Hansen Scholarship in History

This scholarship 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.

Applications open

14 Oct 2024

Last day for applications

30 Nov 2024
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Application type

Application required
How to apply

Benefit type

General allowance
Full benefit details

Citizenship requirements

Australian / domestic student
International student

Total value

up to $140,000

Applicable study areas

Historical, philosophical, political and social studies

Number of scholarships awarded

1

  • Bronwyn Anne Beech Jones
    "Learning and teaching history cultivates critical curiosity, humility and respectfulness. The Hansen Scholarship in History will allow me to continue and expand my work to promote and encourage history in Australia and Indonesia."
    - Bronwyn Anne Beech Jones
  • Eligibility & selection criteria

    Eligibility

    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 criteria

    The scholarship will be offered to the student ranked highest by the selection panel based on their application, their prior academic performance and whether the applicant has the skills, experience and aptitude required to carry out the proposed PhD, as demonstrated by the 500-word statement and performance at interview.

  • Application process

    Applicants must complete the online application form including the following:

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

    Submit a scholarship application now

  • When will I know the outcome?

    Shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview.

  • About the donor

    Hansen Trust

    The Hansen Trust was established by the Hansen Little Foundation to support innovation and excellence in History at Melbourne and to provide students with an outstanding education: to open pathways into great careers and graduate opportunities; to underline the continuing relevance and importance of history; and to nurture and engage community passion for this important field of study.

    Advancing the future of students through access to excellence in tertiary education is one of the Hansen Little Foundation’s core beliefs, and Jane Hansen believes that an individual’s life trajectory should be guided by their determination to achieve their ambitions, regardless of any limiting social or economic barriers.

What are the benefits?

$40,000 per year for the first 3.5 years of a full-time PhD candidature, and, with the approval of an extension, of up to 6 months paid at the Australian Government Research Training Program Scholarships (RTP) rate of that year. Recipients are entitled to the same benefits as the RTP, subject to the terms and conditions outlined here. 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

Successful applicants are required to:

  • accept the award online within 21 days; and,
  • provide a short report at the end of each calendar year for the duration of your enrolment and at the end of your PhD candidature.

Enquiries

For any further enquiries: artsawards-info@unimelb.edu.au.

Queries about your separate Doctor of Philosophy - Arts (DR-PHILART) application should be sent to arts-graduateenquiries@unimelb.edu.au.

The information listed here is subject to change without notice. Where we have listed information about jointly run scholarships programs, please also see our partners' websites. Information describing the number and value of scholarships awarded is indicative.