Massey Singapore Food Technology PhD Scholarship

For graduates of the Massey University Bachelor of Food Technology degree programme offered in Singapore who are intending to enrol in a PhD with the School of Food Technology and Natural Sciences.

Scholarship overview

Status: Closed

Key facts

Value: Total value of $50,000 per annum
Duration: 3 years' duration
Number available: One award
Type of study: PhD or doctorate, Research
Of note: Monthly stipend, tuition fees, plus in research funds.

Application dates

Applications open: 1 July 2024
Closing date: 1 October 2024

Restrictions

Eligibility restrictions: High academic achiever.

Massey University has a long association with higher education in Singapore. From 2008 Massey had a relationship was with Singapore Polytechnic, and in 2016 the relationship moved to the Singapore Institute of Technology, in line with changes in Singapore Government policy. Graduates from the programme are highly desirable in the food industry in Singapore but a small number each year are interested in pursuing higher education. Scholarship holders will benefit from opportunities to work with world class scientists on cutting edge research in the fields of food and nutrition and contribute to the future of New Zealand's agri-food industry

What you'll be studying

This is a doctoral scholarship. You will have admission into, or currently be enrolled in, a doctoral degree related to food research in New Zealand.

Eligibility criteria

This scholarship will support you in undertaking research which contributes to the broad aims of the School of Food Technology and Natural Sciences. You will have graduated with a Massey University Bachelor of Food Technology (Hons) degree from a Singapore tertiary institution.

Application checklist

Include the following with your application:

  • a CV which includes your publication history and research experience
  • a statement outlining a clear understanding of how your research will contribute to the aims of the College of Sciences research programme, and to food research in New Zealand

Selection considerations

When selecting this award we will consider your academic merit, publication and research history, and the alignment of your intended research to the College of Sciences.