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.

Update

February 2012: Applications for the RHPF are not being accepted for the first half of 2012. Find further details in a recent news story.

Who can apply?

RHPF logoIndividuals 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.

Outputs from completed projects

This page lists the outputs from all completed projects

Impact Evaluation Framework

In order to gain a better understanding of the sustained impact of projects funded by Ako Aotearoa, an Impact Evaluation Framework is now being implemented across all of our funding streams.

Find out more about how the evaluation process works.

Approved projects

Click on the links to see all projects approved by:

    Tips when applying for Regional Hub Project funding

    1. Read the Application Criteria before you put pen to paper. 
    2. Read the Guidelines for Applicants providing detail on the sections of the template.
    3. Complete ALL sections of the Application Template.
    4. Cost out the project and attach our Budget Calculator to the application.
    5. A clear idea of what you want to achieve will improve the application.
    6. How will your project enhance teaching and learning?
    7. How will you evaluate the impact of your project on learners?
    8. Avoid wordy applications.

    We recommend that you contact your regional hub coordinator before you put pen to paper.

Criteria and application forms

 Answers to Frequently Asked Questions – click here