Dr Herbert Gibson Rural Health Scholarship
Achieving Potential Scholarship for Distinction
A scholarship for students who are studying medicine and have a low income 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.
Applications
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Total scholarship value
Up to $30,000
Number offered
Variable (Depending on funding)
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
- Have a low income
- From a regional or remote area
Benefits
- $6000 per annum (48 credit points of study) up to a maximum of five years.
Number offered
- Variable (Depending on funding)
Selection criteria
- Based on academic achievement and need.
To retain this scholarship:
- You must maintain full-time enrolment.
- You will be asked to provide a progress report on the benefits of this scholarship to the donor at the end of the year.
How to apply
- This scholarship cannot be deferred.
- Applications for Year 12 students are open 2 August - 8 October 2021, submit a scholarship application through VTAC
- For current Monash students, applications are open 17 January - 4 March (2pm) 2022 apply directly to Monash.
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