Are you a high-achieving student ready to embark on doctoral research? Massey University offers an exceptional opportunity to support your doctoral studies through the Massey University Doctoral Scholarship. Here’s a detailed look at the benefits, eligibility criteria, application process, and key deadlines for this scholarship.
Scholarship Overview
- Status: Open
- Key Facts:
- Value: $90,000 plus fees
- Duration: Three years
- Number Available: Multiple awards
- Type of Study: Full-time, Part-time, Postgraduate, PhD or doctorate, Research
Benefits of the Scholarship
- Generous Financial Support: Each scholarship provides $90,000 over three years, in addition to covering your tuition fees.
- Flexible Study Options: The scholarship supports both full-time and part-time doctoral candidates.
- Multiple Awards: Several scholarships are available, increasing your chances of receiving support.
- Inclusivity: Named scholarships are available specifically for Māori and Pacific doctoral candidates, promoting equity in academic research.
Who Can Apply?
We are looking for students who:
- Have a record of high academic achievement.
- Are undertaking doctoral research of strategic importance to Massey University.
- Are committed to contributing significantly to academic research.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the scholarship, you should:
- Be enrolled in the first 12 months of your doctoral study or have an offer of place for doctoral study at Massey University.
- Have a GPA of 7.0 or higher.
- Be researching a topic of strategic value to the University.
- Agree to the conditions of the scholarship as outlined in the scholarship regulations.
- Enrol in your doctoral programme no later than 1 March of the year following the award.
Application Process
To apply for the Massey University Doctoral Scholarship, follow these steps:
Secure Admission:
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- Ensure you have secured admission into your chosen doctoral programme with a conditional or unconditional offer of place letter prior to the scholarship closing date.
- Allow a minimum of 4 weeks for admission applications to be processed.
Prepare Your Documents:
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- Write a research outline including the key disciplinary areas, aims, significance, and the theoretical and methodological frameworks of your proposed project (200-1000 words).
- Ask your primary supervisor to complete the Supervisor Support Template and upload the completed form in your Student Portal when you submit your scholarship application.
Submit Your Application:
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- Ensure you have all the required documents.
- Submit your application https://www.massey.ac.nz/study/scholarships-and-awards/massey-university-doctoral-scholarship/
Closing Date: 1 July 2024.