University of Waikato 2025 Summer Research Scholarship (Up to $8,000)

The University of Waikato Summer Research Scholarship Programme was established in 2006 to support and enhance research at the University of Waikato by providing promising students the opportunity to experience the challenges and rewards of research. Scholarships are offered in various disciplines and support up to ten-weeks of full-time research during C Trimester (November to February). The number of Scholarships offered in any one year will be determined by the availability of funding and supervision.

The University of Waikato Summer Research Scholarships support students to embark on a research experience under the Summer Research Scholarship Programme. The Programme is particularly for those considering further study at the University of Waikato and is designed to assist students in the development of their research skills while providing the opportunity to experience the challenges and rewards of research.

• Table of Content
• About University of Waikato
• University of Waikato Summer Research Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of University of Waikato Summer Research Scholarship
• Requirements for University of Waikato Summer Research Scholarship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for University of Waikato Summer Research 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.

University of Waikato Summer Research Scholarship

Application Deadline	15 Sep 2024
Value	$8,000
Country to study	New Zealand
School to study	University of Waikato
Type	Postgraduate
Sponsor	University of Waikato
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of University of Waikato Summer Research Scholarship

The scholarship includes the following:

• An $8,000 stipend paid in four cash instalments as follows:

  1. $2000 on commencement of the project;

  2. $2,000 four weeks through the term of the scholarship;

  3. $2,000 eight weeks through the term of the scholarship (conditional on a positive interim report from the supervisor); and

  4. $2,000 on submission of the final research poster which must be received by the poster due date outlined in the Terms and Conditions of the Summer Research Scholarship Programme (see also Clause 6).

Requirements for University of Waikato Summer Research Scholarship Qualification

To be eligible for consideration applicants must:

1. In the year of application be enrolled at a New Zealand University or other tertiary provider within New Zealand (e.g. Te P?kenga)1; and
2. Have not yet undertaken postgraduate research (i.e., have not begun Masters by Research or a doctorate programme). Applicants concurrently enrolled in taught papers and a thesis (593 or 594) may apply providing they have not yet commenced their master’s thesis.

Interview date, Process and Venue for University of Waikato Summer Research Scholarship

Selection of applicants is based on:

1. Expertise in at least one of the specific areas in which the research is being offered in a given year;
2. Academic merit. The Grade Point Average (GPA) will be calculated on the candidate’s most recent 240 points of study (i.e. the equivalent of two years’ full-time enrolment); and

Other considerations as outlined in the project advertisements (e.g., willingness to be based at the location of research).

Preference may be given to applicants who have discussed the project with the supervisor before applying and who intend to continue with postgraduate study at the University of Waikato.

Application Deadline

September 15, 2024

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to University of Waikato on www.waikato.ac.nz to apply

1. Read the guidelines

   Please ensure you read the regulations before you commence the application process.

2. If you are new, complete an application to enrol

   You will need to do this BEFORE you can have access to apply for Scholarships and Awards.

   Application to enrol

3. Apply using MyWaikato

   Once you have an account, log into MyWaikato and click on the ‘Scholarships’ tab to see the list of available scholarships

   Apply now

Note: If you are a current student or already have a University of Waikato account you will be redirected to the MyWaikato screen. Log in to MyWaikato, select the ‘Scholarships’ tab and choose the scholarship you wish to apply for from the list at the bottom of the page.

For more details visit: University of Waikato website.