Kia Ora Foundation Patricia Pratt Scholarship

The purpose of the Kia Ora Foundation Patricia Pratt Music Scholarship is to assist outstanding New Zealand musical performers, who have completed the equivalent of an honours degree in musical performance in New Zealand, to continue their musical development at a renowned international music school or conservatorium.This scholarship is offered by Universities New Zealand (UNZ) and applications can be made on their website by following the link below.Value/Benefits: Financial assistance with the costs associated with university study. The value of the individual scholarship awards in any year will take into account factors, including a candidate's particular financial situation regarding other awards, and any other financial support which is available to them. Up to NZ$70,000 is available to the selection committee each yearLevel of Study: Master'sClosing Date: 1 March (via the UNZ website)Tenure: The scholarship is available for up to two years, depending on the course of studyNumber Available Annually: One, although more than one scholarship may be awarded in any given yearApplicable Enrolment During Tenure: Overseas postgraduate study in classical music performance, including conductingCitizenship/Residency Requirements: Applicants will be New Zealand citizens. Applicants may apply from outside New Zealand but must have resided in New Zealand for at least three of the last five years immediately preceding the year of selection For more information, or to apply, click here.Applicants will be New Zealand citizens. Applicants may apply from outside New Zealand, but must have resided in New Zealand for at least three of the last five years immediately preceding the year of selection.Applicants will have recently completed the requirements for an honours degree in musical performance at a New Zealand university (or an equivalent musical qualification).This scholarship has been established by Annette Campbell-White in memory of her mother, Patricia Pratt.Funding for the scholarship is made available through the Kia Ora Foundation, founded by Annette Campbell-White for educational purposes.The purpose of the Kia Ora Foundation Patricia Pratt Scholarship is to assist outstanding New Zealand musical performers who have completed the equivalent of an honours degree in any field of musical performance in New Zealand, to continue their musical development at a renowned international music school or conservatorium. The scholarship is awarded for classical music performance, including vocal or instrumental performance or conducting.The scholarship is available for up to two years, according to the course of study. Continuation of the scholarship for a second year is dependent on a positive progress report from the institution where the scholar is studying, and on approval from the Kia Ora Foundation.Funds available for the scholarship are up to NZ$70,000 per annum.