Each year the Asia New Zealand Foundation awards undergraduate scholarships to young New Zealanders to study at the National University of Singapore (NUS). NUS is internationally recognised as one of the finest universities in the Asia-Pacific region. In 2008, it was rated 30th in a global ranking of universities by The Times of London. The Singapore Scholarship Programme is a unique opportunity for New Zealanders to further their studies in a world-class university — all expenses paid.

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Overview

The Singapore Scholarships were set up in 1998 to strengthen New Zealand's relations with Singapore. The students we select have strong academic records and the potential to be leaders in their chosen fields. As they graduate and move into important positions in New Zealand companies, they will bring networks, in-depth knowledge of the region and cross-cultural understanding with them.

The scholarships are available for the term of the undergraduate degree (up to four years) in the Faculty of Business Administration, Science, Computing or Engineering. The Scholarship is available for students of all courses of study except medicine and law. Successful applicants will receive free tuition, accommodation, living expenses and one return airfare between New Zealand and Singapore each year.

NUS is a comprehensive university offering a broad-based curriculum. Enrolling more than 24,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students, the university's 13 faculties and numerous research institutes actively promote innovation and entrepreneurship. NUS boasts a high-tech campus, state-of-the-art research facilities, strong links to industry and international academic partners, and academic standards at the level of the world's best universities. NUS is a highly selective institution. Students receiving Singapore Scholarships must still apply for entrance to the university.

For more information about the scholarships, NUS or Singapore, take a look at our FAQ page. 

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Eligibility

Applicants must:

• be current Year 13 students and be entered in senior school examinations (e.g. NCEA Level 3, Cambridge exams, International Baccalaureate etc)
• be New Zealand citizens or have New Zealand permanent resident status
• have completed their five years of secondary schooling in New Zealand
  

Selection

Interest in the scholarships is always high and we are looking for the top two or three percent of senior high school students. Students should have a record of extra-curricular, community, sporting or cultural achievement. Shortlisted students will be interviewed. In selecting successful scholars, our panel looks for young people with leadership potential who will contribute significantly to New Zealand society and further its interests internationally.
Interviews will be held at a time and place to be confirmed each year. No scholarship will be awarded to anyone who has not attended a personal interview with the panel.

Details of the selected candidate would be forwarded to NUS for final approval prior to awarding the scholarship. Successful applicants will be required to apply for admission to NUS after selection. NUS reserves the right of admission.

Applications

Deadline for applications is Friday 7 November 2008.

Download the application form (PDF).

If you would like a copy of the application form in Word format or if you need further information, please contact:

Melanie Crawford
Young leaders Network Coordinator
Telephone: + 64 4 470 8709
Email: mcrawford@asianz.org.nz

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