University of Melbourne French Trust Fund

About

The University of Melbourne French Trust Fund supports research higher degree students and post-doctoral research alumni whose research projects require travel for French Studies associated with France and other French-speaking countries.

Applications open

16 March 2026

Applications close

25 May 2026

Benefits

Up to $13,000 is available and several awards may be offered from this amount. Award payments will be made as a single lump-sum.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:

• be a current research higher degree student; or,
• be a post-doctoral research alumni who has completed a doctorate within the previous three years at the University of Melbourne; and,
• have a research project that requires travel for French Studies associated with France and/or other French-speaking countries.

Selection criteria

The scholarship will be awarded to the applicant who makes the most compelling case for support by demonstrating:

• the relevance of overseas travel to their intended study or research;
• the quality and feasibility of the proposed program of study or research in France and/or another French-speaking country;
• academic merit; and,
• the skills, experience and aptitude required to carry out the proposed project as evidenced by the application.

Conditions

Recipients are required to:

• accept the award online within 21 days;
• submit the relevant travel documents; and,
• submit a report within two months of returning from travel.

Outcome

Applicants are advised of the outcome via email within 8-10 weeks.

Application process

Eligible applicants must complete the online application form, including:

• details of your proposed program of study or research overseas;
• a summary of your proposed program of French study in France and/or another French-speaking country;
• evidence of initial contact or approval of residency at a French university or institution, if applicable;
• a 300-500 word statement outlining how the scholarship would positively impact your life and assist with your studies, and how pursuing study and research overseas is important to your academic work;
• an indicative budget;
• at least one academic reference;
• a current statement of results;
• any other information to support the application that may assist the committee in making its decision.

Apply

Enquiries

artsawards-info@unimelb.edu.au

About the donors

The University of Melbourne French Trust Fund builds on the strength and vibrancy of French Studies at Melbourne and aims to enrich and enhance this field. Amongst other initiatives, the Fund offers travel grants to assist students and researchers to undertake research in France or other francophone countries.

Recipient feedback

Daniel Russo-Batterham

The impact of this scholarship on my research career will extend well beyond this single project. This visit to France will allow me to strengthen existing ties with French scholars and develop new contacts, fostering opportunities for international collaboration with the University of Melbourne.

The information listed here is subject to change without notice. Information describing the number and value of scholarships awarded is indicative.