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Buchanan Scholarship in New Zealand History and Society
Scholarship details
| Study levels | Masters |
|---|---|
| Value | Approximately $10,000 (subject to funds available) |
| Close date | Saturday, 1 November 2025 |
| Domestic/international | Both domestic and international |
About the scholarship
This scholarship was established by Julia Paton, in association with the Stout Research Centre for New Zealand Studies, to encourage research into New Zealand's history, cultures and society. Julia is a graduate of Victoria University of Wellington (BA 1977, LLB 1979, BARSOL 1980). This scholarship is intended to assist with costs associated with pursuing a Masters by research degree.
Entry requirements
Applicants must be a full-time Master's by thesis student undertaking research in New Zealand's history, cultures and society. Students who are intending to transfer to Victoria University of Wellington from other universities are eligible to apply. Domestic and international students. Applicants must be currently enrolled or intending to enrol in a full-time Master's by thesis at Victoria University of Wellington. The scholarship will be made primarily on the basis of academic merit and the ability of the University to supervise the proposed research. Where there is a difficulty in distinguishing between applicants, financial need may be taken into account. If no suitable applicant is found in any one year, the scholarship will not be awarded.