Conference Grants – University of Melbourne (2025)
Are you a graduate student looking to present your research at a conference? Their is an opportunity at Faculty of Arts Graduate Coursework Conference Grants at the University of Melbourne. This also offer financial support ranging from $500 to $2,000. A unique opportunity to present your research work efforts, opportunity to connect with experts, and expand your academic network.
About the University of Melbourne
The University of Melbourne is more than just a top-tier institution—where innovation, academic excellence, and diverse student energy come together. The institution established in 1853, has become Australia’s most prestigious university, recognized globally for its updated and finest research and dynamic campus culture.
Located in Melbourne, one of the world’s most livable cities, the institution attracts students from over 150 countries. Whether you’re interested in arts, science, engineering, or medicine field, you’ll find programs that align with your future objectives, along with further bright opportunities for research and industry collaborations.
Grant Overview
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University/Organization: University of Melbourne
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Department: Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences (GSHSS)
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Course Level: Graduate Coursework
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Award Amount: $500 – $2,000
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Application Mode: Online
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Number of Awards: Limited
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Eligible Nationalities: Domestic and International Students
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Location: Australia or overseas
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Application Deadline: November 30, 2025
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Faculty of Arts Graduate Coursework Conference Grants, applicants must:
✔ Be domestic or international students enrolled in a graduate coursework program at GSHSS.
✔ Have completed at least 37.5 points and one semester of study in GSHSS (Advanced Standing does not contribute).
✔ Receive an invitation to attend or present at an academic conference.
✔ Obtain written confirmation from their course coordinator verifying the conference’s relevance to their degree.
✔ Agree to report their conference outcomes to their academic school after attending.
✔ Submit receipts for approved expenses, including:
📌 Conference registration fees
📌 Airfares (economy return flights or equivalent overland transport)
📌 Accommodation during the conference (excluding personal stays)
✔ Ensure travel aligns with DFAT safety advice for overseas destinations.
✔ Submit a complete application with all required documents.
Funding Benefits
📌 Up to $500 for local conferences
📌 Up to $1,000 for interstate conferences
📌 Up to $2,000 for international conferences
📌 Covers a percentage of conference registration, travel, and accommodation costs
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted before the deadline. Late submissions will not be considered, except for students who attended conferences in the last 12 months.
1️⃣ Gather Required Documents:
📌 Invitation letter from conference organizers
📌 Confirmation letter from your course coordinator verifying relevance to your degree
📌 Receipts for conference registration, economy airfare, and accommodation
2️⃣ Submit Your Application Online:
✔ Ensure all documents are complete and accurate.
✔ Late applications will not be accepted, except for retrospective cases (for conferences attended in the last 12 months).
✔ Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
3️⃣ Await Notification:
✔ Successful applicants will receive an email with further details.
Important Notes:
✔ Retrospective applications are accepted for conferences attended within the same year.
✔ Students can only receive this grant once during their coursework.
Apply Now!
Have you ever dreamed of presenting your research at an international conference, but funding held you back? This grant could cover your trip—flights, registration fees, and even that overpriced conference coffee.
Past recipients have presented everywhere from Tokyo to Berlin. One PhD candidate even networked their way into a postdoc at Oxford (true story).
The deadline is approaching—apply now!
