Applications are invited for the 2014 round of the
New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships (NZIDRS).
The NZIDRS are open for international students (except from New Zealand,
Australia and Fiji) to undertake PhD study at a New Zealand university. In
order to receive the scholarship, applicants must meet the requirements
for direct entry into a PhD programme at a New Zealand University. The
NZIDRS provides full tuition fees plus a living stipend for up to 36
months. The application deadline is 15 July 2014.
New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships (NZIDRS).
The NZIDRS are open for international students (except from New Zealand,
Australia and Fiji) to undertake PhD study at a New Zealand university. In
order to receive the scholarship, applicants must meet the requirements
for direct entry into a PhD programme at a New Zealand University. The
NZIDRS provides full tuition fees plus a living stipend for up to 36
months. The application deadline is 15 July 2014.
Study Subject (s): Recipients can undertake PhD study in any discipline at any of New
Zealand eight Universities: AUT University, Lincoln University, Massey
University, University of Auckland, University of Canterbury, University of
Otago, University of Waikato and Victoria University of Wellington.
Course Level: Scholarships are available to undertake PhD
study at a New Zealand university.
Scholarship Provider: The NZIDRS are funded by the New Zealand
Government and administered by Education New Zealand.
Scholarship can be taken at: New Zealand
Zealand eight Universities: AUT University, Lincoln University, Massey
University, University of Auckland, University of Canterbury, University of
Otago, University of Waikato and Victoria University of Wellington.
Course Level: Scholarships are available to undertake PhD
study at a New Zealand university.
Scholarship Provider: The NZIDRS are funded by the New Zealand
Government and administered by Education New Zealand.
Scholarship can be taken at: New Zealand
Eligibility: In order to
receive the scholarship, you must meet all five of the following eligibility
criterion.
-be a citizen of any country except New Zealand, Australia and Fiji
-hold a minimum equivalent 3.6/4.0 GPA OR A / A+ average in your most recent or
highest post graduate tertiary qualification
-conduct your PhD study in New Zealand (not from a distance)
-meet the requirements for direct entry into a PhD programme at a New Zealand
University. This includes; having completed the required academic
qualifications for direct entry and meeting the requirements for English
language proficiency.
-If you have commenced your PhD studies in New Zealand, your start date must be
after 15 January 2014.
receive the scholarship, you must meet all five of the following eligibility
criterion.
-be a citizen of any country except New Zealand, Australia and Fiji
-hold a minimum equivalent 3.6/4.0 GPA OR A / A+ average in your most recent or
highest post graduate tertiary qualification
-conduct your PhD study in New Zealand (not from a distance)
-meet the requirements for direct entry into a PhD programme at a New Zealand
University. This includes; having completed the required academic
qualifications for direct entry and meeting the requirements for English
language proficiency.
-If you have commenced your PhD studies in New Zealand, your start date must be
after 15 January 2014.
Scholarship Open for International Students: International students (except from New Zealand, Australia and
Fiji) can apply for these scholarships.
Fiji) can apply for these scholarships.
Scholarship Description: The New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships (NZIDRS)
are funded by the New Zealand Government. Recipients are selected upon Academic
Merit and the NZIDRS provides full tuition fees, plus living and other
allowances for successful applicants. New Zealand offers a stimulating and
internationally trusted academic environment, exceptional living conditions and
is a recreational paradise.
are funded by the New Zealand Government. Recipients are selected upon Academic
Merit and the NZIDRS provides full tuition fees, plus living and other
allowances for successful applicants. New Zealand offers a stimulating and
internationally trusted academic environment, exceptional living conditions and
is a recreational paradise.
Duration of award(s): Scholarships will be offered for up to 36 months.
What does it cover? The NZIDRS provides full tuition fees plus a living stipend for up to 36
months. The NZIDRS cover:
-University tuition fees and associated student levies for 3 years
-An annual living stipend of NZ$25,000 or NZ$2083.33 per month for 36 months
-Medical insurance coverage up to NZ$600 annually for 3 years
months. The NZIDRS cover:
-University tuition fees and associated student levies for 3 years
-An annual living stipend of NZ$25,000 or NZ$2083.33 per month for 36 months
-Medical insurance coverage up to NZ$600 annually for 3 years
Selection Criteria: The New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships are
awarded based on academic excellence and the impact of the proposed research
for New Zealand. Research projects should have a tangible, positive effect on:
-New Zealand’s economy, in terms of international trade and business
development in key sectors
-Or, New Zealand’s population in terms of health and safety
-Or, Research and scholarship in the above two areas
awarded based on academic excellence and the impact of the proposed research
for New Zealand. Research projects should have a tangible, positive effect on:
-New Zealand’s economy, in terms of international trade and business
development in key sectors
-Or, New Zealand’s population in terms of health and safety
-Or, Research and scholarship in the above two areas
How to Apply: Download and
complete an NZIDRS application form and submit it in hard copy by post
-Provide two academic references. Referees must send their reports directly
to scholarship-at-enz.govt.nz.
-Provide a provisional supervision form provisional supervision
form from the Head of School or Associate Dean of postgraduate at your
intended New Zealand University.
-Answer all questions by completing all fields of your application form and
submit your form along with ALL required documents to Education New Zealand by
15 July 2014.
complete an NZIDRS application form and submit it in hard copy by post
-Provide two academic references. Referees must send their reports directly
to scholarship-at-enz.govt.nz.
-Provide a provisional supervision form provisional supervision
form from the Head of School or Associate Dean of postgraduate at your
intended New Zealand University.
-Answer all questions by completing all fields of your application form and
submit your form along with ALL required documents to Education New Zealand by
15 July 2014.
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline is 15 July 2014.
