One of the top fully funded scholarships to study in Australia is now open for applications! The University of Melbourne is offering the Human Rights Scholarship for 2026. This scholarship covers all costs and is open to both international and local students who want to pursue a Master’s or PhD in Human Rights. There’s no application fee. To apply, you must first be accepted into a graduate research program at Melbourne University. Below, you’ll find more details about the scholar
Details About the University of Melbourne Human Rights Scholarship
- Host Country: Australia
- Location: University of Melbourne
- Duration: 2 or 3.5 Years
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 31st October 2025
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Financial Benefits
The Scholarship Covers:
- Full Tuition Fees
- Living allowance
- Relocation Allowance to/from Australia
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
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Eligibility Criteria
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Open to students from any country, including Australia.
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It is necessary to meet the university’s admission requirements and apply for a Master’s or PhD research programme starting in 2026.
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Your research must focus on Human Rights.
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You cannot have already:
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Completed a research degree at the same or higher level (e.g., you can’t apply for a PhD scholarship if you already have a PhD).
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Received a similar graduate research scholarship before.
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Selection Method
- Academic Excellence
- Research Proposal
- Commitment to Human Rights
- Research Potential
How to Apply?
To apply, submit an online application detailing your commitment to human rights beyond academia (e.g., volunteer work, experience) and how your research will deepen your understanding and enable you to contribute to the field. The link is below.
