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WHAI Physics Scholarship
Scholarship details
| Study levels | Degree |
|---|---|
| Value | Tuition fees and residential college accommodation for the University of Otago JumpSTART Physics programme (3 weeks), additional resources, tutorials and academic support throughout enrolment in PHSI 191. |
| Close date | Saturday, 15 November 2025 |
| Ethnicities | Maori |
| Domestic/international | Domestic Only |
About the scholarship
The WHAI Physics scholarship is offered through the Māori Health Workforce Development Unit at the University of Otago. The scholarship supports Māori students to prepare for the PHSI 191 Biological Physics paper, as part of Health Sciences First Year (HSFY). Designed to support Māori students interested in a career in health, the WHAI Physics Scholarship provides access to the JumpSTART Physics programme, as well as continuous support through the PHSI 191 paper and HSFY.
Entry requirements
Successful applicants must have Māori whakapapa, show a commitment to pursue Health Sciences study and a career in health, and have met the entry requirements for the University of Otago JumpSTART Physics course.