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Tuition fee
19600 NZD / year
19600 NZD / year
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19600 NZD / year
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Duration
36 months
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36 months
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Campus location
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Campus location
Palmerston North, New Zealand

About

The Doctor of Clinical Psychology at Massey University is a competitive-entry professional qualification that will train you to become a registered clinical psychologist.

Overview

The Doctor of Clinical Psychology from Massey University is a professional qualification that prepares you to integrate practice and research in your career as a clinical psychologist.

Features 

  • Places on this programme are highly sought-after and there is a competitive entry process.
  • Clinical psychology is an applied branch of psychology. It uses psychological techniques to help people solve a wide variety of mental, physical, behavioural and relationship problems.

Programme Structure

Courses include
  • Clinical Psychology Practicum 
  • Clinical Psychology Internship
  • Skills in Clinical Assessment
  • Skills in Clinical Interventions
  • Thesis 

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

We did our best, but couldn't find the next application deadline and start date information online.

Credits

360 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Palmerston North, New Zealand

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

  • verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University
  • a current curriculum vitae or resume detailing your relevant training and experience
  • a passport-sized photograph
  • brief personal statement (up to 500 words) which includes your reasons for seeking a career in clinical psychology. You may also wish to list perceived strengths as well as skills you will bring to your studies and training as a clinical psychologist
  • supporting statements from whānau/family (optional)
  • name, occupation and email details of two referees.  

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

  • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
  • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
  • Liability
  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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  • International

    19600 NZD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 19600 NZD per year during 36 months.
  • National

    19600 NZD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 19600 NZD per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Palmerston North

1100 - 2100 NZD /month
Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Clinical Psychology.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Provided by university
Grant
90000 NZD
Deadline
01 Feb 2026
Massey University Alumni Doctoral Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
42000 NZD
Deadline
01 Mar 2026
The Ryoichi Sasakawa Young Leaders Fellowship Fund (Sylff) Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
25000 NZD
Deadline
01 Mar 2026
Sasakawa Fellowship Fund for Japanese Language Education (SFFJLE) Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
25000 NZD
Deadline
31 Oct 2025
Collin Post Memorial Scholarship in Sculpture
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
15000 NZD
Deadline
15 Jan 2026
New Zealand Institute of Management Foundation Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
10000 NZD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
Massey University Pacific Success Scholarship for Doctoral Students
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
10000 NZD
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
Lois Turnbull Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
10000 NZD
Deadline
01 Oct 2025
GCSB Women in STEM Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
10000 NZD
Deadline
30 Sep 2025
Freemasons University Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
8000 NZD
Deadline
15 Sep 2025
Dr Eric Ojala Postgraduate Scholarship in Agricultural Policy Research
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
6000 NZD
Deadline
30 Oct 2025
The HOPE Foundation for Research on Ageing Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
5000 NZD
Deadline
09 Mar 2026
Brian Aspin Memorial Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
5000 NZD
Deadline
28 Feb 2026
Professor Tony Parker Scholarship in Industrial Design
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
5000 NZD
Deadline
08 Mar 2026
Peter Turner Scholarship in Contemporary Photography
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
4000 NZD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
Massey University Pacific Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
4000 NZD
Deadline
Not specified
Central Energy Trust Bursary
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
3000 NZD
Deadline
30 Sep 2025
Asia New Zealand Foundation Postgraduate Research Grants
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
1600 NZD
Deadline
01 Feb 2026
Charles and Ella Elgar Bursaries
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
1000 NZD
Deadline
01 Sep 2025
Elizabeth A Cooper Grant for Students with Disabilities
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Mar 2026
China Scholarship Council (CSC) - Massey University PhD Scholars Programme
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Oct 2025
Ann Sinclair Charitable Trust
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
03 Mar 2026
William Reed Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
Waitawhiti Memorial Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
Peter Densem Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
Millar Massey Buchanan Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
Macmillan Brown Agricultural Research Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
Gosling Ornamental Horticulture Bursary
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
Garrick Latch Postgraduate Travel Grants
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
C V Fife Memorial Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
08 Oct 2025
New Zealand Space Scholarship to NASA
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Jul 2025
Fulbright - Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga Graduate Award
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Sep 2025
Edward & Isabel Kidson Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
42000 NZD
Deadline
30 Sep 2025
School of Veterinary Sciences Masterate in Veterinary Pathology
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
30000 NZD
Deadline
16 Oct 2025
Te Waka Whakarei Career Changer Scholarships - Teach NZ
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
30000 NZD
Deadline
16 Oct 2025
Te Huawhiti Career Changer Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
25000 NZD
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
George Mason Sustainable Land Use Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
25000 NZD
Deadline
31 Jul 2025
ANZMES research funding opportunities
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
15000 NZD
Deadline
12 Feb 2026
Kupe Scholarship - TeachNZ
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
15000 NZD
Deadline
01 Nov 2025
Sinclair Cummings Veterinary and Animal Sciences Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
15000 NZD
Deadline
14 Oct 2025
Edna Joyce Howe scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
13000 NZD
Deadline
15 Jan 2026
John McArthur Geography Research Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
10000 NZD
Deadline
16 Nov 2025
NZTR McKenzie Future Leaders Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
10000 NZD
Deadline
09 Dec 2025
NZ Fruitgrowers’ Charitable Trust Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
10000 NZD
Deadline
30 Oct 2025
Edward Turner Horticulture Futures Grant
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
14 Nov 2025
Amelia Earhart Fellowship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
10000 NZD
Deadline
06 Oct 2025
Zespri Horticultural Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
10000 NZD
Deadline
24 Sep 2025
Tūpuna Maunga Authority Research Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
7500 NZD
Deadline
30 Aug 2025
Riddet Institute Summer Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
7500 NZD
Deadline
11 Aug 2025
Health Research Council (HRC) Summer Studentships (Ethics)
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
7000 NZD
Deadline
15 Mar 2026
FAR Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
6000 NZD
Deadline
18 Oct 2025
Massey University Foundation Peer Scholar Award
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
6000 NZD
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
Helen E. Akers Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
6000 NZD
Deadline
30 Aug 2025
RHT Bates Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
6000 NZD
Deadline
05 Aug 2025
Arthritis NZ Mateponapona Aotearoa Summer Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
5500 NZD
Deadline
03 Mar 2026
Mercury NZ Renewable Energy Research Bursary
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
5000 NZD
Deadline
30 Oct 2025
New Zealand Seniors Aged Care Futures Grant
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
5000 NZD
Deadline
30 Oct 2025
OneChoice Futures Grant
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
5000 NZD
Deadline
15 Jan 2026
Clem Hill Memorial Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
5000 NZD
Deadline
01 Sep 2025
Sydney Campbell Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
5000 NZD
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
John Hodgson Pastoral Science Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
5000 NZD
Deadline
01 May 2026
Institute of Education Postgraduate Pathway Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
5000 NZD
Deadline
15 Jan 2026
Clem Hill Memorial Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
5000 NZD
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
Alistair Betts Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
5000 NZD
Deadline
13 Aug 2025
Ross Beever Memorial Mycological Award
Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
5000 NZD
Deadline
14 Sep 2025
QUOTA New Zealand Educational Scholarship
Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
5000 NZD
Deadline
15 Sep 2025
Near Eastern Archaeology Foundation Grant-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
5000 NZD
Deadline
15 Sep 2025
Leone Crawford Travel Grant
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
4500 NZD
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
Hudson and McGowan Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
4000 NZD
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
Taranaki Tree Crops Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
4000 NZD
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
NZ Pork Industry Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
3500 NZD
Deadline
15 Sep 2025
Catherine Southwell-Keely Travel Grant
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
3000 NZD
Deadline
28 Feb 2026
Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
3000 NZD
Deadline
24 Mar 2026
Lawson Robinson Hawke's Bay Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
3000 NZD
Deadline
20 Mar 2026
Building Research Association of New Zealand (BRANZ) Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
3000 NZD
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
Johannes August Anderson Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
3000 NZD
Deadline
Anytime
Cerebral Palsy Society Academic Grants
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
2500 NZD
Deadline
03 Mar 2026
Rongotea Lions Club Student Assistance Fund
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
2000 NZD
Deadline
16 Nov 2025
Jade Prize
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
1500 NZD
Deadline
15 Sep 2025
Sam Eames Grant-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
1500 NZD
Deadline
Anytime
Massey University Doctoral Conference Grants
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
1000 NZD
Deadline
30 Oct 2025
Rosemary Seymour Research and Archives Awards
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
1000 NZD
Deadline
31 Jul 2025
Student Exchange Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
1000 NZD
Deadline
16 Aug 2025
Colin Aiken Plant Breeding Bursary
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
750 NZD
Deadline
Anytime
Global Citizen Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
03 Mar 2026
Scientia Trust – Planet Earth Fund
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
02 Feb 2026
Pacific Health Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Oct 2025
Neuromuscular Research New Zealand
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Oct 2025
NZDA National Game Animal Research Fund
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2026
NZ Law Foundation Ethel Benjamin Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
29 Nov 2025
Loman Friedlander Award
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Oct 2025
John Waller Doctoral Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
Horticulture NZ Postgraduate Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
25 Nov 2025
Hawkes Bay Fruitgrowers' Association Charitable Trust Horticultural Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 Nov 2025
Harwood Farm Trust Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
09 Mar 2026
Farmers' Union Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
23 Jan 2026
AIMES Awards
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
Professor Ren Jizhou Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
Hurley Fraser Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
10 Mar 2026
AsureQuality Seed Technology Scholarship
Merit-based

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Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Jul 2025
Woolf Fisher Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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