Nursing Mentoring Program
The Nursing Mentoring Program is a six-month commitment that connects students in their first year of studies with an experienced second-year student. This program will offer a collaborative learning environment where more advanced nursing students will foster guidance and support to help new students transition into their postgraduate program. This peer mentoring program empowers students to share their experiences, provide advice, and build relationships that enhance academic success and personal well-being.
Applications close Friday 16 January.
Information for Mentors
We are looking for supportive nursing students who are excited and passionate about making a difference in their peers’ university journey. Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a positive and lasting impact on the nursing community. We look forward to hearing from you! The Nursing Mentoring Program gives you the opportunity to enhance leadership skills and engage with your future peers.
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"The nursing mentorship program has allowed me to support first-year students as they face challenges throughout their nursing journey. As a second-year student. This experience has been rewarding as I had the chance to positively impact new students, but I also made new friends and learnt a great deal about myself in the process. Mentoring has boosted my communication and leadership skills, and it has reminded me of the value of peer support and empathy within nursing. I would highly recommend the nursing mentorship program to any student looking for a meaningful way to contribute, take on a new challenge, and grow both personally and professionally.”
– Kimia Taslimi (Mentor 2025)
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- 26 November: Mentor applications open
- 16 January: Applications close
- Feb – July: The program runs for 6 months
- 5 & 6 February: Matching commences
- 6 Feb: Students will be notified about the outcome of their application and introduced to their group of mentees via email.
- 6 February: Mentors’ Preparation Workshop
- 8 February: Onboarding training (online) completion date
- 9 February: Launch event
- 31 March: Mid-program event
- End of July: Program concludes
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Mentors and mentees are expected to have meetings every fortnight during the program between February and July. The frequency is arranged by mentors and mentees; it could be either in person or online. MDHS Mentoring and Engagement team will provide coffee vouchers from Alan Gilbert.
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If you have questions about the program, please contact the Mentoring and Engagement team at mdhs-student-hub@unimelb.edu.au.
Information for Mentees
Start your semester with a mentor, a second-year Nursing student who’s ready to help you succeed! The Nursing Mentoring Program is open for applications. Connect, learn, and grow with someone who’s been where you are. Apply now!
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As an international student, I deeply understand how frustrating and overwhelming it can be to begin an intensive course such as the Master of Nursing Science. However, being a mentee in the MDHS Mentoring Program during my first semester has provided me with an invaluable opportunity to seek guidance and benefit from the experience of high-achieving senior students, which greatly facilitated my transition into the course. I truly appreciate the ongoing support, constructive feedback, and extensive knowledge shared with me by my mentor. I highly recommend that any newly commencing student participate in this program, as it can significantly ease their transition and set a strong foundation for their academic success."
– Sara Aflatounian (Mentee 2025)
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- 27 January: Mentees applications open
- 2 February: Applications close
- Feb – July: Fortnight meetings online or in person with your mentor and group of mentees
- 5 & 6 February: Matching commences
- 6 Feb: Students will be notified about the outcome of their application and introduced to your mentor.
- 8 February: Onboarding training (online) completion date
- 9 February: Launch event
- 31 March: Mid-program event: connect with other mentors and mentees before your placement starts.
- End of July: Program concludes
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If you have questions about the program, please contact the Mentoring and Engagement team at mdhs-student-hub@unimelb.edu.au.