HOPE Foundation Research Ageing Scholarship 2026 in New Zealand Available
Are you passionate about understanding the science and societal impact of ageing? Do you dream of contributing meaningfully to one of the most important global challenges of our time—ageing populations? Then this is the scholarship opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
The HOPE Foundation for Research on Ageing Scholarship 2025 is now officially open for applications, inviting master’s and PhD researchers from New Zealand and abroad to apply for funding that supports high-impact research on ageing.
What Is This Scholarship All About?
Offered by the HOPE Foundation for Research on Ageing, this scholarship is designed to support individuals conducting high-quality research on ageing—whether its medical, psychological, societal, or economic aspects. The Foundation’s mission is clear: prepare New Zealand for an ageing future by investing in the next generation of researchers.
Whether you’re just beginning your master’s degree or deep into your doctoral thesis, if your research touches on the complexities of ageing, this scholarship is a golden opportunity to receive both funding and recognition.
Hope New Zealand Scholarship Package for 2026
Hope New Zealand Scholarship Package for 2026 offers a total value of NZD $6,000 to support one successful applicant for the duration of one academic year. This prestigious funding is open to students pursuing either full-time or part-time master’s or PhD research studies at a New Zealand university.
The scholarship specifically supports research in any ageing-related topic, with a strong encouragement for interdisciplinary approaches that explore the complex impact of ageing on individuals and society. Only one award will be granted under this scholarship for the 2026 academic cycle.
Who Can Apply?
This scholarship is inclusive and internationally open! You are eligible if:
- You are currently enrolled in a master’s or PhD program at a New Zealand university.
- You are conducting research related to ageing—this could be biological ageing, ageing and society, healthcare for the elderly, gerontechnology, and more.
- You are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, OR an international student of merit already studying at a New Zealand university.
- You are willing to:
- Submit a brief research progress report.
- Acknowledge the HOPE Foundation in your research outputs.
Application Requirements
Be sure to prepare the following:
- A 2-page summary of your proposed research project.
- Evidence of ethical approval (applied for or already obtained).
- A budget breakdown indicating how the NZD $6,000 will be used.
- A statement on how your research aligns with the Foundation’s objectives, especially its relevance to New Zealand’s ageing population.
What Kind of Research Qualifies?
The HOPE Foundation is interested in a broad spectrum of topics that touch on the lives of older people, including:
- Medical sciences and age-related diseases
- Social impact of ageing and intergenerational relationships
- Public policy and ageing
- Economic consequences of ageing demographics
- Age-friendly environments and technologies
- Psychology and mental health in later life.
Application Timeline – Mark Your Calendar!
Applications for the HOPE Foundation for Research on Ageing Scholarship will close on 30 October 2025. You’ll have three full months to put together a compelling application—start early and get in touch with your academic supervisor to align your documents!
Application Portal: https://www.massey.ac.nz/study/scholarships-and-awards/hope-foundation-scholarship-for-research-on-ageing/.