Human Rights Scholarship at the University of Melbourne: Fully Funded Graduate Research Opportunity

Deadline- 31 October

The

Human Rights Scholarship

at the University of Melbourne is a prestigious award designed to support graduate research students dedicated to advancing human rights. Offered to both domestic and international students, this scholarship provides comprehensive financial assistance to pursue a Master or Doctorate by research degree in the field of Human Rights. The scholarship aims to foster academic excellence and contribute to the global discourse on human rights.

Recipients benefit from a living allowance, full fee offset, and additional support for relocation and health cover. This opportunity is ideal for individuals committed to conducting impactful research that addresses critical human rights issues.

Scholarship Conditions

– Coverage: Living allowance, full fee offset, relocation grant, and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international students.
– Duration: Up to 2 years for a Master by Research; up to 3.5 years for a Doctoral degree.
– Renewal: Subject to annual academic progress review.
– Application Method: Apply through the University of Melbourne’s online portal.
– Notification: Outcome notifications are sent by email in February of the following year.

Elegiblity

– Eligible Countries: Domestic and international students.
– Age: No specific age requirement.
– Education Level:
– Undergraduate (UG): Not applicable.
– Graduate (G): Not applicable.
– Postgraduate (PG): Applicants must have completed or be in the process of completing an undergraduate degree.
– Other Requirements:
– Must have applied for and meet the entry requirements for a Master or Doctorate by research degree at the University of Melbourne.
– Intend to undertake graduate research in the field of Human Rights.
– Have not already completed a research qualification at the same or higher level as the course for which the scholarship is sought.
– Not have previously received a graduate research scholarship.

Types

– Type: Graduate research scholarship.
– Stipend Amount: Living allowance of $43,500 per year pro rata (2025 full-time study rate) for up to 2 years for students undertaking a Master by Research degree or up to 3.5 years for students undertaking a Doctoral degree.

Documents required

→ Completed online application form.
→ Academic transcripts.
→ Curriculum Vitae (CV).
→ Research proposal.
→ Two academic or professional references.
→ Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable).
→ Other documents as specified by the University of Melbourne.