Hosts for new applied doctorates scheme announced
Published: 18 February 2025
Up to 30 PhD students each year will be supported through the new applied doctorates scheme, hosted by the University of Auckland, in partnership with Victoria University of Wellington, University of Otago and Massey University.
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The scheme will build stronger connections between research and industry and prepare more PhD students for careers outside of academia. Alongside the core advanced research skills gained through PhD study students will also be trained in a range of applied skills.
$20 million over 5 years will support up to 150 students, improving their career opportunities while also filling skills gaps for businesses and other entities.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment is working through details of the scheme and contracting with the Universities, with the aim to invite applications for PhD students later in 2025.
Read the Minister's release:
Preparing more PhD students to lift productivity(external link) — beehive.govt.nz
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