Scholarships for Prospective PhD Students
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Victoria Scholarships
Victoria University offers an extensive scholarship program for PhD candidates. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic excellence and/or research experience and publication record.
Applicants for Victoria scholarship funding will be considered for one of two scholarships:
Victoria PhD Scholarships
The University currently awards over 75 Victoria PhD Scholarships annually. This scholarship provides a tax-free living allowance of NZ$21,000 per annum for up to three years and covers tuition fees during the tenure of the scholarship.
Victoria Doctoral Assistantship
A further 30 candidates will be offered a Victoria Doctoral Assistantship. This scholarship provides a tax-free living allowance of NZ$15,000, tuition fees and employment in the school as a tutor or research assistant to the value of NZ$5,000 per annum for up to three years.
Who is Eligible?
All prospective and existing PhD students are eligible to apply for Victoria PhD scholarships, irrespective of residence or nationality.
How to Apply?
Prospective students use the same form to apply for both Victoria PhD funding and admission as a PhD candidate.
Click here if you are an existing PhD student or if you already have an Offer of Study
| Document | File size | File type |
|---|---|---|
 Application for PhD Admission and Victoria Scholarships |
105 KB | |
| Notes to Applicants |
51 KB | |
| Academic Referees – Confidential Report |
99 KB |
Other Scholarship Opportunities
Victoria's Scholarships Office will be able to provide you with information about other possibilities for funding:
Victoria International's webpages may also be of assistance:
Read our guide about funding opportunities for existing students
Student Allowances and Loans
If you are a New Zealand Citizen, permanent resident or refugee, you may be eligible to apply for a student allowance and/or an accommodation benefit.
See the government's Studylink website for information about student allowances
You may also be eligible to apply for a student loan to fund your PhD.