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The University of Melbourne is now accepting applications for the Biomedicine Merit Scholarship 2025. This prestigious scholarship is designed to support international students who have demonstrated academic excellence while overcoming challenging or disadvantaged circumstances. It provides a unique opportunity for students pursuing a Bachelor of Biomedicine degree.
Location: Australia
Degree Level: Bachelor
Field of Study: Biomedicine
Eligible Applicants: International Students
Funding Type: Partial Funding ($5,000 AUD)
Application Deadline: July 20, 2025
Scholarship Details
Available Program
Bachelor of Biomedicine
Scholarship Benefits
One-time payment of $5,000 AUD
Disbursement schedule:
April for students commencing in the Start-Year Intake
September for students commencing in the Mid-Year Intake
Designed to ease the transition into university studies for students with disadvantaged backgrounds
Eligible Nationalities
Open to applicants from all countries
Not available to citizens or permanent residents of Australia or New Zealand
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Biomedicine Merit Scholarship, applicants must:
Be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand
Not hold permanent residency in Australia
Apply for and meet the admission requirements for the Bachelor of Biomedicine at the University of Melbourne
Selection Criteria
Applications will be evaluated by a selection panel based on the following:
Academic entry score
Personal statement explaining compassionate or compelling circumstances
Previous academic awards or distinctions
The scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate both academic merit and personal resilience.
How to Apply
Mid-Year 2025 Intake Timeline
Applications Open: 1 May 2025
Applications Close: 20 July 2025
Notification of Results: By July 2025 via email
Start-Year 2025 Intake (Reference Only)
Applications Opened: 1 November 2024
Applications Closed: 31 January 2025
Notification: By February 2025
Application Process
Submit the online scholarship application form
Include a personal statement explaining any compassionate or compelling circumstances that impacted your academic journey
Attach all required documents such as academic transcripts and evidence of achievements
Important: This scholarship cannot be deferred to a future academic year.
Why Apply for This Scholarship?
The Biomedicine Merit Scholarship at the University of Melbourne is an exceptional opportunity for international students to:
Gain financial support for their undergraduate studies
Be recognized for their academic achievements and resilience
Launch a successful career in the health and biomedical sciences field
