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Dr Andrew Greer Excellence in Māori Health Research Scholarship
Scholarship details
| Study levels | Degree, Honours |
|---|---|
| Value | NZ$10,000 |
| Close date | Monday, 6 October 2025 |
| Ethnicities | Maori |
| Domestic/international | Domestic Only |
About the scholarship
Established in 2021 by the University of Otago with support from a generous donation by the Greer family and friends, the scholarship is named after Dr Andrew Greer, a Consultant in the Intensive Care Unit, at Christchurch Hospital who passed away suddenly in January 2019. Dr Greer, of Ngāti Kahungunu descent, had a particular interest in positive health outcomes for Māori.
Entry requirements
Applicant must be a current undergraduate University of Otago Health Sciences student wishing to undertake an honours year, or pursue other programmes of post-graduate study in the year following application; a student, Māori or non-Māori, wishing to further their research in an area specific to Māori health and wellbeing. If the applicant is a junior doctor, it is not a requirement that they are a graduate of the University of Otago.