University of Melbourne
Ernest Scott Prize
A prestigious prize of $12,600 for original published research on the history of Australia or New Zealand.
Key details
Value
Up to $12,600
Length of Support
Once
Number Offered
1
About this scholarship
This prestigious prize is awarded to original published research that contributes to the history of Australia or New Zealand or to the history of colonization in these countries.
Eligibility
Eligibility
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:
- have published original research on the history of Australia/New Zealand (edited or republished works are not eligible); and,
- live in Australia or New Zealand or the respective external territories.
Eligible Degrees
- Doctorate (PhD)
Eligible Institutions
University of Melbourne
Eligible Study Fields
H
Humanities, Arts & Social SciencesSelection criteria
Works must:
- be based upon original research, which is, in the opinion of the judges, the most distinguished contribution to the history of Australia or New Zealand or to the history of colonization in these countries;
- have been published during the two calendar years immediately prior to the first day of January of the year in which it is to be awarded; and,
- be submitted by publishers. Authors are advised to request their publishers to submit their books on their behalf if they wish to apply.
Application process
Publishers should:
- submit an online application form;
- mail a copy of the book to each of the two judges. The postal addresses will be supplied via email after the online entry form has been successfully submitted; and,
- attach a cover page to each book stating the publisher, publisher contact name, position, email address, contact phone number, book details, author, date published and ISBN number.
Books submitted will not be returned.