Uru Matua Scholarship

Uru Matua / Riwai Ngapaki & Tuatara Mokena Scholarship

Award

1. For study at post graduate level.

2. Applicants must show how their programme of study/research contributes to the business objectives or social deliverables of Whakarewa.

3. There is an expectation that the recipient will contribute to Whakarewa during the term of their scholarship.

4. The number and value of scholarships awarded will be at the discretion of the Education komiti.

Eligibility

1. Be a registered member of Whakarewa.

2. Be enrolled at a recognised tertiary institute or training provider.

3. Provide confirmation of enrolment.

4. Achieved a ‘C’ grade average for taught awards, or confirmation of re-enrolment for a research award.

5. Successful applicants must sign and return a funding agreement before the award is released at which time 50% of the scholarship will be awarded. The balance will be paid on provision of evidence of successful completion of the year’s study. (If studies are not completed within the year, and studies are at Masters level, then confirmation from the supervisor will suffice).

Other Requirements

1. Applicants are required to describe their involvement in Whakarewa kaupapa over the past 12 months and explain how the Trust can balance its economic, social and cultural objectives. The quality of these responses and the above criteria will determine how this scholarship is awarded. Refer to Te Pae Mahutonga for more details.

2. Applicants studying towards S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) and business related programmes of study/research will be given preference in consideration of this award.

3. Have not previously been awarded this scholarship.