The University of Melbourne Hansen Scholarship in History 2027

The Hansen Scholarship in History supports a full-time PhD candidature in History. A key feature of the scholarship is a mentoring program that provides valuable experience in tertiary teaching, engagement and the promotion of History to the community.

Table of Content

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

Summary

• Application DeadlineOctober 15, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorUniversity of Melbourne
• City to studyVictoria
• School to studyUniversity of Melbourne
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• 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
• 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.

Requirements

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:

• 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; and,
• be enrolling in a full-time Doctor of Philosophy - Arts (PhD) in the field of History for the following year.

Selection Process

The scholarship will be offered to the applicant ranked highest by the selection panel based on:

• prior academic performance; and,
• the skills, experience and aptitude required to carry out the proposed PhD as evidenced by the 500 word statement, PhD research proposal and performance at interview.

Application Documents

• a 500 word statement outlining their views on the significance of History teaching and the role of History in our society;
• a copy of the PhD research proposal and proposed supervisor;
• current academic records; and,
• any other information to support the application that may assist the committee in making its decision.

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

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Eligible applicants must complete the online application form, including required documents.

For more information kindly visit the University of Melbourne webpage.