Announcement
The University of Waikato is pleased to announce 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.
Scholarship Details
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.
Institution Profile
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.
Key Information
– Application Deadline: 1 August each year
– 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
– Location: New Zealand
Eligibility Criteria
– Eligible Countries: Open to all nationalities, with specific conditions for international students
– Eligible Courses/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.
– Admission Requirements:
– 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 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.
Application Process
– Read the guidelines: Ensure you read the regulations before commencing the application process.
– **Complete an application to enrol**: New applicants need to complete this step to access the Scholarships and Awards section.
Apply using MyWaikato:
1. Log into MyWaikato and click on the ‘Scholarships’ tab to see the list of available scholarships.
2. Submit the required documents, including:
– An outline of your (proposed) research topic
– Evidence of your teaching qualification
– A copy of the most recent doctoral progress report
– An official copy of any academic transcripts (including grading scale) from other tertiary institutions attended, other than the University of Waikato
– If applicable, a copy of any publications or other academic outputs
3. 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.