Summer Research Scholarships – Arts and Education

Earn money working with leading academics and developing your research skills.

Michaela stands in a dance studio with one hand on her hip and smiles broadly at the camera
Bachelor of Dance Studies student Michaela completed her studies with a Summer Research Scholarship project investigating the future of dance education in Aotearoa.

The Summer Research Scholarship programme offers students the opportunity to work with University of Auckland academics and assist them with a specific project.

The projects provide valuable research experience, enhance your career opportunities and help you decide whether to pursue postgraduate study.

How does it work?

  • Conduct a research project under supervision for 10 weeks over the summer months.
  • Receive a tax-free stipend of $6,750.
  • Open to high-achieving domestic and international students who will have completed at least two years of equivalent full-time study in an undergraduate degree.
  • There are a range of projects you can apply for across languages, politics, history, media and more.

For more information, eligibility criteria and a list of projects (when available), visit Summer Research Scholarships.

Hear from an Arts and Education Summer Scholar

Bethany shares her experiences working on a summer research project.

Hear from academics on the Summer Research Scholarship

Some of our supervisors share their perspective on the Summer Research Scholarship programme.