Call for Applications: Human Rights Scholarship – University of Melbourne 2026 ·University of Melbourne

Overview

This scholarship offers a highly competitive funding opportunity for both domestic and international students pursuing graduate research degrees focused on Human Rights at the University of Melbourne.

Eligibility

• Must have received an offer for a graduate research programme commencing in the award year.
• Intend to conduct research specifically in the field of Human Rights.
• Must not already hold a research qualification at the same or higher level than the proposed study.
• Meet the entry requirements for graduate research at the University of Melbourne.

Benefits

The Human Rights Scholarship provides comprehensive financial support with:

• Full tuition fee remission for the duration of the degree.
• Living allowance of approximately AUD $44,500 per year (2026 rate), indexed annually.
• Support duration of up to 2 years for Master’s by Research or up to 3.5–4 years for Doctoral studies.
• Relocation allowance of AUD $2,000 for interstate moves or AUD $3,000 for international relocation.
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international students requiring a student visa.
• Additional limited paid leave provisions, including sick, maternity, and parenting leave.

The total value of the scholarship ranges between AUD $89,000 and AUD $155,000 depending on study level and duration.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit an online application that includes a detailed statement outlining their engagement with human rights.

Deadline

Applications open on April 1, 2026, and close on October 31, 2026.