TEAM IM NZ Scholarship for Maori School Leavers at University of Wellington 2025
The TEAM IM NZ Scholarship for Māori school leavers offers partial funding of NZD 24,000 toward study in Computer Science or Information Technology at Victoria University of Wellington. It is open to New Zealand citizens of Māori descent, with a deadline of 1 November 2025. Applicants must submit an online form and meet eligibility and selection criteria that consider financial hardship, academic progress, and proficiency in Te Reo. The award provides NZD 8,000 per year for three years, includes a summer internship, and requires annual progress reports and a thank‑you letter.
Eligible Degrees
Bachelor's/Undergraduate
Eligible Nationalities
Not specified
Destination
New Zealand
Eligible Courses
Computer Science and Information Technology
University
Victoria University of Wellington
TEAM IM NZ Scholarship for Māori School Leavers at University of Wellington 2025
This scholarship provides partial funding of NZD 24,000 for Māori students pursuing Computer Science or Information Technology at Victoria University of Wellington.
Eligibility and Application
Applicants must be New Zealand citizens of Māori descent and intend to enrol at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington. Eligible degrees include BE(Hons) in Software Engineering or Cybersecurity Engineering, BSc in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or Information Systems, and BCom in Information Systems.
The application must be submitted online by 01 Nov, 2025. Late or incomplete applications are not accepted.
Selection Criteria
Selection is based on financial hardship and satisfactory academic progress, with encouragement for wāhine to apply. Proficiency in Te Reo, or a willingness to learn, is considered beneficial.
Award Details
The scholarship is awarded as NZD 8,000 per year over three years, covering accommodation, fees, and a stipend, and includes a paid summer internship and a potential graduate role in the final year.
Recipients must write a thank‑you letter, submit annual progress reports, and maintain satisfactory academic progress in their chosen field of study.
Additional conditions: the scholarship is contingent on gaining University Entrance and full‑time enrolment in the selected degree program.
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