University of Auckland Myra and Eric McCormick Scholarship in History 2027
University of Auckland
A one-year doctoral scholarship worth up to NZ$25,000 for a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident researching the history of Aotearoa New Zealand at the University of Auckland. This is study/living-cost assistance, not a full tuition-and-stipend package. Apply by 25 November 2026.
Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland, offers the Myra and Eric McCormick Scholarship in History to support PhD research on the history of Aotearoa New Zealand in its Faculty of Arts and Education. One or more awards may be made for up to one year, with a total value of up to NZ$25,000 paid as a fortnightly stipend. It helps with study and living costs but does not state that tuition is covered. Candidates must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents and enrolled in the relevant Auckland PhD. The official regulations permit full- or part-time enrolment, with payment pro-rated for part-time recipients; awardees may reapply in later years. Selection considers academic merit and the quality and relevance of the proposed research.
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Benefits
One-year scholarship of up to NZ$25,000 total, paid fortnightly to help with study and living costs. Part-time awards are pro-rated; tuition coverage is not stated.
Eligibility summary
New Zealand citizen or New Zealand permanent resident enrolled full-time or part-time in a University of Auckland PhD in the Faculty of Arts and Education, researching the history of Aotearoa New Zealand. Part-time payments are pro-rated.
Requirements
Current qualifying doctoral enrolment and a research project on the history of Aotearoa New Zealand. Selection is based on academic merit and the quality, relevance and nature of the research.
Documents required
Complete the university scholarship application form; consult the official regulations and form for required references, endorsement and supporting records.
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