Postgraduate (Research) / Doctoral Fully Funded Scholarships

2021 / 2022 Scholarships in New Zealand

University of Waikato Doctoral Scholarships for National and International Students 2021 / 2022

University of Waikato is offering scholarships for New Zealand citizens, permanent residents, and international students all over the world. These awards are offered for Doctoral (Postgraduate, Research) program at the University of Waikato in the New Zealand. This scholarship is offered in three rounds. First round closes on January 31,  the second round will close on May 31 and third round will be closed by September 30.

Field of Study / Subjects

Applicants can choose any of the fields of research study for their postgraduate research or doctoral study program that are mentioned below:

  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
  • Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA)
  • Doctor of Education (EdD)
  • Doctor of Juridical Science (SJD)

Other latest Scholarships in New Zealand are also offered for different degrees and subjects all over the New Zealand.

Number of Scholarships

Upto 75 number of scholarships are offered annually to the national and international students to study in doctoral research degree program.

Duration of Scholarship

03 years for doctoral or postgraduate research degree programs.

Scholarship Description / Details

University of Waikato Doctoral Scholarships for national and international students provide many grants for the applicants, these following grants are:

  • Living allowance value of up to $25,000 per year, which is paid in monthly installments for upto 36 months (three years) in total.
  • The total term of the Doctoral Scholarship will not exceed 36 months (three years) of full-time doctoral enrolment (or equivalent for part-time study).
  • The value of the Scholarship may be revised at the discretion of the University.
  • Any additional costs such as medical insurance, moving costs, and research expenses must be met by the student.

Note: Detailed description of the scholarship can be found here.

Eligibility Criteria

In order to be considered for the University of Waikato Doctoral Scholarships for National and International Students, applicants must fulfill the following criteria:

  • Open for New Zealand citizens, permanent residents, and international students.
  • Applicants must be seeking to obtain their first full-time doctoral qualification.
  • Candidates will normally be seeking to obtain their first doctoral qualification.
  • Must have an Offer of Place to enroll, or are already enrolled (e.g. PhD, DMA, or Part 2 only of an EdD or SJD).
  • Those applicants who are employed by the university are not eligible to apply for this scholarship.
  • Current doctoral candidates who have not gained a University of Waikato Doctoral Scholarship may, in exceptional circumstances, be nominated by their Faculty/School for consideration for a reduced-tenure Scholarship.
  • Successful candidates will not be permitted to undertake paid employment that exceeds an annual total of 500 hours. This condition applies to all doctoral candidates, whether enrolled full-time or part-time

Note: Scholarship recipients will not be permitted to undertake paid employment that exceeds an annual average of fifteen hours per week.

How to Apply / Download Scholarship Form / Documents Required

Applicants can apply for this scholarship, must follow some steps:

  • Applicants must apply for admission in doctoral studies at university of Waikato.
  • Application must be made via online application system.
  • There is no separate application for this scholarship. Applicants will have to mention during their admission application that they want to be considered for this scholarship.
  • Required Documents:
    • Two academic Reference Letter
    • Personal statement
    • Academic Transcripts

Contact us

  • The Mata Kairangi School of Graduate Research
  • The University of Waikato
    Private Bag 3105, Hamilton 3240, New Zealand
  • Phone +64 7 858 5096
  • Email: scholarships@waikato.ac.nz

Last Date to Apply / Deadline

Applications for these scholarships are accepted in 3 rounds throughout the year:

  • January 31, 2021
  • May 31, 2021
  • September 30, 2021

Official Website

Visit official website to get further details about the University of Waikato Doctoral Scholarships for national and international students:

https://www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships/s/university-of-waikato-doctoral-scholarship