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China Scholarship Council - Massey University PhD Scholars Programme

Open for 2027

A jointly supported doctoral programme under which Massey funds tuition and the China Scholarship Council funds travel, living and accommodation costs. [Eligibility note: China; Chinese nationals only]

Award DescriptionMassey tuition-fee support plus CSC living, accommodation and international travel funding for up to 4 years
CoversTuition
DeadlineThu Apr 01 2027 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesChina
Programme levelPhD
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • High-achieving Chinese national applying for full-time doctoral research at Massey and meeting both Massey doctoral admission and China Scholarship Council requirements

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply for doctoral study at Massey and complete the CSC online scholarship application with the intended project name and required materials.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

HOPE Foundation for Research on Ageing Scholarship

Open for 2026

Supports one Master's or doctoral researcher undertaking work related to ageing and its effects on individuals and society.

Award DescriptionNZD $6,000 for one year
CoversVaries by award
DeadlineFri Oct 30 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Research
Field of study
Social Sciences

Eligibility

  • Enrolled in a Master's or doctorate and undertaking research related to ageing
  • willing to report on progress and acknowledge the HOPE Foundation in research outputs

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply through the Massey scholarship portal with a two-page research outline, evidence of ethical approval or application, proposed budget and a statement explaining relevance to the ageing population and Foundation objectives.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

International Creative Excellence Master's Degree Scholarship

Open for 2027

A competitive tuition scholarship for new international students entering the Master of Commercial Music, Master of Fine Arts or Master of Screen Arts at Massey's Wellington College of Creative Arts in February 2027.

Award DescriptionUp to NZD $10,000 towards tuition fees for one year
CoversTuition
DeadlineThu Oct 15 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
Arts, Design & Architecture

Eligibility

  • New international student enrolling full-time in the first year of the Master of Commercial Music, Master of Fine Arts or Master of Screen Arts in Semester 1, February 2027
  • demonstrates creative excellence and strength of creative vision

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply through the Massey scholarship portal with a digital portfolio submitted through a PDF and an approximately 300-word statement of creative purpose.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Massey Business School Promising Student Assistance Bursary

Open for 2026

Provides financial-hardship assistance to undergraduate and postgraduate students within Massey Business School, including a designated international-student award. This record captures postgraduate study.

Award DescriptionUp to NZD $2,000
CoversVaries by award
DeadlineSat Oct 31 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate
Field of study
Business & Management

Eligibility

  • Enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate programme within Massey Business School and facing financial hardship or other circumstances that may impede study progress
  • selection considers need, academic achievement and character

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply through the Massey student portal with a personal statement of up to 400 words, an academic or character reference and transcripts for study completed outside Massey.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Massey MBA Excellence in Scholarship Award

University Scholarship

One of three independently named MBA admission awards; recognises applicants with strong prior academic performance.

Award DescriptionNZD $2,000; may combine with the other two MBA awards for up to NZD $6,000 total
CoversVaries by award
DeadlineOpen until filled
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
Business & Management

Eligibility

  • Applies for admission to the Massey MBA and holds an undergraduate degree with a B average or above in the highest-level courses, or equivalent
  • limited awards are offered first-come-first-served

How to Apply

  1. 1No separate award application. Eligibility is assessed automatically when the MBA admission application is considered.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Massey MBA Experienced Professional Award

University Scholarship

One of three independently named MBA admission awards; recognises applicants with substantial relevant professional experience.

Award DescriptionNZD $2,000; may combine with the other two MBA awards for up to NZD $6,000 total
CoversVaries by award
DeadlineOpen until filled
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
Business & Management

Eligibility

  • Applies for admission to the Massey MBA and has five or more years of relevant full-time work experience
  • limited awards are offered first-come-first-served

How to Apply

  1. 1No separate award application. Eligibility is assessed automatically when the MBA admission application is considered.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Massey MBA Masterful Learning Award

University Scholarship

One of three independently named MBA admission awards; recognises applicants who already hold a recognised Master's degree in addition to a Bachelor's qualification.

Award DescriptionNZD $2,000; may combine with the other two MBA awards for up to NZD $6,000 total
CoversVaries by award
DeadlineOpen until filled
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
Business & Management

Eligibility

  • Applies for admission to the Massey MBA and holds both an undergraduate Bachelor's qualification and a Master's degree recognised by Massey
  • limited awards are offered first-come-first-served

How to Apply

  1. 1No separate award application. Eligibility is assessed automatically when the MBA admission application is considered.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Massey University Doctoral Scholarship

Open for 2027

A university doctoral scholarship supporting high-achieving full-time or part-time PhD and professional-doctorate candidates whose research aligns with strategic priorities.

Award DescriptionFull-time: NZD $30,000 p.a. stipend plus tuition and non-tuition fees for up to 36 months; part-time: NZD $18,000 p.a. plus fees for up to 60 months
CoversTuition + stipend
DeadlineThu Oct 01 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPhD
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Has a conditional or unconditional Massey doctoral offer or is within the first 12 months of doctoral enrolment
  • normally GPA 7/9 or equivalent
  • research aligns with University, College and supervisor priorities
  • studies in New Zealand during the scholarship tenure

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply through the Massey student portal with a 200–1,000-word research outline and a completed Supervisor Support Template. Successful applicants must enrol no later than 01-MAR-2027.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Massey University Foundation Peer Scholar Award

Open for 2026

Supports 12 high-achieving recent Massey scholarship recipients who serve as leaders and peer mentors within the Scholars Massey programme. This record captures postgraduate and doctoral students.

Award DescriptionNZD $6,000 for one year
CoversVaries by award
DeadlineSun Oct 18 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Recent holder of one of the specified Massey undergraduate, postgraduate, Master's research, scholar or doctoral scholarships
  • demonstrates excellence, leadership and commitment to helping other scholarship applicants
  • shortlisted candidates attend an interview

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply through the Massey student portal with a personal statement of up to 1,000 words, CV, academic reference and character reference.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Massey University Māori Master's Research Scholarship - Semester One

Open for 2027

The Māori-specific named award within Massey's Semester One Master's Research Scholarship round.

Award DescriptionNZD $15,000 for a 120-credit thesis or NZD $10,000 for a 90-credit thesis; pro-rated for part-time study
CoversVaries by award
DeadlineMon Feb 15 2027 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Research
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Enrolled or eligible to enrol full-time or part-time in a 90-credit or 120-credit research component of a Massey Master's degree
  • selection considers academic merit, the supervisor's assessment of research capability and alignment of the research proposal with College and University strategy
  • applicant is considered for the Māori named award

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply through the Massey student portal with a one-page primary-supervisor statement and a one-page research proposal addressing relevance and strategic alignment.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Massey University Māori Master's Research Scholarship - Semester Two

Open for 2027

The Māori-specific named award within Massey's Semester Two Master's Research Scholarship round.

Award DescriptionNZD $15,000 for a 120-credit thesis or NZD $10,000 for a 90-credit thesis; pro-rated for part-time study
CoversVaries by award
DeadlineThu Jul 15 2027 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Research
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Enrolled or eligible to enrol full-time or part-time in a 90-credit or 120-credit research component of a Massey Master's degree
  • selection considers academic merit, the supervisor's assessment of research capability and alignment of the research proposal with College and University strategy
  • applicant is considered for the Māori named award

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply through the Massey student portal with a one-page primary-supervisor statement and a one-page research proposal addressing relevance and strategic alignment.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Massey University Master's Research Scholarship - Semester One

Open for 2027

The general award in Massey's Semester One Master's Research Scholarship round, supporting students entering a substantial Master's research component.

Award DescriptionNZD $15,000 for a 120-credit thesis or NZD $10,000 for a 90-credit thesis; pro-rated for part-time study
CoversVaries by award
DeadlineMon Feb 15 2027 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Research
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Enrolled or eligible to enrol full-time or part-time in a 90-credit or 120-credit research component of a Massey Master's degree
  • selection considers academic merit, the supervisor's assessment of research capability and alignment of the research proposal with College and University strategy

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply through the Massey student portal with a one-page primary-supervisor statement and a one-page research proposal addressing relevance and strategic alignment.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Massey University Master's Research Scholarship - Semester Two

Open for 2027

The general award in Massey's Semester Two Master's Research Scholarship round, supporting students entering a substantial Master's research component.

Award DescriptionNZD $15,000 for a 120-credit thesis or NZD $10,000 for a 90-credit thesis; pro-rated for part-time study
CoversVaries by award
DeadlineThu Jul 15 2027 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Research
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Enrolled or eligible to enrol full-time or part-time in a 90-credit or 120-credit research component of a Massey Master's degree
  • selection considers academic merit, the supervisor's assessment of research capability and alignment of the research proposal with College and University strategy

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply through the Massey student portal with a one-page primary-supervisor statement and a one-page research proposal addressing relevance and strategic alignment.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Massey University Pacific Master's Research Scholarship - Semester One

Open for 2027

The Pacific-specific named award within Massey's Semester One Master's Research Scholarship round.

Award DescriptionNZD $15,000 for a 120-credit thesis or NZD $10,000 for a 90-credit thesis; pro-rated for part-time study
CoversVaries by award
DeadlineMon Feb 15 2027 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Research
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Enrolled or eligible to enrol full-time or part-time in a 90-credit or 120-credit research component of a Massey Master's degree
  • selection considers academic merit, the supervisor's assessment of research capability and alignment of the research proposal with College and University strategy
  • applicant is considered for the Pacific named award

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply through the Massey student portal with a one-page primary-supervisor statement and a one-page research proposal addressing relevance and strategic alignment.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Massey University Pacific Master's Research Scholarship - Semester Two

Open for 2027

The Pacific-specific named award within Massey's Semester Two Master's Research Scholarship round.

Award DescriptionNZD $15,000 for a 120-credit thesis or NZD $10,000 for a 90-credit thesis; pro-rated for part-time study
CoversVaries by award
DeadlineThu Jul 15 2027 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Research
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Enrolled or eligible to enrol full-time or part-time in a 90-credit or 120-credit research component of a Massey Master's degree
  • selection considers academic merit, the supervisor's assessment of research capability and alignment of the research proposal with College and University strategy
  • applicant is considered for the Pacific named award

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply through the Massey student portal with a one-page primary-supervisor statement and a one-page research proposal addressing relevance and strategic alignment.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Massey University Postgraduate Scholarship - Semester One

Open for 2027

A one-semester academic-merit scholarship for students entering postgraduate coursework in any discipline at Massey for Semester One.

Award DescriptionNZD $2,000 for one semester
CoversVaries by award
DeadlineFri Jan 15 2027 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Intends to enrol full-time or part-time in postgraduate coursework
  • has completed at least 120 credits at a New Zealand tertiary institution at NZQA Level 7 or above
  • students entering research courses of 90 credits or more, including doctoral study, are ineligible
  • A- GPA or better is normally expected

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply through the Massey student portal with complete tertiary transcripts combined into one document.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Massey-Singapore Food Technology PhD Scholarship

Open for 2027

Supports one graduate of Massey's Singapore Bachelor of Food Technology (Honours) programme to undertake food-related doctoral research at Massey in New Zealand.

Award DescriptionNZD $50,000 p.a. total: NZD $30,000 stipend, full tuition fees excluding international insurance, and remaining funds for research costs
CoversFull tuition + stipend
DeadlineSun Nov 01 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPhD
Field of study
Applied Sciences & Professions

Eligibility

  • Holds the specified Massey Bachelor of Food Technology (Honours) degree from a Singapore tertiary institution
  • has admission to a Massey PhD
  • normally achieved GPA 7/9 or equivalent or demonstrated research achievement
  • proposed research contributes to School of Food Technology and Natural Sciences priorities

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply through the Massey student portal with a CV covering publications and research experience and a statement explaining alignment with College of Sciences and New Zealand food-research priorities.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Masters Creative International Scholarship - Master of Design

University Scholarship

A separate automatic tuition award described on the International Creative Excellence page for eligible international students admitted to the Master of Design.

Award DescriptionNZD $10,000 tuition-fee reduction
CoversTuition
DeadlineAutomatic
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
Arts, Design & Architecture

Eligibility

  • International student admitted to an eligible Master of Design degree within Massey's College of Creative Arts
  • the current page does not publish a separate academic threshold or application round

How to Apply

  1. 1No separate scholarship application. Applicants are considered automatically when the Master of Design programme application is accepted, and the award is deducted from tuition fees if granted.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Mona and Rex McClenaghan Veterinary Scholarship

Open for 2027

Supports either a Master of Veterinary Studies or PhD candidate researching canine health and welfare or the effects of pet ownership.

Award DescriptionNZD $50,000 p.a. for up to 3 years
CoversVaries by award
DeadlineTue Jun 01 2027 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Research
Field of study
Medicine & Health

Eligibility

  • Enrolled or intending to enrol in the Master of Veterinary Studies or PhD within Massey's School of Veterinary Science
  • research concerns dog health and welfare or the impact of pet ownership, with preference for dog ownership
  • selection considers research fit, passion and academic merit

How to Apply

  1. 1Apply through the Massey student portal with a research outline, supervisor reference, complete tertiary transcripts and a statement demonstrating commitment to canine health and animal welfare.

Application opens on Massey University's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

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