Humanist Society of Victoria & Centre for Applied Philosophy and
Public Ethics Scholarship:
'Humanism and Justice'
The Humanist Society of Victoria Inc. & the Melbourne University
Division of the ARC Special Research Centre for Applied Philosophy
and Public Ethics (CAPPE) are offering an 18 month scholarship for
study at the University of Melbourne commencing in 2005. The
scholarship is for the completion of a Master of Arts research degree
at CAPPE. Students may choose to enrol either in an MA in Philosophy
(Advanced Seminar and Shorter thesis) or in the MA in International
Justice (Advanced Seminar and Shorter thesis).
Research Proposal
The research proposal for the MA may draw on a wide variety of topics
related to humanist thought, moral and political philosophy, and
social justice issues. Research topics should reflect the key themes
of humanism, including a scientific approach to understanding, and a
commitment to equality and social justice, and to improving the
quality of life. Topics that apply these themes to issues of
contemporary importance, such as refugees, land rights and indigenous
issues, international justice, medical ethics, and the environment,
are encouraged, but applicants should feel free to develop proposals
which reflect their own interests.
Eligibility and Application Procedure
Students must satisfy the standard entry requirements for a Master's
degree at the University of Melbourne. For more information go to:
http://www.philosophy.unimelb.edu.au/cappe/postgrad/postgraduate.php
Relevant professional experience will be taken into account.
Applicants should send a 600 word research proposal, academic
transcripts, two references, and a CV to the address below. The
successful applicant will then be asked to apply for admission to an
MA degree. Applications should be received by December 10th, 2004 and
be sent to the address below.
International Students are welcome to apply.
Publication and dissemination of research
Towards the end of their research scholarship recipients will be
required to give a presentation of their research to a forum
organised by the sponsors. Recipients will also be required to write
a short accessible article on their research for a community journal.
Scholarship terms and conditions
The scholarship rate is A$17,915 pa and is generally tax exempt. The
scholarship is for full time study commencing in 2005 and for 1.5
years.
Contact Information
Dr Jeremy Moss
Centre for Applied Philosophy and Public Ethics
Philosophy Department
University of Melbourne
Parkville
Victoria 3010
Australia
Email: [email protected]
Ph: 61 3 8344 5125
Additional Information
Further information on the Humanist Society can be found at:
http://home.vicnet.net.au/~humanist/main/main.html
and about CAPPE at:
http://www.philosophy.unimelb.edu.au/cappe/index.php
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Dr Jeremy Moss
Centre for Applied Philosophy and Public Ethics
Philosophy Department
University of Melbourne
Parkville 3010
AUSTRALIA
ph. 61 3 8344 5091
fax. 61 3 9348 2130
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