DWC Tertiary Scholarship Application

DWC Tertiary Scholarships Application

Applications close at 12.00 (noon) on Monday, 31 August 2026.
Development West Coast (DWC) Tertiary Scholarships:

DWC offers four tertiary scholarships annually to first-time tertiary students. These scholarships aim to create a pathway for West Coast students to gain tertiary qualifications and return to the West Coast to pursue their careers.

Eligibility Criteria:
- Reside on the West Coast or demonstrate a strong connection to the region.
- Be entering tertiary study for the first time.
- Show willingness to undertake paid work experience at a West Coast business during your annual academic break.
- Commit to returning to the West Coast for employment after completing your studies.
Privacy Notice:

All personal information provided in this application will be handled in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020. Your details will be used solely for the purpose of assessing your application and will be securely stored throughout the selection process. Access to your application will be limited to the scholarship selection panel. Once the selection process has concluded and scholarships have been awarded, all personal information relating to unsuccessful applications will be securely removed from our system.

Save Your Progress:

You don't need to complete your application in one sitting. Save your progress at any time and return later to finish and submit your application.

Important:

Please do not use ChatGPT or any AI assistance for your application. This will be strictly monitored.
Personal Information

Note: A red asterix indicates a required field.
Full name

First Name (s)Middle NameLast Name
Personal email
DWC will contact you via email in the first instance. Please provide a personal email address to ensure we can continue communicating with you after you have finished secondary school.
Phone number

Area CodePhone Number
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

TownDistrict

Post Code
Birthdate

DayMonthYear
Secondary Contact Details

We ask for these details should DWC not be able to get in touch with you directly.
Name:

First NameLast Name
Email:
example@example.com
Phone number:

Area CodePhone Number
Address: (if different form your address listed)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

Town/City Province

Postal Code

Secondary Education

List the secondary school(s) attended, beginning with the most recent.
National Student Number (NSN)
Name of current/most recent secondary school
What year did you begin secondary school?
Please enter the year you started secondary school (e.g. 2023).
What year is/was your final year at secondary school?
Please enter the year you will finish (or finished) secondary school (e.g. 2026).
Which subjects are you currently studying, or did you study, in your final year?
If you attended any other secondary school(s), please list the name(s) of the school(s) and the year(s) you attended each one
(e.g. Greymouth High School – 2022–2024).
Your Academic Results
New Zealand Record of Achievement

This should be in PDF format and the full summary document. Please do not upload a photo or incomplete document. Your application will not be accepted until the correct document is provided.
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Proposed Tertiary Study
Tertiary Institution
Programme of Study
Major Subject
Have you applied
Study Commencement Date

DayMonthYear
Date
Please tell us, in 150 words or less, why you have chosen your programme of study

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Have you considered a specific industry, organisation, or business on the West Coast that you would like to connect with during or after your studies?
Please explain why this industry, organisation, or business interests you, how your chosen course of study aligns with it, and any specific career pathways or roles you would like to pursue in the future.

Other Scholarship Applications

This will in no way affect or disadvantage your eligibility to receive a DWC scholarship.
Have you applied for, or do you intend to apply for, any other scholarships?

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Personal Circumstances

Living Arrangements
Please provide details of your proposed living arrangements for your first year of study
Include any factors that have influenced your decision - for example, if you are studying in Christchurch, will you be boarding, staying with family, or living independently?
Work Experience and Extra Curricular Activities

I.e. Trades Academy, Gateway, volunteer, sports, coaching, work
Please provide details of your work experience and any extracurricular activities you have been involved in
This information helps our Selection Committee gain a deeper understanding of you and your interests.
Financial Situation
Indicate your intended means of financial support for your first year of study. Mark all the boxes that apply

Other (please give details below)
If you ticked 'Other' in the boxes above, please provide details
West Coast Connection
Which West Coast district do you currently reside in?
How do you think your chosen field of study and qualification will benefit the West Coast?
Please explain how your knowledge and skills could contribute to the West Coast economy, community, workforce, or future development.
Please outline your commitment to undertaking paid summer employment related to your chosen field of study and working on the West Coast for at least two years after completing your qualification
Please include any relevant goals, intentions, or circumstances that support your commitment.

Academic or Character Reference

Reference to be submitted to scholarships@dwc.org.nz, by 12.00 (noon) on Monday, 31 August 2026.
Please arrange for your school principal (or employer, if currently employed) to provide a reference in support of your application.

The reference should address your academic performance, work ethic, and potential to succeed in your chosen programme of study.

Please note: DWC may contact your character reference if further information is required.
Name of character reference

First Name Last Name
Character reference email
example@example.com
Relationship to you
Principal or employer
How did you hear about the DWC Tertiary Scholarships?

Applicant's Declaration
You confirm that
The personal information you provide in this scholarship application will be treated in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 and will only be used for the purpose of assessing your application and held on file for the duration of the selection period. Your application will be reviewed by our scholarship selection panel only.

Notes for submitting your application
Applications close at 12.00 (noon) on Monday, 31 August 2026.
- Only submit the materials requested.
- Submitted material will not be returned.
- You will receive an email confirming receipt of your application.
- Late applications will not be accepted.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at: scholarships@dwc.org.nz
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DWC Tertiary Scholarships Application

Personal Information

Secondary Contact Details

Secondary Education

Your Academic Results

Proposed Tertiary Study

Other Scholarship Applications

Personal Circumstances

Work Experience and Extra Curricular Activities

Financial Situation

West Coast Connection

Academic or Character Reference

Applicant's Declaration

Notes for submitting your application