Brief Description:

The Department of Mechanical Engineering is pleased to offer the Crispin Hales Awhi Pūtea |Financial Need Grant to provide manaakitanga | support to our ākonga | students who are experiencing financial difficulties. The department offers this as a way of protecting the mana of Mechanical Engineering ākonga | students who are experiencing challenges that are impacting their ability to fully concentrate on their academic success. This grant aims to lighten the financial burden on ākonga | students, allowing them to focus on their academic and personal growth.

Value/Benefits: Up to $1,000

Level of Study: Undergraduate or Postgraduate

Number Available Annually: As funds permit

Applicable Enrolment: Full- or part-time enrolment in a programme of study in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Canterbury.

Citizenship/Residency Requirements: Applicants must be citizens of Aotearoa New Zealand or holders of Aotearoa New Zealand residence class visas.

For more information please read the regulations, click here.

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Application Information:

3.1 Applications must be made to the Mechanical Engineering Pastoral Care Office via mechanicalengineering@canterbury.ac.nz Attn: Pastoral Care Office.

What you need:

Your current study status and participation
The nature of your financial hardship
How it’s affecting your ability to study
The amount you’re requesting
Supporting documents such as quotes, invoices, statements.

You’ll also be asked about:

Who from University of Canterbury you’ve spoken to
Whether you need wellbeing or academic support
Other financial supports you’ve explored

Contact Information:

For questions about this application, please contact Scholarships Office at scholarships@canterbury.ac.nz

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