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

Scholarship details

The 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

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. A completed online application must be submitted by 4:30 pm on the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Any required supporting documentation (including references) must also be received by 4:30 pm on the closing date in order for the application to be considered. Applications will normally open one month prior to the closing date. If no application link is provided below, check back again closer to the closing date. Please refer to the Master Scholarship Guidelines for details.