Brief Description:

The scholarship supports female students enrolled in the second year of an undergraduate programme for a Bachelor's degree majoring in Economics at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury.

Value/Benefits: $2,500 per annum.

Level of Study: Undergraduate

Closing Date: 11.59 pm (NZT) 31 March (Applications open approximately 8 weeks before this date)

Tenure: Two years

Number Available Annually: One

Applicable Enrolment During Tenure: Full-time enrolment in a Bachelor's degree, majoring in Economics (this includes those studying a BA majoring in PPE (Philosophy, Politics and Economics))

Citizenship/Residency Requirements: Applicants must identify as female and be citizens of New Zealand or holders of New Zealand residence class visas.

For more information please read the regulations, click here.

Additional Information:

The New Zealand Institute of Economic Research (NZIER) is an independent, not-for-profit economic consultancy established in 1958. Through its Public Good programme, NZIER encourages debate on economic issues that affect New Zealand and works to strengthen the economics profession, including by supporting greater diversity. The NZIER Women in Economics Scholarship aims to encourage more women to study and pursue a career in economics.

Contact Information:

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

Search Filters:

Level of Study

Undergraduate

Faculty/School

Business

Domestic/International Students

Domestic

Award Type

Scholarship

Begin Accepting Applications Date:

3 Feb 2026

Deadline Date (NZT Time Zone):

31 Mar 2026 11:59 PM