A K Elliot Memorial Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2025-26

A K Elliot Memorial Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 

This scholarship arises from a bequest under the Will of Miss Agnes King Elliot, former President of the New Zealand Library Association, who died in 1982.  The purpose of this scholarship is to help students conduct research in the field of librarianship.

Eligibility Criteria: The scholarship is open to applicants who, in the year of tenure will be enrolled as Master's or PhD students at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, undertaking a research degree in Information Studies, and intend to pursue a research topic in the field of Librarianship in New Zealand.

Selection Criteria: 

1. Applicants must intend to enrol in a Master’s by Research or PhD in Information Studies at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, with preference given to those specialising in Library Science (LIBR) or Archives and Records Management (ARCR), and pursuing a research topic in the field of Librarianship in New Zealand.
2. In making the award, the panel may consider academic and professional performance in Librarianship, along with other factors they judge important for library work in New Zealand.

Application Process: A completed online application must be submitted by 4.30 pm on the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Any required supporting documentation (including references) must also be received by 4.30 pm on the closing date in order for the application to be considered.

Award: Approximately NZD 5,000 (subject to funds available).

Deadline: 1st November 2025.

Note: 

1. Recipients must write a letter of thanks to the donor of this scholarship.
2. The Scholarship cannot be deferred to a later year.
3. The Scholarship may be held in conjunction with other awards.