and Pacific students who achieved the highest overall marks for the General Practice attachment of MBChB Part V. The program is specifically intended to stimulate interest in general practice as a career amongst Māori and Pacific students. Two prizes are awarded annually, each valued at $2,000 NZD. Recipients are selected based on academic performance without requiring an application, as the award is made by nomination and recommendation from the relevant faculty or University committee.
Tamaki Health Prize in General Practice
The Tamaki Health Prize in General Practice is an annual prize established in 2024 and funded by Tamaki Health, a privately owned New Zealand healthcare group. The Prize is awarded to the Māori student and the Pacific student who achieved the highest overall marks in General Practice in MBChB Part VI. The prize is intended to stimulate interest in general practice as a career amongst Māori students and Pacific students. Two prizes valued at $2,000 each are awarded annually. Recipients are selected by nomination and do not need to apply for this prize.
Design Bring Your Own Device Award
The Design Bring Your Own Device Award was established in 2019 and is funded by the Faculty of Engineering and Design at the University of Auckland. The main purpose of the Award is to assist Bachelor of Design and Master of Design students with the cost of purchasing a fit for purpose device, which is a requirement of these programmes. Up to 20 awards of up to $2,500 each are offered annually to help international and domestic students enrolling in a Bachelor of Design or Master of Design program purchase course-related technology and devices. The award provides essential financial support for students to acquire the necessary equipment to successfully complete their design studies. This one-year award helps reduce the financial barrier for students entering design programs by covering a significant portion of the technology costs required for their coursework.
Bachelor of Design Award for Pacific Students
The Bachelor of Design Award for Pacific Students is an annual award established in 2019 by the Faculty of Engineering and Design at the University of Auckland. The main purpose of the Award is to encourage and support Pacific students to study Design at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. The award provides financial assistance of up to $5,000 for Pacific students enrolling in any year of a Bachelor of Design program. The number of awards varies annually, and the tenure is for one year. This funding is intended to help Pacific students pursue their design education and contribute to greater diversity in the design field.
Bachelor of Design Award for Māori Students
The Bachelor of Design Award for Māori Students was established in 2019 and is funded by the Faculty of Engineering and Design at the University of Auckland. The main purpose of the Award is to encourage and support Māori students to study Design at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. This annual award provides financial assistance of up to $5,000 per annum to Māori students enrolling in any year of a Bachelor of Design program. The award has a tenure of one year and the number of awards offered varies each year. Applications typically open in late January and close in early March, with awards being offered annually to assist Māori students with their design studies.
J W Turnbull Faculty of Engineering and Design Entry Level Undergraduate Scholarship
The J W Turnbull Faculty of Engineering and Design Entry Level Undergraduate Scholarship provides $5,000 to support New Zealand Citizens or Permanent Residents in their first year of full-time undergraduate study. The Scholarship was established in 2025 and is financed by the JW Turnbull Engineering Endowment. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to support students in their first year of university and to encourage excellence in the study of subjects in the Faculty of Engineering and Design. Eligible programs include the Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS), Bachelor of Urban Planning (Honours) (BUrbPlan(Hons)), Bachelor of Design (BDes), or associated conjoint degrees. One scholarship is awarded annually, and recipients do not need to apply as it is awarded on the recommendation of the relevant faculty or University of Auckland committee.
Edward Connolly Faculty of Engineering and Design BE(Hons) Kick Start Award
The Edward Connolly Faculty of Engineering and Design BE(Hons) Kick Start Award was established in 2008 for the assistance of students in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) program at the University of Auckland. The Award provides financial support of up to $2,000 to first year BE(Hons) students who have applied for a Faculty of Engineering and Design Kick Start Award. This scholarship is provided for in the will of the late Mr Edward Connolly and is designed to help students with their study expenses during their first year of engineering studies. The award is given by nomination and does not require a separate application from students, as it is awarded on the recommendation of the relevant faculty or University of Auckland committee.
Prasad Prize for High Performance Architecture
The Prasad Prize for High Performance Architecture is awarded to the Year Two or Year Three Bachelor of Architectural Studies student who achieved the highest GPA across specific architecture courses. The Prize was established in 2018 and is funded by Deo Prasad AO, an alumnus of the School of Architecture and Planning, who is Scientia Professor and CEO of the Low Carbon Living CRC at the University of New South Wales, and an international authority on sustainable buildings and cities. The main purpose of the Prize is to recognise and reward excellence in ecologically positive design in studio design projects in years two and three of the Bachelor of Architectural Studies. This is an annual prize valued at $2,000 and is awarded by nomination, with no application required from students.
Dudley Freeman Prize in Photographic Practices and History
The Dudley Freeman Prize in Photographic Practices and History recognises and rewards the student who has written the most original, creative and interdisciplinary research essay on photography or photographic practices in an Art History course. The Prize was established in 2019 and was funded by Dianna Sutherland in memory of her late husband, Dudley Freeman, who had a lifelong passion for photography as a way of observing and communicating with the world. This prize is awarded annually by nomination to one exceptional student demonstrating excellence in photographic scholarship within the Art History discipline at the University of Auckland.
Hauora Māori Development in Pharmacy Practice Prize
The Hauora Māori Development in Pharmacy Practice Prize is awarded to the Bachelor of Pharmacy student whose Part III collected portfolio demonstrated the best development in Hauora Māori understandings and culturally competent practices. The Prize was established in 2018 and is funded by Ngā Kaitiaki o Te Puna Rongoā o Aotearoa/The Māori Pharmacists' Association (MPA). The MPA is a national Māori health organisation with the aim and overarching vision to lead Māori responsiveness in the pharmacy sector in the development and delivery of services aimed to increase medicines optimisation in Māori whānau. The main purpose of the Prize is to reward and recognise students of the Bachelor of Pharmacy who demonstrate development of skills, understandings and reflection in relation to the Hauora Māori domain learning at Part III level, with the overall aim of fostering graduates who are confident to offer culturally competent pharmacy services that can eliminate health disparities experienced by Māori health consumers.
Prestidges Prize
The Prestidges Prize was established in 2011 and is funded by Prestidges, a family run New Zealand uniform designer, manufacturer and retailer with a reputation for producing high quality medical wear. The main purpose of the Prize is to recognise the student who has demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities and peer support throughout the Bachelor of Nursing programme, as voted by the completing class. This annual prize is awarded to one final year Bachelor of Nursing student who has shown outstanding leadership and peer support as recognized by their peers.
Royal NZ College of General Practitioners 5th Year General Practice Prize
The Royal NZ College of General Practitioners 5th Year General Practice Prize is an annual award established in 2001 by the Auckland Faculty of the New Zealand College of General Practitioners. The prize recognizes academic excellence in general practice education at the University of Auckland's Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences. It is awarded to the MBChB Part V student who achieved the highest overall marks in the General Practice component of their medical degree program. Recipients do not need to apply for this prize as it is awarded automatically by nomination based on academic performance.
Green Cross Health Leadership in Pharmacy Studies Part IV Prize
The Green Cross Health Leadership in Pharmacy Studies Part IV Prize is awarded to the Part IV BPharm or BPharm(Hons) student who submits the portfolio that best demonstrates evidence of personal and professional leadership qualities. The Prize was established in 2018 and is funded by Green Cross Health. The main purpose of the Prize is to stimulate interest in pharmacy studies along with personal and professional leadership development, and service contributions among Part IV students in the Bachelor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) degree at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. The prize is awarded by nomination rather than through a formal application process, with selection made on the recommendation of the relevant faculty or University of Auckland committee.
Pharmaceutical Society of New Zealand Leadership in Pharmacy Studies Part III Prize
The Pharmaceutical Society of New Zealand Leadership in Pharmacy Studies Part III Prize was established in 2018 and is funded by the Pharmaceutical Society of New Zealand (PSNZ). The Prize is awarded annually to recognize the Part III BPharm portfolio which best demonstrates personal and professional leadership qualities. The main purpose of the Prize is to stimulate interest in pharmacy studies along with personal and professional leadership development, and service contributions among Part III students in the Bachelor of Pharmacy degree at the University of Auckland. The prize is awarded by nomination and no application is required from students. It is awarded on the recommendation of the relevant faculty or University of Auckland committee.
Master of Health Leadership – International Student Scholarships
The Master of Health Leadership – International Student Scholarships were established in 2016 and are financed by the Faculty of Medical & Health Sciences at the University of Auckland. The main purpose of the Scholarship is to support international students to develop leadership capabilities for the health sector and further their careers in health management, health care quality improvement, international health management and health leadership in their communities by enrolling into the Master of Health Leadership at the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences. The scholarship provides a contribution towards tuition fees of up to $15,000 for new international students enrolling full-time in a Master of Health Leadership. Up to ten scholarships are available and are awarded by nomination rather than application. The scholarship is available for the duration of the programme and is offered as a one-off payment.
University of Auckland Waka Moana and Vaka Moana Scholarships
These scholarships are awarded to Māori (Waka Moana) and Pacific (Vaka Moana) students attending university for the first time. The scholarships provide one year of catered accommodation in a University of Auckland Hall of Residence, along with a laptop that the student keeps. Each Hall offers catering, a private room, activities and events, academic mentoring programmes and pastoral care. Free membership to the University Recreation facilities on the City Campus is also included. The scholarships are designed to provide support to exceptional students during their studies towards an undergraduate degree at the University of Auckland. Recipients are selected based on academic achievement, participation in Māori performing arts (for Waka Moana), leadership positions, sporting or arts competitions, and community service. The University acknowledges barriers to tertiary education and considers factors such as financial need, attendance at lower-decile schools, refugee background, disability, care responsibilities, rural location, and first-generation university status.
University of Auckland Academic Potential Scholarships
The University of Auckland Academic Potential Scholarship is awarded to students who have achieved academically but are experiencing hardships or who may have been disadvantaged due to their personal circumstances. The scholarship provides financial support and accommodation assistance to help exceptional students during their undergraduate studies. Awards are made in three tiers: Tier 1 includes one year of catered accommodation plus $5,000 over three years; Tier 2 provides $10,000 over three years; and Tier 3 offers $6,000 over three years. The scholarship is designed to support talented students who face significant barriers to tertiary education, including those from low-decile schools, refugee backgrounds, rural areas, or those with demonstrated financial need. Recipients must maintain passing grades and full-time enrollment throughout the scholarship period.
University of Auckland Pacific Academic Excellence Scholarships
The University of Auckland Pacific Academic Excellence Scholarships are awarded to Indigenous Pacific students who demonstrate excellent academic achievement and active participation in community, cultural and other activities. The scholarships are designed to provide support to exceptional students during their studies towards an undergraduate degree at the University. Recipients receive one year of catered accommodation in a University of Auckland Hall of Residence in their first year, plus $5,000 paid in instalments across three years of study. The accommodation includes catering, individual rooms, activities and events, academic mentoring programmes and pastoral care, as well as free membership to University Recreation facilities on the City Campus. The scholarships are specifically targeted at New Zealand Citizens or Permanent Residents who are currently enrolled in their final year at a New Zealand secondary school or kura and intending to enrol full-time in a degree or Certificate in Health Sciences followed by a degree at the University of Auckland.
University of Auckland Māori Academic Excellence Scholarships
The University of Auckland Māori Academic Excellence Scholarships are awarded to New Zealand Māori students who demonstrate excellent academic achievement and active participation in community, cultural and other activities. The scholarship provides comprehensive support for talented Māori students transitioning from secondary school to university study. Recipients receive one year of catered accommodation in a University of Auckland Hall of Residence during their first year, plus $5,000 paid in instalments across three years of undergraduate study. The scholarship recognizes not only academic excellence but also cultural leadership, participation in Māori performing arts, and involvement in school and community activities. The University acknowledges barriers to tertiary education and considers factors such as being first in family to attend university, disabilities, care responsibilities, rural location, and financial need.
University of Auckland Top Achiever Scholarships
The University of Auckland Top Achiever Scholarships are awarded to exceptional students who have excellent academic achievement and demonstrated leadership potential. The scholarship provides comprehensive support for first-year undergraduate students transitioning from New Zealand secondary schools to university. Recipients receive one year of catered accommodation in a University of Auckland Hall of Residence plus $5,000 paid in two instalments during their first two semesters of study. The scholarship is designed to support outstanding students during their undergraduate degree at the University of Auckland, with accommodation benefits including catering, individual rooms, activities and events, academic mentoring programmes, pastoral care, and free membership to University Recreation facilities on the City Campus. To maintain the scholarship for the second semester, students must achieve a grade point average of at least 6.00 in their first semester courses and continue full-time enrolment.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship
The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship is a brand new scholarship awarded for the first time in 2026 to students with exceptional academic performance at the University of Auckland. This prestigious scholarship provides comprehensive support including one year of catered accommodation in a University of Auckland Hall of Residence and $10,000 paid in four installments over the first four semesters of study. The accommodation benefits include catering, a private room, a range of activities and events, academic mentoring programmes, pastoral care, and free membership to the Hiwa Recreation Centre. The scholarship is designed to support exceptional students during their undergraduate degree studies and requires recipients to maintain high academic standards throughout their tenure.
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