McKenzie Fellowships

Overview

McKenzie Fellowships is a funded research funding opportunity in Australia, featured in our “Australia PhD & Postdoc Funding 2026/27” round-up for the 2026/27 cycle.

Published key details: 3-year salaried fellowship, 2027 round closed.

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It is open to qualified international candidates, including Pakistani students and researchers. The sections below summarise what the award typically covers, who can apply, which documents to prepare, and how to submit an application.

Main Benefits

• 3-year salaried fellowship, 2027 round closed
• Funding is tied to the specific position or award; amounts, duration and coverage are set by the funding body and can change between calls.
• Salaried doctoral and postdoctoral positions are employment contracts — confirm the salary scale, contract length and benefits on the official vacancy page. Gross amounts are before taxes and deductions.

Eligibility Criteria

• Meet the academic requirements stated in the official call.
• Have a background relevant to the advertised programme or project.
• Provide proof of English proficiency if the host institution requires it.
• Check the official page for any nationality, age or mobility conditions.

Required Documents

• Updated academic CV.
• Degree certificates and academic transcripts.
• Research proposal or statement of research interests (for PhD and postdoctoral applications).
• Motivation or cover letter.
• Recommendation letters (usually two).
• Proof of English proficiency, if required.
• Passport or national ID.

Application Procedure

1. Open the official call page and confirm you meet the eligibility criteria.
2. Shortlist the track, project or supervisor that best fits your profile.
3. Prepare your CV, transcripts and all supporting documents.
4. Draft the research proposal and motivation letter, and contact your referees early.
5. Submit the complete application before the published deadline.
6. If selected, complete admission and any employment formalities.

Official Website

https://sites.research.unimelb.edu.au/research-funding/researcher-development-schemes/mckenzie-fellowship

Important Information

• Always verify the deadline, eligibility conditions and funding terms on the official programme page — calls and figures change between cycles.
• Funding is competitive; selection is never guaranteed.
• An award does not automatically guarantee a visa or residence permit.

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