$5,000 Biomedicine Merit Scholarship 2025 at University of Melbourne for International Students: (Deadline: 20 July, 2025)

When is the Application Deadline:

20 July 2025 (Mid-Year 2025 Intake)
Applications opened: 1 May 2025

Tell Me About The Award:

The Biomedicine Merit Scholarship is a one-off award provided by the School of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Melbourne. It supports talented international students who are beginning their Bachelor of Biomedicine and have faced disadvantaged or compassionate circumstances that affected their academic journey.

Which Fields are Eligible?

• Health Sciences
• Specifically: Bachelor of Biomedicine

Type:

• Undergraduate
• Merit-based and Needs-informed
• One-off payment

Who Can Apply?

International students who:

• Are not citizens of Australia or New Zealand
• Are not permanent residents of Australia
• Have applied for and meet the admission requirements for the Bachelor of Biomedicine
• Are commencing mid-year 2025
• Can demonstrate academic merit and compassionate or compelling personal circumstances

How are Applicants Selected?

Selection is based on:

• Entry score
• Personal statement describing compassionate/compelling circumstances
• Consideration of any previously received awards

Which Countries Are Eligible?

• All countries except Australia and New Zealand

Where will the Award be Taken?

• University of Melbourne, Australia

How Many Awards?

• Not specified, but highly competitive

What is the Benefit of the Award?

• Up to AUD $5,000
• Paid once in September for mid-year entrants

How Long Will the Award Last?

• One-off payment

How to Apply:

• Submit an online application form
• Include a personal statement detailing how personal or compassionate circumstances impacted your academic journey