Fund Details
Ensom Prize
Award Amount
$1,500

Brief Description:

The prize is for an essay on a specified topic relating to constructive policy to promote and preserve international peace and goodwill.

Value/Benefits: Financial assistance at a value of $1,500

Level of Study: Undergraduate and Postgraduate 

Closing Date: 11:59 pm (NZT) 30 September (Applications open approximately 8 weeks before this date)

Tenure: Not applicable

Number Available Annually: One

Applicable Enrolment During Tenure: Applicants must:
a. be current undergraduate or Honours students at the University of Canterbury; or
b. have become eligible to graduate from the University with their first degree not more than 12 months before the closing date for applications for the current round.

Citizenship/Residency Requirements:
Not applicable

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2026 Essay Topic:

In a world marked by regular outbreaks of war and disregard for international humanitarian law and the laws of war, what do you see as the most promising political and legal avenues for the promotion of peace?


(The total length must not exceed 3,000 words)



Contact Information:

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

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          Begin Accepting Applications Date:
          5 Aug 2026
          Deadline Date (NZT Time Zone):
          30 Sep 2026 11:59 PM