NZ Pork Industry Postgraduate Scholarship

For a student undertaking postgraduate research with a thesis topic in an area relating to pigs.

Scholarship overview

Status: Closed

Key facts

Value: $4,000
Duration: One year's duration
Number available: One award
Type of study: Full-time, Part-time, Postgraduate, PhD or doctorate, Research

Application dates

Applications open: 10 December 2024
Closing date: 10 March 2025

Restrictions

Eligibility restrictions: High achievement.

The New Zealand Pork Industry Board established this scholarship in appreciation of the academic training and research work undertaken at Massey University and the Monogastric Research Centre.

Who we're looking for

We're looking for a postgraduate student researching and area related to pigs. You will have a desire to pursue a career in agriculture.

What you'll be studying

This is a postgraduate scholarship. You will be completing research under a master's degree or a PhD.

Eligibility criteria

You must:

  • be studying a specific subject
  • be able to demonstrate a passion for this area as outlined in this award's regulations

Application checklist

Include the following with your application:

  • your academic transcripts for any tertiary study completed outside of Massey University
  • a statement on how receiving this scholarship would be of benefit to you, and how you believe you meet the intentions of this award. This should include your current research and your future career intentions
  • a copy of your Massey University transcripts/current enrolment. You can download your Study History Report from the Student Portal, under ‘Results and Exams’.

Selection considerations

When choosing our recipients, we will consider your academic achievements. We will also consider your future career plans.