UC Computer Science High Achievers Award (School-Leaver Scholarship)

To apply for this scholarship, please use the UC School-Leaver Scholarships 2023 application form. Applications open 20 June 2022 and close 15 August 2022.MaoriThis scholarship recognises and supports high-achieving students who are entering their first year of a BSc degree programme and majoring in Computer Science at Te Whare W?nanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury. Value/Benefits: Financial assistance at a value of $2,000Level of Study: School Leaver (First year undergraduate) Closing Date: 11:59 pm (NZT) 15 August (Applications open approximately 8 weeks before this date.) Tenure: One year Number Available Annually: Six, one of which is reserved for a student with whakapapa M?ori and one of which is reserved for a Pacific/Pasifika studentMaoriApplicable Enrolment During Tenure: The scholarship is tenable during full-time enrolment in a first year of study in a programme for a BSc degree in Computer Science that includes:COSC 121 or COSC 131; andCOSC 122.Recipients who gain direct entry into Year 2 of the degree programme are exempt from enrolling in the courses specifiedCitizenship/Residency Requirements: Not applicable Special Requirements: Applicants must not have been enrolled in a degree programme at any tertiary institute. International students who meet this requirement are eligible to apply For more information, please read the regulations for this award: click here.Applicants must not have been enrolled in a degree programme at any tertiary institute. International students who meet this criteria are eligible to apply.**Participation in STAR courses, community education courses offered by tertiary institutions, orientation or general interest programmes run by tertiary institutions for secondary school students does not preclude eligibility for this award.Selection will be based on:demonstrated commitment to, or interest in, the intended degree programme; academic achievement; andstrategic objectives of the University.