Scholarship details
Students of Maori descent who were born and raised in Te Ika-a-Maui are eligible to apply for this award, which will give them with financial assistance (the North Island). The purpose of the scholarship is to provide financial assistance to students who have expressed an interest in pursuing a Graduate Diploma in Teaching through Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington.
Whine Maori students from Te Ika-a-Mui are eligible to apply for this scholarship, which was created by Lyna Samosir with the intention of encouraging and providing financial support for the successful pursuit of tertiary qualifications and educational leadership by these students (the North Island).
About the Scholarship Provider:
In 1897, the institution that would later become known as Victoria University welcomed its first class of undergraduate students. The primary campus is located in Kelburn, which is a suburb of Wellington. Kelburn is located approximately two kilometers (1.2 miles) from the downtown area of the city. In the middle of the city is where you’ll find a number of schools that teach architecture and design, in addition to the Law Faculty, which is a part of the Faculty of Commerce and Administration.
In order to meet people and become engaged in the life of the campus in New Zealand, you can sign up for any one of the numerous student clubs and activities that are available. On the Kelburn campus in New Zealand, departments pertaining to education, engineering, health, social science, and the humanities and social sciences are all located together. The second facility is known as the Pipitea Campus. It is the administrative hub for everything in New Zealand that is related to the administration of law, finances, government, and information technology, and it is positioned in a convenient proximity to the actual seat of government. Te Aro, the university’s third and largest campus, is home to both the School of Design and Architecture as well as other academic departments. In addition, Victoria University may be found right in the middle of Auckland’s business district.
Continued education at a level more advanced than that of an undergraduate is one option to consider. There are approximately one thousand dedicated educators working there who desire nothing but the best for the students they teach. Because it is home to more than forty research organizations and centers, Victoria University is an excellent choice for students who are interested in gaining hands-on experience in their field of study. The university’s facilities and the surrounding area are consistently regarded as some of the finest in the world. This indicates that it is capable of accommodating a wide range of aesthetic expressions. There are also workshops and entertainment to be enjoyed during the break for lunch. The university’s attractiveness as a commuting alternative stems from its advantageous position in close proximity to key thoroughfares. Victoria University has been the source of an education for a significant number of historical figures of note. You are probably already familiar with those whose names include Barbara Anderson, Sam Neill, Jane Campion, Dr. John Money, and Dr. Alexander Gerst.
Research intensity is the single most important indicator of a university’s dedication to research, and Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand is at the top of the rankings for this category. On campus, there are around forty distinct laboratories available for student use. The institution provides students with the opportunity to refine their analytical and problem-solving skills through a variety of internships, field trips, and research opportunities. These opportunities are in addition to the more than 170 distinct majors that are offered at the university.
Te Herenga Waka, the marae (Mori meeting house and grounds) located on our campus, is the starting point and destination of our commitment to the tikanga Mori (Mori cultural traditions). On this campus, students’ families are referred to as “whnau,” and you and they are more than welcome to join us. Rehabilitating a marae as part of the university’s Living P project is another outstanding effort that the institution is undertaking since it aims to foster more cultural understanding and respect. In an effort to make the world a more equitable, sustainable, and just environment for everyone, members of the community have come together to establish a living lab that goes by the name The Living P. Students and staff at the University of Wellington are able to take advantage of the city of Wellington’s close proximity to the government, cultural institutions, the business community, and scientific institutions in New Zealand
Kelburn, the location of the University of Auckland’s Kelburn campus, is situated in close proximity to the buildings that house the New Zealand Parliament, which is where legislation are discussed and passed. Although it is a relatively small city, Wellington, New Zealand packs a significant punch in terms of the variety of entertainment options, historic buildings, and cultural events it offers. The city is well-known not just for the quality of its cuisine and coffee but also for its cosmopolitan atmosphere, sense of safety, and welcoming population. The University places a high importance on ethical principles such as respect, justice, responsibility, and compassion. These principles are regarded in very high favor.
The fact that we place such a strong focus on principles like as sustainability, social responsibility, community engagement, equity, diversity, collegiality, and transparency is evidence of our dedication to these fundamental principles. The institution exhibits its commitment to the principles that guide it by assisting students in both the academic and emotional aspects of their growth as individuals. Additionally, the university provides international students with access to a specialized support team that is available to assist them with any questions or concerns they may have during their time there. As a result, one of the primary focuses of education at Victoria University of Wellington is to train students to communicate effectively with people originating from a wide variety of backgrounds and locations across the globe.
Scholarship Sponsor(s): Victoria University of Wellington
Scholarship Country: Australia
Scholarship Worth: $25,000
Study Level: Undergraduate
Nationality: International Students
Scholarship Offer:
- $25,000 allocated to each scholarship
Eligibility for Scholarship.
- Applicants for the Lyna Samosir Scholarship must be whine M?ori students who grew up in Te Ika-a-Mui (the North Island), have completed (or will be shortly completing) an undergraduate degree, and intend to undertake either a Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Primary) or Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Secondary) at the beginning of 2023 at Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington. In order to be eligible for the scholarship,
- Wahine of Maori descent are required to apply.
- Applicants are required to have M?ori whakapapa and to have been raised in the Te Ika-a-M?ui area (the North Island).
- Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington requires applicants to have already obtained (or will shortly obtain) an undergraduate degree and to have the intention of enrolling in either the Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Primary) or the Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Secondary) at the beginning of the 2023 school year.
- In order to fulfill the admission criteria for either a Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Primary) or a Graduate Diploma of Teaching, applicants are required to have finished (or be close to finishing) the necessary undergraduate courses (Secondary).
- There will be an emphasis placed on hiring w?hine M?ori who came from upbringings in regional or rural towns.
- Beneficiaries who have already registered with T?hoe will be given preference.
- Students who have completed their undergraduate studies at Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington will be given priority consideration for admission.
- A panel consisting of officials from the Scholarships Office and a representative from the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor M?ori, the Pouhere, will narrow down the pool of candidates to a select few for further consideration.
- The donor will make the final decisions regarding the recipients, taking into account the panel’s recommendations.
- Specific guidelines and requirements
- Any and all offers of the Scholarship will be contingent upon the recipient being fully enrolled and accepted in a full-year Graduate Diploma of Teaching program (full-time enrollment will be at the level of points considered by Studylink to be full-time enrollment) within the specified criteria and duration of the scholarship. Once these requirements have not been satisfied, you will not be eligible for the scholarship payout.
- If the student drops below full-time enrollment, they will no longer be eligible for the scholarship, which will be paid out in five equal installments.
- Scholarship winners are highly encouraged to make a meaningful contribution to the University M?ori Community by offering part of their time to assist other tauira M?ori in having a pleasant experience at university.
- There is a possibility that the Scholarship will be given out in conjunction with other awards.
- Should the recipient leave Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington while the scholarship is being awarded or fail to make adequate academic progress, the recipient will be required to refund a portion of the scholarship. Recipients are obligated to inform the Scholarships Office if they plan to withdraw from the program.
- It is expected of recipients that they will represent Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington as Ambassadors and take part in appropriate events or marketing activities if they are asked to do so.
- In extraordinary situations, the terms and conditions of the Scholarship may be changed by the Scholarships Office in order to alleviate any difficulty that may be caused to the recipient of the Scholarship (s).
- A personal statement in which the applicant introduces themselves to the Grants Committee. This statement must contain the applicant’s promise to “give back” to the iwi in the future and must specify how this promise might be fulfilled.
- Three recommendations (from sources other than the student’s immediate family) that attest to the deservingness of the pupils for the award. The referees will be required to state their relationship with the student (for example, former school deans or teachers, sports coaches, church or cultural/marae/iwi leaders, employees), and they will be responsible for elaborating on the student’s skills, talents, or personal qualities that they have observed.
Nationality
The Victoria University of Wellington 2023 Lyna Samosir Scholarship, New Zealand is open to all International Students
If you are a first-year student at the University of London and you are paying the home fee, you should apply for the Full-time Undergraduate Bursary for the 2022-2023 school year. The purpose of the scholarship is to help incoming freshmen who have shown strong ambition for higher education and a desire to make a positive impact in their communities on their way to achieving their own personal and professional objectives.
Application Procedure
- Are you interested, and do you qualify? To submit an application, please visit the website wellingtonscholarships.communityforce.com on the Victoria University of Wellington website.
- On the closing date, applications must be submitted electronically, in their entirety, no later than 4:30 p.m. Applications that are either late or not complete will not be considered. In order for the application to be taken into consideration, all necessary supporting documentation—including references—must be sent on or before the closing date and time, which is 4:30 p.m.
- In most cases, the call for applications will be issued one month before the deadline.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for Victoria University of Wellington 2023 Lyna Samosir Scholarship, New Zealand is January 31, 2023.
