Freda Freiberg Film and Screen Studies Library Grant 2025
Overview
The School of Media, Film and Journalism invites proposals from students wishing to undertake the Master of Arts (Research Training) with a research focus that utilises the resources of the Freda Freiberg Film and Screen Studies Library. This Grant is designed to showcase the unique holdings of the Library, which include rare books and journals, special collections, newspaper clippings, press kits, ephemera, and other significant artefacts from the film and television industries.
The successful candidate will have access to the Library under the guidance of Film, Screen and Culture staff.
The Grant provides a one-off stipend of $5,000 (AUD) in 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Background
The Freda Freiberg Film and Screen Studies Library is a research collection housed at the School of Media, Film and Journalism (MFJ), Monash University, Caulfield, Caulfield Campus.
The material in the Library had its beginnings in what was the Monash Film Group (1960s). This initial collection of film books and journals was gradually consolidated through contributions by prominent film studies academics, including a large donation by Melbourne-based film critic and historian Freda Freiberg.
Additional contributions have come from the collections of Ina Bertrand, Annette Blonski, John Hughes, Adrian Martin, Ken Mogg, Tom O'Regan, John Politzer, Susan Stewart and METRO magazine.
The unique and specialist holdings of the Library are supported by comprehensive holdings of books, journals and industry publications from Australia and overseas. Read more about the Library here.
Grant Details
Under the direction of Film, Screen and Culture staff, the successful candidate will undertake research that utilises the resources of the Freda Freiberg Film and Screen Studies Library to develop a dissertation for the degree of Master of Arts (Research Training) at Monash University.
The Grant provides an opportunity to work closely with one of Monash University’s unique cultural collections and for professional development through experience gained in research data collection and management procedures.
This Grant is for incoming candidates of the Master of Arts (Research Training).
Sound research skills and the ability to work independently on research leads are needed, as is a background in Film, Screen and Culture (or related area).
Applications for the Grant will be considered according to the following criteria:
- Potential for effective and demonstrated use of the Library holdings
- Originality and innovation
- Relevance and significance
- Contribution to knowledge
- Education and industry engagement
Applications will be assessed by a panel consisting of MFJ Head of School, MFJ Graduate Research Director and MFJ Freda Freiberg Library Custodian.
How to Apply
This Grant will be be considered as a part of the application process for the Master of Arts (Research Training).
To be considered for this Grant candidates must contact Program Lead, Associate Professor Constantine Verevis, Film, Screen and Culture to discuss their research interests. This may involve a visit to the Library, Caulfield Campus.
All applications for the Master of Arts (Research Training), Media, Film and Journalism Program will be considered by the selection panel. Please find out more about the entry requirements here.
All candidates and especially people from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, from the CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse) and/or DGSS (Diverse Genders, Sexes and Sexualities) communities and/or people living with disabilities, who meet the requirements of the Scholarship are encouraged to contact Associate Professor Constantine Verevis to be considered. While preference will be given the Master of Arts (Research Training) submissions, all Master of Arts applications will be considered.
Applications close: 5.00pm, 31 October 2025
Contact and Further Information
For queries relating to the Freda Freiberg Film and Screen Studies Library Grant, contact Associate Professor Constantine Verevis, Film, Screen and Culture - con.verevis@monash.edu
For queries relating to Master of Arts (Research Training) and the application process how to apply page.