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Westpac Research Fellowships in Australia, 2027

Awarded by Westpac Bicentennial Foundation

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

Post DocResearch Fellow/ Scientist

Funding Type

Partial Funding · minimum of AUD 460,000 over three - five years

Eligible Courses

Sustainability, Technology and Innovation, Social Change and Australia’s relationship with Asia.

Eligible Nationalities

Open to Australian citizens and permanent residents

Can Be Taken At

University of Queensland (UQ)The University of SydneyAustralian National University (ANU)

Provider

Westpac Bicentennial Foundation

Last Verified On

10 Sep 2026 by WeMakeScholars Scholarship Team

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Overview

Eligibility for Westpac Research Fellowships in Australia, 2027:

  • The fellowships are open to Australian nationals or permanent residents.
  • Applicants of Westpac Research Fellowships in Australia, 2026 must demonstrate academic excellence and achievements to date.
  • The proposed research must contribute to the future of Australia in one of the Trust's priority funding areas; Australia in Asia, Thriving Tech Sector, an Inclusive Australia, and Sustainable Futures .    
  • Applicants must commence their research by 30 June 2027.
  • You have been awarded a Ph.D. between 2020 and 2023; or have obtained an Eligibility Exemption from the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) or equivalent at your host university.
  • The proposed research should incorporate international experiences that will enhance your leadership abilities and expand your global networks. These experiences could include research-focused study tours, participation in short courses or conferences, internships, or volunteering opportunities.
  • Applicant must be able to attend the National Assessment Centre to be held in Sydney on 4-5 December 2024.

Documents required:

  • Applicants must submit two letters of reference.
  • One academic reference and one personal reference.
  • A letter of support must be submitted by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor.

Value of Westpac Research Fellowships in Australia, 2027:

  • The successful applicants of Westpac Research Fellowships in Australia, 2027 will receive a funding of at least $460,000 over three years.

Deadline for Westpac Research Fellowships in Australia, 2027:

  • The last date to apply for Westpac Research Fellowships in Australia, 2027 is from 25 June 2026 to 9 September 2026.
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  • The deadline of Westpac Research Fellowships in Australia, 2027 is Expired.
  • Westpac Research Fellowships in Australia, 2027 is offered to Post Doc, Research Fellow/ Scientist degree.
  • Westpac Research Fellowships in Australia, 2027 is offered for Sustainability, Technology and Innovation, Social Change and Australia’s relationship with Asia..
  • Westpac Research Fellowships in Australia, 2027 is open for: Open to Australian citizens and permanent residents.
  • Westpac Research Fellowships in Australia, 2027 is offered by Westpac Bicentennial Foundation.
  • Westpac Research Fellowships in Australia, 2027 covers Partial Funding, minimum of AUD 460,000 over three - five years.