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 was appointed as an Emeritus Professor in the Faculty of Business and Economics. This scholarship honours his life and work. In 2024 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).
Application dates
Applications are currently closed
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
What are the benefits?
Approximately $40,000, to support a period of up to 12 months of overseas study.
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