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Hector Macaskill Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship details

Hector Macaskill Memorial Scholarship
Study levels Ph D, Masters
Value $1,000 (subject to funds available)
Close date Tuesday, 31 March 2026
Domestic/international Both domestic and international

About the scholarship

This scholarship was established by the Trustees of the National Library to assist Masters or PhD students undertaking a research degree in Information Studies at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, and intend to pursue a research topic in the field of library service or literature for children and young people.

Entry requirements

Applicants must be currently enrolled or intending to enrol in a Masters or PhD degree in Information Studies at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington. Applicants must be undertaking or intending to undertake a research topic in the field of library service or literature for children and young people. 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. Please refer to the Scholarship Guidelines for details.