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University of Waikato
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Scholarships at this university
Broad Memorial Scholarship
Open for 2026Supports Master's and doctoral research in Earth and Environmental Sciences, with preference for Antarctica-related or Earth Sciences research.
Eligibility
- Enrolled full-time or part-time in an MSc(Research), MPhil or PhD with an Earth Sciences or Environmental Sciences research component
- has at least nine months of enrolment remaining at application and intends to remain enrolled during the award year
- preference is given to Antarctica-related or Earth Sciences research
How to Apply
- 1Apply through MyWaikato when a new round opens and provide the materials required by the scholarship regulations. The published 2026 round closed on 31-MAR-2026.
Application opens on University of Waikato's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.
China Scholarship Council (CSC) Scholarship
University ScholarshipA joint doctoral programme supporting Chinese citizens to undertake PhD research at Waikato, with up to 20 new scholars supported annually. [Eligibility note: China; citizens of the People's Republic of China]
Eligibility
- Chinese citizen who meets Waikato doctoral entry requirements, secures invitation and supervision from a Waikato academic, receives an unconditional PhD offer and meets all China Scholarship Council conditions
How to Apply
- 1Apply for Waikato doctoral admission, confirm a supervisor, complete the Waikato CSC Expression of Interest, obtain an unconditional Offer of Place and then apply directly to the China Scholarship Council.
Application opens on University of Waikato's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.
New Zealand NCUK University of Waikato Bursary
University ScholarshipAn automatic tuition bursary for eligible NCUK graduates progressing to face-to-face degree-level study at Waikato in New Zealand. This record captures postgraduate study.
Eligibility
- NCUK graduate continuing to an eligible Waikato degree-level programme and able to begin face-to-face study in New Zealand
- students beginning online are ineligible
How to Apply
- 1No separate application. Apply for an eligible Waikato programme
- 2qualifying NCUK graduates are considered automatically and the bursary is applied to tuition fees.
Application opens on University of Waikato's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.
Terry Healy Memorial Award
Open for 2025Supports postgraduate Earth Sciences students with degree-related travel costs, with preference for marine-science research.
Eligibility
- Currently enrolled full-time or part-time in a Master's or doctoral degree in an Earth Sciences subject
- has not previously received the award
- preference is given to marine-science research, although other research aligned with current Earth Sciences activity may be considered
How to Apply
- 1Apply through MyWaikato when a new round opens, following the scholarship regulations and submitting the requested travel purpose, research and cost information. The published round closed on 31-OCT-2025.
Application opens on University of Waikato's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.
University of Waikato Alumni Scholarship
Open for 2027Supports returning Waikato alumni who are resuming study in a new field or at a higher qualification level after a study break.
Eligibility
- University of Waikato alumnus aged 25 or older who has not studied at Waikato during the previous two calendar years
- may enter taught or research postgraduate study in any subject area
How to Apply
- 1Apply for admission if required, then submit the scholarship application through the Scholarships tab in MyWaikato by the closing date.
Application opens on University of Waikato's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.
University of Waikato College International Pathway Scholarship
University ScholarshipAn automatic tuition award for international fee-paying students who complete an eligible University of Waikato College pathway and progress to degree-level study. This record captures postgraduate pathways.
Eligibility
- Holds an Offer of Place in an eligible University of Waikato College programme and progresses through the eligible pathway
- the non-transferable award is applied to tuition fees and may be offered up to eight weeks after the relevant College papers begin
How to Apply
- 1No separate application. Eligible international fee-paying College students are assessed automatically.
Application opens on University of Waikato's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.
Vice-Chancellor's International Excellence Scholarship
Open for 2026The general competitive academic-merit tuition scholarship for new international postgraduate students who are not eligible for a country- or region-specific Vice-Chancellor scholarship. [Eligibility note: International applicants not eligible for a country- or region-specific Vice-Chancellor's International Excellence Scholarship]
Eligibility
- New international student applying for full-time on-campus postgraduate study in New Zealand
- holds a conditional or unconditional Waikato offer
- achieved at least a New Zealand B+ equivalent in the entry qualification. Excludes current Waikato College or Waikato degree students, PhD and MPhil, limited-entry programmes including Master of Nursing Practice and Master of Pharmacy Practice, postgraduate teaching programmes, applicants who have already paid tuition or applied for a visa, sponsored students, guaranteed-credit arrangements, Study Abroad and Exchange.
How to Apply
- 1First apply for admission and obtain an Offer of Place. Then apply through the Scholarships tab in MyWaikato, upload the offer and explain why Waikato was selected and how the applicant would serve as a global ambassador.
Application opens on University of Waikato's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.
Vice-Chancellor's International Excellence Scholarship for China
Open for 2026A competitive academic-merit tuition scholarship for new Chinese international students entering eligible postgraduate study at Waikato. [Eligibility note: Citizens or permanent residents of China]
Eligibility
- New international student applying for full-time on-campus postgraduate study in New Zealand
- holds a conditional or unconditional Waikato offer
- achieved at least a New Zealand B+ equivalent in the entry qualification. Excludes current Waikato College or Waikato degree students, PhD and MPhil, limited-entry programmes including Master of Nursing Practice and Master of Pharmacy Practice, postgraduate teaching programmes, applicants who have already paid tuition or applied for a visa, sponsored students, guaranteed-credit arrangements, Study Abroad and Exchange.
How to Apply
- 1First apply for admission and obtain an Offer of Place. Then apply through the Scholarships tab in MyWaikato, upload the offer and explain why Waikato was selected and how the applicant would serve as a global ambassador.
Application opens on University of Waikato's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.
Vice-Chancellor's International Excellence Scholarship for India
Open for 2026A competitive academic-merit tuition scholarship for new Indian international students entering eligible postgraduate study at Waikato. [Eligibility note: Citizens or permanent residents of India]
Eligibility
- New international student applying for full-time on-campus postgraduate study in New Zealand
- holds a conditional or unconditional Waikato offer
- achieved at least a New Zealand B+ equivalent in the entry qualification. Excludes current Waikato College or Waikato degree students, PhD and MPhil, limited-entry programmes including Master of Nursing Practice and Master of Pharmacy Practice, postgraduate teaching programmes, applicants who have already paid tuition or applied for a visa, sponsored students, guaranteed-credit arrangements, Study Abroad and Exchange.
How to Apply
- 1First apply for admission and obtain an Offer of Place. Then apply through the Scholarships tab in MyWaikato, upload the offer and explain why Waikato was selected and how the applicant would serve as a global ambassador.
Application opens on University of Waikato's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.
Vice-Chancellor's International Excellence Scholarship for South-East Asia
Open for 2026A competitive academic-merit tuition scholarship for new South-East Asian international students entering eligible postgraduate study at Waikato. [Eligibility note: Brunei, Burma/Myanmar, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam]
Eligibility
- New international student applying for full-time on-campus postgraduate study in New Zealand
- holds a conditional or unconditional Waikato offer
- achieved at least a New Zealand B+ equivalent in the entry qualification. Excludes current Waikato College or Waikato degree students, PhD and MPhil, limited-entry programmes including Master of Nursing Practice and Master of Pharmacy Practice, postgraduate teaching programmes, applicants who have already paid tuition or applied for a visa, sponsored students, guaranteed-credit arrangements, Study Abroad and Exchange.
How to Apply
- 1First apply for admission and obtain an Offer of Place. Then apply through the Scholarships tab in MyWaikato, upload the offer and explain why Waikato was selected and how the applicant would serve as a global ambassador.
Application opens on University of Waikato's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.
Vice-Chancellor's International Excellence Scholarship for the Pacific
Open for 2026A competitive academic-merit tuition scholarship for new Pacific international students entering eligible postgraduate study at Waikato. [Eligibility note: Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu]
Eligibility
- New international student applying for full-time on-campus postgraduate study in New Zealand
- holds a conditional or unconditional Waikato offer
- achieved at least a New Zealand B+ equivalent in the entry qualification. Excludes current Waikato College or Waikato degree students, PhD and MPhil, limited-entry programmes including Master of Nursing Practice and Master of Pharmacy Practice, postgraduate teaching programmes, applicants who have already paid tuition or applied for a visa, sponsored students, guaranteed-credit arrangements, Study Abroad and Exchange.
How to Apply
- 1First apply for admission and obtain an Offer of Place. Then apply through the Scholarships tab in MyWaikato, upload the offer and explain why Waikato was selected and how the applicant would serve as a global ambassador.
Application opens on University of Waikato's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.
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