Applications and selection
Register your interest for the 2026 Nuffield Scholarships using the form below. Once done you’ll then be able to complete the online application form when you’re ready. Your application will need to be submitted by midnight, Sunday 17 August 2025. Until then, we’ll keep you in the loop with news and information about the Scholarships.
Register your interest
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Selection
Step One
Applicants are contacted by phone for a discussion about their motivations for seeking a Nuffield New Zealand Farming Scholarship.
Last week of August, 2025.
Step Two
All applicants who meet the criteria are considered, in confidence, and are shortlisted by the Nuffield New Zealand Selection Panel (Trustees and a Strategic Investing Partner Representative).
First week of September, 2025.
Step Three
Face to face interviews will be held on 10 and 11 October, 2025. Candidates will be advised of their success within three days of the interview.
Step Four
Successful candidates will attend the Nuffield New Zealand Awards Function and orientation sessions at Parliament in Wellington on 5 November, 2025 (partners invited).
Our programmes work in partnership with some of New Zealand’s leading agribusiness organisations – click here for more.
