Scholarships and awards

This scholarship was established under the terms of the will of Helen E. Akers. It is funded from her shares in farming company, Maraekowhai Developing Company.

This is a postgraduate scholarship. You will want to or be studying a postgraduate degree or diploma with a focus on agriculture or horticulture. You courses will have these prefixes: 111, 112, 117, 119, 138, 171, 188, 189 or 239.

When choosing our recipients, we will consider your academic achievements. We may also consider other scholarships or bursaries you hold.

Eligibility

You must:

• be studying full-time
• be studying in specific subject areas.

Application checklist

Please include the following with your application:

• a research outline
• your CV
• a budget outlining your annual expenses and any predicted earnings, including any awards and scholarships held to date

View the regulations for more details