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Kā Pūtea Scholarships
Scholarship details
| Study levels | Degree, Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma |
|---|---|
| Value | Award value ranges from NZ$1,500 to NZ$5,000 |
| Close date | Friday, 7 April 2023 |
| Ethnicities | Maori |
| Domestic/international | Domestic Only |
About the scholarship
Kā Pūtea Scholarships are available to all registered Ngāi Tahu members studying towards an NZQA-recognised tertiary qualification or an international equivalent. The scholarships aim to support higher learning and help students connect with their Ngāi Tahutanga. They are awarded based on applicants' academic achievements and their engagement with whānau, hapū, or iwi-related activities.
Entry requirements
be enrolled as a Māori student
be a registered Ngāi Tahu member
have evidence of previous years' study i.e. academic transcript
have an outline of Ngā Tahu/ Papatipu Rūnanga involvement
have a Statement of support for your application i.e. a letter from a Ngāi Tahu member or Ngāi Tahu associated group who can attest to your suitability for a Kā Pūtea Scholarship.
Prepared essay (no more than 1,000 words)
Undergraduate question: Please explain how you plan to use the skills and knowledge obtained from your tertiary studies to show evidence of reciprocity to Ngāi Tahu iwi, whānau and hapū.
Postgraduate question: Select ONE of the below seven key areas and provide an essay discussing how your qualification(s) will impact the advancement of Ngāi Tahu in your chosen area.
- Mahinga kai
- Whakapapa
- Whenua/Taiao
- Mahi Toi
- Hauora
- Mātauranga
NB: Supporting documentation must be verified copies of originals