Kia ora koutou,
We have been asked to share an exciting scholarship opportunity that may be of interest to members of our Rural Communities Chapter and Students of Rural Health Aotearoa (SoRHA) Chapter.
Farming Women Tair?whiti (FWT) has established four Tertiary Health Scholarships for 2027, valued at $5,000 each, to support students pursuing careers in rural health and wellbeing.
Scholarship Details
- Open to applicants aged 20 years and over
- Applicants must be undertaking undergraduate or postgraduate study and be in their second or subsequent year of study
- Applications open: 14 August 2026
- Applications close: 5:00pm, 16 October 2026
Eligible Areas of Study
The scholarships are available to students studying:
- Nursing
- Nurse Practitioner
- Midwifery
- General Practice (Medicine)
- Physiotherapy
- Psychology
- Counselling
- Pharmacy
- Occupational Therapy
These scholarships are intended to support students who are committed to pursuing careers in these health disciplines and contributing to the health and wellbeing of their communities.
Please find the scholarship flyer attached, which includes a QR code and further information on how to apply.
We encourage you to share this opportunity with any eligible students, colleagues, wh?nau, or community members who may be interested.
Kia pai t? r?,
Ashley
Ashley Darbyshire
Taituar? Kaipakihi | Business Support Officer
Hauora Taiwhenua Rural Health Network | NZMedJobs & NZLocums
Mobile: (+64) 22 016 7684
Email: ashley.darbyshire@htrhn.org.nz
Website: www.htrhn.org.nz
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