Jim Perkins PhD Travelling Scholarship

James (Jim) Perkins completed his PhD at the University of Cambridge, where he received a scholarship to study economics at the University of Melbourne. After completing his degree, he came to live in Australia and became an Emeritus Professor in the university's Faculty of Business and Economics. This scholarship honours the life and work of Prof. Perkins. In 2023 it will support:

     - a student undertaking a PhD in economics at a Russell Group University in the UK in the disciplines of economics or econometrics to study at the University of Melbourne, and

     - a student undertaking a PhD in economics at the University of Melbourne in the disciplines of economics or econometrics to study at a Russell Group University in the UK.

Each scholarship is valued at approximately $40,000 to support a full year of travel (pro-rata for shorter travel periods).

Applications open

28 Jul 2023

Last day for applications

1 Oct 2023
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Last day for applications

This is the last day on which applications will be accepted. Though conditions vary, we recommend submission by 5pm AEST to avoid disappointment.

Application type

Application required
How to apply

Benefit type

Single payment
Full benefit details

Citizenship requirements

Australian / domestic student
International student

Total value

up to $40,000

Applicable study areas

Commerce, economics and management

Number of scholarships awarded

At least 2

  • Eligibility & selection criteria

    Eligibility

    To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:

    • be a post-confirmation PhD student at a Russell Group University in the UK or be a post-confirmation PhD student at the University of Melbourne.
    • be undertaking research in the disciplines of economics or econometrics
    • discuss your application with and have approval of your PhD supervisor
    • be enrolled full-time for the duration of the scholarship
    • be able to commence the overseas study in 2024
    • not be due to complete your degree before or during the period of the scholarship
  • Application process

    Students should submit an online application including:

    • a cover letter summarising intended overseas studies
    • a resume
    • supervisor approval
    • an academic reference (outlining the potential to undertake the graduate program applied for)
    • for PhD students enrolled at the University of Melbourne: written agreement from an appropriate supervisor at a Russell Group University to provide supervision for the period of study
    • for PhD students enrolled at a Russell Group University: written agreement from an appropriate supervisor at the University of Melbourne to provide supervision for the period of study

    Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

  • When will I know the outcome?

    Applicants will be notified by email of the outcome of their application.

What are the benefits?

Approximately $40,000, to support a period of up to 12 months of overseas study.

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