New zealand postgraduate scholarship

The New Zealand Postgraduate Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship offered by the New Zealand Government to support international students pursuing postgraduate studies in New Zealand. Here are some key details about the scholarship:

Eligibility:

• Be an international student (not a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident)
• Be applying for a postgraduate degree (master's or doctoral) at a New Zealand university
• Meet the university's admission requirements
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent)
• Be applying for a full-time program (part-time programs are not eligible)

Benefits:

• A full tuition fee scholarship (covering the full cost of tuition fees)
• A living allowance (approximately NZD $25,000 per year)
• A compulsory medical insurance policy (approximately NZD $600 per year)
• A return airfare to New Zealand (up to NZD $2,000)

Duration:

• The scholarship is for one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year (for master's students) or up to three years (for doctoral students)

Application process:

• Students must apply for admission to a New Zealand university and receive an offer of place before applying for the scholarship
• The scholarship application process typically opens in May and closes in July each year
• Applications must be submitted online through the New Zealand Government's website

Selection criteria:

• Academic merit (40%)
• Research proposal (30%)
• Personal statement (15%)
• Letters of recommendation (10%)
• English language proficiency (5%)

Tips for applying:

• Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and have a strong academic record
• Research the university and program you are applying for, and tailor your application accordingly
• Write a clear and concise research proposal that outlines your research goals and methodology
• Provide strong letters of recommendation from academic referees
• Ensure your English language proficiency is sufficient (if required)

Additional resources:

• New Zealand Government's website: www.studyinnewzealand.govt.nz
• New Zealand universities' websites: www.universitiesnz.ac.nz
• New Zealand Postgraduate Scholarship application form: www.studyinnewzealand.govt.nz/scholarships/postgraduate-scholarship

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