The Human Rights Scholarship by the University of Melbourne is offered to domestic or international students who are enrolling in a graduate research degree and undertaking research in the field of Human Rights.
Application Deadline
- 31 October 2026
Tell Me About The Scholarship
The Human Rights Scholarship at the University of Melbourne supports graduate research students undertaking projects in the field of Human Rights. It is open to both domestic and international students and provides full financial support to enable impactful research that advances respect for human rights.
Which Fields are Eligible
Applicants must be enrolling in a graduate research degree with a focus on:
- Human Rights
- Projects demonstrating commitment to the peaceful advancement of respect for human rights through research, voluntary work, or professional experience.
Type
- Graduate Research Scholarship | Human Rights | Australia
Who Can Apply
Applicants must:
- Have received an offer for a graduate research degree commencing in 2027.
- Intend to undertake research in Human Rights.
- Not already hold a research qualification at the same or higher level.
- Demonstrate commitment to human rights beyond academics (voluntary work, advocacy, professional practice).
How Are Scholars Selected
- Based on academic merit and course entry score.
- Selection panel ranks candidates according to application strength.
Which Countries are Eligible
- Domestic and international students (global eligibility).
Where Will the Scholarship Be Taken
- University of Melbourne, Australia.
How Many Scholars
- 4 scholarships available.
What is the Benefit of the Scholarship
- Full fee remission (up to 2 years for Master’s, 4 years for Doctoral).
- Living allowance: AUD $44,500 per year (indexed annually).
- Relocation grant: AUD $2,000 (within Australia) or AUD $3,000 (from overseas).
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international students requiring a visa.
- Paid sick, maternity, and parenting leave included.
How Long Will the Scholarship Last
- Up to 2 years for Master’s by Research.
- Up to 3.5 years for Doctoral degree.
Required Documents
- Online application form.
- Personal statement (commitment to human rights and proposed research contribution).
- Academic transcripts.
- Proof of admission offer.
How to Apply
- Submit an online application via the University of Melbourne portal.
- Address commitment to human rights and explain how your research will contribute to the field.
- Apply before 31 October 2026.
Visit the Application Webpage for details
