School of Engineering and Computer Science Master’s by Thesis Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2025

School of Engineering and Computer Science Master’s by Thesis Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2025

This scholarship provides a NZD 17,000 tax‑free stipend and covers tuition fees for one year (domestic fees for the thesis component only) for Māori, Pasifika, or women undertaking a full‑time Master’s by thesis of 90 points or more.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Applicants must intend to enrol full‑time in a Master’s by thesis worth 90 points or more at the School of Engineering and Computer Science, Victoria University of Wellington, either at the time of application or by the start of Trimester 2 the following year. Part 2 of a two‑year Master’s (usually course code 591) is also eligible.
2. Applicants are normally expected to have completed a Bachelor’s, Honours, or Master’s Part 1 with academic achievement equivalent to First‑Class Honours. Students undertaking a 180‑point Master’s are not eligible.

Selection Criteria

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or permanent residents and belong to an equity group (Māori, Pasifika, or women).

Application Process

A completed online application must be submitted by the closing date of 01 Nov 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Award Details

The scholarship provides a NZD 17,000 tax‑free stipend plus tuition fees for one year (domestic fees for the thesis component only), which will be paid directly to the University by the Scholarships Office. The stipend is disbursed in monthly instalments, starting as soon as practicable after confirmation of enrolment.

Additional Notes

1. Approval is required from the Faculty of Engineering Research Committee for co‑tenure with other awards totaling more than $6,000, which may reduce the stipend value.
2. The scholarship is open only to New Zealand female nationals.

For the official application form, visit the School of Engineering and Computer Science Master’s by Thesis Scholarship page.