Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Ecology in New Zealand
Positions in ecology in new zealand
2 positions foundnewest posted
Universities with open positions in ecology in New Zealand include University of Waikato and University of Otago.
University of Waikato
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A fully funded PhD opportunity is available in conservation ecology at the University of Waikato, New Zealand . The thesis, titled “Fuel for Recovery: Using food-web science to improve translocation success of threatened birds,” will investigate how food-web science can support the conservation and successful translocation of threatened bird species. The project is associated with the Invertebrate Behavioural Ecology and EcoDiv Labs and will be supervised by Dr. Chrissie Painting . Research inte...
Ecology
Environmental Science
Biology
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University of Otago
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New Zealand
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The University of Otago’s Department of Zoology invites applications for a fixed-term, part-time Postdoctoral Research Fellow position in parasitology, marine pollution ecology, wildlife health and conservation biology. Funded by a Royal Society Te Apārangi Marsden Fast-Start grant titled “The gift of infection: using parasites to tackle marine pollution,” the project will investigate whether gastrointestinal parasites act as biofilters of environmental contaminants in marine ecosystems. The res...
Chemistry
Ecology
Environmental Science
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Living costs in New Zealand
Estimated costs in New Zealand.
MonthlyYearly | New Zealand |
|---|---|
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | NZ$16.4k $9,600/yr |
 University Accommodation On-campus student housing per year | NZ$12.3k $7,200/yr |
 Visa & Immigration Fees Student visa and residence permit fees per year | NZ$641 $375/yr |
 University Tuition Average PhD tuition per year | NZ$37.6k $22,000/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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University of Applied Sciences
Germany
Research Interests
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University of Victoria
Canada
Research Interests
Conservation Biology
Ecology
Human-wildlife Interaction
Trophic Ecology
Wildlife Biology
Professor at Wageningen University & Research
Wageningen University & Research
Netherlands
Research Interests
Conservation Biology
Ecology
Plant Ecology
Boreal Ecology
Terrestrial Biology
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University of Canterbury
New Zealand
Research Interests
Ecology
Conservation Biology
Freshwater Ecology
Functional Ecology
Rainforest Ecology
Associate Professor
University of Canterbury
New Zealand
Research Interests
Ecology
Conservation Biology
Plant Ecology
Trophic Ecology
Functional Ecology
Victoria University of Wellington
New Zealand
Research Interests
Ecology
Conservation Biology
Plant Ecology
Boreal Ecology
Forestry
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Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships
Fully Funded
New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and TradeNew ZealandCloses Usually around March
New ZealandCloses Usually around MarchManaaki New Zealand Scholarships are New Zealand government scholarships for students from eligible partner countries to undertake funded study, training, or research in New Zealand and selected Pacific institutions.
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Victoria University of Wellington PhD Scholarship
Varies
Victoria University of WellingtonNew ZealandCloses Usually 1 March, 1 July, and 1 November
New ZealandCloses Usually 1 March, 1 July, and 1 NovemberA Victoria University of Wellington PhD Scholarship supports doctoral study at the university in New Zealand. It is open to domestic and international applicants and is typically applied for alongside PhD admission.
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University of Canterbury Doctoral Scholarship
Fully Funded
University of CanterburyNew ZealandMultiple rounds may be available
New ZealandMultiple rounds may be availableThe University of Canterbury Doctoral Scholarship supports high-achieving PhD candidates at the University of Canterbury in New Zealand with a stipend and tuition fee coverage.
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.