Applications are now open for the Deakin University 2026 Damion Drapac Scholarship for Vocational Doctors. For students commencing the Doctor of Medicine who are from medically underserved populations, experiencing financial barriers and can demonstrate a genuine passion for community medicine.
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Summary
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Benefits
Cash payments of up to $15,000 per year, to the maximum value of $60,000.
Requirements
Ensure you meet all criteria before submitting an application. To be eligible for this scholarship, you must be:
- an Australian citizen, commencing the Doctor of Medicine (H911) in Semester 1, 2026
- from a medically underserved community (note that the University takes a broad approach to this, including financial disadvantage, LGBTQIA+, refugee, rural, or other communities who are impacted by health inequities)
- able to demonstrate financial limitations due to personal barriers significantly impacting your ability to pursue a career in medicine
- able to demonstrate passion and commitment to community medicine and improving the health of communities
- willing to represent Deakin’s School of Medicine and the Drapac Centre publicly, and to uphold the values of the School and Centre.
Selection Process
Preference will be given to students:
- with a commitment to community that includes a passion for community medicine, improving health outcomes and supporting?marginalised groups through upholding and advocating for the principles of social justice
- who possess a professional and principled approach, ensuring the capability to succeed in medical training and pursue a successful career in medicine.
Multi-Mini Interview (MMI) results will form part of the selection process.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview.
Application Deadline
November 13, 2025How To Apply
Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to
Deakin University on applicantportal.deakin.edu.au to apply
For more details, visit Deakin University Scholarship webpage
