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Last updated 4 February 2012 

Masterate Research Project for Degree Master of Food Technology

Indicative Title of Research Project: Comparative study on freeze-dried cheese and ripening starter cultures for domestic production - storage stability assessment

Applications are being invited for a Masterate Scholarship at the Institute of Food, Nutrition and Human Health, Massey University, Palmerston North. The successful applicant will work on a collaborative Research & Development project between Massey University (Albany Campus) and I-Make Ltd in Albany, Auckland.

Project brief
I-Make Ltd has launched a range of cheese-making kits for domestic production and export under the Mad Millie™ brand. Freeze-dried cheese and ripening starter cultures are key elements of these kits.

The cultures are currently stored out of the kit at -18°C to ensure they remain active for a long period, up to 2 years. This specific storage condition is restraining sales and distribution. Based on observation of our competitors, yogurt-making kits use freeze-dried which are shelf-stable for 2 years; this therefore leads us to believe that cheese starter cultures could well behave in the manner.

Academic Requirements
A good Bachelor’s degree with honours in science or engineering, or approved similar qualification, is required. Experience in conducting independent research would be advantageous. The candidate should be highly organised, self-motivated and have an appetite for research. The position is based at the Albany Campus, but the successful candidate will be required to spend some time at the company. I-Make is located about 3 km from Institute of Food Nutrition and Human Health in Albany.  Candidates need to be available to start as soon as possible. Eligible international students are encouraged to apply.

There is a potential MSI Scholarship of NZ$20,000 stipend plus $1,000 for travel.

Interested candidates please send your CV to Dr Tony Mutukumira, Institute of Food, Nutrition and Human Health, Massey University, Private Bag 102 904, Albany 0745.
Phone: (09) 4140800 extension 41203.

Email: a.n.mutukumira@massey.ac.nz
Closing date: 15 February 2012

PhD stipend available

$25,000 plus $4,000 towards fees

Title: Ewe-lamb behaviour and lamb survival

Increased fecundity in the New Zealand sheep flock has the potential to result in increases lamb losses which is both an economic and welfare concern. The proposed PhD project will examine new-born lamb behaviour and ewe and lamb bonding in multiple born lambs under pastoral based conditions. 

If you are interested please contact Paul Kenyon P.R.Kenyon@massey.ac.nz or Kevin Stafford K.J.Stafford@massey.ac.nz as this stipend will be advertised internationally early next year

Masterate Scholarship – NZ$20,000 stipend +$1,000 for travel
Predicting storage out-turn of Buttercup (Kabocha) Squash

Applications are now invited for a Masterate Scholarship at the Institute of Food, Nutrition and Human Health, Massey University, Palmerston North. The successful applicant will work on a collaborative R&D project between Massey University (Palmerston North) and LeaderBrand Produce in Gisborne).

Project:
Kabocha is New Zealand’s second highest value export vegetable, with 80% of the national crop exported to Japan and 20% to South Korea.  LeaderBrand is one of New Zealand’s largest grower/packer/shippers of this product.

The Kabocha market in both Japan and Korea is considered to be ‘strongly elastic’, meaning price/kg can fluctuate sharply depending on volume in the market. Typically early and late season volume is prone to shortages in supply and therefore market spikes in price.

The overall objective of this project is to investigate a means of predicting the storage potential of different batches (paddock lots) of kabocha squash exported. Improving the accuracy of selecting the right batches to store would increase the potential to meet price spikes.

The applicant will carry out quality assessments and develop mathematical models relating Kabocha quality to storage potential.

Requirements:
A Bachelor's degree with honours in science or engineering, or other similar programme, is required. Experience with postharvest handling of fresh products and with mathematical modelling would be advantageous. The candidate needs to be highly organised and self-motivated. The position is based in Palmerston North but there will be extended periods of work in Gisborne (where accommodation will be provided).  Candidates need to be available to start as soon as possible. International students may apply.

Interested candidates please send your CV to Prof Julian Heyes, Institute of Food, Nutrition and Human Health, Massey University, Private Bag 11 222, Palmerston North 4442.
Phone: (06) 350 5963
Email: j.a.heyes@massey.ac.nz
Closing date: 5 December 2011.

PhD Studentship:
A Marsden-funded PhD studentship is available in Paul Rainey's Experimental Evolution lab at the New Zealand Institute for Advanced Study (Auckland, NZ). This position provides an opportunity for an outstanding individual to contribute toward a long-term research program aimed at elucidating the principles of genetic evolution.
  Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the student will be responsible for the development of models that describe genetic evolution-- particularly the factors that affect the translation of mutation into phenotypic variation. These models will take advantage of a well-established and uniquely powerful experimental system to explore the hypothesis that evolution proceeds via 'pathways of least resistance', that is, via those pathways that have the greatest capacity to translate mutation into phenotypic variation (see McDonald et al 2009 Genetics). Informed by experimental insight, the student will use bioinformatic and Bayesian approaches in conjunction with dynamic equations to create general predictive models. The successful candidate should have a strong background in bioinformatics or mathematical biology and have an interest in evolution and/or development.
  This post is of three years duration and available immediately. Any inquiries should be addressed to Eric Libby (e.libby@massey.ac.nz). To apply for the post please send a letter of interest/statement of purpose, CV, and the names of three referees to Vesna Davidovic-Alexander (v.davidovic-alexander@massey.ac.nz)

Precision Agriculture Scholarships:
Closing Dates: To be confirmed
1. Ruataniwha Plains

The proposed development and extension of irrigation in the Ruataniwha Plains creates economic opportunity for the region. It is extremely important that the water is used as efficiently as possible in order to achieve maximum economic benefit but also to avoid any undesirable environment effects detrimental to surface and ground water resources of the region. This creates a very exciting research opportunity to study the factors that will impact on land use and present potential solutions including; how modern technologies can be integrated into the farming and irrigation practices to improve water use efficiency on individual farm enterprises and the catchment as a whole. This can help to develop a true “state of the art” system.

A program of research is proposed by Massey University which will dovetail in with other work around the irrigation project and examine how the implementation of these new technologies can be accounted for on a regional scale and integrated into the planning and execution of irrigation in the region.  The focus would be to look at individual farms from a precision agriculture perspective creating a high resolution GIS of the land use and land use capability including such things as water holding capacity. The issues faced are not solely technical, users education is key to achieving maximum efficiency of water use. A strong component of the project will be related to extension  activities to assist users (many of whom are not experienced in managing irrigation) in developing  irrigation management skills and their impact within integrated farming practices.

2. Achieving property specific decision support from remote sensed imagery and spectral data.

Hypothesis:  An Unmanned Airborne Vehicle (UAV) can provide a viable platform to capture timely data which can be useful  for land management processes at the farm and property level. 
A number of imaging and sensing methods will be trialled in cooperation with other on-going research projects which will provide validation, through proximal measurement and destructive data sampling. In addition these studies will be used to help develop an informed view of data value and fitness of purpose. High resolution data will be collected using a number of means such as, hexokopter ™(small remote controlled UAV. http://www.mikrokopter.us/index.php?topic=1000.0  ), fixed wing (remote controlled UAV), small fixed wing aircraft, aerial topdressing aircraft.  The project will develop methodologies to handle and process this information (in its different forms) efficiently and effectively in a timely way.

Each method has limitations and it is important to understand what these limitations are and how they can be addressed.  As well as dealing with the technology the study will engage with farmers and landowners to assess their needs and estimate the value they can gain from these systems. This will help develop a better understanding of how such systems can be commercialised within the land based sector of  New Zealand.  It will also highlight issues around the data communication needs and requirements within farm and between farm and service provider.

Financial support requested: 3 year PhD studentship, including student fees.

Further industry financial support arranged: Ravensdown Fertiliser Cooperative have committed money to support the  project through both cash contribution and in-kind support. The in-kind support would allow Dr Miles Grafton, (PhD graduate of Precision Ag. 2010, Massey University) to contribute some of his time to the project.  Further  support, allowing an initial 20 hours of free time with C185 aircraft to conduct survey work has been offered. Additional contributions to flying costs of fixed wing UAV have also been discussed.

Validation Sites: 3 major sites will be used for validation of data, all site are being used for other projects. 

Massey No 4 Dairy. Purpose to monitor pasture growth within individual paddocks. Ground based instruments,(C-Dax pasturemeter , optical instruments)  will be used in Validation with cut samples.  Cows to be monitored subject to equipment grant, allowing all 500 cows to be located within 5m using radio telemetry.

Waitatapia: Cropping and pasture farm. Cropping validated against optical instruments and cut samples, pasture, C-Dax Pasturemeter, optical instruments and cuts.  

Limestone Downs: Monitor pasture growth in various land management units of this large beef and sheep farm on remote sites where there is limited access to vehicle based sensors. Validated using hand held sensing and destructive sampling.  Remote sensing would appear to be the only viable method of sensing the whole property, however due to cloud cover limiting observations satellite imaging has not proved to be viable. Livestock tracking to calculate grazing pressure, (500 individual animals), to be monitored using radio telemetry system will allow pasture production and consumption to be monitored.

Further information can be obtained from: Prof Ian Yule – Director NZ Centre for Precision Agriculture  i.j.yule@massey.ac.nz or ph 0635 69099.

Neuromuscular Research Foundation Trust: The newly formed Neuromuscular Research Foundation Trust is accepting funding applications for research relevant to New Zealanders living with neuromuscular conditions. Proposals which address the prevalence and incidence of neuromuscular conditions, standards of care and habilitation and rehabilitation will be given first priority, although proposals relating to treatment and cures will also be considered subject to conditions.

Research of a preliminary nature with the intention of developing further proposals for substantial financial support from elsewhere is likely to be favoured. Proposals in support of PhD research are very welcome, for which there will be up to two Muscular Dystrophy Association New Zealand scholarships of up to $5000 each.

For more information and an application form please call or email Chris Higgins, Chief Executive, on 09 815 4260 or 0800 800 or chris@mda.org.nz

Massey University PhD Scholarships in Life Cycle Assessment and Management: The New Zealand Life Cycle Management Centre is offering two exciting opportunities to outstanding candidates with research interests in Life Cycle Management. You will study for a PhD at Massey University in association with a Crown Research Institute (AgResearch or Scion).  The PhD is funded through a Massey University scholarship for three years of study; this includes all academic fees and a tax-exempt stipend of $25,000 per annum.

You will have studied sciences or engineering at a tertiary level and achieved a Master’s or an undergraduate degree (minimum 2:1 Honours).  You will have good communication skills, an interest in the primary sector, and the initiative and drive to complete your studies in three years.

Applications are invited from candidates who realise the importance of sustainable primary production and would like to do something about it.  Candidates are encouraged to submit a one page outline of a potential research project with the application form. 

Preferred research topics for AgResearch are: the consequences of land use change and dairy intensification with respect to resource use, environmental emissions and eco-efficiency in pastoral agriculture.

Scion’s preferences are research into quantifying and informing sustainability in the design of innovative forest-derived fuels, materials and associated industrial systems. The focus may be on land and resource management, technology platforms and/or broader issues in industrial ecology.

The scholarships will begin in February 2012 (or earlier by arrangement).

The application form is available by emailing Kate Saxton at k.r.saxton@massey.ac.nz

More details on the NZLCM Centre are available at: http://lcm.org.nz/

Epidemiological evaluation of infectious causes of abortion in farmed deer in New Zealand: Institute of Veterinary Animal and Biomedical Sciences, Massey University
A suitable PhD candidate is sought to undertake a research project investigating infectious causes of abortion and reproductive inefficiency in farmed deer in New Zealand.

The project is multi-disciplinary, involving developing diagnostic tools, investigating and quantifying the extend of abortions within deer herds, screening for likely pathogens, designing and undertaking research into the epidemiology and control of infectious cause/s of abortion, and investigating risk factors. It will be supervised jointly by staff of Massey University and AgResearch.

The study would suit a veterinary graduate from a faculty producing graduates registerable by the Veterinary Council of New Zealand, and/or with appropriate postgraduate qualifications or experience in epidemiology and investigation of infectious disease in livestock from a reputable international University.
 
Expressions of interest should include a curriculum vitae, indication of funding or scholarship held, and be addressed to:
 Professor Peter Wilson
Institute of Veterinary, Animal and Biomedical Sciences
Massey University
PB11222
Palmerston North
New Zealand
e-mail: P.R.Wilson@massey.ac.nz
Ph 0064 6 3569099 ext 7619

PhD Studentship in Chromatin Research and Cancer Biology
Chromatin Research Group
Institute of Molecular BioSciences
Massey University
New Zealand

 

Project Description
Chromatin contributes to and regulates all aspects of genome function. Work in the lab explores the impact deregulation of chromatin structure and function has on tumourigenesis. The work is done in collaboration with scientists and clinicians from the Australian National University (Canberra) and Baylor College of Medicine (Houston).
We focus on two components that regulate chromatin plasticity – the linker histone H1 and the Heterochromatin Protein 1 (HP1) family. We hypothesise that their altered function contributes to the disorganized chromatin that is characteristic of all cancer cells, creating a permissive environment with inappropriate gene expression and genomic instability that is necessary for tumour progression.  The potential to reset their function may provide novel therapeutic targets.  This PhD project will investigate the role of altered HP1 expression in tumour formation.

We are looking for a motivated student with a background in mammalian cell biology and/or molecular biology and a special interest in chromatin structure and function. Applicants should have a BSc(Hons) or MSc(Hons) degree in cell biology, molecular biology or biochemistry.

The scholarship is a three year funded position with a stipend of $NZ 25,000 per annum plus fees. International students are welcome to apply.  Non-native English candidates must have an appropriate English language qualification.

Applications, including a CV and full contact details of two academic referees, should be sent to:

Dr Tracy Hale
Institute of Molecular BioSciences
Massey University
Private Bag 11 222
Palmerston North 4442
New Zealand
Phone: +64 6 3569099 extn7114
Email: T.K.Hale@massey.ac.nz
http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/learning/departments/institute-molecular-biosciences/staff/en/hale_tracy.cfm 

 PhD Scholarship Opportunity:  PhD Scholarship in Kiwi conservation and genormics: 
A PhD scholarship is available to study ecology and genomics of kiwi with the Allan Wilson Centre at Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand.  The candidate will join a group of researchers (Drs Kristina Ramstad, Nicola Nelson, Hugh Robertson, and Fred Allendorf) using a genomics approach to assess potential inbreeding effects on the persistence of kiwi populations.
The PhD candidate will investigate fitness measures (e.g., nesting and hatching success) of little spotted kiwi populations on remote offshore islands and in the urban sanctuary of Zealandia.  In addition, they will develop broader research in kiwi conservation genomics, reproductive ecology, and/or population modeling (depending on their area of interest) and conduct their work directly with Māori community groups (the indigenous people of New Zealand).
Applicants should hold an MSc degree (or equivalent preparation for a PhD) in animal behaviour, conservation biology, population genetics, or evolutionary ecology.  They should be independent, self-motivated and capable of completing project goals with minimal direct supervision.  They should be in good health and have a high level of physical fitness as they will be following study animals through difficult terrain, off trail, both during daylight hours and at night, in remote field settings.  Excellent writing and communication skills (English) are a must.  A background in field research and demonstrated ability to organize and conduct field research projects with diverse human interest groups are a plus, as are enthusiasm, a positive attitude, a willingness to work hard, and the capacity to work collaboratively within a team.

The scholarship includes a tax-free stipend of at least NZ$25,000 per annum plus tuition fees of approximately NZ$6,300 plus seed funding ($5,000NZ per year) for field work for a period of up to three years.

Review of applications will begin immediately.  Those interested in applying should send their CV to Kristina Ramstad:kristina.ramstad@vuw.ac.nz to obtain further information about the project and how to apply.
 
For information on the Allan Wilson Centre:  http://www.allanwilsoncentre.ac.nz/
 
For information on Victoria University:  http://www.victoria.ac.nz/sbs/

Masters Programmes from the International Hellenic University: In response to the need for competent specialists in the fields of technology and culture and recognising their critical role in the new economy, the International Hellenic University (IHU) designed two specialist postgraduate programmes, starting with the next enrolment being October 2011: the Master of Science in Energy Systems and the Master of Science in Information and Communication Technology Systems, offered by the School of Science and Technology.

 

These new postgraduate programmes, taught entirely in English, are expected to make a significant contribution to meeting educational and training needs and social and economic requirements in the wider region of Southeast Europe. The programmes are designed to provide prospective students with novel and competitive skills for the current job market, as well as innovative research opportunities.

 

The main focus of the programmes is to provide students specialist training, according to their scientific and professional interests. In the first semester of the 12-month programme, students take the core courses considered essential for their area of study. In the second semester, students choose a more specific area of specialisation and can select courses from a range of subjects available for their chosen area of specialisation. During the third semester, students undertake their masters project/dissertation under the supervision of a member of the university’s academic staff on a subject chosen in cooperation with the supervisor.

 

The teaching staff on the postgraduate programmes comprises academics of international repute from universities in Greece and abroad.

 

Further information on the programmes of study is available on the website the school ( http://www.tech.ihu.edu.gr/). Prospective candidates can also take the opportunity to attend one of the respective information events organised by the university. They are also welcome to visit the university, booking an appointment in advance. The university teaching facilities are located at the 14th km Thessaloniki-Nea Moudania Road (Thermi Bridge).
The application process is now open for the next academic year, 2011-2012. Applicants receive an answer within ten (10) working days of the university receiving their complete application. Applications are considered on a rolling basis throughout the year until places are filled.

 

The IHU offers a number of scholarships based on a combination of objective criteria including academic excellence, past experience, and financial need.

 

About IHU
The International Hellenic University ( www.ihu.edu.gr ) was founded in 2005 (Law 3391) and is the first state university in Greece to offer programmes of study exclusively in English. Three Schools are currently in operation: the School of Economics and Management, the School of Humanities and the School of Science and Technology. The School of Economics and Management already offers three postgraduate programmes of study: the Executive MBA, the MSc in Management, and the MSc in Banking - Finance. The School of Humanities offers a Master of Arts in Black Sea Cultural Studies.

 

Contact:
Ioannis Konstas
Mob: +30 6972624907
tel: +30 2310 807532
fax: +30 2310 474520
email: i.konstas@ihu.edu.gr  

 

PhD opportunities:
This notice advises of opportunities to undertake PhD study in either of the topics below, in the Institute of Veterinary, Animal and Biomedical Sciences (IVABS), Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand.
1. Epidemiology of Paratuberculosis: these projects (two) involve investigations into the epidemiology of paratuberculosis in sheep, cattle and deer, as part of a significant ongoing research programme currently involving four PhD candidates. Areas of study include inter-species transmission, risk factors for onset of clinical disease, and advancing understanding of infection and disease in each species. Studies will include case:control, longitudinal, network analysis, modelling, and molecular biology methodologies.
2. Epidemiology of Leptospirosis: this project (possibly two, pending funding) involves investigation of the epidemiology, patho-physiology and control of leptospirosis on sheep, cattle and deer farms as part of significant ongoing research currently involving three PhD projects. Areas of study will include production responses, inter-species transmission using molecular tools, efficacy of control measures, and possibly the animal:human interface.

 

These projects will be conducted jointly in the EpiCentre and Pastoral Livestock Health sections of IVABS under the primary supervision of Professor Peter Wilson and/or Associate Professor Cord Heuer, with co-supervision by a range of staff with expertise in appropriate disciplines.
Massey University has an international reputation in these research areas involving multi-species and multidisciplinary teams. Candidates for both project areas will develop advances skills in veterinary epidemiological research.
Candidates should preferably have completed Masters or equivalent study in veterinary epidemiology (although this is not an absolute requirement for some of the projects), and be of sufficient academic standard to be awarded a Massey University PhD scholarship. In the first instance, candidates would be expected to hold or apply for PhD scholarship funding.

 

Expressions of interest or enquiries for further information should be forwarded to Professor Peter Wilson ( P.R.Wilson@massey.ac.nz ), or to Associate Professor Cord Heuer, EpiCentre ( C.Heuer@massey.ac.nz ).

 

Peter Wilson BVSc, PhD, MACVSc
Professor, Deer Health and Production
IVABS, Massey University, PB 11222
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Ph 0064 6 3569099 Ext 7619
Fax 0064 6 3505636
http://ivabs.massey.ac.nz/centres/deer/default.asp

 

 

 

Erasmus Mundus Joint Doctorates

 

IRAP PhD
International Relativistic Astrophysics Doctorate Program
Duration: 3 years

 

Programme description: Following the successful scientific space missions by the European Space Agency (ESA) and the European Southern Observatory (ESO) in Chile, as well as the high-energy particle activities at CERN in Genève, IRAP is a Ph.D. program dedicated to the formation of scientists in the field of relativistic astrophysics. The students of such a program will lead the theoretical developments of one of the most active fields of research, based on the above observational and experimental facilities. This program needs expertise in the most advanced topics of mathematical and theoretical physics, and in relativistic field theories. It requires the ability to model the observational data received from the above facilities, as well as all the basic knowledge in astronomy, astrophysics and cosmology. This activity is necessarily international, no single university can cover the broad expertises.

 

This has resulted in the programme offered by IRAP PhD in one of the youngest and most dynamic French universities, pole of research and teaching in the Euro-Mediterranean region (PRES): the University of Nice. It benefits from the presence of the astrophysics research institute of Observatoire de la Côte d'Azur involved in relativistic and non-photonic astrophysics as well as of the Center of ICRANet at Villa Ratti, where the coordination of the Doctorate will take place. The participation of the Freie Universität Berlin and of the Einstein Institute in Potsdam offers the possibility of teaching in relativistic field theories at the highest level. The University of Savoie offers the link to the particle physics at CERN. The activities at the University of Rome, at Stockholm University and at ICRA and ICRANet offer teaching programs in all the fields of relativistic astrophysics, including cosmology, the physics of gravitational collapse, gamma-ray bursts, and black hole physics. The University of Ferrara will be present with lectures and researches in the topics they have pioneered such as the development of space missions in X and gamma ray astrophysics and observational cosmology. Through ICRANet the extra-European connections with Brazil, China and India will be guaranteed: in China, with the Shanghai Observatory of the Chinese Academy of Science, studying the formation and evolution of large-scale structure and galaxies; in India, with the Indian Centre for Space Physics (ICSP), renowned for its research on compact objects as well as on solar physics and astrochemistry; in Brazil, with ICRA-BR at CBPF, where a successful program of research and teaching in relativistic astrophysics has been established in recent years.

 

Website: http://www.irap-phd.org

 

Partners: UNIVERSITE DE NICE -SOPHIA ANTIPOLIS, France (Co-ordinating institution) SHANGHAI ASTRONOMICAL OBSERVATORY, China FREE UNIVERSITY OF BERLIN, Germany AEI -POTSDAM, Germany TARTU OBSERVATORY, Estonia STOCKHOLM UNIVERSTIY, Sweden UNIVERSITY OF FERRARA, Italy UNIVERSITY OF ROME -LA SAPIENZA, Italy BRAZILIAN CENTRE FOR PHYSICS RESEARCH, Brazil OBSERVATORY OF THE CÔTE D'AZUR, France INDIAN CENTRE FOR SPACE PHYSICS, India INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR RELATIVISTIC ASTROPHYSICS NETWORK, Italy UNIVERSITY OF SAVOIE, France

 

Contact: Pascal Chardonnet LAPTH -Université de Savoie 9 Chemin de Bellevue BP 110 74941 Annecy-le-Vieux Cedex -France chardonnet@lapp.in2p3.fr

 

PhD Studentship - Marine Biotechnology.

 

- . Deakin University - Geelong, Victoria, Australia. Jointly funded by Deakin University and Plant and Food Research, Nelson, NZ. Supervisors: Professor Colin Barrow, Chair in Biotechnology, Deakin University and Dr. Sue Marshall, Plant and Food Research.

 

At least one PhD Scholarship is to be awarded to carry out a joint project with Deakin University in Geelong, Australia and Plant and Food Research, New Zealand. The scholarship of A$25,000 per annum will be awarded to a student graduating with a First Class Honours degree in chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field. Applicants should be Australian citizens or permanent residents, or New Zealand citizens.

 

The project involves the discovery and development of new lipases for enzymatic concentration of omega-3 fatty acids from fish and microbial oils. These lipases will have application in functional foods and pharmaceuticals. Specifically, the project will have three parts. Firstly, the student will mine published and proprietary genomic databases to identify potentially useful lipases that will then be cloned and tested. Secondly, the student will isolate and test new lipases from fish and microbes. Thirdly, the student will take part in the development of novel immobilization technologies that will enable the new lipases to be used in a commercial setting.

 

The successful applicant will be expected to spend most of their time at Deakin University in Geelong, Australia, but may spend up to one year in Nelson, New Zealand. Applicants are encouraged to apply for Australian Postgraduate Awards (APAs) and Deakin University Postgraduate Research Scholarships (DUPRS).

 

Interested candidates please forward your CV and expression of interest to:

 

Professor Colin Barrow, email: cbarrow@deakin.edu.au or Dr Susan Marshall, email: marshalls@crop.cri.nz

 

PhD Vacancy: A vacancy exists for a PhD student for a study of the mixing and flow of fluid in the paravillous space of the small intestine.
The student will use innovative techniques pioneered by scientists in the digesta group of the Institute of Food Nutrition and Human Health at Massey University to examine microscopic flow in the wall of the living intestine and asses the effect of various additives on this flow.
Candidates should possess a first degree or Masterate in a biological science preferably Physiology.
A stipend may be available to a suitable candidate.
For more information please contact:
Assoc Prof Roger Lentle
Email: r.g.lentle@massey.ac.nz

 

PhD Vacancy: A vacancy exists in Palmerston North, for a PhD student investigating the digestion of food, the breakdown of particles in the stomach.
The work involves simulation of the digestive environment in the living stomach using particle imaging and new techniques pioneered by the digesta group in the Institute of Food, Nutrition and Human Health, Massey University. Candidates should have a first degree in a biological science preferably in physiology or nutrition. This is a funded project with work conducted in conjunction with scientists from Plant and Food Research Ltd. and Massey University. www.massey.ac.nz
For more information please contact:
Assoc Prof Roger Lentle
Email: r.g.lentle@massey.ac.nz

 

PhD Vacancy: A PhD scholarship is available in the gut health group lead by Assoc Prof Roger Lentle in the Institute of Food Nutrition and Human Health,
Massey University, studying the effect of food on gut health. The project offers an opportunity to work with a world leading group in the field of gastrointestinal processing of digesta.

 

The project will involve studies of gut permeability in human subjects by sampling of faecal material and blood from healthy human volunteers. Other studies will involve assessment of the effects of antioxidants on the motility of isolated segments gut maintained in vitro using spatiotemporal mapping techniques pioneered by the group.

 

The applicant will be an honours or masters graduate in Physiology, Animal Science or related subjects, with a record of high achievement, with good laboratory skills and who is able to work with human subjects. The scholarship will be funded for 3 years from FoRST and Industry funding available to Plant and Food Research and contracted to the Institute of Food Nutrition and Human Health, Massey University.

 

For more information please contact either:
Assoc Prof Roger Lentle Email: r.g.lentle@massey.ac.nz or Prof Marlena Kruger, Email: m.c.kruger@massey.ac.nz

 

PhD Scholarship in Endophytic Fungus-Ryegrass Interaction:

 

A stipend of $22,000 - $26,000 (depending on strength of academic report) per year plus fees is available for PhD candidates to investigate crosstalk between endosymbiotic fungal endophytes and their hosts, using molecular biology, cell biology and proteomics.

 

 

For more information please contact Jan Schmid: j.schmid@massey.ac.nz , http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/learning/departments/institute-molecular-biosciences/staff/en/schmid_jan.cfm

 

PhD programme offered in applied potato genetics and breeding: Horticulture New Zealand and Crop & Food Research (a Crown Research Institute) are offering full stipend and fees support for a PhD programme based within the Crop & Food Research potato breeding, molecular genetics and biotechnology teams at their Lincoln based research centre. The PhD candidate will be aligned to the National Centre for Advanced Bio- Protection Technologies at Lincoln University (a Centre of Research Excellence).

 

For more information contact: Prof. Tony Conner, Crop & Food Research Senior Scientist, Lincoln University, Professorial Fellow in Plant Genetics & Biotechnology
email: ConnerT@crop.cri.nz , DDI +64 3 325 9489, Mobile +64 274 578 068 or Dr Bill Griffin, Crop & Food Research Science Group Manager, Crop Improvement
email: GriffinW@crop.cri.nz , DDI +64 3 325 9547, Mobile +64 272 299 347

 

PhD position available in plant biology and ageing: A PhD studentship under the supervision of Dr. Paul Dijkwel in the Institute of Molecular BioSciences at Massey University Palmerston North is available to study the senescence and ageing in plants using molecular and bioinformatic approaches. The studentship offers a NZ$25,000 per annum stipend plus fees. For information about the projects available and application details, please contact Dr. Paul Dijkwel: p.dijkwel@massey.ac.nz

 

PhD position(s) available in prevention of noise induced hearing loss: PhD studentship(s) under the supervision of Dr. Ian Laird in the Centre for Ergonomics, Occupational Safety and Health at Massey University are available to study the effectiveness of strategies in the prevention of noise induced hearing loss in NZ. The studentship(s) offers a NZ$25,000 per annum stipend.

 

For further information and application details contact Dr. Ian Laird: I.S.Laird@massey.ac.nz

 

 

A studentship is available for a postgraduate research project to be conducted in Dr Sattlegger’s group at Massey University, Auckland campus. The research project is in one or more fields of Molecular Biology, Molecular Genetics, Microbiology, Genetics, Signal transduction, or Protein studies. For more information see http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/learning/departments/institute-natural-sciences/staff/en/evelyn-sattlegger.cfm or email: E.Sattlegger@massey.ac.nz .

 

2-3 PhD studentships in Biological NMR, Massey University, New Zealand:

 

Two to three PhD studentships are available to use NMR spectroscopy to study biologically relevant proteins and RNA molecules. This project is a collaboration with the University of Sydney and the New York Structural Biology Center. The Massey University Centre for Structural Biology houses a 700 MHz NMR spectrometer with a super-sensitive cryogenically-cooled sample probe in addition to 500, 400 and 200 MHz spectrometers. Support is via a grant from the Royal Society of New Zealand.

 

PhD fellowships carry tax exempt stipends of NZD 23,000 per anna . There is no teaching requirement, and all student tuition and fees are covered by the grant. Students with exceptional undergraduate marks may be eligible for a University Scholarship which provides an increase in stipend level.

 

Previous NMR and protein handling experience or molecular biology experience are a plus, but are not required. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

 

Interested parties should email a cover letter, a c.v. that includes undergraduate marks average (GPA or QPA), and contact information for three referees to Associate Professor Steven Pascal. See http://ifs.massey.ac.nz/people/staff.php?personID=56 for email address and further information.

 

Travel Grants for New Zealanders to Study in France: Every year the French Embassy in Wellington allocates a few Hexagone travel grants to New Zealand students to pursue their studies in France for postgraduate studies at Honours or Master's level. The travel grant consists of 2000 euros (approx NZ$3,800) per student. Preference is given to Political Science, Law, Economics, Business and Management, Science or Engineering students. The student must enrol at a French University or Grande Ecole for at least six months. Travel grants are offered in combination with a social security scholarship for the duration of the studies in France.

 

From 2009 one Hexagone applicant each year will be awarded the Hexagone principal scholarship worth 12,000 euros, for studies in France at Master's level. Note that a number of courses are taught in English. For a list of available courses, visit: www.campusfrance.org/fr/b-agence/espacedoc_infos.htm#forma_en

 

For further information contact: culture.france@atrix.gen.nz , www.ambafrance-nz.org , www.onisep.fr , www.education.gouv.fr , or www.campusfrance.org .

 

Eiffel Doctoral Scholarships: These scholarships are offered by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs to international students for doctoral studies in France. Since 2006, one of these scholarships per year has been offered to a NZ student.

 

For further details visit: www.egide.asso.fr

 

University Undergraduate Scholarships in Saudi Arabia: A limited number of scholarships are available for NZ students wishing to study in Saudi Arabia. Two types of scholarships are available - Muslim and Non-Muslim Students 1-2 Scholarships per year at King Saud Maile University, and Muslim Students 2-3 Scholarships per year at Islamic Male University of Medina.

 

Criteria: Students must be between 18-25 yrs; hold a valid NZ passport; be required to undertake Arabic Language studies for two years; after completion of language training, the scholarship holder may study undergraduate programmes at any Faculty (except medicine or engineering).

 

The Scholarship provides: free tuition; free text books in Arabic language; single person accommodation; monthly stipend of NZ$400 per month; subsidised meals from University cafeteria; medical expenses; annual return air ticket.

 

For further information contact: Tony Davies. NZ Education Attache to the GCC, NZ Embassy, Diplomatic Quarter, Riyadh. email: tony.davies@mfat.govt.nz

 

Environmental Governance (MEG) and Forest Ecology and Management (FEM) International MSC Programmes at Freiburg University, Germany: The MSc course 'Environmental Governance' focuses on socio-economic issues, whereas 'Forest Ecology and Management' concentrates on ecological aspects. Both courses are taught entirely in English and have a duration of two years.

 

For further information visit: www.meg.uni-frieburg.de and www.fem.uni-freiburg.de

 

Kennedy Trust Scholarship: Availableto support a Masters (by thesis) student to undertake research of relevance to the Gas Industry. It is hoped that this project will begin in 2010, but proposals will be considered from prospective candidates and/or supervisors for projects beginning later than this. The scholarship is up to $7,000 for one year.

 

A particular area of relevance to the Gas Industry has been identified as "The Effects of Supply Chain Dynamics on Consumer Perception of Natural Gas as a Valid Option for New Zealand'. This may be the thesis title for the Masters, or a similar thesis title would be considered. Specific topics that may be part of the thesis study are: Supply chain logistics; The influence of public policy interactions and regulatory process; Climate change issues from a carbon footprint perspective; Technology innovation and commercial arrangements in a competitive market.

 

Potential students may come from various disciplines such as Engineering, Energy/Science, Marketing & Management and there may be different approaches such as measurability, presentation and perceptions.

 

Background reading on issues may be found in:
1 Understanding the Contribution of Direct Use of Gas to New Zealand’s Future Energy Efficiency Objectives. A report produced for the Gas Association of New Zealand, by the New Zealand Centre for Advanced Engineering. November 2007 (www.ganz.org.nz/).
2 Recommendations on Direct Use of Gas. The Government Policy Statement on Gas required the Gas Industry Company Limited to provide advice to the Minister on whether policies on the direct use of gas might mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and the likely cost of those policies. In December 2009, the Company provided the Associate Minister with its recommendation (http://www.gasindustry.co.nz/sites/default/files/u12/DUoG_- _Recommendation_to_the_Associate_Minister_December_152089.3.pdf).

 For an Application Form: go to CAENZ web site http://www.caenz.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=106:kennedy-trust-scholarship-2011&catid=6:latest-news&Itemid=51 Enquiries to:
CAENZ
KEST Application Co-ordinator
Private Bag 4800
Christchurch 8140

Phone: +64- 3-364-2478 Fax: +64-3-364-2069  

Applications will remain open until the position is filled.

 

 

 

The British Council Christchurch Scholarships: 

Brief
Create a design solution that will develop connected and resilient communities in Christchurch through the rethinking of space, products, interaction, environment, security and transportation systems.

The Scholarship is open to design concepts from these disciplines:
Architecture
Engineering
Industrial Design
Landscape Architecture
Planning
Spatial Design
Transport Design
Urban Design

Two scholarships will be awarded.

Scholarships include return airfares and accommodation in Britain for ten working days. The recipients will meet with leading British universities or design firms to share design knowledge.

The total value of each scholarship is $6000.

The two scholarship recipients will be announced on the 22nd August 2012 during the 6th Australasian Natural Hazards Management Conference 2012 held at the University of Canterbury, Christchurch New Zealand. Scholarship winners will be notified by email or phone.

Eligibility
The Scholarship is open to students who are currently undertaking their major undergraduate study in spatial, industrial, transport, urban, planning, engineering, landscape or architectural design subjects at a New Zealand university (or have studied and graduated within the last three years).

Judging
The two scholarships will be judged against the following three criteria:
1. Engagement and relevance to Christchurch
2. Assessment of the quality of the concept or proposal
3. Design development

All submissions will be judged by an independent selection panel of design experts. The judges’ decisions are final and no correspondence will be entered into.
Judging will be conducted in two rounds: the first round will be judged from digital file submissions to select a shortlist. Shortlisted entrants will be contacted to supply print quality files for exhibition and final judging.

For full information on how to enter, please visit http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Registration and entry deadlines
Please register your interest by email to lisa@joepublic.co.nz to ensure you receive updates and information related to the scholarship.

The deadline for stage one submissions is 5pm, Friday 6th of July 2012.
All entry materials should be attached to a single email and submitted to lisa@joepublic.co.nz before the deadline, with the entrant’s full name, contact phone numbers and physical address.

Building Research Scholarships:  Available to assist students with outstanding academic credentials to research in fields which are deemed to be of importance to the construction sector.

The list of preferred areas of expertise to be funded is revised at regular intervals. The list of topics is available from http://www.branz.co.nz/scholarships but please note this is not exclusive, and proposals to address other topics are welcome, especially if they align well to the New Zealand Construction Industry Council research agenda (http://www.nzcic.co.nz/Research.cfm) or to BRANZ 2011 Research and Information Agenda (http://www.branz.co.nz/cms_show_download.php?id=98a0a91298629241dfc473f055fdb60a40a16a5e). If you have a very good academic record and a project you think will be of value to our sector, please enquire whether you are eligible.

How to apply
Send to the BRANZ Group Chief Executive a report including the following:

•Your CV, including details of undergraduate (and/or graduate) course grades, the name and structure of the course that you wish to follow, and the name of the tertiary institution at which you plan to be enrolled.
•The name of the research supervisor and a note from him/her endorsing your proposal as appropriate (we will not make a final decision until we have this).
•A comment on how you believe the work will assist your career aspirations.
•An explanation of how the research will (assuming it is successful) assist the New Zealand building and construction sector.
•A description of the intended research project in sufficient detail to allow assessment of it by BRANZ staff.
If your application is successful, you will also be required to submit a project plan indicating proposed milestones at which payments will be made, which must be agreed by BRANZ before the first payment is made. Progress against this plan will need to be certified by your supervisor.

Further information is available from: http://www.branz.co.nz/scholarships

There are no specific closing dates for submissions for consideration by BRANZ.

Turnbridge Wells International Young Concert Artists Competition: Total Cash Prizes in excess of £10,000 Plus Recital and Concerto Opportunities: The 2012 Turnbridge Wells International Young Concert Artists' Competition will take place between 12 - 15 July 2012. There are three sections: piano, bowed strings (not harp, guitar etc) and wind (both brass & woodwind). Competitors must have been born between 1 January 1985 and 31 December 1995 (i.e. over 16 and under 27).

For overseas competitors free of charge accommodation is provided in the homes of local families. This gives competitors a unique opportunity to meet members of the local community.

Full information about the competition and application forms are available from: www.twiyca.org 

Applications for entry close 28 February 2012.

 

Malaysia International Scholarships: Students with excellent academic records and outstanding co-curricular backgrounds are welcomed to apply for this scholarship and further their studies in any selected and well-established Malaysian public and private universities. This scholarship is divided into two (2) categories of study: Postgraduate and Post-doctoral Studies.

To be eligible for Malaysia International Scholarship (MIS), applicants must:- Not be more than 45 years of age during application, and have obtained a minimum of Second Class Upper (Honours) or a CGPA of 3.5/4.0 at Bachelor Degree Level for Masters Degree applicants and for PhD candidates must possess CGPA 3.5/4.0 or very good result at Masters degree level in a similar field of intended PhD study. In addition, for post-doctoral programme, the selection will be evaluated based on the number of books produced, refereed/non refereed journals, portfolio and patent copyright. The Post-Doctoral candidate must have excellent reputation in research and possesses knowledge related to the research to be carried out.

Full regulations and  online applications are available through Ministry of Higher Education’s website https://www.mohe.gov.my/MIS starting from April 2011.

Note: No closing date is given.

George Mason Charitable Trust Scholarship: The Scholarship is awarded to advance the study of the natural environment, archaeology and social history of the Taranaki region; e.g. biological sciences, earth sciences, geology, archaeology or anthropology. Applicants must be studying full-time at post graduate level; i.e. completing their PhD, Masters or honours level studies.

Full regulations and application information are available from http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Applications close 10 February 2012.

Darmasiswa Scholarships in Indonesia: Open to NZ students wishing to study in Indondesia for 1 yr, 6 months or summer study at various institutions in Indonesia in 2012/2013. Applications can be submitted online or directly to the Embassy of Indonesia in Wellington.

Full regulations and application information are available from http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Applications close 10 February 2012.

The Kate Edger Educational Charitable Foundation Award: To assist women, who have completed a full-time Foundation Course totalling 120 points at tertiary level and  have enrolled in full time study for their first degree or diploma at an approved institution in the Auckland area. Applicants must be NZ citizens or permanent residents.

For full regulations and application forms visit: www.kateedgertrust.org.nz

Applications close 17 February 2012.

Le Va mental health and addiction scholarships: These scholarships are intended to increase the number of Pacific people working in mental health and addictions. Open to New Zealand citizens or permanent residents who are enrolled in a health-related course/qualification.

Applications are available to be completed online: http://www.leva.co.nz/page/45-futures-that-work+le-va-mental-health-and-addiction-scholarships?utm_source=Email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Le+Va+e-newsletter+%7C+September+2011
Applications close 24 February 2012, however, to avoid missing out, those interested are requested to register and apply as soon as possible. Everyone who has registered on the website will be advised of any updates regarding closing dates.

Bootten Bequest Bursaries: Available to full time Massey University students who are New Zealand citizens or Permanent Residents and are/ will be enrolling in their first year of an undergraduate degree who are in difficult financial situation. Applicants must demonstrate financial hardship, and have a good academic record.

Applications that are based on a personal desire to avoid typical levels of financial constraint or use of student loan debt while studying will not usually be considered as demonstrations of hardship.

Full regulations and application forms are available from:  http://awards.massey.ac.nz/
Applications close 28 February 2012.

NEW

IVABS Masterate Scholarship in Zoo Animal and Wildlife Health (Wellington Zoo & Massey University): 

Two masterate scholarships are open to individuals who are New Zealand or Australian residents and hold a BVSc degree registerable in New Zealand and who qualify to register as a candidate for the degree of Masters of Veterinary Science (MVSc).

The purpose of the scholarship is to encourage veterinary graduates who plan a career in Zoo Animal and Wildlife Health to undertake university postgraduate study in this field. 

Full regulations and application forms are available from http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

For further information please contact Brett Gartrell, phone 06 356 9099 ext 7398, e-mail B.Gartrell@massey.ac.nz. Application forms are also available from Brett Gartrell.

Applications close 28 February 2012.

J McLennan Bursary: Available to students who are New Zealand citizens or Permanent Residents and who have successfully completed a minimum of 105 credits and are continuing to study in their first undergraduate degree at Massey University and are in need of financial assistance and have a record of academic success in their studies to date.

Applications that are based on a personal desire to avoid typical levels of financial constraint or use of student loan debt while studying will not usually be considered as demonstrations of hardship.

Full regulations and application forms are available from:  http://awards.massey.ac.nz/
Applications close 28 February 2012.

Peter Collett Extramural Bursary: Available to assist extramural students in financial need who have successfully completed at least 30 credits and are continuing to study extramurally in a first undergraduate degree at Massey University. Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents.

Applications that are based on a personal desire to avoid typical levels of financial constraint or use of student loan debt while studying will not usually be considered as demonstrations of hardship.

Full regulations and application forms are available from:  http://awards.massey.ac.nz/
Applications close 28 February 2012.

The Massey University Alumni Doctoral Completion Bursary: Open to any Doctoral candidate currently enrolled at any of the campuses of Massey University, except that candidates who are or have been in receipt of significant scholarships for this research (eg the MU Doctoral Scholarship ) will not ordinarily be considered. Candidates may be part-time or full-time but may not apply if they have had an extension of study granted by the Doctoral Research Committee.

Applicants should be expected to complete their Doctoral thesis successfully within one calendar year of the date of application.

Full regulations and application information are available from http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Applications close 28 February 2012.

Massey University Travel Abroad Bursary: Available to assist full time postgraduate research students who require a short term (up to 6 months) period of study or research abroad in the following categories:
Seminars, workshops or courses
Conferences, if attendee is presenting a paper
Cooperative research with researchers abroad
Research or fieldwork at facilities not available in New Zealand (e.g. Research institutes, libraries etc.)

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or Permanent Residents enrolled full-time at Massey University and hold good standing in a postgraduate degree programme.

Full regulations and application forms are available from:  http://awards.massey.ac.nz/
Applications close 28 February 2012.

EXTENDED CLOSING DATE

 Joe Walding Memorial Bursary: A bursary of $3,000 is available for NZ citizens enrolled full time at Massey University in either the BBS (Hons), MBA or MBS degrees. The course of study of the bursary recipient shall include a research report of at least 30 credits or thesis on a topic related to international business and marketing as it affects New Zealand.

Full regulations and application forms are available from:  http://awards.massey.ac.nz/
Closing date has been extended to 28 February 2012.

NEW

Zonta Manawatu Scholarship - Women in Science & Technology: Awarded to a woman who is pursuing a science & technology doctorate degree. The scholarship must be used to assist the applicant present a paper at an international conference related to their PhD topic.

Full regulations and application forms are available from:  http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Applications close 29 February 2012

L B Wood Travelling Scholarship: For graduates from any College wishing to study in the UK. Applicants must be graduates of a New Zealand university and must have graduated no more than three years prior to application.

Full regulations and application forms are available from http://www.nzvcc.ac.nz

Applications close 1 March 2012.

Patricia Pratt Scholarship in Musical Performance: For NZ citizens who have completed an honours degree in Musical Performance in NZ to continue their musical development at a renowned international music school or conservatorium.  

Full regulations and application forms are available from http://www.nzvcc.ac.nz

Applications close 1 March 2012.

Royal Society of NZ Travel Grants: Applicants must be enrolled for, and undertaking full-time (at least 37.5 hours per week) PhD study in science and/or technology and must be New Zealand citizens or have permanent residency status. Due to limited funding, preference will be given to those students who have successfully completed at least 12 months of their full-time PhD enrolment by the application closing date. 

Electronic copies of the Applicant's Guide and the Application Form are available on the Society's website http://www.royalsociety.org.nz/Site/International/travel/default.aspx

Applications close 1 March 2012.

Shirtcliffe Fellowships: The purpose of the Shirtcliffe Fellowships is to assist students of outstanding ability and character who are graduates of a university in New Zealand, in the continuation of their studies in New Zealand or the Commonwealth.

The fellowships are open to New Zealand citizens who are ordinarily resident in New Zealand and who:
(a) are candidates for a doctoral scholarship awarded by a New Zealand university; and
(b) whose degree is awarded in any faculty or school which, if that degree had been available in 1935, would in the opinion of the NZVCC be expected to have been awarded following a course of study in one or other of the Faculties of Arts, Science, Law, Commerce or Agriculture.

Full regulations and application forms are available from http://www.nzvcc.ac.nz

Applications close 1 March 2012.

Gordon Watson Scholarship: Available to enable the holder to study questions of international relationships or social and economic conditions, at Masters or PhD level. The scholarship is tenable overseas.  

Full regulations and application forms are available from http://www.nzvcc.ac.nz

Applications close 1 March 2012.

Antarctica New Zealand Postgraduate Research Scholarships: Three scholarships are available.  The Postgraduate Research Scholarship Programme is designed to encourage researchers to pursue interests in Antarctica and the Southern Ocean. There are four key themes of environmental management: managing Antarctic tourism, managing national programme activities, managing the natural Antarctic environment, and managing the risks associated with non-native species in Antarctica.

For full regulations and application forms please visit http://www.antarcticanz.govt.nz/scholarships-and-fellowships

Applications close 5pm, 2 March 2012.

RAPHS Medical and Nursing Undergraduate Scholarship: Available to assist two Rotorua residents in their first year of medical or nursing training. Each year there is:
1. one scholarship for a student who has been accepted into the Nursing programme and at the time of application will be due to commence their first year of nursing studies, and
2. one scholarship for a student who has successfully completed their first year of study at The University of Auckland or University of Otago and has been admitted to the first professional year of the medical degree programme.

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents, and have attended secondary school in the Rotorua District.

 Full regulations and application forms are available from: www.raphs.org.nz

Applications close 6 March 2012

New Zealand Grassland Trust Levy Student Scholarship: For students enrolled in their second year of an agriculture degree at Massey University.

 Full regulations and application forms are available from:  http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Applications close 7 March 2012.

FAR Postgraduate Scholarship: Open to full-time students at Massey University eligible to proceed to or undertaking postgraduate research of value to the New Zealand arable farming sector. The applicant must be either a citizen of New Zealand or hold a New Zealand permanent residency visa.

Full regulations and application forms are available from:  http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Applications close 15 March 2012.

Pacific Island Polynesian Scholarship: For students of Polynesian descent who either hold NZ citizenship or been granted permanent residency and who are studying fulltime at Wellington campus of Massey University.

Full regulations and application forms are available from:  http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Applications close 18 March 2012.

EUCN Postgraduate Scholarships Student Exchanges: Available for Postgraduate Students enrolled in 2012 in a Hons, MA or PhD programme and be undertaking a research project on an EU related topic. Applicants  must identify a specific institution and European supervisor for the exchange in their application.

Regulations are available from:  http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Application forms are completed online at http://www.eucnetwork.org.nz/
For general enquiries please contact sarah.christie@canterbury.ac.nz

Applications close 5pm, Monday 19 March 2012

Study Awards in Maori and Pasifika Education Research: Available to assist emerging education researchers to complete research-based postgraduate study in Maori & Pasifika Education at postgraduate level.

Who can apply?
Anyone who can demonstrate the following:
o a good undergraduate degree;
o are enrolled in a full-time post graduate course of study;
o their proposed study is relevant to Maori or Pasifika education policy and research;
o have an intention to make an ongoing contribution to Maori or Pasifika education research;
o a commitment to Maori or Pasifika communities;
o are permanent residents or New Zealand citizens;
o are not previous recipients;
o are not Ministry of Education employees.
• Other desirable qualities include:
o emerging in the field of Maori or Pasifika education research
o some proficiency in Maori or a Pasifika language

Full regulations and application forms are available from: www.educationcounts.govt.nz/goto/mpstudyawards

Applications close 5pm, 24 March 2012.

The Kate Edger Educational Charitable Trust Expenses / Class Materials Award: Available to assist women, who are studying Degree or Diploma courses at an approved institution in the Auckland area which incur high materials' expenditure, with payment of essential costs.Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enrol full time in Year 2 and above for a degree or diploma at The University of Auckland, the Albany Campus of Massey University, AUT University, Manukau Institute of Technology, Unitec, Northland Polytechnic, or Te Whare Wananga O Awanuiarangi, Auckland.

Full regulations and application forms are available from: http://www.kateedgertrust.org.nz

Applications close 30 March 2012.

AGCARM Undergraduate Horticultural Scholarship: Open to full time students who are NZ citizens or permanent residents undertaking a degree in production horticulture at Massey University and who have completed their first year of the degree.

Full regulations and application forms are available from http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Applications close 31 March 2012.

Allan Gibson Accountancy Scholarship: Available to Massey University accountancy students in their second or third year who wish to become Chartered Accountants and who have an interest in rural, agricultural and/or agri-food industries.

Full regulations and application forms are available from http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Applications close 31 March 2012.

Energy Education Trust NZ Undergraduate Scholarships: Available to undergraduate and honours students for one year to assist them to undertake full-time studies in the fields of science, economics, engineering and related fields with a specific interest in the energy needs of New Zealand.

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents.

The basis of selection will be the applicant’s academic results with consideration also given to the student’s demonstrated interest in energy, future study and employment plans, the desire to succeed and community involvement. Nominated candidates will be required to attend an interview.

Full regulations and application forms are available from http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Applications close 31 March 2012.

Hubbards Foods Ltd Food Technology Scholarships: One scholarship is available to a fulltime first year Bachelor of Food Technology student enrolled at  Massey University Albany or Palmerston North campus.The scholarship is $1000 per year for four years.

Full regulations and application forms are available from:www.hubbards.co.nz

Applications close 31 March 2012.

Manawatu Branch NZICA Bursary: Open to internal students based at the Massey Palmerston North campus who have a grade point average of 5 or above and have enrolled fulltime in the final year of their study in a Bachelor of Accountancy or Bachelor of Business Studies (Accountancy) degree. Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or New Zealand permanent residents.

Full regulations and application forms are available from http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Applications close 31 March 2012.

Maori Education Trust -  Undergraduate and Postgraduate Scholarships: A number of scholarships are available to For Maori & Polynesian students undertaking study at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

Full regulations and application forms are available from:  www.maorieducation.org.nz

Applications close 31 March 2012

Mary Mallon Memorial Scholarship: Open to those enrolled, in the year the scholarship is awarded, in either 114.899 - Thesis Human Resource Management or 114.900 - PhD Human Resource Management at the Turitea campus of Massey University.

Full regulations and application forms are available from http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Applications close 31 March 2012.

Max Chapple Memorial Scholarship: For students who have recently completed a Bachelor's degree,  are enrolled in a postgraduate course of study in History at Massey University, and are undertaking a research project of 60 or more credits in the year of application.  Preference may be given to applicants intending to undertake a research project in the fields of New Zealand or Pacific Islands history.

Full regulations and application forms are available from http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Applications close 31 March 2012.

Graduate Women Manawatu Postgraduate Scholarship: Available to female Masterate or final year Bachelor Honours students enrolled at the Massey University Palmerston North Campus. Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents. Documentation must be supplied with the application.

Full regulations and application forms are available from http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Applications close 31 March 2012.

NZ Federation of Graduate Women North Shore Branch Scholarship:  Available to  female NZ citizens, undertaking postgraduate study at Albany Campus, Massey University.

Full regulations and application forms are available from http://awards.massey.ac.nz/

Applications close 31 March 2012.

The Kate Edger Educational Charitable Trust Tressa Thomas Retraining Award: Available to assist mature women to prepare to return to a profession or to take up work (paid or unpaid) in the community.

Applicants must be New Zealand Citizens or Permanent Residents and be enrolled or preparing to enrol full time, in a Certificate, Diploma, or Degree qualification at one of the following institutions: The University of Auckland, the Albany Campus of Massey University, AUT University, Manukau Institute of Technology, Unitec, Northland Polytechnic, Te Wanaga O Aotearoa, Manukau or Whangarei, or Te Whare Wananga O Awanuiarangi, Auckland.

Full regulations and application forms are available from:  http://www.kateedgertrust.org.nz

Applications close 30 March 2012.

Whakatane Historical Society Scholarship Trust: Open to students from the Eastern Bay of Plenty for study and research in New Zealand and its territories. Applicants must have undertaken and completed their first year of tertiary study. A large number of study disciplines are considered.

Full regulations are available from http://awards.massey.ac.nz/ Applications are available from: www.whakatanehistorical.org.nz

Applications close 31 March 2012.

NEW

Fulbright-Creative New Zealand Pacific Writer's Residency: The Fulbright Creative-New Zealand Pacific Writer's Residency enables a New Zealand writer of Pacific heritage to work for three months on a creative writing project exploring Pacific identity, culture or history at the University of Hawai'i.

Full regulations and application forms are available from: http://www.fulbright.org.nz/awards/nzscholar/fulbright-cnz/

Applications close 1 April 2012.

NEW

Fulbright Travel awards: Funding is available for New Zealand scholars who have been invited to present papers at conferences and/or deliver lectures in the US. Applicants must be New Zealand citizens and have a PhD completed or in progress, or the equivalent professional or artistic training or experience.

Full regulations and application forms are available from: http://www.fulbright.org.nz/awards/nzscholar/travel/

Applications close 1 April 2012. (Further rounds close 1 July & 1 Nov 2012).

NEW

Fulbright-Nga Pae o te Maramatanga Travel Awards in Indigenous Development: Available to New Zealand academics, artists or professionals to visit the US for 12 to 90 days in order to present their work to American audiences. 

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens and have a PhD completed or in progress, or the equivalent professional or artistic training or experience.

Full regulations and application forms are available from: http://www.fulbright.org.nz/awards/nzscholar/fulbright-npmtravel/

Applications close 1 April 2012. (Further rounds close 1 July & 1 Nov 2012).

NEW

NZ Young Farmers Study Scholarship: Available to students studying agriculture or agriculturally related topics at Universities. New Zealand Young Farmers awards two University cash scholarships worth up to $1,500.00.

Full regulations and applications are available from: http://www.youngfarmers.co.nz  (click on Opportunities)

Applications close 1 April 2012.

NEW

Sasakawa Fellowship Fund for Japanese Language Education Programme - Undergraduate Scholarship: The Fund offers scholarships to students who are enrolling full-time for a first under-graduate degree in Japanese language, or Japanese language conjoint with a second degree.

Full regulations and application forms are available from: http://www.sasakawa.co.nz/undergraduate.htm

Applications close 7 April 2012

Community of Science Funding Opportunities: A variety of different types of funding are available for students from all disciplines and at all levels of study. Visit http://www.cos.com/nz for details and closing dates.

Scholarships Closing  February / March / mid April 2012: full information about these scholarships can be found on http://awards.massey.ac.nz/  

Please Note – While every effort is made to ensure closing dates are correct, they are subject to change at any time. The website is updated upon notification of change.

February

Taranaki Electricity Trust Tertiary Education Scholarships – 9 February 2012
George Mason Charitable Trust Scholarship - 10 February 2012
Darmasiswa Scholarships in Indonesia - 10 February 2012  
The Kate Edger Educational Charitable Foundation Award – 17 February 2012
Janine Young Memorial Award – 20 February 2012
Le Va mental health and addiction scholarships – 24 February 2012
Albert & Alexis Dennis Donation – 28 February 2012
Bootten Bequest Bursaries – 28 February 2012
H & V G McNeill Extramural Fund – 28 February 2012
Evening Standard Scholarship in Real Estate – 28 February 2012
Hawkes Bay Real Estate Inst of NZ Professional Development Scholarship – 28 February 2012
IVABS Masterate Scholarship in Zoo Animal and Wildlife Health (Wellington Zoo & Massey University) – 28 February 2012 NEW
J McLennan Bursary – 28 February 2012
Joe Walding Memorial Bursary – 28 February 2012 EXTENDED CLOSING DATE
LA Alexander Agricultural College Trust Board – 28 February 2012
The Massey University Alumni Doctoral Completion Bursary – 28 February 2012
Massey University Travel Abroad Bursary – 28 February 2012
Peter Collett Extramural Bursary – 28 February 2012
Sasakawa Scholarships for undergraduate students of Japanese travelling to Japan on an exchange programme – 28 February 2012
Tuwharetoa Scholarships – 28 February 2012
Taranaki Scholarship - late February 2012

Zonta Manawatu Scholarship - Women in Science & Technology – 29 February 2012 NEW

March
Fulbright-Harkness New Zealand Fellowship - 1 March 2012
Gordon Watson Scholarship - 1 March 2012
Teach NZ – 1 February 2012
The Kiwi Music Scholarship - 1 March 2012
L B Wood Travelling Scholarship - 1 March 2012
Oppenheim Tertiary Education Fund - 1 March 2012
Patricia Pratt Scholarship in Musical Performance - 1 March 2012
Postgraduate Marketing Research Grant - 1 March 2012
Rural Women New Zealand Diamond Jubilee Agricultural Tertiary Bursary - 1 March 2012
Rural Women New Zealand Tertiary Bursary - 1 March 2012
Rural Women New Zealand Textbook Grant - 1 March 2012
Shirtcliffe Fellowships - 1 March 2012
Antarctica New Zealand Postgraduate Research Scholarships - 2 March 2012
RAPHS Medical and Nursing Undergraduate Scholarship – 6 March 2012
New Zealand GrasslandTrust Levy Student Scholarship - 7 March 2012
Te Arawa Scholarships - 9 March 2012
 F W Dry Memorial Award - 10 March 2012
 G.O. Anstiss Scholarship - 10 March 2012
 Harry Tolley & L J Wild Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Allan Kay Undergraduate Memorial Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Bell-Booth Dairy Research Scholarship - 10 March 2012
C V Fife Memorial Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Central Plateau Farm Education Trust Scholarships - 10 March 2012
Charles Elgar Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Colin Holmes Dairy Scholarship - 10 March 2012
D J McGowan Scholarship - 10 March 2012
DG Bowler Scholarship in Soil Science - 10 March 2012
Dairy Experience Bursary - 10 March 2012
Farmers' Union Scholarship - 10 March 2012
George Mason Sustainable Land Use Scholarship - 10 March 2012
George Terry Memorial Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Gosling Ornamental Horticulture Bursary - 10 March 2012
Hawkes Bay Farm Improvement Club Trust Scholarships
Helen E Akers PhD Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Helen E Akers Postgraduate Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Helen Royle Scholarship - 10 March 2012 - 10 March 2012
Ingleby Scholarship - 10 March 2012
J S Yeates Memorial Scholarship - 10 March 2012
James Lockie Stewart Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Janet Murray Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Johannes August Anderson PhD Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Johannes August Anderson Postgraduate Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Horticulture NZ Undergraduate Scholarships - 10 March 2012
Hurley Fraser Postgraduate Scholarship - 10 March 2012
John Hodgson Pastoral Science Scholarships - 10 March 2012
Kathleen Stewart Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Leonard Condell Farming PhD Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Leonard Condell Farming Postgraduate Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Les Batkin Bursary - 10 March 2012
MacMillan Brown Agricultural Research Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Miller Massey Buchanan Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Miss E L Hellaby Indigenous Grassland Research Trust - 10 March 2012
Murray Richards Bursary - 10 March 2012
Ormond Meat Marketing Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Pendella Award - 10 March 2012
Peter During Agricultural Research Bursary - 10 March 2012
Pioneer Agricultural Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Pipfruit New Zealand Undergraduate Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Pork Industry Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Prof Ren Jizhou Scholarship - 10 March 2012
QEII Athol Patterson Bursary - 10 March 2012
Ravensdown Agricultural Research Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Rongotea Lions Club Student Assistance Fund - 10 March 2012
Seed Tech Services Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Sir John Logan Campbell Agricultural Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Sports Turf Bursary - 10 March 2012
Sydney Campbell Postgraduate Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Sydney Campbell Undergraduate Scholarship - 10 March 2012
TaranakI Dairy Farmers Conference Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Taranaki Tree Crops Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Thornton Memorial Dairy Bursary - 10 March 2012
TrustPower Tararua Wind Farm Research Bursary - 10 March 2012
Turners & Growers Research Grant - 10 March 2012
Turners and Growers Undergraduate Scholarships - 10 March 2012
Venture Trust Programmes - 10 March 2012
Waitawhiti Memorial Scholarship - Postgraduate - 10 March 2012
Waitawhiti Memorial Scholarship - Undergraduate - 10 March 2012
William Hudson Scholarship - 10 March 2012
William Milverton Scholarship - 10 March 2012
William Reed Scholarship - 10 March 2012
Massey University Wellington Campus E tu Pasifika scholarships - 11 March 2012
Dan David Prize – Scholarships - 15 March 2012
FAR Postgraduate Scholarship - 15 March 2012
Vernon Willey Trust Fellowship - 15 March 2012
New Zealand - European Union Exchange Scholarship - 15 March 2012
Pacific Island Polynesian Scholarship - 18 March 2012
EUCN Postgraduate Scholarships - NZ Internships - 19 March 2012
Waikato PHO Rural Primary Health Scholarship - 16 March 2012
Te Runanga o Ngati Ruanui Grants – 21 March 2012 NEW
Study Awards in Maori and Pasifika Education Research - 24 March 2012
Japanese Studies Student Scholarship - late March 2012
Alfred George East Scholarship - 30 March 2012
The Kate Edger Educational Charitable Trust Expenses / Class Materials Award - 30 March 2012
AGCARM Undergraduate Horticultural Scholarship – 31 March 2012
Allan Gibson Accountancy Scholarship – 31 March 2012
Centre for Agribusiness Policy & Strategy Postgraduate Scholarships – 31 March 2012
Centre for Agribusiness Policy & Strategy Undergraduate Award in Applied Economics – 31 March 2012
Ecology Bursary – 31 March 2012
Heseltine Trust Bursary – 31 March 2012
Energy Education Trust NZ Undergraduate Scholarships – 31 March 2012
Henry Marfell Scholarships – 31 March 2012
Hubbards Foods Ltd Food Technology Scholarships – 31 March 2012
J P Skipworth Scholarship (Ecology) – 31 March 2012
J P Skipworth Scholarship (Plant Biology) – 31 March 2012
Julie Alley Bursary – 31 March 2012
Magnetic Resonance Scholarship – 31 March 2012
Manawatu Branch NZICA Bursary – 31 March 2012
Maori Education Trust -  Postgraduate Scholarships – 31 March 2012
Maori Education Trust -  Undergraduate Scholarships – 31 March 2012
Mary Mallon Memorial Scholarship – 31 March 2012
Masterton Trust Lands Trust Scholarship – 31 March 2012
Max Chapple Memorial Scholarship – 31 March 2012
Molecular Genetics Research Scholarship – 31 March 2012
NZ Federation of Graduate Women Harriette Jenkins Award – 31 March 2012
Graduate Women Manawatu Postgraduate Scholarship – 31 March 2012
NZ Federation of Graduate Women North Shore Branch Scholarship – 31 March 2012
NZ Law Foundation Ethel Benjamin Scholarship – 31 March 2012
NZ Society of Translators & Interpreters – 31 March 2012
Pacific Islands Polynesian Education Foundation & Norman Kirk Memorial Scholarship – 31 March 2012
Philosophy of Education Society of Australasia Scholarship – 31 March 2012
Polish Charitable & Educational Trust – 31 March 2012
Putaruru Veterinary Club Education Trust – 31 March 2012
Quota International of Takapuna Scholarship for Deaf People – 31 March 2012
Riccarton Rotary Jubilee Tertiary Scholarships – 31 March 2012
Sasakawa Fellowship Fund for Japanese Language Education Programme - Postgraduate Research Scholarship – 31 March 2012
Scion Research Institute Physics Scholarship – 31 March 2012
Sir James Fletcher 1st Memorial Trust Education Awards – 31 March 2012
SPE (Society of Petroleum Engineers) New Zealand Section Scholarship – 31 March 2012
Taiwanese Government Scholarships For New Zealand Students – 31 March 2012
The Kate Edger Educational Charitable Trust Retraining Award – 31 March 2012
Whakatane Historical Society Scholarship Trust – 31 March 2012
Val Penty Memorial Scholarship – 31 March 2012

April
Fulbright Travel Awards – 1 April 2012
Fulbright-Nga Pae o te Maramatanga Travel Awards in Indigenous Development  – 1 April 2012
NZ Young Farmers Study Scholarship - 1 April 2012
Sasakawa Fellowship Fund for Japanese Language Education Programme - Undergraduate Scholarship – 7 April 2012
Catherine Baxter Scholarship – 10 April 2012
Ngati Kahungunu Iwi Scholarships – 11 April 2012 NEW
Horizons Regional Council Sustainable Land Use Scholarships - Yr1 & Yr2 students - 13 April 2012
Horizons Regional Council Sustainable Land Use Scholarships - Yr3, hons, & P/G/Masters students - 13 April 2012
Massey University (Palmerston North Campus) Undergraduate Students' Arts Bursary- 15 April 2012
Women's Suffrage Undergraduate Bursary- 15 April 2012

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