Applications are now open for the University of Melbourne Law School Visiting Fellowship 2026. The Peter McMullin Centre on Statelessness at the University of Melbourne Law School offers a Fully Funded Visiting Fellowship Program for two Months. Candidates should ensure that they start their Fellowship between July and November 2026. There is no application fee, and applicants from around the world are eligible to apply. They are looking for Individuals who are doing research and have an interest in statelessness. Statelessness refers to the condition of not being recognized as a national (citizen) by any country under the operation of its law. The Fellowship is worth $AUD6,000, which covers the Cost of Travel and Accommodation in Melbourne. More details are below
Eligibility Criteria
- The Fellowship is open to all Nationals.
- Academics: From early-career (postdoctoral) to tenured professors working on statelessness.
- Non-academic professionals are welcome if they propose an applied research project relevant to statelessness.
- Researchers with lived experience of statelessness are strongly encouraged to apply.
- All applicants must demonstrate a clear interest in statelessness and propose work relevant to the Centre.
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- List of publications
- Research plan
- Proposed dates of the visit (Must be between July and Nov 2026)
- One letter of reference (or letter of support for non-academic visitors)
