2025 University of Melbourne Human Rights Scholarship

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Eligible Degree

  • Master’s by Research

  • Doctoral (PhD) by Research

Brief Overview

  • The University of Melbourne offers fully funded scholarships for graduate research degrees in the field of Human Rights.

  • Open to both domestic and international students.

  • Aims to support students committed to advancing human rights through academic and professional work.

Details of the Scholarship

Host Country

  • Australia

Institution

  • University of Melbourne

Study Level

  • Graduate research programs (Master’s or PhD)

Field of Study

  • Human Rights (must undertake research in this area)

Target Group

  • Domestic and international students from all countries

Scholarship Duration

  • Up to 2 years for Master’s by research

  • Up to 3.5 years for PhD by research

Number of Scholarships

  • 2 awarded each year

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must apply for and meet entry requirements for a Master’s or Doctorate by research degree at the University of Melbourne

  • Must intend to undertake graduate research in Human Rights

  • Must not have completed a research qualification at the same or higher level

  • Must not have previously received a graduate research scholarship

  • Selection is based on:

    • Academic merit

    • Area of study and commitment to human rights

    • Strength of supporting documents

Scholarship Values

  • Living Allowance: AUD $43,500 per year (2025 rate), indexed annually

    • Paid pro rata

    • Includes limited sick leave, maternity, and parenting leave

  • Tuition Fee Waiver:

    • Up to 2 years for Master’s by Research

    • Up to 4 years for Doctoral degree

  • Relocation Grant:

    • AUD $2,000 for students relocating from outside Victoria (within Australia)

    • AUD $3,000 for students relocating from overseas

  • Health Insurance:

    • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Single Membership for international students

Required Documents

  • Online application form

  • Supporting documentation showing:

    • Academic achievements

    • Commitment to human rights (e.g. voluntary work, professional experience)

    • Research proposal aligned with human rights advancement

How to Apply for the Scholarship

  1. Submit an online application via the University of Melbourne’s scholarship portal

  2. Address the following in your application:

    • Demonstrate your commitment to the peaceful advancement of human rights beyond academics

    • Describe how your research will contribute to the field of human rights

  3. Applications will be assessed based on merit and submitted materials

  4. Outcome notification:

    • Applicants will be notified by email in February 2026

    • No individual feedback or reasons for non-selection will be provided

Deadline

  • Applications Open: May 1, 2025

  • Applications Close: October 31, 2025

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