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Wellington Doctoral Hardship Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2026

Awarded by Victoria University of Wellington

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

PhD

Funding Type

Full Funding · Dependant on circumstances

Eligible Courses

Subjects offered by the University

Eligible Nationalities

Open to all nationals

Can Be Taken At

Victoria University of Wellington

Provider

Victoria University of Wellington

Last Verified On

13 Oct 2026 by WeMakeScholars Scholarship Team

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Overview

Wellington Doctoral Hardship Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington

This scholarship supports doctoral candidates facing unexpected financial hardship, with priority given to those nearing completion, under examination, or affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Eligibility Criteria of Wellington Doctoral Hardship Scholarship:

Applicants must be currently enrolled in a doctoral programme at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.

Selection Criteria: 

  1. Applicants must be currently enrolled and fully registered in a doctoral programme at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington (exceptions apply for COVID-19-related cases).
  2. Applicants must not be on suspension and should be living in Wellington, unless affected by COVID-19 circumstances.

Application Process: 

  1. Applicants must book an appointment with a University Student Finance Adviser to discuss their circumstances and complete a budget showing current income and essential expenses.
  2. They must bring a recent bank statement (showing at least two months of transactions, all balances, and their name and account number) along with any additional financial evidence if required.
  3. Applicants must also provide their latest six-monthly progress report, and the committee may request further details from their supervisor regarding academic progress.

Award: Dependant on circumstances.

Note: 

  1. Applicants should have already used their Student Loan entitlements (if eligible) and explored all other financial support options.
  2. Preference is given to those nearing completion of their PhD, between thesis submission and library lodgement, or those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
  3. The committee will assess unforeseen academic or professional circumstances impacting study, though student levies and insurance are not considered unforeseen expenses.
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2

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Documents Needed

  • Academic Transcripts (Usually required)

  • Income Certificate (For need-based scholarships)

  • Identity Proof (Usually required)

  • Admission / Offer Letter (For select scholarships)

  • Statement of Purpose (If applicable)

  • Language Test Scores (If applicable)

  • Recommendation Letters (If applicable)

  • Other Supporting Documents (As specified by the scholarship provider)

Note: The exact document requirements vary by scholarship. Always refer to the official application guidelines

FAQs

  • Yes, you can secure an education loan to study abroad at Victoria University of Wellington. Education loans are of two types — Collateral and non-collateral. Collateral includes either: Immovable property – a house or a flat or land (or) liquid security – an FD, or LIC or shares or bonds. Agricultural lands are not accepted by any bank for education loan.

    Public banks like SBI, BOB offer these types of education loans. There are many NBFCs who offer Non-collateral education loans. Apply for the best education loan to study abroad.
  • The deadline of Wellington Doctoral Hardship Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2026 is N/A.
  • Wellington Doctoral Hardship Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2026 is offered to PhD degree.
  • Wellington Doctoral Hardship Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2026 is offered for Subjects offered by the University.
  • Wellington Doctoral Hardship Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2026 is open for: Open to all nationals .
  • Wellington Doctoral Hardship Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2026 is offered by Victoria University of Wellington.
  • Wellington Doctoral Hardship Scholarship at Victoria University of Wellington 2026 covers Full Funding, Dependant on circumstances.