Massey University $90,000 PhD Scholarship 2024

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:

• • 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:

• • 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:

• • 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.