Deans International Doctoral Scholarship (FMHS) at University of Auckland 2026

Deans International Doctoral Scholarship (FMHS) at University of Auckland 2026

The Deans International Doctoral Scholarship (FMHS) at the University of Auckland is a prestigious award designed for high-achieving international students pursuing their first doctoral degree. Established in 2011 and funded by the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, the scholarship aims to attract top-tier talent to the faculty. It provides comprehensive support, including full funding covering compulsory tuition fees, a stipend of up to NZD 35,468, a relocation grant, and health insurance for the duration of the PhD program.

Scholarship Value and Benefits

• Full funding covering compulsory tuition fees
• Stipend up to NZD 35,468
• Relocation grant to assist with moving expenses
• Health insurance coverage

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be an international student (excluding New Zealand and Australian nationals)
• Applying for the first doctoral degree (PhD); applicants must not already hold a doctorate
• New applicants who are not already admitted or enrolled in a PhD program
• Must meet the domestic fees policy requirements for PhD students
• Must enrol full-time in a PhD within the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences
• Must have a GPA/GPE of at least 7.0 in their qualifying programme (if applicable)

Application Process

There is no direct application form for this scholarship. Eligibility is assessed automatically upon application for a PhD by research degree in the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences. Applicants are encouraged to apply for their desired PhD program via the official university portal. For application details and further information, visit the official scholarship page: Deans International Doctoral Scholarship (FMHS) at University of Auckland. The deadline for the 2026 intake is 10 August 2026.