The Wellington Graduate Award 2027 is a postgraduate scholarship offered by Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington to support students commencing an eligible Master’s by coursework programme. The award recognises academic excellence and helps reduce the cost of postgraduate study by providing a NZD 5,000 scholarship towards study expenses. The scholarship is open to both domestic and international students beginning eligible full-time postgraduate study.
About the Wellington Graduate Award
The Wellington Graduate Award encourages academically capable graduates to continue their education through postgraduate coursework at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington. It is designed for students entering an eligible Master’s by coursework programme and supports their transition into advanced study.
The scholarship is available across a wide range of academic disciplines offered by the University. Selection is based primarily on academic merit, with successful applicants demonstrating strong academic performance and the potential to succeed in postgraduate education. The award assists students with study-related expenses while they benefit from the University’s research-informed teaching environment and postgraduate support services.
Why Choose The Wellington Graduate Award?
This scholarship provides financial assistance while you complete a postgraduate coursework master’s degree at one of New Zealand’s leading research universities.
You benefit from:
- NZD 5,000 scholarship funding
- Recognition of academic excellence
- Reduced study expenses
- Access to high-quality postgraduate teaching
- Opportunities for professional and academic development
- Study at a globally recognised university
- Strong preparation for professional careers and further postgraduate study
Graduates pursue careers in:
- Business
- Education
- Engineering
- Health
- Information Technology
- Law
- Public Policy
- Science
- Arts and Humanities
- Government and Industry
Wellington Graduate Award Summary
- Host Country: New Zealand
- Host University: Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington
- Scholarship Name: Wellington Graduate Award
- Study Level: Master’s (Coursework)
- Scholarship Type: Partially Funded
- Study Mode: Full-Time
- Scholarship Value: NZD 5,000
- Eligible Applicants: Domestic and International Students
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Deadline: 1 November
- Selection Basis: Academic merit
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship provides:
- NZD 5,000 to assist with postgraduate study expenses
- Recognition of academic achievement
- Financial support during the first year of eligible master’s study
- Access to Victoria University’s postgraduate learning environment and support services
The award is intended to help offset the costs associated with postgraduate coursework study.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be intending to enrol in an eligible Master’s by coursework programme at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.
- Meet the University’s admission requirements.
- Demonstrate strong academic achievement.
- Enrol as a full-time student in the approved programme.
The award is open to graduates from any university who are beginning eligible postgraduate coursework study at Victoria University of Wellington.
Required Documents
Applicants are generally required to submit:
- Online scholarship application
- Academic transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae (CV), if requested
- Personal statement or supporting information, where applicable
- Any additional documents required by the University
Applicants should follow the document requirements listed in the online scholarship application.
Application Process & Timeline
Follow these steps:
- Apply for admission to an eligible Master’s by coursework programme.
- Prepare the required supporting documents.
- Complete the online Wellington Graduate Award application.
- Submit all required documents before the application deadline.
- Await the scholarship decision from the University.
