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Brian Aspin Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship details
| Study levels | Masters, Honours |
|---|---|
| Value | $5,000 per year, matched by LIC for a total of $10,000 per year for two students. |
| Close date | Monday, 9 March 2026 |
| Domestic/international | Domestic Only |
About the scholarship
The Livestock Improvement Corporation and the Aspin family established scholarships for two post-graduate students to undertake either Honours or Masters for up to two years study. Brian Aspin was a passionate dairy farmer who had a 38 year association with LIC. He died of cancer in 2011. Brian's widow, Alma, has very generously asked for his legacy with LIC to continue through a Scholarship designed to build agricultural skills and disciplines, which will benefit the dairy industry of the future. LIC works to continuously improve dairy cow performance. A significant part of this responsibility is to provide reproductive solutions that suit the needs of individual farming customers. World-class research has been central to the success and standing of LIC both in New Zealand and internationally and is fundamental to its future.
Entry requirements
Graduate students undertaking either Honours or Masters in Agriculture, Agricultural Science, Science (majoring in areas such as, Agricultural Biotechnology, Biochemistry or Animal Science). Academic ability with special emphasis on Agriculture. A commitment to working in the Agricultural disciplines and developing a career in Agriculture. Available to New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident Students.