Wintec Physiotherapy Scholarship

Background

The Wintec Physiotherapy Scholarships have been established to assist Māori and Pacific ākonga in undertaking full-time study in the Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Wintec. The scholarship is awarded based on academic merit, character, and cultural and community life.

Eligibility

• Applicants must be of Māori or Pacific descent
• Enrolled in the Bachelor of Physiotherapy.

Conditions

Applicants will need to complete the online application form. A selection panel will assess all completed applications. The panel will include the Centre Director for the Centre of Health and Social Practice, Head of Physiotherapy, and a member of the Māori Achievement Unit.

The application must include:

• The completed application form,
  
• A written personal statement, video or voice recording outlining how this scholarship will assist the applicant in furthering their career aspirations (particularly in Māori health); how it will support their personal development and their potential contribution to the community
• Curriculum vitae
• Your referee's completed scholarship referee questionnaire. This can be completed by a teacher or principal, a tutor, an employer, or a community/church leader (not a relative).
  If you choose a Wintec tutor as your referee, you must also provide an additional external reference, such as an employer, community or church leader, sports coach, etc.
  

Please note:

• Applicants may apply in either English or Māori.
• Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend an interview.

How to apply

To apply, please complete the online application.

Please ensure your referee completes the online scholarship referee questionnaire.

More information

For more information, please contact scholarships@wintec.ac.nz.

You can view the 2026 regulations below.