TE HERENGA WAKA - VICTORIA UNIVERSITY OF WELLINGTON
Craig Buck Andrews PhD Scholarship
full · phd
- Up to NZD 105,000 totalTotal award value
- Up to ~NZD 35,000 / year (est.)Annual stipend
- 3 years full-timeTenure
- PhD onlyDegree level
- All nationalitiesWho can apply
- New ZealandWhere you study
At a glance
full
Funding
€57k
Max amount
Oct 31, 2026
Deadline
All nationalities (domestic and international)
Country
Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington
Provider
The Craig Buck Andrews PhD Scholarship is a doctoral award at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand, funded through the Victoria University of Wellington Foundation. It was established in memory of Craig Andrews of Washington DC, who worked on World Bank projects across developing nations, and it supports research that strengthens financial reporting and financial management in emerging economies. The award is worth up to NZD 105,000 in total, paid as up to NZD 35,000 a year across the 3 years of full-time doctoral study, and it can be held alongside other awards. Recipients must enrol in the School of Accounting and Commercial Law and write a thesis on financial reporting or financial management in developing countries, with a contribution to capacity building in primary industries or industries operating under concession agreements. Preference may be given to applicants from developing countries who plan to return home after graduation. The recipient is chosen by a panel that includes the Head of the School of Accounting and Commercial Law. Because the exact stipend rate and application window are set each cycle, confirm the current figures and deadline on the official Victoria University of Wellington scholarships page before applying.
What's covered
- Annual doctoral stipend — A living stipend of up to ~NZD 35,000 (est.) per year, paid for up to 3 years of full-time doctoral study toward living and study costs.
- Total award value — A maximum total of NZD 105,000 across the standard 3-year tenure, subject to satisfactory progress and continued full-time enrolment.
- Concurrent awards permitted — The scholarship may be held alongside other scholarships or awards, so eligible recipients can combine it with additional funding.
- Research supervision and support — Access to supervision and research resources within the School of Accounting and Commercial Law for the duration of the doctorate.
- Three-year research tenure — Funding is committed for the full three years of doctoral research provided the recipient maintains full-time enrolment and satisfactory progress.
- Partial repayment clause — If a recipient withdraws or fails to make satisfactory progress, partial repayment of funds may be required, so the award is conditional on continued study.
How to apply
Applications are submitted online through the Wellington Faculty of Graduate Research portal, indicating intent to apply for the Craig Buck Andrews PhD Scholarship.
- Confirm doctoral eligibility — Check that you meet the entry requirements for PhD study at Victoria University of Wellington and that your research fits the School of Accounting and Commercial Law.
- Develop your research focus — Frame a thesis topic on financial reporting or financial management in developing countries that contributes to capacity building in primary or concession-based industries.
- Prepare supporting documents — Assemble a personal statement, character references and, if relevant, evidence of financial hardship for the selection panel.
- Submit your application — Apply online via the Wellington Faculty of Graduate Research portal and clearly state your intention to be considered for the Craig Buck Andrews PhD Scholarship.
- Await panel review — A selection panel including the Head of the School of Accounting and Commercial Law reviews applications and selects the recipient.
Eligibility
Degree levelApplicants must intend to enrol in, or be enrolled in, a full-time PhD programme at Victoria University of Wellington.
Institutional affiliationCandidates must be in the School of Accounting and Commercial Law at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington.
Research focusThe thesis must address financial reporting or financial management in developing countries and contribute to capacity building in primary or concession-based industries.
NationalityOpen to domestic and international students of all nationalities, with preference possible for applicants from developing countries who plan to return home.
Entry requirementsApplicants must meet the standard doctoral admission requirements of Victoria University of Wellington.
Preference may be given to applicants from developing nations who intend to return to their home country to apply their expertise after completing the doctorate.
Eligible countries
All nationalities (domestic and international)
Deadlines
PhD 2026/2027~31 October 2026 (est.)
PhD 2027 (later round)~March 2027 (est.)
Selection
The recipient is chosen by a selection committee that includes the Head of the School of Accounting and Commercial Law alongside other academic experts. Selection weighs the candidate's intention to enrol in a PhD within the school, the fit of the research with the scholarship's goal of improving financial capacity in developing regions, and the academic strength of the application. Preference may be given to applicants from developing countries who plan to return home after their studies.
Verified sources
- Scholarships - Victoria University of Wellingtonwgtn.ac.nzofficial
- Funding and scholarships - Wellington Faculty of Graduate Researchwgtn.ac.nzofficial
About the provider
Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is New Zealand's capital-city university, with a strong research profile in law, commerce, public policy and the social sciences. Its School of Accounting and Commercial Law hosts the doctoral research supported by this scholarship.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who funds the Craig Buck Andrews PhD Scholarship?
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It is funded through the Victoria University of Wellington Foundation and named in memory of Craig Andrews, who worked on World Bank projects in developing countries.
How much is the scholarship worth?
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Up to NZD 105,000 in total, paid as up to ~NZD 35,000 (est.) per year over the 3 years of full-time doctoral study.
How long does the scholarship last?
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It covers 3 years of full-time PhD study and cannot be deferred. Confirm the current tenure rules on the official page.
Which degree level does it support?
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Only PhD study at Victoria University of Wellington in the School of Accounting and Commercial Law.
Can international students apply?
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Yes. It is open to domestic and international students of all nationalities, with preference possible for applicants from developing nations.
What research topics qualify?
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The thesis must address financial reporting or financial management in developing countries, contributing to capacity building in primary or concession-based industries.
Where do I apply?
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Online through the Wellington Faculty of Graduate Research portal, indicating your intent to apply for the Craig Buck Andrews PhD Scholarship.
What documents do I need?
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A personal statement, character references and, if relevant, evidence of financial hardship, plus the standard doctoral admission documents.
Can I hold it with other awards?
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Yes. The scholarship may be held alongside other awards, so it can be combined with additional funding where allowed.
Who selects the recipient?
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A committee that includes the Head of the School of Accounting and Commercial Law and other academic experts reviews and selects the recipient.
What happens if I withdraw early?
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If you withdraw or fail to make satisfactory progress, partial repayment of the funds may be required under the conditions of the award.
Where can I confirm current figures and dates?
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On the official Victoria University of Wellington scholarships and graduate research pages, which publish the current stipend rate and deadline.