AGMARDT announces its continuing interest in supporting doctoral research within the agricultural, pastoral, horticultural and forestry industries in New Zealand in line with its strategic aims to develop capabilities in research and training as part of the process of gaining greater expertise in the food and agribusiness sectors.
Up to six, three-year, full-time study scholarships are available per annum to outstanding students to develop research skills and interest in a career in agriculture.
Scholarship Funding:
The scholarship stipend is currently $25,000 per annum, with a contribution towards fees of up to $4,500 per annum. A start-up payment of $2,000 for project consumables applies to the first year of study only and is allocated to the Department for the scholar's project. The scholarship may be tenable with another scholarship, bursary or award where the total value of the awards does not exceed $30,000 per annum in accordance with the AGMARDT Doctoral Scholarship Regulations. The scholar may also apply for reimbursement of up to $500 of thesis publication costs on completion of the degree.
Overseas Conference Funding:
An amount of up to $3,000 towards the costs of attending one relevant overseas conference may be applied for by the scholar during the tenure of the scholarship.
Eligibility and Conditions:
Full details on eligibility and conditions, including the following, are set out in the AGMARDT Doctoral Scholarship Regulations:
- Recipients of the scholarships are required to engage in full-time study at a New Zealand university.
- The tenure is for a maximum of thirty-six months.
- Awards are made only to persons who are eligible for employment in New Zealand.
- Students who are already enrolled for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy are ineligible to apply.
Application Procedure:
The application package for the next funding round for students who intend to enrol in 2007 will be available in July 2006.
Source of Info:http://www.agmardt.org.nz/doctoral.htm