Applications are currently being accepted for the University of Melbourne Hansen History Scholarship 2027 in Australia. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About University of Melbourne Hansen History Scholarship
Hansen History supports a full-time PhD candidature in History and includes mentoring, teaching experience and community engagement opportunities. The Hansen History Scholarship is intended for candidates pursuing a PhD in History and highlights a mentoring program that provides valuable experience in tertiary teaching and the promotion of History to the community.
The scholarship is offered by the University of Melbourne and funded through the Hansen Trust established by the Hansen Little Foundation. The donors aim to support innovation and excellence in History at Melbourne, open pathways into careers and graduate opportunities, and promote access to tertiary education regardless of social or economic barriers.
Benefits of University of Melbourne Hansen History Scholarship
- This scholarship provides a full tuition fee offset and a stipend paid at the Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) rate for the standard duration of a full-time PhD candidature.
- Benefits also include a one-off research grant of $5,000, a relocation allowance of $2,000 for students moving from States or Territories other than Victoria and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for international students requiring a student visa.
- A key feature of the scholarship is a mentoring program that provides valuable experience in tertiary teaching and the promotion of History to the community.
University of Melbourne Hansen History Scholarship Requirements
- Meet the entry requirements for the full-time Doctor of Philosophy – Arts (DR-PHILART) in the field of History;
- Have received the minimum result of first class Honours in the qualifying degree;
- Be enrolling in a full-time Doctor of Philosophy – Arts (PhD) in the field of History for the following year.
Application Date and Process
- Complete the online application form.
- Provide a 500 word statement outlining views on the significance of History teaching and the role of History in our society.
- Include a copy of the PhD research proposal and proposed supervisor.
- Attach current academic records.
- Provide any other information to support the application that may assist the committee in making its decision.
Application Deadline
15 October, 2026
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