University of Waikato · New Zealand
University of Waikato Doctoral Scholarship
Doctoral scholarship supporting excellent postgraduate researchers across all subject areas.
Rolling Rolling
DestinationNew Zealand
Degree levelDoctoral, PhD
FundingFully Funded
DeadlineRolling
Eligibility at a glance
Pakistan eligibility Yes
Nationality Domestic and international doctoral applicants
Minimum qualification Offer of Place / doctoral admission application required for scholarship consideration
Minimum grade Competitive academic merit; no universal minimum stated
Prerequisite background Strong research background relevant to selected doctoral field
Eligible fields of study Arts, Business, Computing, Mathematics, Education, Health, Engineering, Law, Māori/Indigenous Studies, Science, Social Sciences, Environment
Work experience Not generally required unless programme-specific
Age limit No general age limit stated
English / language Doctoral admission requirements
Admission required first Yes
Nomination required No
Application fee Host/programme application fee may apply
What the scholarship covers
Tuition Domestic tuition fees and Student Services Fee
Stipend Up to NZ$33,000 per year for up to 36 months
Travel support Not standard
Insurance Not standard
Other benefits Four consideration rounds each year
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Verification & official source
Last verified: 8 August 2026
Deadline confidence: Rolling
Currently accepting applications; scholarship is applied for as part of the doctoral enrolment application.
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