Dr Herbert Gibson Rural Health Scholarship

Dr Herbert Gibson Rural Health Scholarship

Achieving Potential Scholarship for Distinction

A scholarship for students who are studying medicine and experiencing financial hardship or are from a regional or remote area of Australia.

Dr Herbert Gibson was born in Bendigo and moved to Melbourne to study Medicine at Monash. He later became an academic staff member at Monash, and devoted his life to the care of marginalised people.

Total scholarship value

Up to $30,000

Number offered

1 per year

Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine

Imogen

This scholarship has contributed to my achievement of publishing my first paper as well as hosting lectures. These experiences will help as I work towards becoming a medical practitioner and tutor in future. I've also been able to have a better work-life balance and spend the time mentoring.

Am I eligible?

You must be one of the following:

  • An Australian citizen

You must meet the following criteria:

  • Commencing or continuing student enrolled or intending to enrol in full-time in the Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (includes graduate entry students) at a Monash campus in Australia
  • Experiencing financial hardship.
  • From a regional or remote area

Benefits

  • $6000 per annum (48 credit points of study) up to a maximum of five years.

Number offered

  • 1 per year

Selection criteria

  • Awarded based on academic achievement and need.

To retain this scholarship:

  • You must maintain full-time enrolment.

How to apply

  • This scholarship cannot be deferred.
  • VTAC applicants - If you think you might be eligible for an equity scholarship, ensure that you apply for the VTAC equity schemes (SEAS) to be automatically considered.
  • For current Monash students, apply directly to Monash

Every scholarship may have a different application process – or none at all. Read the application details carefully and submit your application by the deadline. For more details, visit our scholarships application page.