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Thornton Memorial Dairy Bursary

Scholarship details

Thornton Memorial Dairy Bursary
Study levels Degree
Value Amount varies
Close date Tuesday, 3 March 2026
Ethnicities NewZealandEuropean
Domestic/international Domestic Only

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For a student enrolled in a Bachelor of Agricultural Science, Bachelor of Animal Science, or Bachelor of Agribusiness, and who have completed their first year of the degree. This bursary was established from a donation in 1931 from the New Zealand Dairy Factory Managers' Association in memory of Mr A. A. Thornton, who was instrumental in improving the quality of dairy factories. We're looking for someone from a dairy farming background who intends to pursue a career within the dairy industry ideally.

Entry requirements

You must be studying full-time, studying in a specific subject area, and enrolled in the second or third year of your degree. Include a statement on how receiving this scholarship would be of benefit to you and your study, and how you believe you meet the intentions of this award. You should outline your career goals and interest in or connection to the dairy industry. A copy of your Massey University transcripts/current enrolment is also required.