Victoria University Doctoral Scholarships for International Students

Deadline: 1 March 2015
Open to: international graduates in any discipline 
Scholarship: $23,500 annual stipend plus tuition fees

Description

Victoria University of Wellington, based in New Zealand, has a tradition of fostering strong global links in teaching and research and programmes of national significance and international quality. To encourage postgraduate research Victoria offers scholarships to those about to begin their doctoral studies.  Up to 35 scholarships will be awarded on academic merit and are open to New Zealand and international students in any discipline.

As part of the requirements of this Scholarship, the recipient is expected to contribute 150 hours per annum to the academic life of the School in which they undertake study. The purpose of this contribution is to provide them with an insight into the work undertaken by, and the expectations placed on, the academic community in the University. It also provides an opportunity to develop enduring relationships with the School. This contribution may be as a tutor, research assistant, laboratory demonstrator or supervisor, or teaching assistant.

Eligibility

The Scholarships are open to graduates in any discipline, of any university within or outside of New Zealand who intend to enroll full time for a Doctorate (PhD) at Victoria University or who have commenced their doctoral study at Victoria University.

Scholarship

Scholarships will normally be tenable for three years and include an annual stipend of $23,500 plus tuition fees.

Application

Applications for Victoria Doctoral Scholarships should be made online before 1 March 2015.

Application forms for new doctoral students are available from the Faculty of Graduate Research. On the other hand application forms for current doctoral students or those with an ‘offer of study’ are available HERE.

For more information about the application process please contact: scholarships-office@vuw.ac.nz

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