Monash BMed/MD ERC?

[bananabreadbelle]

Hi fellow AN-ers!

I just wanted to clarify: is the ERC category of Monash Med specifically aimed towards rural/regional Year 12 students, as in are they given priority over metropolitan students when it comes to selection?

And is it true that there is a lower demand for, and hence easier access into the ERC course? I personally am actually a bit more keen on the ERC than the normal CSP, and it's my first pref at the moment!

Thank you so much in advance!
AB

[Calebark]

Hi, for your first question, on the Monash Med ERC page, it is stated that "preference is given to rural applicants".

For your second question, I have no idea, so I hope there is somebody here who can answer for you

[pi]

It's nearly always given to rural and regional applicants. No harm in applying for it though, I do know a couple of metro applicants that managed to snare a spot. Not really a "lower demand", most people (at least anecdotally) applying for Monash put all three (CSP, CSP Bonded, and CSP ERC) into their preferences, so it doesn't really make a difference. If anything it's more competitive for you if you're not a rural or regional applicant. Just put the one you're most keen on first in your prefs, etc.

[bananabreadbelle]

Thank you so much for that, guys! :-)

Tbh was a bit unsure about my chances because didn't (still don't really) think I can get in to direct-entry med due to the sheer amount of competition.
But I've realised that I just need to do my best and whatever that is not in my control is not my stress.
:-)

^ just a point-of-reference for myself in 3-4 months when Year 12 is done.


edit: typo heh