The Monash International Merit Scholarship (PG) is awarded by Monash University. The university invites students from all over the world who have received an offer from Monash or who are currently enrolled with the university to apply for the Monash International Merit Scholarship. This scholarship, however, is applicable for the following courses in Monash University in Australia - 

• Master of Data Science
• Master of Business Information Systems
• Master of Information Technology
• Master of Advanced Engineering
• Global Executive Business Administration
• Master of Management
• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Accounting
• Master of Banking and Finance
• Master of Business
• Master of Advance Finance
• Master of Fine Arts
• Master of Advanced Nursing
• Master of Biomedical and Health Science

Shortlisting Process

The selection of scholars for the Monash International Merit Scholarship (PG) involves a multi-stage process. The scholars will be selected after a thorough assessment of all the applicants. Preference will be given to following candidates:

• Based on academic achievement.
• Current students must have achieved a minimum weighted average mark of 85.
• Students will also be assessed on their scholarship application statement (500 words), and their potential to be an ambassador for Monash University.
• Preference will be given to commencing students.

Terms and Conditions

The continuation of the scholarship depends on the good academic performance of the scholars in the examinations conducted by their respective universities.

Renewal cases of stipend holders who are not promoted to the next year will not be considered for further renewal.

• Intending to enroll full-time in undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) degree at a Monash campus in Australia.
• For commencing students, they must have received a Monash offer.
• For current students, you must have completed a minimum of two semesters in Australia.
• Current students enrolled in the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (Honours) course or the Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (MD) course must have completed at least three semesters.
• Applicants must maintain a distinction average (70% or above) each semester.
• The applicant will be required to participate in at least three Marketing and/or Scholarship promotional activities, which include attending official scholarship functions and participating in marketing activities and networking events.
• For current students, they must have completed a minimum of two semesters in Australia.

Students are not eligible to apply for this scholarship if they: 

• Are studying Australian Year 12.
• Are commencing in the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (Honours) course or the Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (MD). They will need to complete three semesters and apply as a current student.

Applications must be submitted online.

Application Documents

• Personal Statement.