University of Auckland Doctoral Bridging Programme Scholarship

The University of Auckland Doctoral Bridging Programme Scholarship provides funding for New Zealand Citizens or Permanent Residents undertaking a Graduate Research Committee approved 60-point Bridging Programme to PhD study. The scholarship has a tenure of 60 points of full-time equivalent enrolment. The value is up to $11,822.67 in 2026 plus compulsory fees. Awards are made on the recommendation of the relevant faculty or University committee and no separate application is required.

Monetary award up to $11,822.67 (2026) and payment of compulsory fees for the 60-point bridging programme

Open to New Zealand Citizens or Permanent Residents undertaking a Graduate Research Committee approved 60-point Bridging Programme to a PhD.

No application required; awarded on the recommendation of the relevant faculty or University of Auckland committee.