The Fully Funded BK Otway Education Foundation Scholarships in New Zealand accept applications from New Zealanders. To recognize and support top-achieving students in New Zealand, Lincoln University is providing the BK Otway Education Foundation Doctoral Scholarships for the academic year 2023-2024. 

Lincoln University is situated in New Zealand and was founded in 1990 after gaining independence from the University of Canterbury, formerly known as Lincoln College, Canterbury. This dynamic institution attracts a global student community, with representation from over 60 countries, offering a diverse and inclusive learning environment.

Studying at Lincoln University offers a unique blend of academic excellence and a welcoming, international community. Lincoln strongly focuses on agricultural and environmental sciences and business and management programs, providing students with hands-on learning opportunities and research possibilities. The campus’s serene setting in the heart of New Zealand’s South Island enhances the overall educational experience, making it an attractive choice for those seeking a well-rounded education in a beautiful environment.

The Fully Funded BK Otway Education Foundation Scholarships in New Zealand will provide up to a $35,000 stipend plus tuition fees.

The eligibility criteria for the Fully Funded BK Otway Education Foundation Scholarships in New Zealand are stated below:

1. Eligible Countries: Scholarships are available to New Zealand students.

2. Eligible Course or Subjects: Applicants must have at least a conditional offer to enter the Doctor of Philosophy program at Lincoln University.

3. Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must have to meet the following eligibility criteria:

4. Applicants must be New Zealand Citizens or Permanent Residents.

5. BK Otway Education Foundation to support postgraduate study and research in the area of Sustainable land management in Agriculture or Horticulture.

How to Apply?

To apply for the scholarships, the applicants must be admission to the Doctoral program at Lincoln University. Please return your application form to:

1. The Scholarships Office. You can either email, post, or deliver to the following:-

Email address: [email protected]

Postal Address: Physical Address:

Scholarships Office Scholarships Office.

Lincoln University Student Administration

PO Box 85084 Ground Floor George Forbes Memorial Building

Lincoln 7647 Lincoln University

Phone: 03 423 000

1. Supporting Documents: With the scholarship application, the applicant must provide a statement of the research topic; this should be approximately half to one page in length, current Curriculum vitae, and a copy of Lincoln's admission letter submitted to [email protected].

2. Admission Requirements: For admission, students must have at least a 2.0 cumulative grade point average or GPA, 12 credits from a previous college or university, photocopies of all tertiary qualifications, the grading system, and graduation certificates for each qualification gained from other than those studied at Lincoln University.

3. Language Requirement: Students whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in English by submitting satisfactory scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).