2026 ABC TOP 5 MEDIA RESIDENCIES

This scheme is for early career PhD researchers in Humanities, Science and the Arts.

Presented by ABC Radio National & supported by our program partners:

• Arts: University of Melbourne & Creative Australia
• Humanities: University of Sydney
• Science: Australian National University

Applications for 2026 are open March 3 through to April 5.

You will need to register with Submittable to apply. Once you register, you will find full details on eligibility on the relevant application forms or visit www.abc.net.au/top5.