University of Melbourne 2025 Human Rights Scholarship

Published: 22 May 2025

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.

University of Melbourne Graduate Research

Application Deadline	October 31, 2025
Value	$94,200
Funding Type	Partially Funded
Country to study	Australia
School to study	University of Melbourne.
Type	Masters
Sponsor	University of Melbourne
Gender	Men and Women

Benefits of University of Melbourne Graduate Research

• 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. 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

Selection Process

Eligible applicants are selected on the basis of academic merit, the area of study in and level of commitment to human rights, and the strength of supporting documentation.

Application Deadline

October 31, 2025

How to Apply

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