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University of Otago Doctoral Scholarship
Scholarship details
| Study levels | Ph D |
|---|---|
| Value | Value varies based on the scholarship review and approval process. |
| Close date | Sunday, 1 March 2026 |
| Ethnicities | Maori, PasifikaPacific |
| Domestic/international | Domestic Only |
About the scholarship
A strategic review of the University of Otago Doctoral Scholarship Scheme is currently underway with the goal of realigning scholarship policy with changing needs, strengthening institutional research capacity, and better supporting a diverse, high-achieving doctoral community for the future. Doctoral scholarships at the University of Otago are tenable for a period of three years with fulltime enrolment, and each award therefore represents a substantial financial commitment by the University.
Entry requirements
Eligible students with a domestic Honours or Master's degree seeking an auto-award will be expected to have achieved a GPA of 9 in the final year of their Honours degree or across their Master's programme. Quarterly allocation rounds for non-auto-award applicants will begin again in March. The rounds will include Divisional recommendations, guided by strategic priorities and based on: the applicant's research aptitude and experience; the proposed project and its innovation, public benefit, and collaboration potential (internal, external and international); and the ability for the project to be adequately supported and resourced, including the suitability and track record of the supervisory team. M膩ori and Pacific Doctoral scholarships will continue to be available with settings to be confirmed.