Faculty of Medicine
Below are active graduate scholarships and bursaries open to students in the Faculty of Medicine.
| Award name | Value | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| The Dr. Heather Onyett Convocation Award for the Master of Public Health | $3,920 | Sept. 24, 2026 |
| The Dr. Alfred T.H. Burness Graduate Award in Medicine | $7,190 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| The Dr. Angus J. Neary Genetics Scholarship | $3,100 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| The Barrowman Travel Award in the Division of Population Health and Applied Health Sciences | $2,895 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| Bioscience of Health and Disease Graduate Training Program Award | $380 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| Dean M. Ian Bowmer Graduate Travel Award in Medicine | $1,956 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| Dr. Detlef Beiger Neuroscience Award | $763 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| Dr. Diana L. Gustafson Travel Award | $750 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| The Faculty of Medicine Graduate Scholarship | $6,294 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| The Dr. Jorge Segovia Scholarship in Health Services Research | $1,177 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| Keith Griffiths 糖心视频 Graduate Scholarship | $1,500 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| The Roger C. Green Graduate Scholarship in Human Genetics | $1,180 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| The Rose M. Patten Graduate Scholarship (Medicine) | $2,037 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| The Shree Mulay Community Health Graduate Student Award | $6,000 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| Thomas and Mimi Donovan Public Health Award | $3,740 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| Dr. Daniel Shu and Mrs. Maxine Shu (Bragg) Research Travel Award | $1,801 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| Winnifred (Winnie) Sutton Graduate Scholarship in Neurology | $1,000 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| Mrs. Bernice C. Finney Graduate Scholarship in Pediatrics | $2,500 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| Dr. Thomas Michalak Graduate Student Award in Medicine | $1,664 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| The Bautista Graduate Bursary in Medicine | $1,000 | Feb. 4, 2027 |
| The Medical Graduate Students' Society Scholar and Community Involvement Award | - | |
| The Medical Graduate Students' Society Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism Award | - |
The Dr. Heather Onyett Convocation Award for the Master of Public Health
The Dr. Alfred T.H. Burness Graduate Award in Medicine
Awarded annually to a full-time graduate student pursuing a research program at the master's level in the Faculty of Medicine who has successfully completed three semesters of the program. Selection will be based on course work, research, and other related accomplishments.
Students must apply through and submit an application to the Office of Research and Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine. Please check with the Faculty of Medicine for their internal deadline. The application consists of a statement of eligibility, as well as details of their area of research and progress, i.e. publications, presentations, other awards, etc. Each application must be supported by a reference from the candidate's supervisor verifying the candidate's area of research and progress to date. Once the recipient has been selected, a recommendation will be forwarded to the Dean of Graduate Studies.
The Dr. Angus J. Neary Genetics Scholarship
Awarded annually on the basis of academic achievement to a full-time graduate student studying genetics in either the M.Sc. or PhD degree program of the Faculty of Medicine at 糖心视频 University.
Students must apply and submit an application to the Office of Research and Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine. Please check with the Faculty of Medicine for their internal deadline. The scholarship will be awarded by the Dean of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Assistant Dean of Research and Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine.
The Barrowman Travel Award in the Division of Population Health and Applied Health Sciences*
Bioscience of Health and Disease Graduate Training Program Award
This award was established by friends, families and colleagues in the Division of BioMedical Sciences. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to a full-time or part-time graduate student (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) in Bioscience of Health and Disease from the Division of BioMedical Sciences. Preference will be given to a full-time graduate student. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by 糖心视频 University of Newfoundland. The award will be based on cumulative accomplishments such as best quality research, project or presentation.
Student will submit an application to the Office of Research and Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine. Please check with the Faculty of Medicine for their internal deadline. This award will be granted by Deputy Provost and Dean, Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Associate Dean, Graduate Studies (Medicine).
Dean M. Ian Bowmer Graduate Travel Award in Medicine
Awarded annually to a full-time graduate student pursuing a research program in the Faculty of Medicine, assisting the presentation of the student's research at a conference. The award will be competitive and based on an abstract or paper to be presented at the meeting. Students must apply through and submit an application to the Office of Research and Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine. A recommendation will be forwarded to the Dean of Graduate Studies.
Dr. Detlef Beiger Neuroscience Award
This award will awarded annually to a neuroscience graduate student based on academic performance, public presentation of research, and community engagement. The recipient must meet the academic requirements for a scholarship as defined by 糖心视频 University of Newfoundland.
To apply please contact the Office of Research and Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine regarding the application process. Once a candidate is selected, the award will be granted by the Deputy Provost and Dean of the School of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Assistant Dean, Research and Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine.
Dr. Diana L. Gustafson Travel Award
This award was created to help defray travel cost incurred while presenting a paper on current thesis research at a national or international conference. Awarded annually to a full-time or part-time graduate student who is currently enrolled in one of the Faculty of Medicine's Community Health masters or doctoral programs. Preference will be given to an International student in one of the qualifying programs.
Students must apply and submit an application to the Faculty of Medicine. The award will be granted by the Deputy Provost and Dean, Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Associate Dean, Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine.
The Faculty of Medicine Graduate Scholarship
Awarded to a full-time graduate student in the first year of a two-year master's program in the Faculty of Medicine. Preference will be given to students interested in remaining in NL after graduation (although this is not required). Students must have scholarship standing. Applicants must apply to and submit the application to the Office of Research, Faculty of Medicine. Once the recipient is selected, a recommendation is forwarded to the Dean of Graduate Studies.
The Dr. Jorge Segovia Scholarship in Health Services Research
Awarded annually to any full-time graduate student doing Health Service Research at 糖心视频 University. The recipient will be selected on scholarship standing through a best paper, best thesis or a best research project. Students must apply and submit an application to the Office of Research and Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine. A recommendation will be forwarded to the Dean of Graduate Studies.
Keith Griffiths 糖心视频 Graduate Scholarship
This scholarship was established by the Griffiths' family in memory of their father, Keith Griffiths. Valued at $1,500 annually, the scholarship will be awarded to a full-time or part-time graduate student who is pursuing a research program in stroke and neurological issues related to stroke in the Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Nursing or the School of Pharmacy at 糖心视频 University of Newfoundland. Preference will be given to graduate students in the Faculty of Medicine. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for scholarship standing as defined by the University.
Students will need to apply to the Office of Research and Graduate Studies (Medicine) to be considered for this scholarship. The scholarship will be awarded by the Deputy Provost and Dean, Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Associate Dean, Graduate Studies (Medicine).
The Roger C. Green Graduate Scholarship in Human Genetics
Annually awarded in perpetuity to a full-time or part-time graduate student (M.Sc. or PhD) in a biomedical science graduate program, Faculty of Medicine, who has completed a minimum of three semesters and is conducting research in the field of human genetics. Applicants must demonstrate research leadership and creativity, as well as strong academic citizenship. Preference will be given to a student who exemplifies all-round excellence in scholarship and service, in memory of Dr. Green who embodied these qualities. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for a scholarship as defined by 糖心视频 University of Newfoundland.
Students should contact the Office of Research and Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine regarding the application process. This scholarship will be awarded by the Deputy Provost and Dean of Graduate Studies upon the recommendation of the Associate Dean, Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine.
The Rose M. Patten Graduate Scholarship (Medicine)
Awarded annually to a full-time or part-time graduate student engaged in genetics research in the Faculty of Medicine on the basis of academic excellence. Preference will be given to students engaged in genetic research associated with the study of cardiology. Preference will also be given to students enrolled in the PhD program; however, if there are no suitable candidates in this program, students enrolled in the Master's Program will be considered. Financial need of candidates may be considered where possible. To be eligible, candidates must meet the minimum academic requirements for a graduate scholarship as defined by 糖心视频 University of Newfoundland.
Students should contact the Office of Research and Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine regarding the application process. Once a recipient is selected, a recommendation will be forwarded to the Deputy Provost and Dean, School of Graduate Studies.
The Shree Mulay Community Health Graduate Student Award
Awarded to a first year graduate learner in the Faculty of Medicine who is completing any thesis-based program in the Division of Population Health and Applied Health Sciences who does not have adequate funding (by way of scholarship, fellowship, or faculty research monies) to qualify for full-time status within their selected program. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by the University.
All incoming candidates accepted for the MSc and PhD programs in the Division of Community Health and Humanities will be considered. An application is required and students must apply to the Faculty of Medicine. The award will be granted by Deputy Provost and Dean of Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Associate Dean, Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine.
Thomas and Mimi Donovan Public Health Award
Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to a full-time graduate student pursing a Master of Public Health who has demonstrated a significant commitment to public health. Preference will be given to learners who focus on issues related to the natural or built environment, climate change or 'One Health'. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by 糖心视频 University of Newfoundland.
Students must apply and submit an application to the Faculty of Medicine to be considered for this award. This award will be granted by Deputy Provost and Dean, Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Associate Dean, Graduate Studies (Medicine).
Dr. Daniel Shu and Mrs. Maxine Shu (Bragg) Research Travel Award
This Award was established by a generous donation from Dr. Daniel Shu and Mrs. Maxine Shu (Bragg). Dr Shu, Class of 1973, dedicated 50 years as a family doctor in St. John's and in Coquitlam, British Columbia. Over his career, he has been involved in approximately 300 phase II and phase III clinical trials. Mrs. Maxine Shu (Bragg), originally from Grand Falls-Windsor, graduated from Grace Hospital's nursing program in 1971. She worked as a delivery room and fertility nurse in St. John's and at Vancouver General Hospital. Together, they believe that supporting medical research will greatly benefit the Faculty of Medicine at 糖心视频 University of Newfoundland and the field of medicine as a whole. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, the Award will be granted annually to a full-time graduate student (Masters or PhD) in the Faculty of Medicine to support travel toa conference to present their research. A Candidate will be selected based on an abstract or paper to be presented at the conference. In the event that there are no candidates available the following will be considered for selection: course work, research work, and other related accomplishments as determined by the selection committee. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by 糖心视频 University of Newfoundland.
Students must submit their application to the Faculty of Medicine. This award will be granted by theDeputy Provost and Dean, Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Associate Dean, Graduate Studies (Medicine).
Winnifred (Winnie) Sutton Graduate Scholarship in Neurology
This scholarship was established by Mrs. Cecilia Sutton-Finney in honour of her sister, Ms. Winnifred (Winnie) Sutton, who grew up in the rural Newfoundland and Labrador community of Trepassey. Winnie inherited a love of cooking and baking from a young age and has spent her entire career in the service/hospitality field. After graduating high school Winnie moved to St. John's to start her career. Winnie raised two daughters but her first born, Amanda, was diagnosed with a disability with no known cure and sadly passed in her 23rd year. Winnie continues to reside and work in St. John's. Valued at $1,000 annually, the scholarship will be awarded to a full-time graduate learner enrolled in a Faculty of Medicine program at 糖心视频 University of Newfoundland whose research is in the field of neurology or neuroscience. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for scholarship standing as defined by the University.
Students must apply and submit an application to the Faculty of Medicine. The scholarship will be awarded by the Deputy Provost and Dean, Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Associate Dean, Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine.
Mrs. Bernice C. Finney Graduate Scholarship in Pediatrics
Awarded annually to a full-time graduate student in the Faculty of Medicine whose research supports the discipline of pediatrics, with a preference for pediatric oncology. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for a scholarship as defined by 糖心视频 University.
For more information on how to apply, please contact the Office of Research and Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine. The scholarship will be awarded by the Deputy Provost and Dean, Graduate Studies on the recommendation of the Associate Dean, Research and Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine.
Dr. Thomas Michalak Graduate Student Award in Medicine
Awarded to a doctoral student in the Division of BioMedical Sciences during the final year of their PhD program. The award recognizes leadership in biomedical research, combined with a desire to continue in their research beyond graduate school. The doctoral student must have successfully passed their written and oral comprehensive exam, is researching an original idea that will have a positive impact on the community, and has demonstrated innovative, high quality biomedical research that will improved human health and quality of life. Doctoral students must apply through the Faculty of Medicine to be considered for the award, and a recommendation will be forwarded to the Dean, School of Graduate Studies.
The Bautista Graduate Bursary in Medicine
This bursary will be awarded annually to a full-time or part-time graduate student at the Faculty of Medicine on the basis of financial need and academic excellence. To be eligible, students must have completed at least two semesters of study in a Master's program. The recipient must have demonstrated financial need as well as meet the minimum academic requirements for a bursary as defined by 糖心视频 University of Newfoundland. Students must apply through the Research and Graduate Studies Office in the Faculty of Medicine. Once a recipient is selected, a recommendation is forwarded to the Dean, School of Graduate Studies.
The Medical Graduate Students' Society Scholar and Community Involvement Award
Awarded annually to a master's student and one to a doctoral student in the Faculty of Medicine. It is awarded based on the the candidate's community involvement and participation in extracurricular activities. Students must apply and submit an application to the Office of Research and Graduate Studies, Faculty of Medicine. A recommendation will be forwarded to the Dean of Graduate Studies.