🇳🇿 University of Otago International Master’s Research Scholarship 2027 | Study in New Zealand
Applications are now open for the University of Otago International Master’s Research Scholarship 2027. This prestigious scholarship supports outstanding international students who wish to undertake a thesis-based Master’s degree at one of New Zealand’s leading research universities.
The scholarship is designed to help students focus on their research by providing financial support through a generous living stipend and a tuition fee waiver.
📌 Scholarship Details
- Host Country: New Zealand 🇳🇿
- Host University: University of Otago
- Scholarship Name: University of Otago International Master’s Research Scholarship
- Degree Level: Master’s (Research/Thesis-Based)
- Scholarship Type: Partially Funded (Stipend + Tuition Fee Waiver)
- Eligible Applicants: International Students
🎁 Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
✅ Annual Living Stipend of NZ$18,204
✅ Tuition Fee Waiver of up to NZ$35,000 for one year of thesis study
✅ Opportunity to study at one of New Zealand’s top-ranked universities
✅ Access to world-class research facilities and academic supervision
Please note: If your tuition fees exceed NZ$35,000, you will be responsible for paying the remaining balance.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be an international student.
- Be applying for their first Master’s qualification.
- Be enrolled in a thesis-based Master’s programme.
- Demonstrate excellent academic achievement and strong research potential.
📄 Required Documents
Applicants may need:
- Academic Certificates
- Academic Transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research Proposal (if required)
- Valid Passport
- English Language Proficiency Test Results (if applicable)
- Recommendation Letters
📝 How to Apply
Step 1
Apply for admission to a thesis-based Master’s programme at the University of Otago.
Step 2
After submitting your admission application, access the scholarship application through the University’s eVision portal when invited.
Step 3
Complete the scholarship application and upload all required documents.
Step 4
Submit your application before one of the scholarship review dates.
📅 Application Deadline
Applications are accepted throughout the year and are reviewed on:
- 1 March
- 1 June
- 1 September
- 1 November
Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
🌐 Official Application Portal
⚠️ Important Notice
- This scholarship is for the thesis component only of a Master’s degree.
- Only a limited number of scholarships are awarded each year.
- Selection is based primarily on academic excellence and research potential.
- Applications are FREE. Never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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