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Doctoral scholarships

UC offers a diverse range of scholarships to support students for study towards a research doctoral degree at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury. Find out more about doctoral scholarships at UC.

Whakamāramatanga | Key information

There are a number of doctoral scholarships options available for students intending to enrol in a PhD at UC:

• The 'UC Doctoral Scholarships' - this is a term referring to a collection of scholarships which have central funding. See more details on these scholarships below.
• Other Doctoral Scholarships - there are a number of other scholarships available that students can apply for within our  Scholarships Database  and summarised in the 'Other Doctoral Scholarship Options' section below. Check each scholarship's Regulations which outlines the eligibility and selection criteria. 
• Departmental Doctoral Scholarships - sometimes a Department has funding that they are able to offer a student a scholarship with - check with your supervisor if this is a possibility for you. 
• External Scholarships - try searching for a scholarship from an organisation  external to UC .

'UC Doctoral Scholarships'

The collection of centrally funded 'UC Doctoral Scholarships', are grouped into three categories. These, and their co-tenability conditions, are:

• Core – Not co-tenable with any other Core scholarships.
• Prestige – Co-tenable with Core scholarships.
• Recognition – Co-tenable with Core scholarships and do not include additional monetary value.

The Prestige and Recognition scholarships are selected from all the applicants who were assessed for a Core scholarship in any given year. Because of this, Prestige and Recognition scholarships are awarded at the end of each academic year (no separate application is required). If an applicant is awarded a Prestige scholarship, its value is added to the value of the Core Scholarship, so a stipend of $30,000 p.a. is increased to $35,000 p.a.

The scholarships listed within the 'UC Doctoral Scholarships' regulations are currently considered as part of the application-to-enrol process. These scholarships are a mix of awards, which recognise success within certain categories (academic, women, Māori, Pacific students, etc.). An application to study in a doctoral degree programme at UC is regarded as an application for these doctoral scholarships, and so submitting the enrolment application will ensure you have provided all the required information to be assessed for these.

Please note:  These scholarships are subject to funding availability and are reviewed each year. The UC Scholarships Office administers most of these scholarships. Please search our  scholarships database  for all scholarships currently available.

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UC Doctoral Scholarship Students are automatically considered - no separate application required. $30,000 per annum stipend (increased to $32,000 in 2025) + tuition fees for thesis only enrolment*

UC Doctoral Scholarship for Students with Disabilities Students are automatically considered - no separate application required. $30,000 per annum stipend (increased to $32,000 in 2025) + tuition fees for thesis only enrolment* 

UC Matariki Doctoral Scholarship Māori students are automatically considered - no separate application required. $30,000 per annum stipend (increased to $32,000 in 2025) + tuition fees for thesis only enrolment*

UC Pacific Doctoral Scholarship Pacific students are automatically considered - no separate application required. $30,000 per annum stipend (increased to $32,000 in 2025) + tuition fees for thesis only enrolment*

Doctoral Graduate Women Canterbury (Inc.) Trust Board Scholarship Students are automatically considered - no separate application required. $24,500 per annum stipend

Rātā Foundation Scholarship Students are automatically considered - no separate application required. $24,500 per annum stipend

UC Aho Hīnātore | Accelerator Scholarship Separate application is required.  $30,000 per annum stipend (increased to $32,000 in 2025) + tuition fees for thesis only enrolment* 

UC Connect Doctoral Scholarship These scholarships are co-funded by UC and external agencies to support students for study towards a research doctoral degree at the University. The scholarships are available to support work on specific funded projects only. Projects become available throughout the year. Separate application is required.  $30,000 per annum stipend (increased to $32,000 in 2025) + tuition fees for thesis only enrolment*  

UC-based Food Transitions 2050 Doctoral Scholarship PhD scholarships to research a sustainable food future, within the Food Transitions 2050 Joint Postgraduate School, New Zealand. Separate application required. $30,000 per annum stipend (increased to $32,000 in 2025) + tuition fees for thesis only enrolment*

* SSL , Insurance and any other course-related costs are not covered by this scholarship - you will need to arrange payment of these yourself

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Prestige scholarships are awarded from those who have been assessed for a core UC Doctoral Scholarship (see above) - no separate application is required.

Brownlie Scholarship $5,000 per annum stipend top-up to Core Scholarship

Ngata Centenary Doctoral Scholarship $5,000 per annum stipend top-up to Core Scholarship

Roper Scholarship in Science $5,000 per annum stipend top-up to Core Scholarship

William & Ina Cartwright Scholarship $5,000 per annum stipend top-up to Core Scholarship

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Canterbury Scholarship Top-ranked eligible candidates who have been selected for a core UC Doctoral Scholarship are automatically considered for the Canterbury Scholarship. No separate application is required. Name only award - no additional financial value.

Other Doctoral Scholarship Options

Discover some of the other scholarships that may assist in funding your doctoral studies below. Check the General Scholarship page for scholarships which are open to students studying any discipline (other eligibility criteria may apply) and the Faculty pages of your particular field of research.

General Doctoral Scholarships

UC offers a diverse range of scholarships to support students who are studying towards a research doctoral degree with us. Learn more about some of UC's general doctoral scholarships available for students studying in any discipline (other eligibility criteria may apply). 

Arts Doctoral Scholarships

UC offers a range of scholarships to support students studying towards a research doctoral degree. Find out more about Arts doctoral scholarships at UC.

Business and Law Doctoral Scholarships

UC offers a range of scholarships to support students studying towards a research doctoral degree. Learn more about our Business and Law Doctoral scholarships.

Education & Health Doctoral Scholarships

UC offers different scholarships to support our students studying towards a research doctoral degree with us. Find out about Doctoral Scholarships in the Education and Health Doctoral fields.

Engineering Doctoral Scholarships

UC offers a range of scholarships to support students studying towards a research doctoral degree. Learn more about Engineering Doctoral scholarships at UC.

Science Doctoral scholarships

UC offers a range of scholarships to support students studying towards a research doctoral degree. Learn more about Science Doctoral scholarships at UC.

Current Doctoral Scholarship Opportunities

Discover PhD scholarships that align with your own study interests and expertise. Learn more about current opportunities and apply.

UC Research Student Publication Prize

The goal of the UC Research Student Publication Prize is to encourage students to publish their work in leading peer-reviewed publications, indexed in Scopus, during their doctoral or master's studies (e.g., journal articles, book chapters, monographs, or conference proceedings). Publication during the tenure of Doctoral or Master's studies enhances student’s employment prospects and, for UC, contributes to the enhancement of international university rankings.

You can read the regulations, check your eligibility and apply  here .

Start your application for enrolment (and consequently your application for the available UC Doctoral Scholarship and associated scholarships) here

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Find out how much a doctorate will cost and how you can support your studies with grants and scholarships, including the Wellington Doctoral Scholarships.

Tuition fees

Tuition fees for full-time PhD study vary depending on the area of your research. The average yearly fees are listed by subject category in the postgraduate thesis section of the fees for domestic students page.

The New Zealand Government subsidises fees for international PhD candidates who live and study in New Zealand. This means that international PhD students may be eligible to pay the same ‘domestic’ fees as PhD students who are citizens, residents, or permanent residents of New Zealand.

The tuition fees for the professional doctorates— Doctor of Education , Doctor of Health , Doctor of Midwifery , Doctor of Musical Arts , and Doctor of Nursing —are listed individually as they combine taught and thesis components.

International  Doctor of Musical Arts students will need to pay international fees. Our health- and education-sector professional doctorates are not generally suitable for international students.

Scholarships

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Wellington Doctoral Scholarships

Wellington Doctoral Scholarships are the main scholarship for PhD students. They are awarded on academic merit and are open to all full-time PhD applicants. The scholarship will pay you a $29,500 annual living allowance and will cover the cost of your tuition, but not additional fees such as insurance and student levies .

You don’t need to submit a separate application for a Wellington Doctoral Scholarship—the application is part of your overall PhD admission application. Scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis and availability is limited.

Te Herenga Waka Māori Doctoral Scholarship

These scholarships are open to all Māori candidates who intend to enrol for a doctorate at Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington. Applicants will automatically be considered for the scholarship at the time they apply for admission.

Wellington Pasifika Doctoral Scholarship

These scholarships are open to all domestic Pasifika candidates who intend to enrol for a Doctorate at Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington. Applicants will automatically be considered for the scholarship at the time they apply for admission.

Guaranteed scholarships

If you've achieved a grade point average (GPA) of 8.5 or above (based on the standard doctoral GPA calculation methods) in your qualifying Master's or Honours degree (completed at a New Zealand university within 12 months prior to application) you are guaranteed a Wellington Doctoral Scholarship to support your PhD.

Other funding opportunities

There are a number of ways in which the University can help you with your finances throughout your study. You can find out more on our funding page for current doctoral students .

Student Loans

If you are a New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or refugee, you may be eligible to apply for a Student Loan to fund your doctoral study. Find out more information from  StudyLink .

New Zealand - Global Research Alliance Doctoral Scholarship (NZ-GRADS)

Various/a year

Number of awards

Eligibility Criteria

Previous criteria are non-negotiable:

• Your PhD study must be conducted in New Zealand (not from a distance)
• You cannot hold citizenship or permanent residency status in New Zealand or Australia
• You must be from a developing country.
• You can only apply to one of the available projects.

This scholarship offers:

• New Zealand University annual tuition fees and associated student levies up to a total of NZ $10,000 NZD per year 
• An annual living stipend of NZ $40,696 NZD per year (tax free)
• Medical insurance cover up to NZ $700 NZD per year 
• Visa application costs to a maximum of NZ $1,000 NZD 
• Return flights to New Zealand up to a maximum of NZ $6,000 NZD 
• Book and thesis preparation allowance of up to NZ $1,500 NZD (one-off)

Value period: 3 years 

How to apply?

The NZGRADs applications are now closed. More information about future rounds will be published soon. To complete this application, you will need to upload the following documents:

• Evidence of citizenship for every country for which you hold citizenship
• Meet the requirements to enroll for a PhD programme at the selected University
• Academic transcripts, grading scale and certificates of completion
• Curriculum Vitae
• One page Motivation letter highlighting why you would be the best candidate for the project you selected.

You will also need to provide the names and emails of two academic referees for your references.

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Doctor of Philosophy – PhD

A prestigious research qualification that demonstrates your ability to carry out independent and original research in your chosen field.

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• Fees & scholarships

Type of qualification

Level of study.

Once you’ve graduated with a bachelor’s degree – or have equal experience – you can study at the postgraduate level. Doctoral qualifications require additional entry requirements.

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Our courses follow the New Zealand Qualification Framework (NZQF) levels.

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Study a Doctor of Philosophy – PhD

To do a PhD you need to have a passion and commitment for your discipline.

The degree is awarded for a thesis that demonstrates your ability to carry out independent and original research. It also needs to provide a significant contribution to the knowledge and understanding of a field of study.

Opportunities for research and career development

Developing effective communication skills are prioritised at Massey. We support you with research communications events such as the 3MT (Three-Minute Thesis) competition. 

We also place great importance on personal effectiveness. We offer you the opportunity to do the Strengths@Massey programme. This supports the building of good relationships with supervisors and peers and informs effective ways of achieving research outputs.

We also provide opportunities for intensive writing through our three-day thesis writing boot camps. You are provided with the support and infrastructure that allows you to dedicate your time to writing without any distractions

Research training

You will have access to a whole suite of workshops through support services such as the library, the Centre for Teaching & Learning, Career Hub and the Graduate Research School. These include:

• highly tailored writing sessions
• training on using databases and data management
• project management
• understanding research funding
• applying for a grant through to intercultural communications
• entrepreneurship and innovation.

You can find more information on our  prospective doctoral students pages.

A PhD is a good fit if you:

• want a research career in industry or academia
• have a passion for your subject
• wish to become an expert in your field.

Admission to Massey

All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.

• Massey University entry requirements

Specific requirements

To enter the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme you will:

• have completed a postgraduate bachelor's (honours) or master's degree with First Class Honours or Second Class Honours (Division I) B+ equivalent, or equivalent qualification
• have sufficient independent research experience to satisfy the Doctoral Research Committee that you have the capacity to successfully undertake the programme.

Massey University’s Doctoral Research Committee administers the PhD. Registration must be supported by the relevant Head of School/Centre who will agree to provide supervision and facilities for your research.

Please note that there are more applicants than places on the programme. If you meet the above conditions you will also go through a selection process including an interview. If successful in this process, you will be offered a place.

English language requirements:

Academic IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0* - this must be achieved in one sitting; or a minimum TOEFL iBT of 90 overall (minimum of 20 in writing). These tests are valid for two years.

*Note: The Institute of Education requires an overall score of 6.5, with a minimum of 7 in Reading and Writing and a minimum of 6 in Listening and Speaking.

• English language requirements

International qualifications

International qualifications will be assessed in terms of their broad equivalence to a Massey honours or master’s degree with Grade Point Equivalency. Typically this should be 75% or B+. Admissions with Equivalent Status will be used to assess the quality and ranking of the overseas institution.

• Admissions with equivalent status information

A qualifying degree, like domestic qualifications, must include a supervised research component such as a substantial thesis or dissertation and previous research methods study is recommended.

Academic references

You must supply good academic references. The referees should know you in an academic capacity. At least one should be a supervisor for the research component of your most recent qualification (honours/masters). Contact them before you submit your application. Follow up to make sure they have received the request. We do not accept personal friends or relatives as referees.

Documents you need to provide

Following the admission screening stage, we may request verified copies of the following documents:

• transcripts for all tertiary qualifications, master's, bachelor's etc, even if these are incomplete
• grading legends for all tertiary qualifications
• all graduation certificates, unless completion is noted on the transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae
• references to any publications you have
• English language test results (if you are from a country where English is not the first language)
• evidence of your citizenship.

Please make sure you have all of these ready before applying as it will speed up the application process.

Maximum time limits for completion

There are maximum time limits for this qualification. If you do not complete within the maximum time, you may be required to re-apply for the qualification if you wish to continue your studies.

More information

• Read the  regulations  for this programme thoroughly
• Contact us through the Get advice button on this page if you have any questions.

Official regulations

Review this important information before you apply for this programme. This gives you full details of the rules and regulations about what you need to study and what you must achieve in order to graduate with this qualification. That includes structure, courses and requirements.

Returning students

For returning students, there may be changes to the majors and minors available and the courses you need to take. Go to the section called ‘Transitional Provisions’ in the Regulations to find out more.

In some cases the qualification or specialisation you enrolled in may no longer be taking new enrolments, so may not appear on these web pages. To find information on the regulations for these qualifications go to the Massey University Calendar.

Please contact us through the Get advice button on this page if you have any questions.

Structure of the Doctor of Philosophy

If you are interested in a PhD at Massey, you should consult with the postgraduate coordinator for the specific subject area you are interested in.

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International students are required to have appropriate insurance cover. Massey has a default cover, StudentSafe, which is the preferred insurance provider.

If you have any questions, contact us through the Get advice button on this page.

Courses and specialisations

Credit summary, 360 credits.

Requirements include the completion of a thesis which includes a provisional year. This means your progress will be assessed after 9-12 months (full-time) or 12-16 months (part-time) before you are fully registered as a PhD candidate.

You will be required to report on your progress every six months.

The final examination process includes the submission of a written document (thesis) and an oral defence. If you are in the Creative Arts, the examination may include an exhibition/installation/performance, with an exegesis, and oral defence.

Course planning key

Fees and scholarships, fees, student loans and free fees scheme.

Your tuition fees may be different depending on the courses you choose. Your exact fees will show once you have chosen your courses.

There will also be some compulsory non-tuition fees and for some courses, there may also be charges for things such as study resources, software, trips and contact workshops.

• Get an estimate of the tuition fees for your qualification
• View a list of non-tuition fees that may be payable

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Student loans (StudyLink) and Fees Free scheme

You may be eligible for a student loan to help towards paying your fees.

The New Zealand Government offers fees-free tertiary study for eligible domestic students. Find out more about the scheme and your eligibility on the Fees Free website. To use the site's eligibility checking tool, you will need your National Student Number.

Current and returning Massey students can find their National Student Number in the student portal.

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Doctoral fees

You can start your PhD study at anytime throughout the academic year.

Normally you will pay full tuition fees from the start of each calendar year, with the exception of the first and final year of your study, which may be a partial year, depending on your start date.

Fees are not charged once you submit your thesis for examination.

The New Zealand government provides all international PhD students with a government subsidized scholarship which allows international students to pay tuition at the domestic fee rate. As part of the Immigration New Zealand student visa requirement, you will need to pay your full first year tuition fee at the time of accepting your Offer of Place and before you can enrol.

• Find out more about fees

Scholarship and award opportunities

• Alex C P Chu Trade for Training Scholarship
• Amelia Earhart Fellowship
• Antarctica NZ Postgraduate Research Scholarships
• ANZMES research funding opportunities
• Asia New Zealand Foundation Postgraduate Research Grants
• BRANZ Postgraduate Scholarships
• Catherine Baxter Dairy Scholarship
• China Scholarship Council (CSC) - Massey University PhD Scholars Programme
• Colin Aiken Plant Breeding Bursary
• Edward & Isabel Kidson Scholarships
• Farmers' Union Scholarship
• Garrick Latch Postgraduate Travel Grants
• George Mason Sustainable Land Use Scholarship
• Gosling Ornamental Horticulture Bursary
• Helen E. Akers Postgraduate Scholarship
• Henry Kelsey Research Scholarships
• Heseltine Ecology Bursary
• He Whenua Taurikura PhD Scholarships
• HOPE Foundation Scholarship for Research on Ageing
• HSANZ Leukaemia & Blood Cancer New Zealand (LBC) - New Investigator PhD Scholarship
• Hurley Fraser Postgraduate Scholarship
• Joe Walding Memorial Bursary
• Johannes August Anderson Postgraduate Scholarship
• John Hodgson Pastoral Science Scholarship
• John Waller Doctoral Scholarship
• Julie Alley Bursary
• Leonard Condell Farming PhD Scholarship
• Leonard Condell Farming Postgraduate Scholarship
• Lois Turnbull Postgraduate Scholarship
• Macmillan Brown Agricultural Research Scholarship
• Mary Mallon Memorial Scholarship
• Massey Singapore Food Technology PhD Scholarship
• Massey University Alumni Doctoral Scholarship
• Massey University Doctoral Scholarship
• Massey University Pacific Success Scholarship for Doctoral Students
• Millar Massey Buchanan Scholarship
• Murray and Terry Scholarship
• NZ Pork Industry Postgraduate Scholarship
• OSOF Postgraduate Student Research Scholarship
• Peter Densem Postgraduate Scholarship
• PhD Scholarship: Hazing and deterring NZ wildlife during pollution events
• Professor Ren Jizhou Scholarship
• RHT Bates Postgraduate Scholarship
• Ross Beever Memorial Mycological Award
• Sasakawa Fellowship Fund for Japanese Language Education (SFFJLE) Postgraduate Scholarship
• Sinclair Cummings Veterinary and Animal Sciences Scholarship
• Sports Turf Scholarship
• Sydney Campbell Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship
• Taranaki Tree Crops Scholarship
• The Agricultural Life Sciences PhD Travel Grant
• The Centenary History of New Zealand and the First World War Heritage Scholarship
• The Ryoichi Sasakawa Young Leaders Fellowship Fund (Sylff) Postgraduate Scholarship
• William Reed Scholarship

Fees disclaimer

This information is for estimation purposes only. Actual fees payable will be finalised on confirmation of enrolment. Unless otherwise stated, all fees shown are quoted in New Zealand dollars and include Goods and Services Tax, if any. Before relying on any information on these pages you should also read the University's Disclaimer Notice .

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Updated on 09 november, 2023.

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Doing a PhD in New Zealand is an academic decision worth considering, especially for those looking to advance their careers globally. A PhD in New Zealand for Indian students promises to be hugely rewarding. The country is one of the top global destinations for PhD programs, offering robust course frameworks with intensive theses. 

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Why study phd in new zealand, best universities for phd in new zealand, applying for phd courses in new zealand, eligibility for phd in new zealand, scholarship for phd in new zealand.

• Cost of doing PhD in New Zealand

Career Prospects after PhD in New Zealand

Frequently asked questions.

A PhD in New Zealand for international students is rewarding for the following reasons: 

• You can study at the best universities in New Zealand for PhD courses globally acclaimed, offering cutting-edge academic and research infrastructure. 
• New Zealand also provides comparatively affordable tuition costs and a wide range of curricular and co-curricular interests/activities. 
• New Zealand is famed for its research opportunities in almost all fields and subjects of study while being home to globally famous finance , engineering and science centres. 
• All eight major universities in the country have public regulation, funding, and accreditation by the government. 

Here are the top institutions for doing PhD courses in New Zealand.

Universities have varying criteria for admissions. There are a few options for a PhD in New Zealand without IELTS .  

 You will have to show your capabilities for doing research independently while proving that your work will contribute to the subject or field of study. You have to meet all the qualification requirements and understand the PhD requirements in New Zealand for international students before applying. Here are the next few steps: 

• Submit your research proposal with the application. 
• Universities in New Zealand do not consider direct applications. You should contact a supervisor via email, introducing yourself and summarizing the purpose of your research study. 
• After emailing the supervisor, you can directly apply to the institution with your research proposal and documents.

• Undergraduate degree within the 2:1 framework or any equivalent system. 
• Master’s degree that demonstrates knowledge of your chosen subject. 
• Viable research proposal and project. 
• Clarity on your research goals. 

 Following are the PhD scholarships for Indian students in New Zealand: 

• University Of Waikato Tuition Scholarship 
• University Of Auckland – Summer Research Scholarships
• AIWA Lucy Kasparian Aharonian Scholarship
• Keith And Dorothy Mackay Postgraduate Travelling Scholarships 
• Wellington Doctoral Submission Scholarship
• Lincoln University Doctoral Scholarships in New Zealand
• The University of Otago – Noni Wright Scholarships in New Zealand
• Sir Ratanji Dalal Research Scholarship
• SCAR Fellowships in Antarctic Research
• D.V. Bryant Trust University of Waikato Scholarship 
• MobilitySeeker Outdoor Sports Scholarship 
• John Monash Scholarships
• OECD CRP Research Fellowships
• Tan Kah Kee Postgraduate Scholarships

Cost of doing PhD in New Zealand 

New Zealand offers comparatively affordable PhD options for international students. You can study for roughly NZD 6,500-9,000 per year (full-time), which equates to around INR 3.3-4.5 lakhs. The program tenure may hover between three to four years on average. PhD graduates have eligible for three-year work visas after completing their courses.  

Documents Required

• Personal Statement. 
• Academic transcripts. 
• Passport (valid). 
• English language proficiency test scores. 
• References. 
• New Zealand student visa. 

A PhD program in New Zealand opens doors to fulfilling career opportunities. PhD graduates can work full-time in flourishing sectors such as law , writing , research, and investment banking. Depending on the field and prospects, they may earn up to NZD 156,000 or roughly INR 78 lakhs. Popular job roles include environmentalist, data, research, and food scientist, senior lecturer, policy advisor, research and development engineer, ecologist, chief technology officer, professor, product development manager, senior mechanical engineer, and research fellow. 

Disclaimer! All course fees and salaries are approximate amounts subject to change depending on various conditions.

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Is a PhD in New Zealand free?

The PhD courses are not free in New Zealand. However, unlike many other globally acclaimed study destinations, the country does not charge sky-high fees for these courses. Many scholarship options offer full funding. New international PhD candidates can pay the same annual costs in tuition as local New Zealand peers. However, you should stay in the country for the entire doctoral program tenure. You may obtain funding for your PhD degree via university or government scholarships and other charitable/industry-based bursaries.

Can PhD students work in New Zealand?

PhD students get special three-year work visas upon course completion. At the same time, their work rights are unlimited under their student visas. Student visas mostly allow full-time aspirants to work for up to 20 hours every week and 40 hours every week during breaks and holidays. Ph.D. students can work for up to 40 hours every week throughout the year. Upon completing the PhD course, you can apply for the first 12 months of your post-study work visa. After that, once you find employment, you can apply for another two years with your employer’s support.

How to study PhD in New Zealand without IELTS

You can take the TOEFL test if that is what you are more comfortable with. Or you may provide proof of studying Classes VIII-XII with English being the instructional medium in your home nation. You can also submit scores of other language proficiency tests like CAE, PTE , ESOL, and more.

How do you get funding for a PhD in New Zealand?

You can apply for various industry and government scholarships, university-based assistantships, and charitable and industry-based grants. There are many types of scholarships available, including some which offer total funding for PhD courses and living costs. You must meet the eligibility criteria of the university/institution. For example, the University of Auckland offers doctoral scholarships only to those with a GPA of 8 or more in their qualifying programs from any university in New Zealand

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PhD in New Zealand: Top Universities, Popular Programs, and Admissions

Shahid Murshed

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• Study Options : Besides full-time and part-time options, you can study fully funded PhD programs.
• Admission Criteria : Statement of research and dissertation papers are required for admission to the majority of the universities for PhD in USA.
• Job Opportunities : Upon successful completion of your PhD in New Zealand, you can get high paying jobs with a salary of 84,000 NZD.
• Work Permit : Upon degree completion, you can get a 3-year post-study work visa. Moreover, there is no limit to the working hours during your study.
• Other Benefits : New Zealand treats children of PhD scholars as domestic students and provides free tuition for them. Additionally, your spouse or partner can get an open work permit.

If you are interested in getting a fully funded doctoral degree, then a PhD in New Zealand can be a good option for you. The duration of the course varies from university to university varying from 3-4 years full-time and 6-8 years part-time. The University of Auckland, the University of Otago, University of Canterbury are among the top universities in New Zealand for PhD. Some of the popular PhD programs in New Zealand for international students are Psychology, Physics, Pharmacy, Mechanical Engineering and others. PhD in New Zealand requirements are as follows

• 60-65% marks in previous academics (equivalent to a GPE of 6.0 on a 9.0 grading scale)
• Completion of research-focused honors or master’s degree, at First or Second Class (Division I) Honors or Distinction level (or equivalent qualifications)
• Minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or TOEFL score of 90
• GMAT or GRE scores for business management or international business studies
• 2-3 letters of reference
• Statement of Research Intent
• Attach Unofficial Transcripts
• Statement of purpose
• Dissertation or thesis and any relevant research publications
• A birth certificate or passport

The average annual tuition fees for doctorate NZ programs vary from 6,500 to 9,000 NZD, which is the same as domestic students. But what after a PhD in New Zealand? After PhD in New Zealand, you are eligible for a 3 year post-study work visa. Moreover, your partner or spouse can apply for an open work visa for the duration of your studies. What else? New Zealand treats the kids of PhD scholars as domestic students and provides free tuition for them.

Why Study PhD in New Zealand

Here are a few reasons why international students should pursue PhD in New Zealand

• PhD in New Zealand cost is similar to domestic tuition fees, starting from 6,500 NZD.
• After completing a PhD in New Zealand, international students can earn an average annual salary of NZD 84,000 equivalent to 42.72 lakhs INR. Additionally, there is no limit on the hours you can work while studying in New Zealand
• After completing, you are eligible to apply for a 3-year post study work visa. Moreover, your partner or spouse can apply for an open work visa for the duration of your studies.
• Pursuing PhD in New Zealand will offer international students a high return on investment of 120%.
• According to the 2024 QS World University Rankings, there are the top 7 universities which are among the top 500 that offer the PhD in New Zealand

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Universities in New Zealand for PhD

• Admission Requirements
• Cost of Living

All of New Zealand’s universities are ranked in the top 3% in the world by QS World University Rankings. So yes, if you are willing to study doctorate in New Zealand, high quality education is assured. Some of the top universities offering PhD in New Zealand for international students.

Note: 1 NZD= 51.70 INR as of May 31, 2024

Popular PhD Programs in New Zealand

Below is the table showcasing the popular PhD programs in New Zealand for international students.

PhD in New Zealand Admission Requirements

Below are the university-specific admission requirements for international students to ensure they meet the application deadlines. All the required documents, along with exams to study in New Zealand , are listed below.

Cost of Living in New Zealand

Apart from the tuition fees, you need to cover the annual living expenses. The tuition fees for PhD in New Zealand range from 6,500 to 9,000 NZD per year. For the cost of living in New Zealand , refer below

PhD in New Zealand with Full Scholarship

You have the option to study fully funded PhD programs in New Zealand. Universities offer full scholarships to waive the tuition fees. Some of the scholarships available for PhD in New Zealand , along with the eligibility criteria and awards are tabulated below.

Jobs After PhD in New Zealand

After completing a PhD in New Zealand for Indian students, you can get high-paying jobs in New Zealand . Fisher Paykel Healthcare, Fonterra, Metservice, Auckland University are among the notable institutions where you can join. The following presentation showcases job titles available to those with New Zealand PhD programs, along with the average salaries offered:

You can consider the aforementioned details while looking for a regular and fully funded PhD in New Zealand. When considering studying in New Zealand, it is important to look toward job opportunities after graduation. Graduates can make high ROI with good career prospects in New Zealand. Some of the universities also offer PhD in New Zealand without IELTS.

Ques: What are the general entry requirements for a PhD in New Zealand?

Ans : To apply for a PhD program in New Zealand, you need a master's degree or a bachelor's degree with first-class honors in a relevant field. Additionally, you must submit a detailed research proposal outlining your intended research, its significance, and methodology.

Ques: How much does it cost to do a PhD in New Zealand?

Ans : The annual tuition fees for PhD students in New Zealand range between NZD 6,500 and NZD 9,000 for international students, depending on the university and program. Living costs are estimated at around NZD 20,000 to NZD 25,000 per year, covering accommodation, food, transportation, and other personal expenses.

Ques: What are the funding options available for a PhD in New Zealand?

Ans : Funding options include university scholarships, grants, and fellowships. The New Zealand Government offers the New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships (NZIDRS), which cover tuition fees and provide a living allowance. Additionally, students can seek research assistantships and part-time work opportunities to help with expenses.

Ques: What are the benefits of pursuing a PhD in New Zealand?

Ans : Pursuing a PhD in New Zealand offers several benefits. The universities are known for their high-quality education and research excellence, and degrees from New Zealand are internationally recognized and respected. Furthermore, international PhD graduates can apply for a three-year post-study work visa, which allows them to gain work experience in New Zealand after graduation.

Ques: What is the typical duration and structure of a PhD program in New Zealand?

Ans : A PhD program in New Zealand typically takes 3 to 4 years to complete full-time. The program is primarily research-focused with minimal coursework. If chosen part-time, a PhD in New Zealand will take 6-8 years to complete.​ ​

Ques. How much does it cost to do a PhD in New Zealand?

Ans . The total cost of pursuing PhD in New Zealand can be calculated by adding the total annual tuition fees and cost of living in New Zealand. The annual tuition fee for PhD in New Zealand is 6,800 NZD to 91,864 NZD, equivalent to 3.45 lakhs to 46.72 lakhs INR. The cost of living in New Zealand includes the Rent, Mobile Phone and Internet, Electricity, Meals, Transportation and Personal expenses. Living in New Zealand costs more than in India. The average annual cost of living in New Zealand is NZD 6,603 (3.35 lakhs INR).

Ques. Is PhD in New Zealand fully funded?

Ans . Many top universities in New Zealand offer scholarships to international students to pursue a PhD. Some scholarships are University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship, University of Otago Doctoral Scholarship, Vice-Chancellor’s Doctoral Scholarship, Wellington Doctoral Scholarship and Vice Chancellor's International Excellence Scholarship for India. The value of the award is up to NZD 30,000 (15.25 lakhs INR) which will cover the annual living allowance and the cost of your tuition.

Ques. Is IELTS required for PhD in New Zealand?

Ans . Proficiency in English is mandatory for pursuing PhD in New Zealand. International students must have TOEFL scores of 80 to 90 or IELTS scores of 6.0 to 6.5.

Ques. Who is eligible for PhD in New Zealand?

Ans . The eligibility criteria for international students to pursue PhD in New Zealand vary according to the programs and universities.

Here are the common eligibility criteria for PhD in New Zealand:

• Grades: GPE of 6.0 on a 9.0 grading scale or 60-65%
• Applicants require completion of research-focused honours or master’s degree, at First or Second Class (Division I) Honours or Distinction level (or equivalent qualifications).
• Proficiency in the English language is mandatory for international students who are not natives of English-speaking countries.
• English Language Proficiency Score: -  TOEFL iBT : overall 80-90 -  IELTS : Overall 6.5-6.0

Ques. Is New Zealand good for PhD?

Ans . Yes, PhD in New Zealand offers a strong return on investment as graduates can earn up to NZD 84,000 equivalent to 42.72 lakhs INR. Universities in New Zealand offer various scholarships to PhD students to help them manage their financial burden. PhD scholarships cover stipends, tuition fees and living expenses.

Ques. Can I stay in New Zealand after PhD?

Ans . Yes, International students can work in New Zealand on a student visa, which permits part-time work during the academic term and full-time work during holidays. After completing their studies, a Post Study New Zealand Work Visa offers up to 3 years for master's or doctoral graduates to work and build a career in the country.

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Hello everyone.

I am kinda confused about PhD funding in NZ universities, as most do it mainly through a Doctoral Scholarship Program, that funds a limited and undisclosed number of students.

Most seem to rely on GPA and some research achievements. But that makes me wonder, how competitive is funding through such scholarships (i.e. success rate)?

So, any experience or opinion would be useful to get a better insight about PhD funding in NZ universities, but specially for a computer science and engineering degree.

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Find out the fees you will pay when studying a doctoral programme.

You can find the estimated 2024 domestic, and 2024 and 2025 international student tuition fees for doctoral programmes in the tables below.

Student Services Fee

In addition to the tuition fees below, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.88 per point, estimated at $1,065.60 for full time study (120 points) in 2024.

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*To be eligible for the domestic PhD fee, you must reside in New Zealand for the duration of your doctoral programme. However, you may undertake research activities overseas during your doctoral programme for a cumulative total of no more than 12 months.

As an international student, you are required to have health and travel insurance. See, Health and travel insurance.

International PhD students pay domestic fees

If you are a new international PhD student, you will pay the same annual tuition fee as New Zealand PhD students. The 2024 PhD tuition fee is NZ$7,874.40 per annum.

In additional to the tuition fee, there is a Student Services Fee estimated at $1,065.60 for full-time study.

To be eligible for the domestic PhD fee, you must reside in New Zealand for the duration of your doctoral programme. However, you may undertake research activities overseas during your doctoral programme for a cumulative total of no more than 12 months.

Other benefits for international PhD students

• Your dependent children are classified as domestic students and can attend New Zealand’s primary and secondary schools at the same subsidised rate as New Zealand children.
• Your spouse/partner is eligible for an open work permit valid for the duration of your PhD programme.
• As a PhD student you have unlimited work rights under the terms of your student visa.
• On completion of your PhD, you can apply for a three-year post study open work visa through Immigration New Zealand, which allows you to work for any employer in New Zealand. During the period of this work visa, you may be eligible to apply for residence under the skilled migrant instructions, provided you meet the points requirement set out by Immigration New Zealand. 

How to pay fees as a doctoral student

Tuition fees will be applied after you are enrolled by the School of Graduate Studies. Tuition fees are normally due at the end of the first month of enrolment.

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Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora is freezing the hiring of graduate nurses into the hospital system, the nurses' union NZNO says.

It said Health NZ was pausing the mid-year intakes of nurse entry to practice and specialist practice.

The programmes provided graduates with support and professional development to facilitate their transition during their first year of practice.

NZNO chief executive Paul Goulter told Morning Report it was worrying that the health agency had changed its tune after previously committing to the permanent employment of new graduates.

But Health NZ denied the pause in the recruitment of graduate nurses.

"What they're saying is they will recruit all of the graduate nurses and what they're not saying is there is a budget in place and that they cannot go past that budget," Goulter said.

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He said the budget cap was worrying the sector.

The agreement was that the public health system and hospitals "would employ New Zealand-trained graduate nurses as they came out of their degree programmes".

Alternatively, they would be placed in primary health or age residential care.

"There is an absolute shortage of nurses and it's acute in various areas."

The statistics were "terrible" in mental health, emergency, oncology, and women's health, Goulter said.

It did not make sense to lower the number of NZ-trained graduate nurses being hired.

"We need more of them. We're using internationally qualified nurses, immigrant nurses at the moment, but that does not and cannot substitute for the need to train our own and give them good jobs.

"What been we've been told is that no longer can they guarantee every graduate nurse a job."

Goulter said no guarantee of a job from Te Whatu Ora would "disincentivise nurses to go into training or for those nurses that are coming out of training to stay inside the system".

In a statement, Health NZ chief nurse Nadine Gray said there was no pause in the recruitment of graduate nurses.

"Any statements saying otherwise are incorrect.

"The graduate process is still underway; applicants have expressed their preferences and matching is happening across the sector."

Health NZ was continuing to employ graduate nurses where vacancies were available, Gray said.

The health sector in New Zealand was bigger than just Health NZ, she said, and graduates could also be employed in primary and community care, aged residential care or public health.

However, Goulter said those who found jobs in other areas would be disadvantaged by the wage disparity than what they would earn with Health NZ.

Health NZ declined to be interviewed by Morning Report .

'Set the record straight' - grad nurse

Third-year nursing student Sarah was shocked about the potential recruitment freeze.

"We've been told our entire degree that we're in such demand and that New Zealand's crying out for nurses. Here we are fully New Zealand-trained, and potentially facing hiring freezes.

"My fiancé is a high school science teacher and as soon as I told him the news ... his first reaction was, 'Well, I guess we'll go to Australia'."

Sarah said students needed certainty.

"Someone needs to set the record straight officially, or you're going to have a lot of new grad nurses that are not going to sit registration in a month and will go somewhere else."

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Health NZ denies hiring freeze on graduate nurses amid union outrage

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Watch: Te Whatu Ora has denied union claims that it's instituted a freeze on hiring student nurses. Credits: Video - Newshub; Image - Getty Images.

Health NZ has denied there is a hiring freeze on recruiting graduate nurses after the nursing union called the agency out for going back on their agreement. 

New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO) said it was outraged Health NZ was "freezing the employment of graduate nurses into the hospital system". 

NZNO said the mid-year intake of programmes to facilitate graduates in their transition during their first year of practice will be paused, apart from those who are recruited externally into specialist services. 

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NZNO chief executive Paul Goulter called out Health NZ for "a lack of commitment from Health NZ to grow and develop New Zealand’s nursing workforce". 

"Te Whatu Ora previously committed to the permanent employment of new graduates through the Safe Staffing Care Capacity Management Accord. It is outrageous that they are now going back on that agreement. 

"We are still in a nursing crisis. As a country we do not train enough nurses to meet our own needs and we rely heavily on internationally qualified nurses to fill the gap. We desperately need more homegrown nurses." 

A nursing student told Newshub their cohort had already interviewed for places at Health NZ and were expecting job offers next month. 

However, Health NZ said there was no pause on recruitment of graduate nurses. 

"Any statements saying otherwise are incorrect. The graduate process is still underway, applicants have expressed their preferences and matching is happening across NZ," Health NZ chief nurse Nadine Gray said. 

"We continue to employ graduate nurses, focusing on areas where we have vacancies. Aside from Health NZ, graduate nurses may also be employed in primary/community care, aged residential care or public health." 

Appearing on RNZ , Goulter stuck by his statement. 

"What they're not saying is they will recruit all of the graduate nurses. What they're not saying is there is a budget in place and that they cannot go past that budget," Goulter said. 

"When they are talking about not pausing anything, the pieces that aren't in that media release are to do with a budgeted cap on graduate nurses and this is what is really worrying the sector." 

He said the union has been told Health NZ can no longer guarantee every graduate nurse a job and this would disincentivise nurses from training. 

While some graduates will be able to find work in other areas of the health system, they would likely earn less. Public hospital workers are typically paid more than nurses at services like Māori and iwi health providers, GPs, aged residential care facilities, Plunket and community health. 

It comes as Health NZ, in efforts to reduce spending, ordered a hiring freeze on all non-frontline roles.  

In an email sent to staff last week, which Newshub has seen, all organisational roles that did not deal directly with patients or the community were paused.  

"Thanks for your support in this ongoing effort to keep us within budget while still maintaining vital frontline services," the email said.  

Earlier this year, Newshub obtained an email from Health NZ to the sector, saying because it's currently operating in a deficit, restrictions are needed including encouraging staff to take annual leave, banning double shifts, enforcing lunch breaks to avoid extra payments and no cover for sick staff, excluding night shifts. 

National cancer drug promise: Pharmac Minister won’t guarantee those 13 drugs will be funded

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The minister responsible for Pharmac, David Seymour, can't guarantee the 13 cancer drugs in National's election policy would be funded. Photo / Alex Burton

The minister responsible for New Zealand’s drug-buying agency Pharmac is at odds with the Minister of Health over the Government ’s commitment to funding the provision of 13 new cancer drugs .

Pharmac Minister David Seymour today said he couldn’t guarantee the 13 drugs outlined in the National Party ’s election policy would be funded as it hadn’t yet been agreed by Cabinet and it threatened Pharmac’s negotiating ability .

However, his comments differed from those made by Health Minister Dr Shane Reti , who yesterday seemingly left no doubt the Government would fund the same 13 cancer drugs National had promised ahead of the election.

The difference in position will likely add to the uncertainty felt by cancer patients and advocacy organisations, which has been building since Budget day when it appeared the Government was abandoning the policy.

The policy, campaigned on by National ahead of the 2023 election, promised to fund 13 cancer treatments which were unavailable in New Zealand.

The list of drugs had been identified in a 2022 Cancer Control Agency report. Some experts and advocates, including those in that report, have questioned whether other or more modern drugs would be more effective.

The Government’s Budget this year didn’t include funding for the policy, prompting widespread criticism and forcing the Government to come up with a solution to honour the commitment. No timeline has been offered regarding an announcement on the future of the policy, except that it would be implemented by the end of the year.

Reti, a National MP, yesterday admitted the Government had poorly communicated the policy’s future but he stood by his party’s policy, guaranteeing the same 13 drugs would be funded.

“We had made a commitment to these people and they saw themselves in this policy and so we’re going to deliver that policy,” he said yesterday.

Today, while in select committee, Seymour said the Government would work to honour the coalition agreements.

In the agreement between National and New Zealand First, it promised to give Kiwis access to “13 more cancer treatments”. It did not specify whether those 13 treatments were the same as those promised in National’s policy.

Seymour told select committee members it was possible the Government could make new policy regarding this commitment that would still satisfy the coalition agreement.

He stated his commitment to the “neutrality” of Pharmac’s decision-making as it wasn’t preferable for Pharmac to be “playing their poker with its cards on the table” when it was negotiating with drug companies.

Labour has criticised the Government for the policy, saying it compromised Pharmac’s independence and would hinder the agency’s ability to secure a competitive price for those treatments.

Talking to journalists, Seymour said he couldn’t make Reti’s commitment because the Government hadn’t yet made a decision.

“I’m responsible for what I say, [Reti] may well have a different view but ultimately, we’re all going to land at the same place.

“Sometimes, people are very passionate about medicine and patients and can get quite exuberant. I’m more of a sober sort of a guy and I just go through the process and go by the book.”

He accepted the apparent difference in position could cause uncertainty for cancer patients but wouldn’t offer his thoughts on whether Reti had been wise in guaranteeing the same 13 drugs would be funded.

“I’m not here to commentate on Shane, I’m here to state my position and give the best explanation I can to the people of New Zealand about how I believe that this policy should work.

“I’d also just point out that we may well end up at a solution very much like the one that Shane has described, perhaps exactly like the one that Shane has described. This is a question of process and political procedure.”

The Herald asked Reti’s office whether he stood by his comments yesterday. A subsequent statement didn’t address the question.

Adam Pearse is a political reporter in the NZ Herald Press Gallery team, based at Parliament. He has worked for NZME since 2018, covering sport and health for the Northern Advocate in Whangārei before moving to the Herald in Auckland, covering Covid-19 and crime.

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Dear Colleague Letter: Graduate Research Internships at National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NSF-NIBIB/BETA INTERN) Supplemental Funding Opportunity

April 30, 2024

Dear Colleague:

Fostering the growth of a globally competitive and diverse research workforce and advancing the scientific and innovation skills of the Nation is a strategic objective of the National Science Foundation (NSF). The NSF and Center for Biomedical Engineering Technology Acceleration ( BETA ) housed in the National Institutes of Health (NIH)- National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering ( NIBIB ) have entered into a partnership to support the training of graduate students to meet both the NSF's strategic workforce development objectives as well the NIBIB's mission to transform through engineering the understanding of disease and its prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment and NIBIB's support of the next generation of diverse, interdisciplinary researchers across the career continuum.

This Dear Colleague Letter (DCL) describes this unique partnership with NIBIB/BETA and is aligned with and conforms with the NSF INTERN opportunity described in the Dear Colleague Letter: Non-Academic Research Internships for Graduate Students (INTERN) Supplemental Funding Opportunity . This DCL is referred to as the NSF - NIBIB/BETA INTERN DCL.

Recipients submitting an INTERN supplemental funding request are required to have a policy or code of conduct that addresses sexual harassment, other forms of harassment, and sexual assault. For more information, read about NSF policies regarding harassment .

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNDING OPPORTUNITY

NSF will consider supplemental funding requests that enable a Principal Investigator (PI) or co-PI to request up to six months of additional support for a graduate student supported on an active NSF award with the following goals:

• To provide graduate students with the opportunity to augment their research assistantships or NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) fellowships with non-academic research internship activities and training opportunities that will complement their academic research training.
• To allow graduate students to engage in professional development experiences that will enhance their preparation for multiple career pathways after graduation.
• To encourage the participation of the full spectrum of diverse talent in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

ELIGIBILITY

Recipients with awards that include funding for graduate students, including institutional Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) awards, are eligible to submit a supplemental funding request. The PI for an active GRFP fellowship (not the GRFP fellow) should contact GRFP ( [email protected] ) regarding specific requirements before submitting a supplemental funding request on behalf of a GRFP fellow.

To be supported through an INTERN supplement responding to this DCL, graduate students (including graduate research fellows) being considered must have completed at least one academic year in their graduate programs (master's or doctoral), be in good academic standing and demonstrate satisfactory progress towards their research.

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

PIs and co-PIs of NSF grants and the research advisor of the GRFP fellows are encouraged to contact Dr. Manu Platt ( [email protected] ) at NIBIB/BETA, to explore suitable opportunities for research traineeships at NIBIB/BETA in Bethesda, Maryland, for the graduate students who are supported on their NSF grants.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNDING REQUEST PREPARATION INSTRUCTIONS

Information about requesting supplemental support is contained in the NSF Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide ( PAPPG ), Chapter VI.E.5. In addition to the PAPPG requirements for supplemental support, the following materials must be included.

• A two-page summary that describes the internship
• A one-page personal statement from the graduate student describing career goals, accomplishments, and how the activity will better prepare the individual to enter the workforce.
• Research summary to include contribution(s) to research discipline
• Institution(s)
• Year of study (1st year, 2nd year, etc.)
• Completed coursework
• Employment and volunteer/outreach history
• Publications (accepted only)
• Other information relevant to the proposed internship
• A letter of collaboration from an authorized official at the host organization that describes the internship opportunity and mentoring the student will experience during the internship.
• An endorsement letter from the PI that confirms that the student meets the eligibility requirements specified in this DCL. The letter must describe how the proposed internship activity will contribute to the student's graduate education experience and how it may impact time to degree.
• A budget and a clear justification for all requested budget costs.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNDING AMOUNT

The total amount of funding requested must not exceed $55,000 per student for one six-month period. NSF plans to fund about 5-10 supplements per fiscal year, depending on the availability of funds.

PERIOD OF SUPPORT

The supplement funding will provide up to six months of support for an internship. Note: only one supplemental funding request may be submitted for a given student. A PI or co-PI may submit no more than one request per year of their award if there are multiple graduate students supported by the award, with the exception that GRFP will consider requests for internships for more than one GRFP Fellow from a single GRFP award.

Supplemental funding requests may be submitted at any time.

SUBMISSION AND REVIEW

Requests for supplemental funding must be submitted via Research.gov. A PI or Co-PI with an NSF award should contact the program director who manages the award prior to submission. GRFP INTERN supplement requests are submitted by the GRFP PI, not by the GRFP fellow or the fellow's research advisor. Requests for supplemental funding submitted in response to this DCL will be reviewed internally by NSF program directors. All supplements are subject to (a) the availability of funds and (b) merit review of the supplemental funding request.

SPECIAL AWARD CONDITION

Intellectual Property Rights: Internships under this DCL are considered equivalent to traineeships. The National Science Foundation and the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering claims no rights to any inventions or writings that might result from its traineeship awards. However, trainees should be aware that NSF, another Federal agency, or some private party may acquire such rights through other support for particular research. Also, trainees should note their obligation to include an Acknowledgment and Disclaimer in any publication.

For further information, please contact: Dr. Prakash Balan, [email protected] .

Susan Marqusee, Assistant Director Directorate for Biological Sciences (BIO)

Dilma Da Silva, Acting Assistant Director Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE)

James L. Moore III, Acting Assistant Director Directorate for Education and Human Resources (EDU)

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Alexandra Isern, Assistant Director Directorate for Geosciences (GEO)

C. Denise Caldwell, Acting Assistant Director Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS)

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Kendra Sharp, Office Head Office of International Science and Engineering (OISE)

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Phd 2024/25 in NEUROSCIENCE

The aim of the doctorate in neuroscience is to make candidates able to acquire an autonomous capacity for scientific research that highlights creative originality and methodological rigor. Professional training will allow students to acquire the knowledge of scientific methodologies tools and investigation techniques. Students will then choose to direct their interest mainly on some specific investigation techniques in a specific branch of neurobiology. The technical-scientific training will be completed with the attendance of highly qualified and biotechnologically advanced foreign laboratories with which our university has reports of an active scientific collaboration, such as the University of Harvard, Oregon and the Alabama, Columbia University, Northwestern University, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (USA), the University of Montréal (Canada) but also in Europe (University of Bordeaux, France, Karolisnka Institut, Sweden). A network of scientific relations among various institutions will be nourished so that students will be an integral part of a broader scientific knowledge, not only confined to the reality of local research. Moreover, thanks to the development of laboratories in the clinical field, and the interdisciplinary nature of the teachers, it will be possible to implement research projects with a strong translational value. Fundamental, areas of clinical research that are the subject of our doctoral training programs are neurophysiology, neuropharmacology, neurology, psychiatry, child neuropsychiatry and neurosurgery. The training of the PHD students will be based on direct research experience in laboratories and clinics. It will focus on the research issues that characterize the scientific interests of each teacher “tutor” or research group. The students will be trained and educated to follow different research topics and to become increasingly independent in the technical procedures and scientific reasoning. These objectives will be achieved through a process of specific mentoring, capable of making the PhD student completely autonomous in designing and carrying out researches in neuroscience. The educational program includes a part of theoretical and practical training. Basic knowledge of neurobiology will be provided in the fields of anatomy, biochemistry, electrophysiology, pharmacology, clinical neurophysiology, pharmacology, immunology, and genetics by intensive on- line courses provided by high-level professors. To this aim, students will participate to scientific seminars on a weekly or twice-a-week schedule and they will be actively involved in on-line webinar by presenting scientific articles during journal club sessions. Moreover, we specifically examine the ability of students to present their data and those of the laboratory in which they are mainly training, as annual exam. One of the objectives for the PhD course in Neuroscience is to encourage students in learning and developing the ability to communicate scientific results in English. They will be also in contact, by modern communication tools, with the foreign teachers who are an essential part of our faculty. As a fundamental component of the training program we will be able to host with us for certain periods of time, teachers currently working in institutions different from Tor Vergata. We will also try to make it possible for students to attend to part of the scientific activities ongoing in other Neuroscience laboratories and institutes in Italy and abroad.

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