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Deane Orchestral Studies Scholarship

Scholarship details

Deane Orchestral Studies Scholarship
Study levels Masters
Value $15,000
Close date Saturday, 1 November 2025
Domestic/international Domestic Only

About the scholarship

The Deane Orchestral Studies Scholarship builds on the legacy of the Deane Endowment Trust, which has a long-standing commitment to music and education in Aotearoa New Zealand. This scholarship aims to foster the careers of exceptionally talented musicians who have demonstrated outstanding performance ability and a strong commitment to a professional career in orchestral performance. The scholarship is valued at $15,000 and is intended for domestic students pursuing a Master's by coursework in Music at Te Kōkī—New Zealand School of Music.

Entry requirements

Applicants must:

  • have completed an undergraduate degree in performance, with a GPA of at least 7.0, at Te Tōkī—New Zealand School of Music or another New Zealand university on an orchestral instrument, or demonstrate equivalent professional experience
  • have applied for the Master of Fine Arts in Creative Practice (MFA (CP)) at NZSM by the closing date of the scholarship
  • be residing in Wellington for the duration of their studies
  • be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident.