University of Melbourne Human Rights Scholarship 2027

The University of Melbourne is offering scholarship to students that wants to study with them. 

This scholarship is offered to domestic or international students who are enrolling in a graduate research degree and undertaking research in the field of Human Rights.

About University of Melbourne

The University of Melbourne (informally Melbourne University) is an Australian public research university located in Melbourne, Victoria. Founded in 1853, it is Australia's second oldest university and the oldest in Victoria. Times Higher Education ranks Melbourne as 33rd in the world, while the Academic Ranking of World Universities places Melbourne 44th in the world (both first in Australia).... continue reading

University of Melbourne Human Rights Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of University of Melbourne Human Rights Scholarship

• Living allowance of $44,500 per year pro rata (2026 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. The living allowance may be indexed annually and includes limited paid sick, maternity and parenting leave.
• Full fee offset for up to two years for students undertaking a Masters by Research degree or up to four years for students undertaking a doctoral degree.
• Relocation grant of $2,000 for students moving from States or Territories outside Victoria or $3,000 for students moving from outside Australia.
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Single Membership for international students who require a student visa to study in Australia

Requirements for University of Melbourne Human Rights Scholarship Qualification

To be considered for this scholarship, you must:

• have received an offer for a graduate research degree commencement in the year for which the scholarship is awarded
• 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 a scholarship is sought

Interview date, Process and Venue for University of Melbourne Human Rights Scholarship

• The scholarship is offered to the candidate(s) ranked highest by the selection panel based on their application and course entry score.

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Application Deadline

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to University of Melbourne on unimelb-scholarships.smartygrants.com.au to apply

• You must submit an online application and address your committed to the peaceful advancement of respect for human rights that extends beyond academic studies (such as voluntary work and/or work experience) and how your proposed research will further your understanding of human rights and enable you to contribute to the human rights field.

For more information, kindly visit University of Melbourne scholarship webpage.