Energy Education Trust of New Zealand Doctoral Scholarships 2009/2010 – The University of Auckland
Scholarship Introduction:
This scholarship was established in 2003 and is financed through The Energy Centre at The University of Auckland.
To promote research and academic excellence in the energy sector which will benefit community and business interests by supporting research at The University of Auckland.
Eligibility for Scholarship:
The Scholarships will be awarded to full-time doctoral students undertaking studies at The University of Auckland related to the field of energy. The Scholarships are open to students enrolled or enrolling in the Faculties of Business and Economics, Science or Engineering. The Scholarships are open to both domestic and international students.
How to apply:
Applications for the Scholarship must reach the Scholarships Office no later than 5pm on 1 October in the year preceding the award. The basis of selection will be academic merit, research ability and the applicants’ research interests. As part of their application, applicants are required to submit a comprehensive CV, a statement of their research interests and experience and official transcripts of prior study, if such prior study has not been undertaken at The University of Auckland.
Application form for Scholarship:
http://www.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/fms/default/uoa/for/currentstudents/money/SO%20docs/Var/EnEdu_499_VAR.pdf
Important Dates:
Closing Date:
01/10/2009
01/10/2010
Source:
http://www.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/home/for/current-students/cs-scholarships-and-awards/cs-upcoming-closing-dates?form=details&detailCode=500132
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