Peter Freyberg Memorial Scholarship in New Zealand
Description
The University of Waikato is delighted to offer the Peter Freyberg Memorial Scholarship for 2024. This scholarship offers $7,500 to support a student undertaking doctoral research in the Division of Education, focusing on curriculum development and teacher effectiveness.
Eligible applicants must be qualified teachers enrolled part- or full-time in a PhD or Part 2 of the EdD in the Division of Education at the University of Waikato. They must have confirmed enrolment status, a minimum GPA of A- in their most recent 240 points of study, and be conducting research in curriculum development and teacher effectiveness.
The University of Waikato is a public research university located in Hamilton, New Zealand. Established in 1964, it has grown significantly, now hosting over 13,000 students from around the world. The university is internationally recognized, earning a 5-star rating in the QS World University Subject Rankings. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with over 2000 industry placements and internships available.
Application Deadline: 1 August each year
Brief Description
- University or Organization: University of Waikato
- Department: Division of Education
- Course Level: Doctoral (PhD or EdD)
- Award: $7,500
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: One per year
- Nationality: Open to NZ Citizens, NZ Permanent Residents, NZ Resident Class Visa holders, Australian Citizens/Permanent Residents domiciled in NZ, and international students
- The award can be taken in: New Zealand
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: Open to all nationalities, with specific conditions for international students
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded to students undertaking research in the areas of curriculum development and teacher effectiveness within the Division of Education at the University of Waikato.
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a qualified teacher
- Be enrolled part- or full-time in a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Part 2 of the Doctor of Education (EdD) in the Division of Education at the University of Waikato
- Have gained confirmed enrolment status (i.e., have completed the conditional enrolment period of six to nine months)
- Have achieved a minimum grade-point-average (GPA) of A- in the most recent 240 points of study
- Be undertaking research in the areas of curriculum development and teacher effectiveness
- Not have been a previous recipient of this Scholarship
- For international students: must have completed at least 120 points of study at a New Zealand university.
How to Apply
Read the guidelines
Please ensure you read the regulations before you commence the application process.
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.
Apply using MyWaikato
Once you have an account, log into MyWaikato and click on the ‘Scholarships’ tab to see the list of available scholarships
- As part of the online application process, each applicant must submit:
- An outline of their (proposed) research topic
- Evidence of their teaching qualification
- A copy of the most recent doctoral progress report
- An official copy of any academic transcripts (including grading scale) from any other tertiary institution(s) attended, other than the University of Waikato
- If applicable, a copy of any publications or other academic outputs
- Applicants must also request the submission of an academic reference.
Benefits
The Peter Freyberg Memorial Scholarship provides financial assistance of $7,500 to a student undertaking doctoral research in the Division of Education in the areas of curriculum development and teacher effectiveness. The scholarship will be paid directly to the recipient as soon as practicable after acceptance.
