Dick and Mary Earle Scholarship in Technology

The Dick and Mary Earle Scholarship in Technology provides funds for individuals to undertake research towards a master's or doctorate degree at any university in New Zealand. The scholarship focuses on two key areas: innovation and product development, or bioprocess technology. Dick and Mary Earle established this scholarship based on their belief that technology is important to the well-being and enhanced social fabric of the community. Through this scholarship, the Earles hope that suitably qualified graduates will improve their own capacity to advance technology and make a contribution to technological knowledge relevant to New Zealand. Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents who have resided in New Zealand for at least three years immediately preceding the year of selection. Additionally, applicants must have completed the requirements for a BTech, BEng, BE degree or equivalent, with honours, in a field appropriate to their intended study. The scholarship is administered by Universities New Zealand-Te Pokai Tara.