Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
NOTE: 2021 was the final intake for the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery program. The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery will be replaced by the new Bachelor of Medical Studies / Doctor of Medicine programs.
We empower you to help others
Medicine is intellectually rewarding, challenging and inspiring. It requires critical problem-solving, teamwork and integrity.
Medical practitioners have an interest in wellbeing and the causes of ill health, working to protect and promote the health of individuals and communities. They are dedicated to alleviating pain and suffering, working out of comfort zones to care for vulnerable people.
What will you do?
Our Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery will provide you with the knowledge, confidence and skills needed to excel in healthcare. You will:
ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± Medical School graduates are respected in the industry for their knowledge and experience. They are in-demand for positions in public hospitals, private practice, public health, teaching, clinical research, aid organisations, the defence forces and more.
You might become a general practitioner in rural Australia, providing vital services for your community. You could be a specialist paediatrician who works with children and their families. Perhaps you’ll pursue research and develop new knowledge about health and treatments.
Note:
On-campus attendance is required for courses in Years 4 to 6 of this program. If you are a continuing student in the program and are unable to attend campus, please contact your program coordinator for program advice.
We empower you to help others
Medicine is intellectually rewarding, challenging and inspiring. It requires critical problem-solving, teamwork and integrity.
Medical practitioners have an interest in wellbeing and the causes of ill health, working to protect and promote the health of individuals and communities. They are dedicated to alleviating pain and suffering, working out of comfort zones to care for vulnerable people.
What will you do?
Our Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery will provide you with the knowledge, confidence and skills needed to excel in healthcare. You will:
- learn from clinicians in the new state-of-the-art ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± Health and Medical Sciences building
- work in small groups to solve problems relating to health and disease
- gain hands-on practical experience in simulated settings
- undertake clinical placements in hospitals and other health and medical organisations.
ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± Medical School graduates are respected in the industry for their knowledge and experience. They are in-demand for positions in public hospitals, private practice, public health, teaching, clinical research, aid organisations, the defence forces and more.
You might become a general practitioner in rural Australia, providing vital services for your community. You could be a specialist paediatrician who works with children and their families. Perhaps you’ll pursue research and develop new knowledge about health and treatments.
Note:
On-campus attendance is required for courses in Years 4 to 6 of this program. If you are a continuing student in the program and are unable to attend campus, please contact your program coordinator for program advice.
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Entry Requirements
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This program is no longer being offered. Please see Bachelor of Medical Studies
Domestic applicants
Prerequisites | SACE Stage 2: Biology or Chemistry or Mathematical Methods (if Maths subject was studied prior to 2017, the subject required was called 'Mathematical Studies'); OR IB: Biology (SL grade 4/HL grade 3) or Chemistry (SL grade 4/HL grade 3) or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations (HL) or Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches (SL) ; OR equivalent (i.e. 1st year Human Biology as part of the program). Subject prerequisites are applicable to all MBBS entry pathways, e.g. Rural Background entry, Higher Education. MathTrackX is an online bridging program available as a recognised alternative to Mathematical Methods. |
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Assumed Knowledge | A necessary precursor for success is a high proficiency in the written and oral use of the English language. |
Selection Criteria
Recent Secondary Education | Applicants with recent secondary education are those whose admission is primarily based on the completion of Year 12 within the last two years, however if you completed your secondary education more than two years ago, you may still be able to be considered on the basis of your secondary schooling. To be considered as a secondary school leaver, applicants cannot have a tertiary academic record of study from a University, i.e. must never have enrolled in to a Bachelor degree or higher level program at an Australian or overseas University; OR have enrolled for a Bachelor degree or higher level program at an Australian or overseas university but have withdrawn from these studies before a result of 'Withdraw Not Fail' has been awarded. Academic Score (ATAR): To meet the minimum academic threshold for entry into the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree at the University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± you must achieve a Selection Rank (ATAR plus any applicable adjustment factors) of 90 or above, an International Baccalaureate score of 33 or above OR the interstate/ overseas equivalent). Please note: the MBBS degree does not consider adjustment factors for undertaking particular subjects in year 12. Please refer to the Additional entry requirements section for details of other entry requirements to the MBBS program. |
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Higher Education Study | If you wish to be considered as a Higher Education (Tertiary Transfer) applicant: - Your only record of study must be from the University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ±. You must not have a tertiary record from any other Australian or overseas University. It must be a minimum of one year full-time equivalent study and maximum of two years full-time equivalent study. To meet the minimum academic threshold as a Higher Education applicant: - First year students must have between 18 and 24 units of level 1 study and have achieved at least a credit average (Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 or more) across all subjects - Second year students must have between 27 and 48 units of level 1 and 2 study and have achieved at least a credit average (GPA of 5.0 or more) across all subjects. Third year students (having studied one or more level 3 subjects) are not eligible for entry into the Medical program at the University of ÐÂÀË²ÊÆ± and should consider graduate medicine pathways. Higher Education applicants must also meet the prerequisite subject requirements (refer above). If you are a Higher Education applicant and wish to be considered for entry under the Rural Background Entry (RBE) pathway, please read the for additional information. |
Other Entry Pathways |
2024 Admissions Data for school leavers
ATAR (raw ATAR, excluding any applicable adjustment factors) |
Lowest ATAR to receive an offer | N/A |
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Median ATAR to receive an offer | N/A | |
Highest ATAR to receive an offer | N/A | |
Selection Rank (ATAR plus any adjustment factors) |
Lowest Selection Rank to receive an offer | N/A |
Median Selection Rank to receive an offer | N/A | |
Highest Selection Rank to receive an offer | N/A | |
Minimum eligibility score | 90 | |
Additional criteria considered | Additional criteria |