FISHERIES NEW ZEALAND SCHOLARSHIPS

To apply for either scholarship you must:

1. Undertake full-time study in New Zealand (with the possibility of some coursework through an Australian university).
2. Let Fisheries New Zealand know if you hold other scholarships (you're encouraged to apply for additional scholarships that cover fees). ​​​​​​​3. Have been eligible to do a Master of Science (MSc) at any New Zealand university.
3. Have a suitable university supervisor and NIWA or Fisheries New Zealand technical advisor.
4. Start studying within 6 months of getting a scholarship.
5. Have completed a minimum of 2 statistics, computer programming, or mathematics course at 200-level.
6. Have planned to take or have completed one statistics, computer programming, or mathematics course, as well as a marine biology course at 300-level.

No Separate Application or Fee is Required to get the scholarship, it will be automatically considered, once you enrolled for the program. For Masters Scholarship There are 2 stages for Masters Applications. In stage 1 you submit an expression of interest. Stage 2 requires a full project proposal. Read the information sheet before you start. http://Masters scholarship information sheet [PDF, 200 KB] Stage 1 Prepare the following information and send to science.officer@mpi.govt.nz

1. A current CV.
2. A cover letter outlining why you are interested in this opportunity.
3. A copy of your academic transcript.
4. A list of courses taken with a 10-word to 50-word description of each. Stage 2 If you are successful in stage 1, we'll invite you to complete part 2 of the application form. You'll need to include a full project proposal. http://Download the Masters scholarship application form – part 2 [PDF, 270 KB] For Undergraduate Scholarship Read the information sheet before you start. Undergraduate scholarship information sheet [PDF, 501 KB] Prepare a cover letter including:
5. A short description of courses taken.
6. Proposed courses for the next year.
7. Your future goals. Send your cover letter and CV to science.officer@mpi.govt.nz Note, that there is no application form for undergraduate scholarships. For further details, please - Click Here

A Selection Committee comprising individuals from Fisheries New Zealand and NIWA will review applications for the scholarships. The decision of the Committee will be final and no discussion will be entered into. In Stage 2 candidates will be assessed upon their academic achievement and other relevant skills and experience. Priority will be given to those candidates with an interest in applied statistics (preferably in combination with marine biology) and a background in mathematics, statistics, or computing. In Stage 2 candidates will be assessed against the following criteria:

1. Academic achievement
2. Choice of papers if taught year funded or papers taken if funding is for thesis year only
3. Suitability of supervisor (university) and co-supervisor (NIWA or Fisheries New Zealand)
4. Feasibility and applicability of proposed research
5. Relevant skills and experience (with an emphasis on quantitative skills) Other Info
6. Science is fundamental to the management of our important marine environment. To keep our marine environment healthy into the future we will need more, and different science to what we have today.
7. With this in mind, we are excited to invite applications for the joint Fisheries New Zealand and National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) Masters scholarships, and Fisheries New Zealand undergraduate scholarships.
8. Head of Fisheries New Zealand Dan Bolger says while we have the challenges of climate change and increasing use of the marine environment ahead of us, we will also have access to far greater volumes of data, and we will be getting it faster.
9. "We are investing in the next generation of fisheries scientists, so our people will be equipped to deal with the changing world and will have the tools to process the increasing volume of information," Mr Bolger says.
10. "The scholarships are also an opportunity to encourage students to research and study in areas such as marine biology and statistics which currently have a shortage of trained graduates.
11. "There is a real shortage of graduates with quantitative skills. New Zealand needs graduates with these skills to conduct research and contribute to the sustainable use of marine resources. These skills are also invaluable for students wishing to pursue a career in related fields.
12. "These scholarships will allow students to further develop their biological expertise, quantitative skills, and programming abilities in either their post-graduate or undergraduate studies.
13. "As part of the Master's scholarship, winners will carry out research with NIWA and/or Fisheries New Zealand scientists as mentors, which will be a fantastic, real-world experience for students," says Mr Bolger.
14. The scholarships are available to master and undergraduate students who are interested in developing strong skills within New Zealand in marine biology and applied statistics, mathematics, or programming.​​​​​​​ The objectives of Fisheries New Zealand/NIWA Graduate Scholarships in Quantitative Fisheries Science are:
15. To attract New Zealand students into quantitative marine science.
16. To promote and encourage excellence in quantitative fisheries research.
17. To encourage master's students to contribute to priority fisheries research areas identified by the New Zealand Government.
18. To provide opportunities for students to carry out research with NIWA and/or Fisheries New Zealand scientists in established and new quantitative fisheries research programs.
19. To train students at the masters level by sharing and using the combined expertise of university academics, Fisheries New Zealand, and practicing NIWA scientists.
20. To facilitate the professional development of master's students through exposure to an applied commercial research environment.