The University of Melbourne Human Rights Scholarship 2025 is now open for applications! This prestigious, fully funded scholarship supports outstanding domestic and international students pursuing graduate research in the field of Human Rights.
Whether you’re aiming for a Master’s by Research or a PhD, this scholarship offers full tuition, a generous annual living stipend, relocation assistance, and health insurance—empowering future leaders committed to advancing human rights globally.
🎓 Scholarship Benefits
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💸 Annual Living Allowance: AUD $43,500 (2025 rate)
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🎓 Tuition Fee Waiver: Up to 2 years for Master’s, 4 years for PhD
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🧳 Relocation Grant:
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$2,000 (within Australia)
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$3,000 (from overseas)
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🩺 Health Insurance: Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international scholars
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👶 Additional Benefits: Paid sick, parental, and maternity leave available
📌 Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must:
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Have applied for or meet the requirements for a Master’s or Doctoral research degree at the University of Melbourne.
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Intend to conduct research specifically in Human Rights.
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Not hold a research qualification at the same or higher level.
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Not have previously received a graduate research scholarship from the university.
📋 How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply for the 2025 Human Rights Scholarship:
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Apply for a graduate research program at the University of Melbourne.
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Complete the Human Rights Scholarship online application form.
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Clearly demonstrate your commitment to human rights beyond academics (e.g., community work, advocacy).
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Explain how your research project contributes to the human rights field.
🗓️ Notification of Results: Applicants will be contacted via email by February 2026. Please note: feedback will not be provided to unsuccessful candidates.
🔗 Apply Now
👉 Click Here to Apply on the University Website
