Lesley Shorne Memorial Scholarship
Overview
Title
Lesley Shorne Memorial Scholarship
College
College of Medicine and Public Health
Opening date
15-12-2025
Closing date
02-04-2026
Scholarship value
$1,750 per year
Scholarship duration
Up to 4 years
Payment term
Enrolment status
Commencing, Continuing
Student type
Women
Level of Study
Postgrad Coursework
Selection basis
Financial need
Description
The Lesley Shorne Memorial Scholarship was established in 2011. The Scholarship will recognise and support a mature age woman in the Doctor of Medicine in a Commonwealth supported place at Flinders University.
The Scholarship aims to support a woman who has a demonstrated commitment to improving the well-being of women through their involvement as a volunteer, through work or study in the areas of Health, Education Safety, Social Justice, Poverty or Advocacy.
The Lesley Shorne Scholar will be expected to attend an annual event and will have opportunities to participate in a network associated with the Lesley Shorne Scholars.
Eligibility
Applicants for the Scholarship must:
- be enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place in the Doctor of Medicine at Flinders University
- be a woman of at least 25 years of age on 1 January of the year the Scholarship is to be awarded
- be able to demonstrate a commitment to improving women’s well-being in specific areas such as Health, Education Safety, Social Justice, Poverty or Advocacy
Selection Criteria
The Scholarship will be awarded on the basis of:
- demonstrated commitment to women’s health and well-being;
- financial need and/or example of an obstacle overcome in order to commence or continue with their studies
All applications deemed eligible will be assessed against these criteria by a panel consisting of representatives from the College of Medicine and Public Health and the family of Dr Lesley Shorne.
Application Information
Applications should be submitted online through the Flinders University Student System by the specified closing date. Please read the how to apply page and ensure all of your personal details are up-to-date in the Student System as you will be assessed using this information.
