Kupe Leadership Scholarship

Description:

The Scholarship was established in 2018 and is funded by a number of philanthropic donors after seed investment by the McCall MacBain Foundation. The intention of the Scholarship is to encourage and support exceptional students with a view to developing the next generation of leaders in New Zealand. Each scholar will be matched with a mentor from the community, who is themselves a leader in their field, to advise, challenge and guide them as they complete their study. They will also participate in a bespoke Leadership Programme.

Application status: Not currently open for applications

Applicable study: Full-time study in a bachelors (honours) degree, postgraduate diploma or masters degree (see Reg. 3)

Tenure: One year

For: Accommodation and assistance with study

Number on offer: Varies

Offer rate: Annually

Value: Accommodation and/or a stipend up to a value of around $25,000, plus a customised Leadership Development and mentoring programme (see Reg. 2)

Selection process:

• Application is made to the Scholarships Office
• A Selection Committee assesses the applications
• Short-listed candidates will be interviewed
• The Scholarship is awarded by the University of Auckland Council on the recommendation of the Selection Committee