AUT Doctoral Scholarships 2024 in New Zealand

Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey of research and discovery? The Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is offering an incredible opportunity for high-achieving students worldwide to join their prestigious doctoral programs through the AUT Vice Chancellor’s Doctoral Scholarships and the AUT Doctoral Scholarships. These scholarships are your gateway to a fully funded research experience at one of New Zealand’s leading universities!

AUT PhD Scholarship Overview

AUT offers two types of doctoral scholarships:

1. AUT Vice Chancellor’s Doctoral Scholarships – Available throughout the year for outstanding students, this scholarship is offered to new doctoral applicants with exceptional academic achievements. For New Zealand-based students with a GPA of 8.0 or above, and Māori and domestic Pacific applicants with a GPA of 7.5 or above, the scholarship promises full tuition coverage and a generous stipend.
2. AUT Doctoral Scholarships – Open to all eligible candidates (New Zealand citizens, permanent residents, and international students), these scholarships will be available three times a year: November 1, 2024, 1st March 2025, and 15th July 2025. AUT will provide full tuition fees and an annual living stipend of NZD 33,000!

Why Apply?

This is more than just a scholarship – it’s a life-changing opportunity to explore your research passions with world-class supervision at a university that fosters creativity, innovation, and excellence in research. As a scholarship recipient, you will:

• Receive tuition fee coverage and a generous living stipend of NZD 33,000 per year.
• Have access to AUT’s cutting-edge research facilities and collaborate with a vibrant academic community.
• Gain valuable experience and support to publish your research work globally.

Who Can Apply?

Eligibility varies slightly between the two scholarships:

1# AUT Vice Chancellor’s Doctoral Scholarships:

• • Applicants must have a GPA of 8.0 or higher for new doctoral applicants.
  • Māori and domestic Pacific applicants with a GPA of 7.5 or above are encouraged to apply.
  • You must have completed your most recent qualifying program at a New Zealand tertiary institution.

2# AUT Doctoral Scholarships:

• • Open to all students, including international candidates.
  • Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence with a first-class honours degree or equivalent.
  • Your proposed field of study must align with AUT’s research capability, so finding a supervisor is crucial!

Application Process

Applying is simple but competitive! Here’s what you need to do:

1. Prepare your documents: Make sure you have an academic transcript, a CV, and a two-page research proposal that outlines your study’s significance, design, and methodology. Don’t forget to mention your proposed supervisor!
2. Submit your application: The application process is fully online as per this https://www.aut.ac.nz/__data/assets/pdf_file/0004/852709/AUT_Doctoral_Jan-2024_Regulations_Conditions.pdf
3. Gather references: Two academic reference statements are required for applicants (unless your qualifying program was completed at AUT, in which case, only one reference is required).

Application Deadline

• Vice Chancellor’s Doctoral Scholarships: Applications are open year-round.
• Official Call Letter AUT Doctoral Scholarship: https://www.aut.ac.nz/study/fees-and-scholarships/scholarships-and-awards-at-aut/doctoral-scholarships.