Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences Indigenous Professional Development Grant
Indigenous academic and professional staff are invited to apply for the competitive MDHS Indigenous Professional Development Grant.
This grant supports a wide range of flexible professional development opportunities that contribute to community impact through education, training, research, and leadership.
Aligned with the Advancing Health 2030 strategic vision, applicants are encouraged to consider how their proposed activities will foster collaboration, innovation, and the growth of both self and others.
Funding available:
- Up to $9,000 for international activities
- Up to $6,000 for domestic activities
Projects can include one or multiple career development activities and must commence from February 2027 through to the end of 2027.
Important Dates
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Scheme opens for applications | 13 October 2026 |
| Application submission deadline | 24 November 2026 |
| Applicants notified of outcomes | Mid-December 2026 |
| Grant period commences | Early February 2027 |
Application
Please ensure you read over the guidelines document before submission.
Please submit application form before COB, 24 November 2026.
Contact
If you have any questions, please contact Shawn at shawn.kelly@unimelb.edu.au