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Barbara Finlayson Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2026

Awarded by Victoria University of Wellington

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

BachelorsMastersPhD

Funding Type

Partial Funding · up to NZD 15,000

Eligible Courses

Music

Eligible Nationalities

Open to all nationals

Can Be Taken At

New Zealand School of Music

Provider

Victoria University of Wellington

Last Verified On

15 Oct 2026 by WeMakeScholars Scholarship Team

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Overview

The scholarship is awarded annually to a New Zealand School of Music (NZSM) violin, viola, and violoncello student who is a returning student. NZSM string staff may also apply. A particular purpose of the scholarship is to fund postgraduate study, travel, accommodation, and other expenses incurred in pursuing such study, both within and outside New Zealand.

Eligibility for the Barbara Finlayson Scholarship:

Applicants must:

  • Be current students at the New Zealand School of Music
  • Be studying violin, viola, or violoncello
  • Be enrolled at any level at NZSM
  • Be a returning student.

Documents Required:

  • A personal statement detailing the motivations for seeking the scholarship
  • A study plan and a detailed budget outlining expenses
  • An academic reference.

Value of the Scholarship:

Successful applicants of the Barbara Finlayson Music Scholarship will receive an award of $15,000.

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Documents Needed

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  • Admission / Offer Letter (For select scholarships)

  • Statement of Purpose (If applicable)

  • Language Test Scores (If applicable)

  • Recommendation Letters (If applicable)

  • Other Supporting Documents (As specified by the scholarship provider)

Note: The exact document requirements vary by scholarship. Always refer to the official application guidelines

FAQs

  • Yes, you can secure an education loan to study abroad at Victoria University of Wellington. Education loans are of two types — Collateral and non-collateral. Collateral includes either: Immovable property – a house or a flat or land (or) liquid security – an FD, or LIC or shares or bonds. Agricultural lands are not accepted by any bank for education loan.

    Public banks like SBI, BOB offer these types of education loans. There are many NBFCs who offer Non-collateral education loans. Apply for the best education loan to study abroad.
  • The deadline of Barbara Finlayson Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2026 is 15 Nov, 2026.
  • Barbara Finlayson Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2026 is offered to Bachelors, Masters, PhD degree.
  • Barbara Finlayson Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2026 is offered for Music.
  • Barbara Finlayson Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2026 is open for: Open to all nationals.
  • Barbara Finlayson Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2026 is offered by Victoria University of Wellington.
  • Barbara Finlayson Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2026 covers Partial Funding, up to NZD 15,000.