Commonwealth scholarships new zealand 2020
The Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) is a prestigious scholarship program offered by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the United Kingdom (CSC) to students from Commonwealth countries, including New Zealand. Here are the details of the Commonwealth Scholarships for New Zealand in 2020:
Eligibility Criteria:
- Be a citizen of New Zealand
- Be applying to pursue a master's or Ph.D. degree at a UK university
- Have a minimum of a second-class honors degree (or equivalent) for master's programs or a good honors degree (or equivalent) for Ph.D. programs
- Meet the language requirements of the host university (English language proficiency)
- Not have previously studied in the UK
Scholarship Benefits:
- Full tuition fees
- Living expenses (stipend)
- Return airfare to the UK
- Thesis grant (for Ph.D. students)
- Study travel grant
Application Process:
- Applications are usually open from October to December each year
- Students must apply through the New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (NZCSFP) website
- Applications must be submitted by the closing date, usually in December
- Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the NZCSFP selection committee
Selection Criteria:
- Academic merit
- Potential for future leadership and contribution to the Commonwealth
- Personal statement and references
- Interview performance (for shortlisted candidates)
Deadline:
- The application deadline for the 2020 Commonwealth Scholarships for New Zealand is usually in December.
Important Notes:
- The CSC does not charge any application fees
- The scholarship is for full-time study only
- The scholarship is for a maximum of three years for master's programs and three to four years for Ph.D. programs
- The scholarship is subject to the terms and conditions of the CSC and the host university.
It's essential to check the official website of the New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (NZCSFP) for the most up-to-date information on the scholarship, eligibility criteria, and application process.