University of Waikato 2025 Broad Memorial Scholarship for Postgraduate Students

The Broad Memorial Scholarship (previously the Broad Memorial Fund till 2024) was established in 1983 in memory of Dr Jon Broad and his daughter Philippa Broad who both died in the November 1979 Mount Erebus air disaster. Mrs. Margaret Broad provided initial funds, with further donations received from colleagues and friends of the deceased. Dr Philippa Broad, an alumna of the University, had intended to start a Master of Science in Earth Sciences at the time of the disaster.  The funds are held in the Foundation and one scholarship will be offered annually until 2030 when it is anticipated that the funds will be fully depleted. 

• Table of Content
• About University of Waikato
• Broad Memorial Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Broad Memorial Scholarship
• Broad Memorial Scholarship Courses
• Requirements for Broad Memorial Scholarship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Broad Memorial Scholarship
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About University of Waikato

This University is committed to delivering a world-class education and research portfolio, providing a full and dynamic university experience, distinctive in character, and pursuing strong international links to advance knowledge.

Broad Memorial Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of Broad Memorial Scholarship

The value of the award is $10,000 (half value for part-time recipients) and will be paid in two equal instalments as follows:  

• Half will be paid as soon as practicable upon acceptance.  
• Half will be paid 6 months after the first instalment, conditional on clause 2.4 being met.  

Broad Memorial Scholarship Courses

• Earth sciences

Requirements for Broad Memorial Scholarship Qualification

To be eligible applicants must, at the time of application:

1. Be currently enrolled full- or part-time at the University of Waikato in postgraduate study with a research component in the field of Earth Sciences and / or Environmental Sciences. To be clear, this only includes the following degree programmes:  
   1. MSc(Research);
   2. MPhil; or
   3. PhD.
2. Have at least 9 months remaining on their enrolment and intend to remain  enrolled during the year of tenure.
3. Have achieved at least a B+ average in their most recent undergraduate or postgraduate study.  
4. Be eligible for domestic fees status (i.e., be a NZ Citizen, NZ Permanent Resident, NZ Resident Class Visa holder, or Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident domiciled in NZ) or be international students. 
5. Previous recipients may reapply in future rounds.  

Interview date, Process and Venue for Broad Memorial Scholarship

Selection is based on:

• Academic merit.
• Motivation of the applicant to undertake postgraduate research.
• Preference will be given to applicants who meet one or more of the following criteria:   
  • Undertaking research related to Antarctica.
  • Undertaking research in Earth Sciences.
  • Have not previously held the award.  
  • Do not hold other funding and/or who have need of the funds.  

Application Deadline

How to Apply

• The closing date for applications is 31 March annually.  
• As part of the online application process, each applicant must provide information on the following within the online application form:
  • Motivation for undertaking postgraduate research in their chosen field.
  • A short synopsis of the research including the title.
  • A brief description of the progress achieved to date, and likely date of completion of the research.
  • Details of how the funds will be used.  
  • Any other information that may be relevant to the Selection Panel. 
• Each applicant must also upload a statement of support from their Chief Supervisor. The statement should comment on the quality of research undertaken to date, satisfaction that the programme can be completed within the minimum time for the degree, and certify that the applicant is not in receipt of significant funds from research contracts or any other sources.  

For more details, visit University of Waikato scholarship webpage