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Terence O'Brien Family Scholarship in International Relations or Strategic Studies

Scholarship details

Terence O'Brien Family Scholarship in International Relations or Strategic Studies
Study levels Masters, Honours
Value $5,000 (subject to funds available)
Close date Tuesday, 30 June 2026
Domestic/international Both domestic and international

About the scholarship

The scholarship is to recognise and encourage top Honours and Masters students in International Relations and Strategic Studies who are studying international governance and/or some aspect of multilateral diplomacy or multilateral cooperation in the political, economic or security areas. It is hoped that the scholarship will help equip those who may have a career interest in professional diplomacy.

Entry requirements

This scholarship is offered to Honours or Master's students of International Relations or Strategic Studies at Victoria University of Wellington. Both full-time and part-time students are eligible to apply for the scholarship. Applicants must be enrolled or intending to enrol (full-time or part-time) in an Honours or Masters of International Relations or Strategic Studies at Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington during the tenure of the scholarship. Selection will be based on the basis of applicants' academic track record as well as the strength and appropriateness of their research proposal. Financial need will also be taken into consideration.