Key scholarship details
Application status
Not open yet
Applications open
2 Feb 2026
Applications close
7 Mar 2026
Benefit amount
Up to $5,000
Eligible study level
Graduate coursework
Eligible student type
Domestic and international students
Eligible study stage
Current study
Benefit duration
One-off
Summary
Established by generous donations and gifts from members of the Victorian Bar to celebrate the magnificent career of Justice Kenneth Hayne AC.The Honourable Kenneth Hayne AC was a longstanding Justice of the High Court of Australia and has contributed significantly to the development of Australian law. Throughout his exceptional judicial career he has demonstrated a strong commitment to legal education.
Benefits
A one-off payment of upto $5,000.
Amount:
Up to $5,000
Duration:
One-off
Quantity:
1
Eligibility and selection criteria
Eligibility
To be considered for this scholarship, you must:
- Be a domestic of international student
- Be admitted and enrolled at Melbourne Law School, undertaking either coursework or research higher degree.
Selection criteria
The scholarship is awarded on the basis of both academic merit and demonstrated financial need.
Note: Students who wish to be eligible for scholarships that consider financial need must submit the University of Melbourne’s Financial Assessment Form prior to submitting their application for Melbourne Law School scholarships.
Study level:
Graduate coursework
Student type:
Domestic and international students
Study stage type:
Current study
Study area:
Law
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How to apply
Applicants must submit an application with Melbourne Law School during the application period:
Only one application is required - applicants do not need to submit individual applications for each available scholarship.
When will I know the outcome?
Recipients will receive their outcome approximately one month after applications close.
Status:
Not open yet
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