Call for Application: Fully-funded Human Rights Scholarship Programme 2025 at the University of Melbourne

Applications are now open for the Human Rights Scholarship (HRS) at the University of Melbourne, Australia. The scholarship is a prestigious opportunity available to both domestic and international students who are enrolling in graduate research degrees focused on the field of Human Rights. This scholarship aims to support students committed to advancing respect for human rights through academic research and practical engagement.

Deadline: 31 October 2025

Benefits

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.

1. The living allowance may be indexed annually and includes limited paid sick, maternity and parenting leave.
2. 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.
3. Relocation grant of $2,000 for students moving from States or Territories outside Victoria or $3,000 for students moving from outside Australia.
4. Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Single Membership for international students who require a student visa to study in Australia
5. The total scholarship value can amount to up to $94,200, supporting students for one or more years depending on their degree and study load.

Eligibility and selection criteria

Eligibility

1. To be considered for this scholarship, you must:
2. have applied for and meet the entry requirements for a Master or Doctorate by research degree for commencement in the year of award
3. intend to undertake graduate research in the field of Human Rights
4. have not already completed a research qualification at the same or higher level as the course for which a scholarship is sought
5. not have previously received a graduate research scholarship

Selection criteria

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.

For more detailed information and application guidance, applicants are encouraged to visit the official scholarship guide and submit their applications promptly before the deadline