2018 commonwealth scholarships for doctoral study in new zealand

The New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship for Doctoral Study is a prestigious scholarship offered by the New Zealand Government to support students from Commonwealth countries to pursue doctoral studies in New Zealand. Here are the details of the 2018 Commonwealth Scholarship for Doctoral Study in New Zealand:

Eligibility Criteria:

• Be a citizen of a Commonwealth country (except New Zealand)
• Hold a bachelor's degree with honors (or equivalent) in a relevant field
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.5 (or equivalent)
• Meet the English language requirements (IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90)
• Have a strong research proposal and academic background
• Not have previously held a New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship

Scholarship Benefits:

• Full tuition fees for the duration of the doctoral program (up to 3 years)
• A living allowance of NZD $25,000 per year
• Return airfare to New Zealand
• Health insurance
• Thesis preparation and submission allowance

Fields of Study:

• The scholarship is open to students pursuing a doctoral degree in any field, including but not limited to:
  • Arts and humanities
  • Social sciences
  • Natural sciences
  • Engineering
  • Health sciences
  • Education

Application Process:

• Applications must be submitted through the New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship website
• The application deadline is usually in June or July of each year
• Applicants must provide a research proposal, academic transcripts, and letters of recommendation

Selection Criteria:

• Academic merit and potential
• Research proposal and its relevance to New Zealand's interests
• Potential for the research to benefit the applicant's home country
• English language proficiency
• Personal statement and motivation

Timeline:

• Applications open: usually in March or April of each year
• Application deadline: usually in June or July of each year
• Scholarship announcement: usually in September or October of each year
• Scholarship commencement: usually in February or March of the following year

Contact Information:

• New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +64 4 439 8000
• Website: www.mfat.govt.nz/en/education/new-zealand-commonwealth-scholarship

Please note that the application process and eligibility criteria may vary from year to year, so it's essential to check the official website for the most up-to-date information.