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If you would like to find out more about Unitec scholarships tailored to you and your situation, please fill in the expression of interest (EOI) form below or contact our Scholarships Advisor directly.
We are busy setting up 2022 scholarships now and will send relevant updates directly to everyone who has submitted an EOI form.
Background
Māori and Pasifika Trades Training (MPTT) involves polytechnics, industry training organisations, support organisations, and industry all working together to stand behind you, to support you and connect you right into the heart of building, construction and infrastructure trades jobs. The Government is making your journey a little easier with free full tuition training to those that qualify.
These scholarships cover the tuition fees for various trades programmes, as well as helping you progress towards an apprenticeship and into a job.
Selection criteria
- Be of Māori or Pacific descent
- Be aged 16 - 40 at the time of course start date
- Be enrolled in an eligible programme at Unitec
- Complete work-ready workshops during the course (MPTT scholarship only)
- Demonstrate a desire to succeed in the trades industry
- Be committed to completing the programme
If there are more applicants than places available, those with a good academic record or with relevant work experience will be given preference for selection.
Eligible trades programmes
- New Zealand Certificate in Plumbing, Gasfitting and Drainlaying (Level 3)
- New Zealand Certificate Automotive Engineering (Level 3)
- New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Pre-Trade (Level 3)
- New Zealand Certificate Mechanical Engineering (Level 3)
- New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills – Carpentry pathway (Level 3)
How to apply
Step 1
To apply for an MPTT scholarship, you need to be enrolled in an eligible programme first.
Apply for an eligible programme »
Step 2
Once enrolled in an eligible programme, complete the scholarship application form and attend an interview.
Approximately 100+ scholarships are provided annually. 2022 scholarship's offering is subject to TEC funding.
Application details
Please read the Masters Scholarship Guidelines for full details.
The scholarship is open to both Domestic and International students
Application Details
Please read the Masters Scholarship Guidelines for full details.
The scholarship is open to both Domestic and International students
Application details
Please read the Masters Scholarship Guidelines for full details.
Applications close Friday 22 July
Open and Close Dates
Open 8th April 2022 | Closes 23rd May 2022
Eligibility for Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Scholarships
Please read the Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Scholarship Regulations for more information.
Selection Bases
The Selection Committee will review all eligible applications and make award recommendations based on a combination of:
- responses to the scholarship questions;
- Unitec priority group goals – namely to achieve parity for Māori, Pacific and Under 25 students, and enhance the success of Disabled and Neurodiverse learners, sole parents, and ākonga with carers responsibilities; and
- Preference is given to students enrolling in Engineering, Construction, Sciences and/or Health, Digital Technology and/or Multi-Media, Professional Services and Teaching programmes
NERF Scholarships & Grants
The Foundation have multiple scholarships and grants currently open. To see a full range of the scholarships and grants offered click here. Eligibility information for the Foundation's 2022 scholarships and grants is listed in this document.
Details of the scholarship that Unitec students are encouraged to apply for are below.
Undergraduate Study Scholarship
Closing date: 30th June - 4:00pm.
Scholarship value: Up to $2,000.
How to apply
Click here to apply online.
Important to-dos
- Make sure you use the latest version of the application form! Applications on outdated forms will not be considered.
- Read Zoë Tipa's guest editorial in Kai Tiaki Nursing Research The significance of kaupapa Māori research methodology (PDF, 419KB) for information that may be useful to you when considering applying for scholarships and grants.
Eligibility
You must be a:
- Bachelor of Nursing student who has successfully completed year two of your programme;
- Current NZNO financial member with priority given to those who have not received a grant in the previous two years. Know someone who would like to apply but isn’t a current member? Contact our membership team on 0800 28 38 48 option 2, email membership@nzno.org.nz or click here to fill the form out online.
Selection
Applicants must demonstrate:
- academic achievement
- contribution to Nursing (for example support offered to fellow students, going the extra mile for patients)
- contribution to the community (for example invovlement in activities outside of nursing - may include family commitments, volunteerism, cultural commitments)
- inclusion of up to two referees who will write a letter of support for the applicant and be available for contact via phone.
Have any questions?
Email grants@nzno.org.nz with any specific questions you may have.
Open and Close dates
Open 31st May | Close 7th July
Eligibility Criteria for NZCBIA Scholarship (in partnership with Kohler)
To be eligible for the Scholarship, an applicant must meet all of the following criteria:
- Be currently enrolled fulltime (minimum of 60 credits) in their first or second year in one of the below programmes:
Be as a first year student in:
- NZ Diploma in Interior Design (Residential); or
- NZ Diploma in Interior Design (Commercial); or
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Civil); or
- New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Electrical); or
- New Zealand Diploma in Surveying; or
- New Zealand Diploma in Architecture Technology; or
- New Zealand Diploma in Construction; or
- Master of Landscape Architecture; or
- Master of Architecture (Professional)
OR
Be a first or second year student in:
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Civil); or
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Electrical); or
- Bachelor of Construction (Construction Management); or
- Bachelor of Construction (Construction Economics); or
- Bachelor of Construction (Property Development); or
- Bachelor of Applied Technology – Electrotechnology; or
- Bachelor of Architecture Studies; or
- Bachelor of Landscape Architecture
AND
- Completed at least one semester (60 credits) in one of the above programmes.
- Achieved an average grade of B- or above for their previous semester’s study.
- Be intending to pursue a career in the building industry, as demonstrated in the Scholarship Application.
As part of the scholarship application an academic referee’s contact details are required.
Please read the 2022 NZCBIA Excellence Scholarship Regulations for full details
Selection bases
Preference will be given to:
- Academic merit; as demonstrated in their previous semester(s) study.
- Learners that have a motivation to pursue a career in the building industry, as demonstrated in the Scholarship application.
- Personal achievements, showing extra-curricular excellence such as community activities and otherwise, as demonstrated in the scholarship application.
Application Details
Please have the following information ready before you start the application as you cannot save and return to it:
Short Answers (approx 150 words) to the following questions:
- Why are you interested in your programme of study? What motivates you to succeed in your studies?
- What are your future career aspirations? How do you plan on becoming a leader within your industry?
- Please list any extracurricular activities you're currently involved in or any other personal achievements you would like to highlight to the selection committee.
- How will this Scholarship help support you in your studies?
Find out more about New Zealand Chinese Building Industry Association.
Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB) is a global independent construction, property and management consultancy, with a team of 500 people across Australia and New Zealand. Please visit www.rlb.com for further information about Rider Levett Bucknall.
Second and third year BCONS (Construction Economics) and second year NZDC (Quantity Surveying) students are encouraged to apply.
Open and Close Dates
Open 3rd June 2022 | Closes 17th June 2022
Scholarship Regulations and Application Form
Eligibility
Applicants must be:
- New Zealand citizens
- Studying at Unitec Institute of Technology | Te Pūkenga Auckland campus
- In their second or third year (or fourth year if studying part-time) of the BCons (Property Economics) OR in their second year of the NZDC (Quantity Surveying)
Selection Criteria
The basis of selection will be for students with:
- Academic success as demonstrated in course results to date (please provide copies with application)
- Leadership qualities and/or commitment to the community or sporting activities
- Openness and willingness to learn
- Ability to learn from their experiences
- A high level of determination
- A strong interest in estimating software and control management systems
