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George Pirouet Scholarship in Latin American Studies

Scholarship details

George Pirouet Scholarship in Latin American Studies
Study levels Masters, Ph D
Value $10,000 (subject to available funds)
Close date Monday, 15 December 2025
Domestic/international Both domestic and international

About the scholarship

This scholarship was established through a bequest from the late George Trachy Pirouet to support students undertaking postgraduate study in Latin American studies at Te Herenga Waka鈥擵ictoria University of Wellington. The scholarship is valued at $10,000 and can be used towards tuition fees or as a monthly stipend. Recipients are expected to write a letter of thanks to the executors of the estate and provide a copy of their thesis upon completion.

Entry requirements

Applicants must be enrolled, or intending to enrol full-time, in a Master's by thesis or PhD in a topic in Latin American studies at Te Herenga Waka鈥擵ictoria University of Wellington. Selection will be based on academic merit. A completed online application must be submitted by 4:30 pm on the closing date. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Required supporting documentation must also be received by the closing date. For more details, please refer to the .