Scholarship

Murray McNae Scholarship

Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington Original Source
Award

NZD 18,000 - NZD 18,000

Deadline

Oct 11, 2024

Deadline passed
Location

New Zealand

Applicants

individual

About This Opportunity

The Murray McNae Scholarship provides financial support for a Mana College school leaver intending to study at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington to pursue studies in Computer Science or Software Engineering (Bachelor of Engineering) or in general Science (Bachelor of Science). While preference will be given to these career paths, consideration may also be given for a degree involving a significant Information Systems component. The scholarship is valued at $18,000 and will be awarded each year to one student, with payments being spread over 3 years. Selection is based on both the demonstration of interest and promise in the subject of computer science or general science, and of financial need. Year 1 includes $6,000 towards fees and a $3,000 stipend as a one-off payment, Year 2 includes $6,000 towards fees, and Year 3 includes a $3,000 stipend. The scholarship will be primarily directed towards tuition fees and stipends to support students from Mana College pursuing STEM degrees at Victoria University of Wellington.

Duration 36 - 37 mo
1 award
Decision Announced at annual prize giving ceremony at Mana College

Who Can Apply

Region
New Zealand
Citizenship
New Zealand
Residency
New Zealand
Project in
New Zealand
Applicants
individual
Priority for
low_income

Application Details

Interview

Stages

  1. 1 two_stage

Required documents

cover_letter references transcripts

Review process

Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed by a selection panel consisting of the Principal of Mana College, a senior manager of the school, and the scholarship donor Murray McNae or his designated appointee. Selection is based on academic achievement and potential, financial need, quality of personal statement, and references.

Restrictions

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Post-award obligations

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