Location: New Zealand
Program: Undergraduate & Postgraduate
Eligibility: International Students
Duration: 1 year
Deadline: April 1, 2026
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The Energy Education Trust Undergraduate & Honours Scholarship is a NZ$5,000 annual scholarship established in 2008 and funded by the Energy Education Trust of New Zealand, awarded to support full-time students undertaking Stage III/Part III or Part IV undergraduate, undergraduate Honours, or postgraduate Honours studies in science, economics, engineering, or related fields with a specific focus on the energy needs of New Zealand. A total of 10 scholarships are offered annually across six participating New Zealand universities, with the University of Auckland being one of the participating institutions, and the award is intended to assist recipients with course-related expenses during one year of study.
The University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau, is New Zealand’s leading research university and is consistently ranked among the top 100 universities in the world, offering outstanding programmes across engineering, science, economics, and related disciplines through its Faculties of Engineering and Design, Science, and Business. As a key partner in New Zealand’s energy education landscape, the university plays a vital role in cultivating the next generation of professionals equipped to address the country’s energy challenges from renewable energy transitions and grid modernisation to energy policy and resource management. Through its participation in the Energy Education Trust Scholarship programme, the university and the Trust together invest in the future of New Zealand’s energy sector by supporting the brightest emerging talents in the field.
Benefits of the Scholarship
This scholarship will provide the following to its recipients:
- NZ$5,000 award to assist with course-related expenses for one year of study
- 10 scholarships offered annually across six participating New Zealand universities
- Open to students in Stage III/Part III or Part IV undergraduate, undergraduate Honours, and postgraduate Honours programmes
- Supports full-time study in science, economics, engineering, or related fields with relevance to New Zealand’s energy needs
- Other benefits
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following:
- Must be enrolled full-time in Stage III/Part III or Part IV of an undergraduate degree, an undergraduate Honours degree, or a postgraduate Honours degree at the University of Auckland
- Programme must be in science, economics, engineering, or a related field with a specific focus on or relevance to the energy needs of New Zealand (refer to official Regulation 3 for the full list of eligible fields)
- Must apply online through the University of Auckland’s scholarship portal by the closing date of April 1, 2026 (midnight); all sections of the application form, including any references or endorsements, must be completed by the deadline
- Must read the official scholarship regulations carefully before applying to confirm full eligibility
- The scholarship is offered annually with a single application round per year
Note: Kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements
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Selection Criteria
The Energy Education Trust Undergraduate & Honours Scholarship is awarded through a competitive selection process conducted by a committee that reviews all eligible applications submitted by the April 1, 2026 deadline, assessing candidates based on their academic merit and achievement in their chosen programme, the relevance of their field of study to the energy needs of New Zealand, and their demonstrated interest in and commitment to contributing to New Zealand’s energy sector; with 10 scholarships distributed across six participating universities, competition is strong and applicants are encouraged to submit comprehensive applications and check the form early to ensure all required references or endorsements are arranged in advance of the closing date.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application.
