Kate Sheppard Chambers Scholarship for Research Relating to Women and the Law at Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand 2023

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About the Scholarship:

Victoria University of Wellington is currently accepting applications for the partially funded Kate Sheppard Chambers Scholarship for Research Relating to Women and the Law for the year 2023. This scholarship aims to encourage students studying or conducting research on topics related to women and the law.

About Victoria University of Wellington:

Victoria University of Wellington, also known as Te Herenga Waka in Maori, is a public institution located in Wellington, New Zealand. Established in 1897, the university offers a wide range of courses and programs, particularly in law, humanities, and various scientific fields.

Benefits:

Scholarship Value: $1,500
Number of Awards: One
Study Level: Masters, Postgraduate
Host Institution: Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible for the Kate Sheppard Chambers Scholarship for Research Relating to Women and the Law at Victoria University of Wellington, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Open to all Te Herenga Waka-Victoria University of Wellington students currently enrolled in an honors or postgraduate law or humanities program who are studying or conducting research on a subject related to women and the law.
Applicants must be studying at the Te Herenga Waka-Victoria University of Wellington in an LLB (Hons) or postgraduate degree program in law or humanities.
Candidates must be enrolled in or conducting research in a subject area linked to women and the law.
Candidates must be citizens or lawful permanent residents of New Zealand.
Applicants with diverse or minority backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Preference may be given to candidates who intend to work in the legal field after completing their education.

Required Documents:

A personal statement describing your background.
A brief explanation of your proposed area of study or research related to women and the law, along with your professional goals and reasons for your interest in the topic.
Academic records for any previous coursework.

Application Procedure:

A complete online application must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on the closing date via this link. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. All required supporting materials, including references, must also be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on the application deadline day.

Deadline:

The application deadline for the Kate Sheppard Chambers Scholarship for Research Relating to Women and the Law at Victoria University of Wellington is 4th August 2023. Applicants are encouraged to apply before the specified deadline.

For further information or inquiries, you can contact the Scholarships and PhD Admissions Office through the following: