Regional Hub Project Funding

Ako Aotearoa has funding available for up to $10,000 per project through our Regional Hubs. Proposals may be for either research or activity projects and should align with our vision to create and support the best possible educational outcomes for learners in the tertiary sector.
Approved Projects
Click on the links to see projects approved by:
- the Ako Aotearoa Central Regional Hub Project Fund
- the Ako Aotearoa Northern Regional Hub Project Fund
- the Ako Aotearoa Southern Regional Hub Project Fund
Who can apply?
Individuals or groups from any part of the New Zealand tertiary education sector. Cross-organisational collaborations are encouraged.
Focus of Projects:
The focus will be on projects which provide examples of good practice, identify the critical success factors and develop practical action-oriented suggestions for enhancing the effectiveness of tertiary teaching and learning practices, or may be action-oriented activities to provide staff development, share experiences or explore existing practice.
Please contact your Regional Hub if you wish to discuss any ideas before developing your proposal.
Criteria and application forms:
- Regional Hub Project Funding - Poster (.pdf)
- Policy for management of projects (.pdf)
- Application Criteria (.pdf)
- Application Template (.doc)
- Project Proposal Assessment Form (.doc)
- Guidelines for Applicants (.pdf)
- Guidelines for Successful Applicants (.pdf)
- Budget Calculator (.xls)
- Project Milestone Report template (.doc)
- Final Project Report template (.doc)