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Fees and money matters

How to fund your postgraduate study is an important factor to consider when embarking on postgraduate study.

Tuition fees

Get an overview of the total amount you are likely to pay for your tuition in your chosen programme of study.

Student loans and allowances

Information about student loans and allowances, including eligibility and how to apply.

Scholarships and awards

Find out if you qualify for a share of the $18 million in postgraduate scholarships we award each year.

Cost of living

Get some approximate values for what you can expect to pay for basic items in Auckland - this information can help you plan your budget.

Working while you study

Read about work opportunities for postgraduate students at the University and services to help you find part time or casual work.

Hardship support

Information on scholarships and awards financial hardship, plus what to do if you get into serious financial trouble while studying.

Domestic status for international PhD students

New international PhD students will usually be accorded domestic status for the purposes of tuition fees.

Financial advice

Simple but effective tips for creating a budget and managing your money.

Postgraduate Research Student Support accounts (PReSS)

Read about the University’s PReSS accounts, which postgraduate students can use to finance your postgraduate research.

Postgraduate research funding

Find out about other internal and external sources to fund your postgraduate research.

Doctoral Completion Awards

Find out about our Doctoral Completion Awards, which offer up to $6,000.






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