Massey Aotearoa fibre innovation research master’s scholarship 2027
Massey University
One research master’s scholarship in fibre innovation at Massey University, New Zealand: NZD 15,000 stipend plus domestic tuition fees for the 12-month research component. Applications close 10 November 2026.
Massey’s Te Whiri Whītau creative-arts research cluster seeks one full-time Master of Design or Master of Fine Arts researcher for a project on Aotearoa-based fibres, regenerative materials, natural dyes, textile techniques or related storytelling. The successful student will work with a supervisory team and participate in cluster research activities. The research is Indigenous-led and place-based; applicants do not have to be Indigenous but should explain how they will engage respectfully with that approach.
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Benefits
NZD 15,000 stipend and full domestic tuition fees for the research component of the master’s programme for 12 months. One award. Other fees and living costs are not stated as covered; international tuition above the domestic rate is not promised.
Eligibility summary
Normally completed, or in the final year of, a Bachelor of Design with Honours, Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours or equivalent. Strong academic record and research potential are expected. Relevant experience in textiles, fibres, biomaterials, sustainable design or related fields is preferred. The page does not state a nationality restriction, but funding covers domestic-rate tuition only; international applicants should confirm any fee difference with Massey.
Requirements
Contact the creative-arts postgraduate team about the Te Whiri Whītau scholarship and submit an approach-focused project proposal. The official page gives scholarship enquiries to Creative.postgrad@massey.ac.nz and an Apply contact at P.James.1@massey.ac.nz.
Documents required
Project proposal focused on approach, CV, and transcripts and portfolio if not currently studying at Massey.
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How to submit applications
Official Massey scholarship page verified 19 October 2026 and shows Open. Closing date 10 November 2026, exact cutoff time unstated. Tuition coverage is at the domestic rate for the research component only; clarify any international fee gap before applying.
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