Scholarships
University of Otago International Research Master’s Scholarship
The University of Otago International Master’s Award is designed to offer financial support to international students pursuing Master’s degrees at the University of Otago. Specifically, Research Master’s scholarships aim to assist students during the thesis phase of their research Master’s degree programs.
Host Institution(s):
The host institution for the University of Otago International Master’s Award is the University of Otago, located in New Zealand.
Level/Field(s) of study:
The eligible thesis-based Master’s programs under the University of Otago International Master’s Award are offered within the following divisions:
- Commerce/School of Business
- Health Sciences
- Humanities
- Sciences
Students pursuing Master’s degrees in these fields are eligible to apply for the scholarship.
Number of Scholarships:
The University of Otago International Master’s Award provides a total of 8 scholarships, with two scholarships allocated to each teaching division.
Target group:
The University of Otago International Master’s Award is targeted towards international students.
Scholarship value/inclusions:
The University of Otago International Master’s Award includes the following benefits:
- NZ$17,172 stipend per annum: This is provided as financial support to cover living expenses during the period of study.
- Tuition fee waiver for 1 year: The scholarship covers tuition fees for one year of Master’s study, capped at the domestic rate. Please note that this excludes the student services fee and insurance.
- Support for thesis component: The scholarship supports the thesis component of a Master’s research degree for up to 1 year of full-time enrollment.
- Partial coverage of tuition fees: The scholarship only partially covers the cost of tuition fees, specifically for the thesis component of the Master’s degree. As an international student, you will be charged a higher level of tuition fees compared to New Zealand domestic students. The scholarship covers tuition fees for the thesis component at the domestic fee rate, which is the same cost that a New Zealand student would pay for their fees.
Eligibility:
To be eligible for the University of Otago International Master’s Award, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Obtaining their first Master’s qualification: Applicants must be pursuing their first Master’s degree.
- International students: Applicants must be international students.
- Undertaking a thesis-based Master’s: The scholarship is available for students undertaking a thesis-based Master’s program.
Selection for the scholarship is primarily based on academic merit and the applicant’s potential for research. Due to the limited number of scholarships available, applicants are required to have excellent grades to be successful. The University recommends applying only if your grades in the later years of your degree are at A or A+ level. Further information on grade requirements for University of Otago scholarships for international students can be found on the University’s website.
Application instructions:
Applications for the University of Otago International Master’s Award are submitted online through the eVision portal after applying for admission to a program. Upon applying for admission, you will receive an alert in your eVision portal inviting you to apply for the scholarship.
To ensure a successful application process, it is crucial to thoroughly read the “How to Apply” page and visit the official website provided below for detailed information on the application procedure. Applications can be submitted at any time as long as funding is still available, so it is advisable to apply promptly to secure consideration for the scholarship. CLICK HERE
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