Wintec Physiotherapy Scholarship

Background

The Wintec Physiotherapy Scholarships have been established to assist Māori and Pacific ākonga in undertaking full-time study in the Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Wintec. The scholarship is awarded based on academic merit, character, and cultural and community life.

Eligibility

• Applicants must be of Māori or Pacific descent,
• enrolled in the Bachelor of Physiotherapy.

Conditions

Applicants will need to complete the online application form. A selection panel will assess all completed applications. The panel will include the Centre Director for the Centre of Health and Social Practice, Head of Physiotherapy, and a member of the Māori Achievement Unit.

The application must include:

• The completed application form,
  
• a written personal statement, video or voice recording outlining how this scholarship will assist the applicant in furthering their career aspirations (particularly in Māori health); how it will support their personal development and their potential contribution to the community,
• curriculum vitae, and
• your referee's completed online scholarship referee questionnaire. This can be completed by a teacher or principal, a tutor, an employer, or a community/church leader (not a relative).
  

Please note:

• Applicants may apply in either English or Māori.
• Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend an interview.

How to apply

Applications for 2025 have closed.

More information

For more information, please contact scholarships@wintec.ac.nz.

You can view the 2025 regulations below.