PhD Scholarship in New Zealand 2026 with an Annual Stipend of NZD 34,128 and Tuition Fee Waiver
Applicant criteria
- No specific age required
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
The University of Otago in New Zealand offers the University of Otago Doctoral Scholarship for outstanding students who wish to pursue a doctoral degree at the university. It is one of the leading international scholarships in New Zealand available to both domestic and international students.
The scholarship provides financial support for up to three years, including an annual stipend of NZD 34,128, along with a tuition fee waiver in accordance with the scholarship conditions, allowing doctoral students to focus on their studies and research.
The university accepts applications from candidates pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) as well as a number of professional doctoral programs. Scholarship recipients are selected primarily based on academic excellence and demonstrated research potential.
The scholarship is suitable for Arab and other international students seeking a funded opportunity to pursue doctoral studies in New Zealand.
Benefits
For PhD students, the scholarship provides:
- An annual stipend of NZD 34,128.
- A domestic tuition fee waiver for 36 months.
- Funding for up to three years of full-time study.
- Eligibility for both international and domestic students.
- The opportunity to study and conduct research at the University of Otago in New Zealand.
- The opportunity to compete for one of up to 153 doctoral scholarships awarded each year.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants may apply if they:
- Are either a domestic or international student.
- Are applying for an eligible doctoral program at the University of Otago.
- Are normally seeking to obtain their first doctoral qualification.
- Have a strong academic record.
- Demonstrate clear potential and ability in academic research.
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