Auckland Medical Aid Trust Scholarship

Open to applications from candidates who are/will be registered as a PhD candidate at a New Zealand university; funding to support research which aligns with the objectives of AMAT.

Introduction

This scholarship was established in 2004 and is financed by the Auckland Medical Aid Trust to encourage research into social issues concerning being and becoming human.

This Scholarship provides funds for individuals to undertake research towards a doctoral degree at a New Zealand university.

New Zealand is currently debating a number of issues that impact on the field of human reproduction - social, medical and technological.  This Scholarship is designed to further that debate by promoting discussion of the cultural, ethical, legal, and spiritual issues arising from such issues.

The Selection Committee will consider projects that intersect with these debates from a number of disciplines across the arts and humanities including, but not limited to, bioethics, sociology, philosophy, anthropology, Māori studies, education, religion and law.

Eligibility

Applicants will be registered as a candidate or will be in the process of applying for registration as a candidate for a doctoral degree at a New Zealand university.

Scholars will be residing in New Zealand for the duration of their degree.

Value

The scholarship will be for up to $25,000 per annum. 

Tenure

The scholarship will be awarded for one year but may be extended to a maximum of three years, provided that satisfactory progress is maintained.

Co-tenure

The Trust are keen to allocate funds as broadly as possible. Applications are welcome from all eligible candidates, including those who already have funding from a university doctoral scholarship.

Closing Date

 1 October

Applications

1. Applicants should read the Regulations for the scholarship to confirm eligibility. Regulations
2. Applicants should complete the Application Form and submit it to the Scholarships Office of heir university by the closing date.        
3. Applicants must ensure that Referee reports are received by the Scholarships Office by the closing date.

Decision Made

December