The Todd Foundation Scholarship in Energy Research, New Zealand

August 20, 2010

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The Todd Foundation Scholarship in Energy Research, New Zealand

The Todd Foundation Scholarship in Energy Research recognises the work of Sir Bryan Todd. Sir Bryan, who played a major role in the creation of the Todd Foundation, was responsible for the development of the New Zealand oil and gas industry.

The funds for the scholarship are provided by the income from a substantial gift by The Todd Corporation Ltd to The Todd Foundation and reflect the Todd Corporation’s continuing association with Energy enterprise.

Purpose :
The purpose of The Todd Foundation Scholarship in Energy Research is to undertake research in the field of Energy, towards a doctoral degree at a New Zealand university or approved research institution in New Zealand, which may have wide relevance including value to New Zealand.

Conditions of Eligibility:
Applicants must be New Zealand citizens, or hold New Zealand Permanent Residency. Applicants must hold an appropriate bachelors degree with first or second class honours, or masters degree, and have already demonstrated a capacity for research.

Those currently in their final year of study for such a tertiary qualification are eligible to apply for the scholarship, but any award made would be conditional upon the successful completion of that tertiary qualification.

Tenure and Number:
The scholarship is available for up to three years.

Payments will be made six-monthly and are dependent on a positive and satisfactory report on progress from the institution at which they are studying.

Value:
The value of the scholarship shall be $25,000 per annum, to include tuition fees. In addition, an amount of $3,000 will be available during the term of the scholarship for attendance at an appropriate conference.

Application :
Every person who wishes to be considered for The Todd Foundation Scholarship in Energy Research shall complete the prescribed application form that can be obtained from the NZVCC or any university. This, together with accompanying documents, should then be sent to the Scholarships Manager of the NZVCC by 1 September in the year before taking up the scholarship.

Each application shall be accompanied by:
(a)Signed NZVCC Privacy form;
(b)Certified copy of birth certificate and proof of New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency;
(c)Certified copy of the candidate’s academic record;
(d)A statement, preferably typed, of the candidate’s proposed project or programme and indicating the university or other approved research institution at which the programme of study is to be undertaken;
(e)The names and addresses of two confidential referees (who have been asked to report directly to the NZVCC by 1 September);
(f)A full, itemised budget to support the programme of study;
(g)Such other information as seems pertinent to the application or which may from time to time be required by the Scholarship Board.

Research proposals and arrangements will often be still in development and so details included in the initial application may be tentative. In view of the significance of the research project to the criteria for the scholarship, candidates may wish to alter or add to their research proposal. Any such additional or amended information should be sent to the NZVCC office for subsequent approval by the Scholarship Board.

Selection and Criteria :
The Scholarship Board will invite short-listed candidates for an interview in October or November of each year. All reasonable travel expenses within New Zealand will be met by The Todd Foundation.

In considering the award, the Scholarship Board shall take into account:

“exceptional academic strength and strong enthusiasm for the intended area of research;
“support for the research: internal university support, including supervision and resources; external support for the provision of necessary resources.

Application Deadline: 01/09/2010

Further scholarship details:

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