University of Divinity Janette Gray PhD Scholarship 2026

The Janette Gray RSM Fund supports activities that promote the education and leadership of women in theology. This includes the annual Janette Gray Lecture and scholarships for women to pursue theological study. Supporting the education and leadership of women in theology. Dr Janette Gray, a Sister of Mercy, was a scholar and gifted educator who recognised the potential for theological education to be transformative of people, societies and cultures.

• Table of Content
• About University of Divinity
• University of Divinity PhD Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of University of Divinity PhD Scholarship
• Requirements for University of Divinity PhD Scholarship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

University of Divinity PhD Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of University of Divinity PhD Scholarship

• This scholarship provides a Research Stipend Scholarship for up to three years, ($34,315) to study a PhD in one of the disciplines of Theology at the University of Divinity.
• The successful candidate will also receive a Research Fee Scholarship for up to four years ($20,304) which covers the cost of tuition fees.

Requirements for University of Divinity PhD Scholarship Qualification

• The candidate must be a woman
• The candidate must be successfully admitted to commence a PhD in theology at the University of Divinity
• The candidate must have capacity to make a contribution to the future of Australian theological scholarship and education

The successful applicant must be enrolled to study in 2026.

Students who have already commenced a PhD at the University of Divinity and meet the other criteria are eligible to apply.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

• Complete a Doctor of Philosophy application form and submit this to the School of Graduate Research Office together with a statement of up to 500 words on your capacity to contribute to the future of Australian theological scholarship and education.
• Candidates who have already commenced a PhD should submit their most recent research proposal together with a statement of up to 500 words on your capacity to contribute to the future of Australian theological scholarship.

Enquiries: Professor Liz Boase, Dean of the School of Graduate Research | [email protected]

For more information, kindly visit University of Divinity scholarship webpage.