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Geoffrey Bolton History Honours Scholarship

Established in memory of the late Emeritus Professor Geoffrey Bolton, the Geoffrey Bolton Fund enhances the learning journey of History scholars. Geoffrey’s teaching and writing endeavoured to bring Australian history to life, so it can be accessed and enjoyed by everyone – now and for generations to come.
Provider:
Donor
No. of Scholarships:
1
Duration of Award:
1 year
Level of study:
  • Honours
Semester Availability:
  • Semester 1
Study Area:
  • Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

Eligibility

To be eligible for this scholarship you must:

  • be commencing an honours course at Murdoch University in History, with a focus on projects dealing with social and cultural history from the early modern era to the contemporary era. 

How to Apply

This scholarship opens for applications on the 5th October 2025. You will need your Murdoch Student ID to access the online application form.

You are welcome to express your interest in this scholarship by emailing us at mu_scholarships_eoi@murdoch.edu.au noting your name and the scholarship you are interested in within the subject heading of the email.  Expressing your interest will enable us to send you a reminder to be one of the first to apply for this scholarship as soon as it opens.

Required Documents

This scholarship requires you to provide the following documents:

  • Completed application form
  • A one to two page CV
  • Research plan (including includes milestones and publication commitments – where appropriate)

Payment Method

Payment of the award will be made in two equal instalments, directly into your nominated bank account, as follows:

  • $1,500 in week 7 or 8 in the semester you are awarded;
  • $1,500 in week 7 or 8 consecutive second semester.

All payments are subject to your ongoing acceptance and compliance with the terms and conditions of the award.