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New Zealand Equine Research Foundation Massey Scholarship

Scholarship details

New Zealand Equine Research Foundation Massey Scholarship
Study levels Degree
Value Up to $3,000
Close date Wednesday, 30 September 2026
Domestic/international Domestic Only

About the scholarship

For a fourth-year student who wants to work mainly in the equine industry. You will be enrolled in an undergraduate degree with a focus on veterinary science. The scholarship is awarded by The NZ Equine Research Foundation, a registered Charitable Trust.

Entry requirements

You must be:

  • studying full-time
  • studying in a specific subject area
  • in the fourth of your degree
  • a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident.

Include the following with your application:

  • a short essay (no more than 500 words) on why you want to work in the equine industry and why you deserve to be awarded this scholarship
  • a detailed budget demonstrating financial need and how you would utilise the scholarship
  • your CV
  • a written reference from a practitioner (experienced in equine practice) who you have worked with in the last two years
  • the name and addresses of two other referees with current knowledge of your activities. One of these referees should be an academic staff member in the BVSc course.