Tuwharetoa Maori Trust Board Postgraduate Scholarship 2025

The scholarship is to support a Ngati Tuwharetoa postgraduate student at Victoria University of Wellington studying in any of the four categories listed under eligibility which align to the Pou identified in the Tuwharetoa Maori Trust Boards Mahere Rautaki 2021-2026.

The four categories for consideration are:

Pou Taiao

We are kaitiaki of our moana and awa

This pou encourages the active protection of our wai and natural environment inclusive of matauranga Tuwharetoa.

Pou Tikanga

Ngati Tuwharetoa live as Tuwharetoa

This pou supports the maintenance and practice of Tuwharetoa kawa and tikanga, and the nurturing and revitalisation of te reo Maori.

Pou Tangata

Ngati Tuwharetoa are educated, healthy and connected

This pou focuses on educational and vocational achievement, healthy active lifestyles, a holistic approach to wellbeing, and the adoption of new technology, innovation, and media to remain connected and engaged with Ngati Tuwharetoa.

Pou Tatawhai

We successfully manage our assets for the benefit of future generations
This pou recognises that a sound approach to business management supports the achievement of our Mahere Rautaki. Fiduciary responsibility, while achieving positive financial returns, will build long-term revenue streams for future generations of Ngati Tuwharetoa.

• Table of Content
• About Victoria University of Wellington
• Tuwharetoa Maori Trust Board Postgraduate Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Tuwharetoa Maori Trust Board Postgraduate Scholarship
• Requirements for Tuwharetoa Maori Trust Board Postgraduate Scholarship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Tuwharetoa Maori Trust Board Postgraduate Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of Tuwharetoa Maori Trust Board Postgraduate Scholarship

• The scholarship has avalue of $5,000

Requirements for Tuwharetoa Maori Trust Board Postgraduate Scholarship Qualification

Each applicant will need to be studying full-time at Victoria University of Wellington for a postgraduate qualification in one of the above areas and be registered with the Tuwharetoa Maori Trust Board.

Selection criteria

• Applicants must be studying full-time at Victoria University of Wellington towards a postgraduate qualification.
• Applicants must be studying in one of the following areas: Environmental Science, Te Reo Maori, Education, Health, Engineering, Commerce or Law.
• Applicants must be registered with the Tuwharetoa Maori Trust Board.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit Victoria University of Wellington scholarship webpage.