| Value | $4,500 |
| Number Offered | Varies |
| Closing date | 15 December |
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Established in 2023 by the University of Otago, this scholarship is generously funded by Margaret Edwards, wife of the late Dr John Lewis Edwards ONZM (1940-2020). Dr Edwards was an associate professor in dentistry at the University of Otago, and a specialist and pioneer in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS), for which he was a tireless champion. Dr Edwards’ contribution to the development of oral and maxillofacial surgery and to the School of Dentistry over many decades of service was immense.
The aim of this scholarship is to promote research in oral and maxillofacial surgery and related fields (e.g. OMF pathology and medicine) in New Zealand, and to encourage recipients to develop their knowledge and skills in this discipline. It is specifically targeted at undergraduate BDS honours students undertaking a dissertation or research project in the area of oral and maxillofacial surgery or related disciplines.
Applicants must be:
- a New Zealand citizen or New Zealand Residence Class Visa Holder
- enrolled (or intending to enrol) in a Bachelor of Dental Surgery with Honours (BDS(Hons)) degree
- engaged in (or intending to undertake) a BDS(Hons) dissertation or research project in an area
applicable to oral and maxillofacial surgery, or related topics in oral medicine or pathology
The following factors shall be considered in awarding the scholarship:
- the applicant's academic record
- the relevance of the proposed dissertation or research project to oral and maxillofacial surgery or related disciplines