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The Ryoichi Sasakawa Young Leaders Fellowship Fund (Sylff) Postgraduate Scholarship
Scholarship details
| Study levels | Masters, Ph D |
|---|---|
| Value | $42,000 for doctoral students; $31,000 for master's students |
| Length | up to three years for PhD students and one year for Masters students |
| Close date | Sunday, 1 March 2026 |
| Domestic/international | Domestic Only |
About the scholarship
For master's or doctoral research students who demonstrate leadership qualities. The Ryoichi Sasakawa Young Leaders Fellowship Fund (Sylff) was established in December 1991 from an endowment of the Nippon Foundation to Massey University. Sylff is a global programme aimed at nurturing leaders who initiate action, overcome differences and address contemporary issues facing our world.
Entry requirements
Must be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, under the age of 35 at the time of application, enrolled in or eligible to enrol in a research degree with a topic that incorporates Humanities and Social Sciences.