Key scholarship details
Application status
Opening soon
Applications open
28 Aug 2026
Applications close
25 Oct 2026
Benefit amount
Up to $140,000
Eligible study level
Graduate research
Eligible student type
Domestic and international students
Eligible study stage
Future study
Benefit duration
One or more years
Summary
The Gordon and Isabel Humphrey Scholarship was established with a gift from John Humphrey in memory of his parents and is awarded to graduate researchers who are enrolling in a graduate research degree in a field of Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology.
Benefits
This scholarship provides the following benefits:
- A fortnightly stipend with a rate of $41,100 per year pro rata (2027 full-time rate) for up to 3.5 years for students undertaking a doctoral degree. The living allowance may be indexed annually and includes limited paid sick, parental and partner leave
- A one-off relocation allowance of $2,000 for students moving from States or Territories other than Victoria or $3,000 for students moving from outside Australia
- Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) Single Membership for international students who require a student visa to study in Australia
Amount:
Up to $140,000
Duration:
One or more years
Quantity:
At least 1
Eligibility and selection criteria
Eligibility
To be considered for this scholarship, you must have received a course offer for the Doctor of Philosophy – Engineering for commencement in 2027.
Selection criteria
The scholarship is offered to the graduate researcher(s) ranked highest by the selection panel based on their application.
In the interest of equitable distribution of scholarships, other scholarships or prizes received from the University by students are considered.
Conditions
This scholarship is subject to the University's Graduate Research Scholarship Terms and Conditions and can be deferred to the following academic year with approval. In addition, students must agree to the University sharing their name and course details with the donor of their scholarship and provide a note of appreciation or a brief report on the benefits of the scholarship if requested.
Study level:
Graduate research
Student type:
Domestic and international students
Study stage type:
Future study
Study area:
Engineering
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How to apply
You must submit an application and include a personal statement addressing your leadership and community engagement, how the proposed research will help you achieve your goals and passion in your field of study and the benefits of receiving the scholarship.
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