University Regulations and Syllabus




THE NEW ZEALAND GAZETTE. 375

The elementary parts of Plane Trigonometry, so
far as to include the solutions of triangles.
The elementary parts of Conic Sections, treated
geometrically, but not excluding the method of
orthogonal projections; together with the values
of the radius of curvature, and of the chords of
curvature passing through the focus and centre.
The elementary parts of Statics, namely, composi-
tion and resolution of forces acting in one plane at a
point, the mechanical powers, and the properties of
the centre of gravity.
The elementary parts of Dynamics, namely, the
doctrine of uniform and uniformly accelerated
motion, of falling bodies, projectiles, collision, and
cycloidal oscillations.
The first, second, and third sections of Newton's
"Principia;" the propositions to be proved in
Newton's manner.
The elementary parts of Hydrostatics, namely, the
pressure of non-elastic fluids, specific gravities,
floating bodies, the pressure of the air, and the
construction and use of the more simple instruments
and machines.
The elementary parts of Optics, namely, the laws
of reflection and refraction of rays at plane and
spherical surfaces, not including aberrations; the
eye; telescopes.
The elementary parts of Astronomy, so far as
they are necessary for the explanation of the more
simple phenomena, without calculation.
In Modern Languages, and English Language and
Literature, the additional papers shall not be confined
to any particular author.
In History, the additional paper shall be of a
general character, and shall not refer to any period
previously specified.
In the remaining subjects, the questions shall not
be so much of a special kind, having reference to
books on the several subjects, as of a general
character, having reference to the subjects them-
selves.
No Students shall be required to present them-
selves for this additional examination, but the names
of those who have passed the additional examination
with credit shall be arranged in an Honor Class in
order of merit, and the special subjects in which
distinction has been obtained shall be indicated in
each case.
Approved in Council, 4th June, 1873.

FORSTER GORING,
Clerk of the Executive Council.

University of New Zealand.

REGULATIONS FOR THE APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS
FOR SCHOLARSHIPS AND OTHER PURPOSES.

  1. The following Regulations are hereby re-
    pealed :-
    "That one thousand pounds (£1,000) be appro-
    priated for the establishment of twenty (20)
    Scholarships, to be awarded for proficiency in
    one or more of the following subjects :-
    "1. Classics.
    "2. Mathematics.
    "3. Physical Science.
    "4. Modern Languages, other than English
    History and English Literature.
    "That there shall be one Scholarship in each of
    the above-mentioned branches of study of the
    value of seventy pounds (£70) and that the
    remainder be of the value of forty-five pounds
    (£45), and that the tenure of each Scholar-
    ship be for the term of the University course.
    "That the balance of the three thousand pounds
    (£3,000) be appropriated to the payment of
    the incidental expenses of the Council. That
    these Regulations come into force on the
    13th day of October, 1872;"
    and the following are substituted in lieu thereof:---
  2. The sum of one thousand pounds (£1,000) out
    of the funds of the University is hereby appropriated
    for the establishment from time to time, and as
    hereinafter provided, of fifty Scholarships of twenty
    pounds (£20) each for proficiency in any one of the
    following subjects:—
  3. Classics.
  4. Mathematics.
  5. Physical Science.
  6. Modern Languages, other than English ; also
    History and English Literature.
    Of these fifty Scholarships,
    Thirteen (13) shall be allotted to Classics;
    Thirteen (13) shall be allotted to Mathematics;
    Twelve (12) shall be allotted to Physical
    Science;
    Twelve (12) shall be allotted to Modern Lan-
    guages other than English and English
    Literature,
    if there be that number of candidates who shall have
    obtained the requisite number of marks.
    Scholarships in the several subjects may be held
    conjointly.
    No candidate shall be eligible for a Scholarship to
    whom less than half marks shall have been assigned.
    Nothing herein contained shall affect the tenure of
    Scholarships gained at the Scholarship Examination
    to commence on the 26th May, 1873. But such
    Scholarships shall continue to be held according to
    the conditions under which they were gained; but all
    sums at the disposal of the Council for Scholarship
    purposes, other than those required for the fulfilment
    of such conditions with the scholars of 1873, shall be
    from time to time applied to the maintenance of the
    Scholarships established by this Regulation until the
    whole number of fifty be complete.
    Until the full sum of one thousand pounds
    (£1,000) shall be available, all lesser sums available
    shall be distributed as nearly as may be in the
    proportion prescribed for Scholarships in the four
    subjects above specified.
    A Scholarship shall become vacant by neglect on
    the part of the holder to attend any one of the
    Annual University Examinations, or through failure
    to pass such examination satisfactorily, unless the
    holder shall produce to the satisfaction of the
    Chancellor that he was unable from illness to attend.
  7. The sums appropriated to Scholarships shall be
    paid to a separate fund.
  8. All savings arising from vacancies or other
    causes in any year shall be available to increase the
    number of Scholarships payable in ensuing years.
    The number of Scholarships to be competed for in
    each year shall from time to time be determined by
    the Council. The tenure of such Scholarships shall
    be for the term of the University course.
  9. The balance of the University funds is hereby
    appropriated for expenditure in affiliated institutions,
    and for general purposes of the University, in
    accordance with provisions of "The New Zealand
    University Act, 1870."
    Approved in Council, 4th June, 1873.
    FORSTER GORING,
    Clerk of the Executive Council.

University of New Zealand.

REGULATION FOR DETERMINING UNIVERSITY COURSE.
In future the University Course shall be nine terms.
Approved in Council, 4th June, 1873.
FORSTER GORING,
Clerk of the Executive Council.



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🎓 Syllabus details for Additional Honor Examinations (continued from previous page)

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Trigonometry, Conic Sections, Statics, Dynamics, Newton's Principia, Hydrostatics, Optics, Astronomy, Languages
  • FORSTER GORING, Clerk of the Executive Council

🎓 Regulations for Appropriation of University Scholarship Funds

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🎓 Regulation Determining University Course Length

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University Course duration, Nine terms
  • FORSTER GORING, Clerk of the Executive Council