The University of Otago offers up to 180 doctoral scholarships each year for both international and domestic students. These PhD scholarships cover tuition fees and provide a stipend for successful applicants. Founded in 1869, Otago is one of New Zealand's oldest and leading research universities. The 2024 scholarships give young researchers the chance to work on innovative projects with guidance from top international faculty.
Through this scholarship, recipients can make an impact in fields like business, law, health, and science. They’ll gain international experience, work with diverse groups, exchange ideas, and develop solutions. The scholarships are fully funded for three years, with no extensions. Students can apply year-round.
Otago University’s doctoral scholarships are open to both local and international students, but candidates can only receive one fully funded scholarship for a PhD. Applications are competitive, focusing on the student’s academic background and research potential.
Here’s a list of University of Otago Doctoral Scholarships available in 2024:
- University of Otago Doctoral Scholarship – Open to all domestic and international PhD students.
- University of Otago Māori Doctoral Scholarship – Offers $32,544 with a tuition waiver for Māori students.
- University of Otago Pacific Island Doctoral Scholarship – Offers $32,544 with a tuition waiver for Pacific Island students.
- University of Otago China Scholarship Council Doctoral Scholarship – For students supported by the China Scholarship Council.
- University of Otago City of Literature PhD Scholarship
- University of Otago Special Health Research Scholarship – $32,544 and tuition waiver for health research.
- Alliance Group Postgraduate Scholarship – $32,544 and tuition waiver.
- Bamforth Postgraduate Scholarship – $32,544 per year for three years.
- Bruggeman Postgraduate Scholarship in Classics – Supports Classics PhD students.
- Dr. Sulaiman Daud 125th Jubilee Postgraduate Scholarship – Supports PhD students from Malaysia.
- Fanny Evans Postgraduate Scholarship for Women
- Gilbert M. Tothill Scholarship in Psychological Medicine – $10,000 per year for research in mental health fields.
- James Park Scholarship in Geology – Supports research on New Zealand minerals.
- Macandrew-Stout Postgraduate Scholarship in Economics
- Postgraduate Tassell Scholarship in Cancer Research
- Senior Smeaton Scholarship – For Experimental Science.
- Waddell Smith Postgraduate Scholarship in Education – $2,000 for Education studies.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to both New Zealand and international students.
- Applicants need a master’s degree with at least 0.75 EFTS.
- First-time PhD applicants at Otago.
- Strong academic records are required.
- Interest and potential in research.
- Department head recommendation.
- English proficiency (score or proof if required).
Benefits
- Tuition waiver for three years.
- Annual stipend of $32,544.
- Free study in New Zealand with cultural exchange.
- Research funding support.
- Access to advanced labs and research technology.
Application Process
Apply for the University of Otago PhD Scholarship through the eVision portal. Once you apply for admission, you’ll be notified on your student portal to apply for the scholarship. There’s no deadline, so students can apply anytime throughout the year.
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