University of Otago - WHAI Physics Scholarship 2026

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About WHAI Physics Scholarship

The WHAI Physics scholarship is offered through the Māori Health Workforce Development Unit at the University of Otago. The scholarship supports Māori students to prepare for the PHSI 191 Biological Physics paper, as part of Health Sciences First Year (HSFY).

Designed to support Māori students interested in a career in health, the WHAI Physics Scholarship provides access to the JumpSTART Physics programme, as well as continuous support through the PHSI 191 paper and HSFY.

• School: University of Otago

Benefits of WHAI Physics Scholarship

• Tuition fees for the University of Otago JumpSTART Physics programme
• Residential college accommodation for the duration of the JumpSTART course (3 weeks)
• Additional resources, tutorials and academic support throughout enrolment in PHSI 191

WHAI Physics Scholarship Requirements

• Have Māori whakapapa
• Show a commitment to pursue Health Sciences study and a career in health
• Have met the entry requirements for the University of Otago JumpSTART Physics course

Application Date and Process

Every applicant must:

• Submit the official application form by the specified due date
• Submit a separate application to study the JumpSTART Physics programme
• Enrol in Health Sciences First Year (HSFY)

Application Deadline

15 November, 2026

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