Victoria University of Wellington 2025 Curtis-Gordon Research Scholarships in Chemistry

The Curtis-Gordon Research Scholarship in Chemistry was established by Gerry Gordon, a student who worked with Professor Neil Curtis in the Chemistry Department at Victoria University of Wellington from 1961-1964. He carried out his MSc research programme in Chemistry which was supervised by Professor Curtis. Gerry then pursued a very successful career in industrial chemistry and became prominent in cement and concrete research and development in the United States. He was an early pioneer on the addition of amorphous silica SiO2, to concrete to react with components in the cement and enhance the strength of the concrete. This is now common practice in the cement and concrete industry. Gerry built a very successful business in the United States around it. Professor Neil Curtis’ enthusiasm for inorganic chemistry and new ideas, influenced Gerry’s MSc research and his successful chemistry-based industry and business career. Professor Curtis continued his pioneering studies of metal complexes involving macrocyclic ligands in which he has contributed very significantly to the field of inorganic chemistry and internationally recognised accordingly. He is an Emeritus Professor at Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington.

• Table of Content
• About Victoria University of Wellington
• Curtis-Gordon Research Scholarships in Chemistry
• Aim and Benefits of Curtis-Gordon Research Scholarships in Chemistry
• Curtis-Gordon Research Scholarships in Chemistry Courses
• Requirements for Curtis-Gordon Research Scholarships in Chemistry Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Curtis-Gordon Research Scholarships in Chemistry
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Victoria University of Wellington

Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is one of New Zealand’s oldest and most prestigious tertiary institutions with a proud tradition of academic excellence. Learn more about our 125 years of rich history.

Curtis-Gordon Research Scholarships in Chemistry

Aim and Benefits of Curtis-Gordon Research Scholarships in Chemistry

The scholarship has a value of $1,000 - $7,000

Curtis-Gordon Research Scholarships in Chemistry Courses

• Chemical Sciences
• Chemistry
• Physical Sciences

Requirements for Curtis-Gordon Research Scholarships in Chemistry Qualification

• Applicants must be currently enrolled in Chemistry in the BSc (Hons), MSc, or PhD degrees in the School of Chemical and Physical Sciences at Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington.

Interview date, Process and Venue for Curtis-Gordon Research Scholarships in Chemistry

• Applicants must be currently enrolled in Chemistry in the BSc (Hons), MSc, or PhD degree in the School of Chemical and Physical Sciences at Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington.
• When selecting the scholarship holders, the ability of the candidates to complete the requirements of the degree at Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington.
• The personal circumstances of the candidates may be considered.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have completed all, or a substantial portion of, their undergraduate degree in Chemistry in the School of Chemical and Physical Sciences of Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington.
• The value of the scholarship is at the discretion of the Selection Committee, based on the need and academic record of the applicant.

Documents Required for Application

• A personal statement outlining reasons for applying for the scholarship.
• Academic transcript.
• A CV.
• A statement on the area of Chemistry you are currently pursuing.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

A completed online application must be submitted by 4.30 pm on the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Any required supporting documentation (including references) must also be received by 4.30 pm on the closing date in order for the application to be considered.

For more details, visit Victoria University of Wellington Scholarship webpage