Friday, February 8, 2013

New Zealand : Victoria Doctoral Scholarships for International Students

Victoria University of Wellington is offering up to 35 scholarships for the year 2013. These Scholarships are intended to encourage and support doctoral study (PhD) at Victoria University of Wellington. Victoria Doctoral Scholarships are open to New Zealand and international students in any discipline. The award covers $23,500 stipend annually + tuition fees. The deadline of the scholarship is 01 March 2013. These scholarships are based on academic merit. Applicants must be enrolled in full time for a Doctorate (PhD) at Victoria University or who have commenced their doctoral study at Victoria University in New Zealand.
Study Subject(s): Any subject offered by the university.
Course Level
: This scholarship is available for pursuing PhD degree.
Scholarship Provider:
Victoria University of Wellington
Scholarship can be taken at: New Zealand
Eligibility:
- The Scholarships are open to graduates 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.
- It is important to read the scholarship regulations available from the link above before application.
- These scholarships are awarded on academic merit and are open to New Zealand and international students in any discipline.
Scholarship Open for International Students: This scholarship is open for New Zealand and international students.
Scholarship Description: These Scholarships are intended to encourage and support doctoral study (PhD) at Victoria University of Wellington. 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.
Number of awards offered: 35 Scholarships are offered.
Duration of award(s): Scholarships will normally be tenable for three years.
What does it cover? Scholarship covers $23,500 stipend annually + tuition fees.
Notification: Offers of Victoria PhD Scholarships will be made approximately six weeks after each closing date in March, July and November of the year of application.
How to Apply:  Applications should be sent by post.

Scholarship Application Deadline: The deadline of the scholarship is 01 March 2013.