New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships

New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships. Funded by the New Zealand Government and administered by Education New Zealand, the New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships (NZIDRS), are a significant educational opportunity. The scholarships provide financial support for international students undertaking doctoral degrees by research in New Zealand universities.

Eligibility
To be eligible for a scholarship students must:

• Be international students
• Please note that citizens of Fiji may not apply for the NZIDRS until further notice.
• Hold an ‘A’ average or equivalent in their studies to date
• Meet the requirements for direct entry into a research based doctoral degree programme at a New Zealand university. (Please note, this will include proof of English Language proficiency.)
• Provide: An Educational Credential Evaluation (ECE) Certificate. See ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ for further information including contact details for ECE and exceptions.
• Provide evidence that they have been in contact with the relevant department of their chosen institution and discussed their proposed research, research interests and the availability of appropriate supervision.
• Hold one of the following English language test scores, achieved no longer than two (2) years prior to the time of application:
• An IELTS Academic Test with an overall score of at least 6.5 with no band less than 6; or
• A TOEFL test score of at least 575, including a score of 4.5 in the Test of Written English; or
• A score of 233 in the Computer based TOEFL, including an Essay Writing score of 4.5; or
• An overall score of 100 in the Internet based TOEFL; or
• Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) – Grade B;
• Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) – Grade C.

Application

The NZIDRS closes to applications on the 15th of July each year. Applications will be accepted from late May until 5pm (NZ time) on Friday the 15th of July 2011. Please note that NZIDRS applications received after the closing date and/or incomplete applications will not be considered by the selection panel under any circumstances. This is non-negotiable.

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