E kore e ngaro, he takere waka nui
We will never be lost; we are the hull of a great canoe
Testimonial:
"It’s been pretty good for me, it’s given me a head start knowing where everything is on campus, where to find support. Honestly, it’s a real game changer, now I’m confident going into uni.”
Takere student
What does Takere involve?
Takere involves a five-week academic and cultural live-in transition programme. Ākonga can experience staying in a hall of residence over the 2024 summer break with other Māori and Pacific ākonga. Ākonga take a course together designed to support and credit toward most degree pathways. Take workshops to support transition into Uni life, making friends, academic skills, cultural learnings and generally having fun.
Additionally, ākonga can participate in a range of initiatives and activities throughout the academic year which are designed to enhance their pastoral, cultural and academic success and continue to build connections.
The UC Takere scholarship will provide you with:
- a fortnightly allowance (stipend) of $400 during the five-week live-in
- free catered accommodation in a UC student hall of residence, over the 5-week summer academy to support your transition to university life
- priority into a hall of residence as a Takere ākonga if you are from outside of Christchurch
- opportunities to participate in ongoing social, cultural and academic activities planned throughout the academic year
- individually tailored academic support and guidance to support your transition into UC
- An opportunity to make a bunch of new friends before the Uni year even starts
- a 15-point 100-level UC course as part of the academy which could contribute to your chosen degree. Depending on your eligibility, this course may be fees-free
- opportunities to engage, lead and support social and cultural activities
- additional study, tutorial and hang out spaces and support for your first year.
* Pacific student is defined on Page 15 of the UC Maramataka | Calendar.
** The five-week academy programme begins on Sunday 5 January and will finish on Friday 7 February 2024.
*** Confirmation of a tailored schedule of regular check-ins will be organised and confirmed with their Kaiurungi and Pacific Advisors as part of the Takere Academy programme.
Important scholarship information
- Applications are open via the UC Scholarships website and will close on Thursday 15 August 2024.
- Up to 50 Takere Scholarships are available annually.
- Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria will be shortlisted based on their online application.
- Shortlisted applicants will be required to attend an interview with their whānau or support person over Zoom.
- Successful applicants will be sent a letter of offer and will be matched with a Kaiurungi from UC Māori or the Pacific Development Team to support them with the UC enrolment process.
Contact us
For more information, please email us.
