Te Rau Puawai — Māori Mental Health Workforce Development Programme

Bursaries, mentoring and learning support for Māori students studying towards a Massey qualification that leads into Māori mental health work.

Closes

2026 academic year round opened 1 September and closed 1 November 2025; opens annually

Who can apply

Māori students beginning or continuing a Massey qualification in psychology, nursing, social work, Māori health or a related field, intending to work in Māori mental health.

Whakapapa

Māori descent is required

Residency

Studying towards a Massey qualification in a Māori-mental-health-relevant field

Study level

Undergraduate, Postgraduate

Subjects

Psychology, Nursing, Social work, Māori health

Amount

Partial or full bursary contributions to fees (paid to the university or via StudyLink), plus travel costs in some cases, mentoring, learning and personal support

Funding route

Scholarship

Applicants

Individuals & whānau, Tauira & researchers

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Checked 17 September 2026

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