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Dick and Mary Earle Scholarship in Technology

Scholarship details

Dick and Mary Earle Scholarship in Technology
Study levels Masters, Ph D
Value Up to $25,000 per annum at PhD level; Up to $17,000 per annum at Masters level. Normally one Masters and one Doctoral scholarship will be awarded each year.
Close date Wednesday, 1 July 2026
Domestic/international Domestic Only

About the scholarship

Dick and Mary Earle have established this scholarship for individuals to undertake postgraduate research in one or both of the two fields: innovation and product development, or bioprocess technology.

Entry requirements

In assessing applications the Selection Committee will use the following criteria:

  • Practical relevance of the proposed study to New Zealand industry with regard to product development and innovation in, but not limited to, the food and bioprocessing industries.
  • Backing for the project.
  • Capability of the candidate to deliver by successfully completing the project within the allocated timetable.
  • Academic record.

Available to New Zealand Citizens or Permanent Residents who have resided in New Zealand for at least 3 years.