Monash University PhD Scholarship in climate displacement in Australia 2026

This PhD scholarship is funded as an important part of an ARC funded project, “Addressing long-term climate displacement in Australia”, conducted by Dr Colette Mortreux from the School of Social Sciences.

 

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineAugust 2, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorMonash University
• City to studyVictoria
• School to studyMonash University
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• The successful applicant will receive a Research Living Allowance, at current value of $37,145AUD per annum 2026 full-time rate (tax-free stipend), indexed plus allowances
• A tuition fee scholarship and Single Overseas Health Cover (OSHC) will be provided for a successful international awardee.

Requirements

• The successful applicant will have an excellent academic track record in Human Geography or cognate discipline within the social sciences.
• In its assessment, the selection committee will prioritise applicants who hold an Australian (or equivalent international) Honour’s or Master’s degree (both in a relevant field), with a significant research component and with first-class honours/H1 awarded.
• Details of eligibility requirements, including English-language proficiency skills, to undertake a PhD in the Faculty of Arts are available at www.monash.edu/arts/graduate_research/how-to-apply. Applicants should ensure they familiarise themselves with these requirements before deciding whether they should apply.
• Scholarship holders must be enrolled full-time and on campus. Please note: applicants who already hold a PhD will not be considered.
• The successful applicant will be expected to enrol by 29 January 2027. However, there may be some flexibility as to the date of commencement.

Application Documents

Applications shall comprise:

• A cover letter that includes a brief statement of the applicant’s suitability
• A brief Research Proposal that fits within the broad project aims and objectives, and demonstrates some understanding of the area of research
• A curriculum vitae, including a list of any published works, conference presentations and relevant work experience
• A full statement of academic records, degree certificates and official grading system (if available), supported by scanned copies of relevant certified documentation
• English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
• Names and contact details of 2 academic referees

Check also:
ANU Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship 2026
University of Canberra Research Scholarships 2026

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• You are required to discuss your research proposal with Dr Colette Mortreux, School of Social Sciences, Email: [email protected] before you submit an application.

Once you have discussed your proposal with Dr Colette Mortreux, please submit your application via My.App and upload all supporting documentation in pdf format:

• Select Admission Only as the Application Type
• Select ‘Yes’ to indicate that you are applying for a scholarship for this research and enter “PhD Scholarship in climate displacement in Australia” as the scholarship you are applying for under Research Program Funding of the application.

For more information, kindly visit the Monash University webpage.