2025 Victoria University of Wellington Protect our Islands Pasifika Scholarship

The Protect our Islands The Pasifika Scholarship is offered by Pacific Biosecurity Limited to increase the number of Pasifika students advancing from an undergraduate degree through to postgraduate studies in the life sciences.

Pacific Biosecurity Limited is a not-for-profit company formed by former student Monica Gruber. The company undertakes environmental consultancy work in the Pacific region, with an emphasis on supporting the protection of people, cultures, environments, and economies of Pacific Island countries and territories from the threat of invasive species.

Summary

1. Application Deadline: 30 June 2025
2. Country to Study: New Zealand
3. School to Study: Victoria University of Wellington
4. Study Level: Masters
5. Sponsor: Victoria University of Wellington
6. Eligible Gender: Men and Women

Eligibility Criteria for 2025 Victoria University of Wellington Protect our Islands Pasifika Scholarship

Applicants must be:

1. Of Pacific descent
2. Enrolled in their final year of undergraduate studies at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington
3. Intending to enrol in a postgraduate programme (full or part time) at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington in ecology, marine ecology, marine biology or environmental studies
4. Holding a GPA of 6.5 or above
5. Experiencing some form of disadvantage or financial hardship.

Applicants do not have to be studying towards a science undergraduate degree but must meet the entry requirements for their chosen course of postgraduate study.

Benefits of 2025 Victoria University of Wellington Protect our Islands Pasifika Scholarship

1. Value: $5,000 - $10,000, depending on the funds available and the number of applicants.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Victoria University of Wellington on wellingtonscholarships.communityforce.com to apply

A completed online application must be submitted by 4.30 pm on the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Any required supporting documentation (including references) must also be received by 4.30 pm on the closing date in order for the application to be considered.

Applications will normally open one month prior to the closing date. If no application link is provided below, check back again closer to the closing date. Contact us if you have any queries.

For more details, visit Victoria University of Wellington Scholarship webpage

Application Deadline

June 30, 2025

Application Link(s)

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