How to apply for funding if you have been selected for an international event.
Learn how to apply for the Talented School Students Travel Award
THIS INFORMATION IS ONLY FOR STUDENTS WHO HAVE BEEN SELECTED FOR INTERNATIONAL EVENTS.
Eligibility Guidelines
- Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or have permanent residency. Proof of this is required to be sent with the application.
- Applicants must have been selected by an organisation to represent New Zealand at an internationally recognised science(s) or technology event
- Applicants must be a intermediate or secondary school student.
Criteria
- Contribution to activities outside the classroom.
- Written and oral communication skills.
- Academic performance in science subjects.
- Ability to be a good ambassador for New Zealand.
What you need to include in your application
- The applicant is required to include a testimonial from their science teacher which must be co-signed by the Principal.
- The applicant is required to include their academic record (either NCEA, IB or Cambridge). For intermediate students a school report is appropriate.
- The applicant must include a letter to the selection panel stating the reason for funding and outlining why they make a good candidate for funding.
- Include a copy of travel itinerary and costs
- Include bank deposit slip or your bank account number
- Include a copy of passport or birth certificate
Please send a copy of your Application for Funding Form to:
Debbie Woodhall
Royal Society of New Zealand
PO Box 598
Wellington 6140
If sending by courier:
11 Turnbull Street
Thorndon
Wellington 6011
Fax: 04 473 1841
Phone: 04 470 5762
If you have any queries about making an application for a Talented School Students Travel Award, please email: debbie.woodhall@royalsociety.org.nz