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UC Online Scholarships
06 December 2024
Discover a range of online scholarship opportunities designed to support your professional development journey. Whether you're upskilling or advancing your career, our scholarships for online learners are here to help you succeed.
HOW TO APPLY
Scholarships for online learners — whoever you are, wherever you're based
Each year we offer a range of Tuihono UC | UC Online scholarships to help future and current learners like you find your future.
Some scholarships are designed to support financial need, while others recognise academic achievement or encourage diversity and inclusion by helping first-in-family, rural or Māori and Pacific learners.
We know every learner's journey is different, which is why we encourage everyone to apply, even if you're not sure you fit the mould. Once you’re studying, you won’t be doing it alone. Our online Learner Support Team is here to support you every step of the way.
Find your online scholarship
View our scholarships for online learners, check your eligibility, and get ready to apply.
Details: The scholarship aims to help ākonga struggling to remain within their chosen field of study to successfully continue their university studies to completion. Applicants must be enrolled in a full degree, diploma or certificate programme of study with Tuihono UC | UC Online and be citizens of Aotearoa New Zealand or holders of Aotearoa New Zealand residence class visas who are residing in Aotearoa New Zealand at the time of study.
Value: The scholarship provides financial assistance at a value of 100% of tuition fees, along with, if funds permit, a stipend to help support living and study costs. Full details of the value of the award will be laid out in the offer of the scholarship.
Closing date: 27 June 2025
Details: To support opportunities for those in part- or full-time work to study with Tuihono UC | UC Online for professional upskilling and progression with employer-assistance. Applicants must be in employment and being supported by their employer to enrol in a short course, micro-credential, or full degree, diploma or certificate programme through Tuihono UC | UC Online. Applicants must be citizens of Aotearoa New Zealand or holders of Aotearoa New Zealand residence class visas who are residing in Aotearoa New Zealand at the time of study.
Value: The scholarship provides financial assistance at a value of 50% of tuition fees, with the recipient’s employer paying the remaining 50% of fees.
Closing date: 27 June 2025
For more information please contact partnerships@uconline.ac.nz
Details: The scholarship aims to help make university, and study through Tuihono UC | UC Online, accessible to all, regardless of background. Applicants must be intending to enrol in a short course, micro-credential, or a full degree, diploma or certificate programme through Tuihono UC | UC Online; be the first in their immediate family to study at a university; and be citizens of Aotearoa New Zealand or holders of Aotearoa New Zealand residence class visas, residing in Aotearoa New Zealand at the time of study.
Value: The scholarship provides financial assistance at a value of up to 75% of the cost of tuition fees.
Closing date: 27 June 2025
Details: This scholarship aims to help address the underrepresentation of women in the technology sector in New Zealand, particularly in senior roles, by supporting women enrolling in approved Tech programmes delivered through Tuihono UC | UC Online. Applicants must identify as female and be citizens of Aotearoa New Zealand or holders of Aotearoa New Zealand residence class visas who are residing in Aotearoa New Zealand at the time of study.
Value: The scholarship provides financial assistance at a value of up to 75% of tuition fees.
Closing date: 27 June 2025
Details: The scholarship aims to to help ākonga Māori to successfully study and thrive in university study. Applicants must be intending to enrol in a short course, micro-credential, certificate, or full programme with Tuihono UC | UC Online. Applicants must whakapapa Māori; be entering tertiary study for the first time or are returning to study after several years; and be citizens of Aotearoa New Zealand or holders of Aotearoa New Zealand residence class visas, residing in Aotearoa New Zealand at the time of study.
Value: The scholarship provides financial assistance at a value of up to 50% of the cost of tuition fees, plus, if funds permit, a stipend.
Closing date: 27 June 2025
Details: The scholarship aims to to help Pacific students to successfully study and thrive in university study. Applicants must be intending to enrol in a short course, micro-credential, certificate, or full programme with Tuihono UC | UC Online. Applicants must be Pacific (see the UC definition in Glossary of Terms); be entering tertiary study for the first time or are returning to study after several years; and be citizens of Aotearoa New Zealand or holders of Aotearoa New Zealand residence class visas, residing in Aotearoa New Zealand at the time of study.
Value: The scholarship provides financial assistance at a value of up to 50% of the cost of tuition fees, plus, if funds permit, a stipend.
Closing date: 27 June 2025
Details: The scholarship aims to ensure online learning is accessible to everyone, regardless of location. Applicants must be intending to enrol in a short course, micro-credential, or full degree, diploma or certificate programme through Tuihono UC | UC Online. Applicants must reside outside of medium, large or major urban areas (see Regulations for details); and be citizens of Aotearoa New Zealand or holders of Aotearoa New Zealand residence class visas who are residing in Aotearoa New Zealand at the time of study.
Value: The scholarship provides financial assistance at a value of up to 75% of the cost of tuition fees.
Closing date: 27 June 2025
FAQ
Check out our frequently asked questions before contacting our Learner Support Team for help.
Each scholarship will have a link to an application form for you to complete and will have an open and close date. We aim to ask questions that will enable you to best share how you are a great fit for the scholarship. Please read over the information at the top of the application form and use this as a guide for the information you provide – make sure you complete each question. Once applications close, the selection committee will review all applications and access against a set criteria and rubric to ensure they are being fair in their decision making.
Every single learner is valid and important and we encourage you to take a chance and apply for a scholarship. If you would like to kōrero about what you could apply for, or what information you could consider including in an application, please reach out to our Kaitohutohu Ākonga | Learner Advisors (support@uconline.ac.nz).
Yes! You’re welcome to apply for multiple scholarships for online learners. Just make sure you submit a separate application for each online scholarship using the unique link provided for that specific scholarship nz.
Each scholarship for online learners has its own criteria, based on things like financial need, academic achievement, or personal background. Make sure you check the specific eligibility requirements listed for each scholarship nz.
Not sure if you meet the criteria? Apply anyway! We welcome applications from all kinds of online learners and encourage you to put yourself forward for a University of Canterbury scholarship for online learners.
Yes, and we encourage learners to check out other University of Canterbury scholarships they may be eligible for.
A range of other organisations also fund scholarships nz, which you can explore:
- Scholarships in New Zealand (studyspy.ac.nz)
- Scholarships | Universities New Zealand - Te Pōkai Tara (universitiesnz.ac.nz)
- If you’re an international learner, you may find the Study with New Zealand website helpful for advice about international scholarships nz.
Yes! If you don’t receive a University of Canterbury scholarship for online learning, you can still apply for a course or programme of your choice.
There are a range of options you can use to finance your study, which you can explore.
Yes, applicants for our University of Canterbury scholarships online can study full or part-time. Our scholarships nz are designed to support all kinds of online learners.
Not necessarily. Some Tuihono UC | UC Online scholarships are available to first-time applicants, while others are open to current online learners. Be sure to check each scholarship for full eligibility details.
Each Univerity of Cantebury scholarship for online learners is different. Some cover full or partial tuition fees, while others support learners with travel and accomodation for in-person learning intensives.
Check the individual scholarship nz listing for full details.
Most scholarships do require you to pass your courses to keep receiving funding. But don’t worry, you’ll be well supported along the way.
From academic skills and time management to motivation and wellbeing, our Learner Support Team is here to help you succeed every step of the way. If you find yourself falling behind or fail a course, they're also your first port of call for help navigating what comes next.
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