McKinnon-Walker Research Fellowship 2027 at University of Wollongong

The McKinnon-Walker Research Fellowship supports outstanding PhD candidates at the University of Wollongong whose research benefits Pacific Islander, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples. Two fellowships are awarded for 2027 commencement,.

Who can apply

The page lists both domestic and international students as eligible and states no nationality restriction. The scheme is narrow in focus, though. Your research should improve things for the communities named above, for example through health, education, law or public policy. Applicants are judged on academic excellence, the quality and feasibility of the research, leadership, and commitment to service and community engagement. Applicants from Pacific Islander, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

What the fellowship offers

The package includes a stipend of $55,537 per year for 3.5 years, project funding of $20,000 in total, and a tuition fee waiver for up to 4 years. Fellows also join workshops, mentoring and events that build leadership skills. The university only accepts PhD applications from people with a confirmed supervisor, so contact one early.

Deadline and how to apply

Both steps close on 17 November 2026. New applicants first submit a full PhD application through the university's research degree portal, with a research proposal of 3-4 pages. They then email a single PDF to the Graduate Research School, with a CV, two one-page statements and a supporting email from the supervisor.