University of CanterburyPostgraduate
Scholarships for 2008
Format of seminar
Applying for scholarships
Major awards offered for postgraduate study by:
- University of Canterbury
- New Zealand Vice-Chancellors’ Committee
- Tertiary Education Commission/Foundation for
Research, Science and Technology
- Other organisations
Questions
Applying for scholarships - Scholarships Office
Providing information, application forms and advice
Administering awarding and payment of scholarships
Contact us: Enquiry counter, Level 3, Registry E-mail: [email protected]
Applying for scholarships -sources of information
Web:
www.canterbury.ac.nz/scholarships
References/links to other websites
Check monthly ‘Scholarships Noticeboard’ and ‘Latest News’
Check with Colleges and Departments/ Supervisors
Applying for scholarships – practicalities
Obtain application forms from the web/ dept/external organisation
Read the regulations – eligibility, criteria, etc Provide only information asked for Download forms and enter required
information Referees reports UC academic transcripts will be added to any
applications handled by Scholarships Office Submit application on time!
Awards for postgraduate study
University of Canterbury
New Zealand Vice-Chancellors’ Committee
Foundation for Research, Science and Technology/Tertiary Education Commission
Other organisations
Awards for postgraduate study: UoC
Brownlie Scholarship - $26,000 per EFTS Roper Scholarship in Science - $25,500 per EFTS Canterbury Scholarships - $25,000 per EFTS International Doctoral Scholarships - $25,000 per EFTS
+ return airfares Doctoral Scholarships - $20,000 per EFTS
Masters Scholarships - $10,000 per EFTS
Doctoral/Masters Students with Disabilities Scholarships – same values but longer terms
All normally non-taxable and include domestic tuition fees
Awards for postgraduate study - UoC Doctoral/Masters Scholarships
Applications close 15 October (or 15 May) Programme Director/Head of Department
comment and decide if supported Faculties rank supported applications Postgraduate Committee decides awards Notification prior to Christmas Requirements for accepting and enrolling: - Masters: accept by 15 Feb, & take up by 31 March
- Doctoral: accept within month, & take up by 1 June
Payments cannot begin before 1 January
UoC Doctoral Scholarships -tenure and value
Available for part time and full time study
EFTS-based tenure (3.00 EFTS)
Maximum of 3 years for full time study
Maximum of 4 years 7 months for part time study
$20,000 per EFTS + domestic tuition fees
$1666.66 per month for full time enrolment
$1083.33 per month for part time enrolment
May apply twice only
UoC Doctoral Scholarships -eligibility criteria (15 Oct round)
Must be eligible to enrol for PhD by 10 December
Confirmed grades (including Master’s thesis grades) must be submitted by 10 December
Transfer to PhD from Masters must be completed by 10 December, unless a qualifying degree held
Students requiring admission ad eundem statum must gain approval by 10 December
May be already enrolled in PhD but normally only in 1st or 2nd year
UoC Masters Scholarships -tenure and value
Available for part time and full time study for thesis/creative work/research of at least .75 EFTS
EFTS-based tenure (1.00 EFTS)
Maximum of 1 year for full time study
Maximum of 18 months for part time study
$10,000 per EFTS + domestic tuition fees
$833.33 per month for full time enrolment
$541.67 per month for part time enrolment
May apply once only for the same degree
UoC Masters Scholarships -eligibility criteria (15 Oct round)
Must be eligible to enrol for Masters by 10 December
Confirmed grades for qualifying courses must be submitted by 10 December
Students requiring admission ad eundem statum must gain approval by 10 December
BE(Hons) practical work must be credited by following 1 June
UCi3 Scholarships
Established in 2007 on behalf of sponsors of ICT Innovation Institute (UCi3)
Encouraging research relevant to general field of ICT (Information and Communication Technology)
In conjunction with a company or with intention of developing/commercialising product
Human interface technology, nanotechnology, bioengineering, wireless communications, database applications, geospatial
www.UCi3.com
UCi3 Scholarships
Masters $30,000 (tuition inclusive) for 1 year Applications close 15 Oct, Nov, Feb and May
PhD $30,000 per annum (tuition inclusive) for 3 years Applications close 15 Oct, Nov, Feb and May
Research Awards Top up emolument of another scholarship Normally up to $5,000 per annum for 1-3 years Apply anytime
Other UoC postgraduate scholarships
Over 30 different awards available
Most close 1 November
Wide range of subjects
New Zealand Vice-Chancellors’ Committee Scholarships
Approximately 20 different scholarships currently open for application, closing 1 October
Competed for on a national basis
Many are for overseas study
Prestigious national awards
www.nzvcc.ac.nz
Foundation for Research, Science & Technology/Tertiary Education Commission
Scholarships for PEOPLE
“Human Capital Development”
“Knowledge Economy”
“Capacity Building”
“Skills”
TIFs are administered by FRST/Research Office Masters Fellowship (including postgraduate diplomas) PhD Fellowship
Industry provides facilities, mentor etc
IN industry - exposing the student to realities of developing technology in a commercial environment
Available for science, engineering or technology research
Preference to NZ citizens or permanent residents
Technology in Industry Fellowships
TIF Education
Masters = $20,000 to student + $1,000 accommodation/travel, $5,000 to institution
PhD = $25,000 to student + $1,000 accommodation/travel, $5,000 to institution (x3)
At least 50% of time required in the business
Commercial focus required of project
www.frst.govt.nz
Technology in Industry Fellowships
Bright Futures Scholarships are administered by Tertiary Education Commission/Scholarships Office
Top Achiever Doctoral (PhD) Enterprise (3rd-4th year, Honours, Masters, PhD)
Institute provides facilities, mentor, etc
FOR industry - rewarding achievement of students, usually in conjunction with industry
Available to NZ citizens or permanent residents or Australian citizens
Bright Futures Scholarships
Top Achiever Doctoral Scholarship
Top achieving student (A to A+)
$25,000, domestic fees + $3,000 conference attendance for up to 3 years
At NZ or overseas university
Two rounds each year (closing April/May and December)
Bright Futures Scholarships
Bright Futures Scholarships
Enterprise Scholarship Excellent student (minimum B- grade)
Full-time or part-time study, min of 20% research component
50% funds from govt and 50% from enterprise
Monthly application rounds
Capped: $25,000 PhD
$20,000 Masters
$15,000 Hons, diploma or certificate
www.tec.govt.nz
Mathematics
Sciences - physical, chemical, biological, agricultural, environmental
Information, computer and communications
Applied sciences and technologies
Social sciences
Management, commerce, financial, marketing
Creative arts and humanities
Engineering - manufacturing, process, electronic
Law, tourism or hospitality
Architecture and building
Medical and health
Bright Futures Scholarships
Te Tipu Putaiao Fellowships
Support science, technology and engineering students to develop expertise and Maori knowledge research capability
Research proposals must demonstrate relevance and contribution to specified research themes.
Value:
• PhD $25,000 x 3 years + $12,500 expenses +fees
• MSc $20,000 x 2 years + $3,500 expenses + fees
Approximately 17 Fellowships available
www.frst.govt.nz
Closing dates
Enterprise Monthly 28th
Top Achiever Doctoral 12 December
Te Tipu Putaiao Maori To be confirmed
TIF At any time
Other awards …
Freemasons Scholarships University Scholarships for Hons,
Postgraduate Diploma, first year of Masters: $6,000 for one year
Postgraduate Scholarship for Masters thesis or PhD: $10,000 for one year
Awarded on academic merit and contribution to community
Both close 1 Octoberwww.freemasons.co.nz
Other awards …
National Centre for Research on Europe
Postgraduate scholarships and research awards for EU research – potentially any discipline
Tuition fees or research support
European Parliament Internship
Close 19 October
Contact NCRE
Other awards …
New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships (Education NZ) For international students who meet the
eligibility criteria Limited number available to international
students already enrolled in New Zealand Living allowance $20,500 + full fees +
travel, health and thesis allowances Next round likely to be July 2008
www.newzealandeducated.com/scholarships
Other awards …
New Zealand Postgraduate Study Abroad Awards (Education NZ)
For domestic and international students for short term study or research overseas
Includes conferences if presenting a paper
Up to $10,000 depending on actual costs
Apply 1 May for second semester and 1 November for first semester
www.newzealandeducated.com/scholarships
Other awards …
Golden Key International Honour Society International and local chapter scholarships
for academic, leadership and service excellence Golden Key Graduate Scholar Award
(US$10,000) for use worldwide at accredited universities
Role in providing community service, leadership and networking opportunities for members
www.goldenkey.canterbury.ac.nz
Other awards …
Huge range of external postgraduate scholarships available:
Open to all disciplines/levels Specific criteria – disciplines, subjects,
gender, ethnicity, region, etc. For work related to research – summer
scholarships eg Health Research Council, Child Accident Prevention Foundation, Research Office scheme
Keep checking Scholarships Noticeboard and Latest News on the web for scholarships currently open for applications