The No-B*llshit Guide to Medicine Applications

Written By Eduvid Tutoring

April 2022


I looked at my watch as I finally closed my laptop for the night. 2:21am. Alongside preparing for my Year 12 exams I had the clock ticking down to my UCAT exam. It seemed as everyday ticked closer to my exam, 70…69…68, my exams scores stayed the same, 2730…2750…2690…

I grabbed my phone from behind my laptop and saw a text message from my best friend:



10:59 - 1 New Message

Bro have you done your med applications?

... OH SHIT


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The process to get an offer to study medicine is much much harder than actually getting the application in. But as minor as it might seem, the process is super vague. There’s so many questions to answer:

  • Which unis can I apply for?

  • What are the deadlines?

  • What are the associated costs?

  • How do unis get my UCAT and ATAR?

  • When do I get results?

This is exactly what this guide aims to do. Answer all the questions above and more.

Understanding where you can apply

If you’re reading this, I’m assuming you are a domestic student, which if you’re not sure I’ve described below:

  • Australian Citizen

  • New Zealand Citizen

  • Australian Permanent Resident

  • Australian Permanent Humanitarian Visa

(If you’re an International student, check out a more specific guide here)

In Australia, there are a total of 20 universities that offer medicine. However, you can only go straight from school into nine.

But why?

That’s because 9 universities offer medicine undergraduate (straight out of school) and 14 offer medicine postgraduate (after completing a bachelors degree first).

P.S. 14 + 9 is not in fact 20. That’s because Monash University, Bond and UNSW offers both an undergraduate and postgraduate pathway into medicine.

The 9 Universities and their application weighting & requirements are listed in this table below:

To confuse you even more, let’s introduce Provisional Courses. They are courses which provide a guaranteed spot in medicine, provided requirements are met. Most of them are a preliminary year of medical science, before commencing the medical course.

Let’s cut the bull… What does this mean for you?

If you want a comprehensive list of where to apply for all over Australia, it’s listed below. This list includes direct undergraduate courses and provisional undergraduate courses:

Direct Undergraduate Entry

  • University of New South Wales (UNSW)

  • University of Newcastle / University of New England (Joint Medical Program)

  • University of Western Sydney / Charles Sturt University

  • Adelaide University (name changed from University of Adelaide)

  • James Cook University

  • University of Tasmania

  • Curtin University

  • Monash University

  • Bond University

Provisional Undergraduate Entry

  • Griffith University - Bachelor of Medical Science

  • University of Queensland & Central Queensland University - Bachelor of Biomedical Science / Health Sciences

  • Flinders University - Bachelor of Clinical Sciences

Guaranteed Postgraduate Entry

  • University of Melbourne - Any Bachelor Degree

  • University of Sydney - Any Bachelor Degree

  • La Trobe University - Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (Rural Entry)

This means you should be applying for 15 universities to maximise your chance of getting to study medicine in the fastest way possible.

That concludes Section 1 of this Guide. The next section go through filling in your application in the respective state admissions authorities.


Section 2

What is the state admissions authorities

When applying for university admission, there are two key ways that universities are able to get your results and applications:

  1. Directly

  2. Third-Party Organisations

If you’re still confused, these are organisations such as VTAC, USC, QTAC, SATAC, TISC, etc.

Below is the table of each of the relevant universities and where to apply:


From here, the process is quite well explained by the platforms. However, there are three key pieces of information you should always check you have entered when applying for medical school:

  • UCAT ANZ ID

  • Unique Student Identifier

  • State Student Number

These are the three numbers that allow the admissions platform to recognise who you are and your results. It is then their responsibility to check eligibility and then transfer them to the universities you’ve applied for

UCAT ANZ ID

This number is found in the top right hand corner of your Pearson VUE account. It should be in the format of ANZ12345678. This is how the UCAT ANZ Office provides it to the UCAT ANZ Consortium Universities. 

Unique Student Identifier

This is your educational fingerprint. This national education reference number is linked to a log of all tertiary education courses you’ve completed. This is how they determine eligibility for the undergraduate pathway. 

State Student Number

This number is how your school exam performance is linked to you. This is unique for states and provides information to universities about your ATAR. When you apply for interstate universities, your ATAR is requested internally and provided by your state’s Admission Centre.

If you submit at least the above 3 pieces of information, the Admissions Centre will find one way or another to get your information and application through to the universities. Of course, some things don’t apply for universities that aren’t part of the UCAT ANZ Consortium Universities (JCU, Bond)

Now the news you weren’t keen on hearing…

Since the Admissions Centres are third party organisations, they have full agency to be able to charge for their services independent of universities. The good news is that it’s a one-time fee for all universities in that state. The below table summarises it nicely:

That brings us to the end of Section 2, which discusses the logistics of setting up the admissions centre accounts. Section 3 is going to in depth of all the undergraduate medical programs offered, variations, pathways in, etc.

Section 3

This section is probably the most content intense, but organised quite nicely so you can keep coming back and referencing it for statistics, courses and special entry programs. For your convenience, I’ve linked all of the universities below so you can easily jump around:

  • University of New South Wales (UNSW)

  • University of Newcastle / University of New England (Joint Medical Program)

  • University of Western Sydney / Charles Sturt University

  • Adelaide University

  • James Cook University

  • University of Tasmania

  • Curtin University

  • Monash University

  • Bond University

  • Griffith University

  • University of Queensland & Central Queensland University 

  • Flinders University

  • University of Melbourne

  • University of Sydney

  • La Trobe University

    UNSW Medicine Overview

    • Degree: Bachelor of Medical Studies / Doctor of Medicine (BMed/MD)

    • Duration: 6 years, full-time

    • Location: Sydney, New South Wales

    Standard Entry Requirements

    • ATAR: Minimum 96.00

    • IB Equivalent: Score of 38

    • UCAT ANZ:

      • Assessed using Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making, and Quantitative Reasoning sections

      • Applicants must score at least the 50th percentile to be considered for interview

      • Competitive applicants typically score at or above the 90th percentile

    • Interview:

      • Semi-structured panel format

      • Approximately 500 applicants selected for interview annually

      • Selection based on a combined ATAR and UCAT score

    • Final Selection:

      • Equal weighting of ATAR, UCAT, and Interview

      • High performance in one cannot compensate for lower performance in another

    Assumed Knowledge

    • Recommended subjects: English and Chemistry in Year 12

    • No formal prerequisites, but lack of assumed knowledge may disadvantage applicants

    Non-School Leaver Entry

    • For applicants who have completed more than 0.75 of a full-time year at university

    • Requirements:

      • ATAR of at least 96.00 or equivalent

      • Tertiary Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 70 or above

    • Selection:

      • "Best of" algorithm: UNSW will use the better of ATAR or tertiary results

    Interview Format

    • Conducted by a panel including medical professionals, academics, and community members

    • Assesses qualities such as communication, reasoning ability, and motivation for medicine


    Special Entry Schemes

    1. Gateway Entry Scheme

    • For socioeconomically disadvantaged students

    • Eligibility:

      • Must attend a Gateway school and/or reside in the lowest 25% of socio-economic areas (ABS data)

    • Minimum Requirements:

      • Raw ATAR of at least 87.00

      • Selection rank of 91.00 (after equity adjustments)

      • UCAT ANZ score at or above the 50th percentile

    • Places Offered: Up to 10

    • Offers may be bonded or unbonded

    2. Rural Student Entry Scheme (RSES)

    • For students who have resided in an ASGC-classified rural area

    • Applicants must choose between RSES and the standard application route

    • International rural applicants are not eligible

    3. ACCESS Scheme (Educational Access Scheme - EAS)

    • For students with long-term educational disadvantage

    • Applicants still need to meet standard academic and UCAT minimums

    • May be considered for Bonded Medical Places (BMP)

    4. SCATS (Special Consideration for Applicants with Tertiary Studies)

    • For applicants whose tertiary or secondary studies were significantly disrupted due to external circumstances

    University of Newcastle & University of New England – Joint Medical Program (JMP)

    Program Overview

    Entry Requirements

    • Academic Eligibility:

      • ATAR:

        • Standard applicants: Minimum ATAR of 94.3

        • Rural applicants: Minimum ATAR of 85.0 (subject to approval)

      • Tertiary Study:

        • Applicants who have completed at least one year of full-time tertiary study may be considered based on their GPA.

        • Indicative GPA requirements vary depending on the level and completion status of prior studies.

    • UCAT ANZ:

      • Required for all applicants

      • Only the aggregate score from the Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making, and Quantitative Reasoning subtests is considered.

      • Situational Judgement Test scores are not used in the selection process. ​The University of Newcastle, Australia

    • Interview:

      • Multiple Skills Assessment (MSA):

        • Structured as an 8-station Multiple Mini Interview (MMI)

        • Each station lasts approximately 8 minutes

        • Assesses attributes such as decision-making, communication skills, and motivation for a medical career

    Special Entry Pathways

    Application Process

    1. UCAT ANZ:

    2. Direct Application to JMP:

    3. UAC Application:

    Interview Timeline

    • Late November to Early December:

      • Interviews for NSW/ACT applicants​

    • Mid-January:

      • Interviews for interstate and international applicants


    Western Sydney University & Charles Sturt University – Joint Program in Medicine (JPM)

    Program Overview

    Entry Requirements

    • Academic Thresholds:

      • ATAR:

        • General applicants: Minimum 95.50

        • Greater Western Sydney (GWS) applicants: Minimum 93.50

        • Rural Entry Admission Scheme (REAS) applicants: Minimum 91.50

      • GPA:

        • Non-GWS graduates: Minimum 5.5

        • GWS graduates: Minimum 5.2

        • REAS graduates: Minimum 4.9

    • UCAT ANZ:

    • Interview:

      • Format: Multi-Station Mini Interview (MMI)​Home+1MedEntry+1

      • Components:

        • Medical Admissions Questionnaire (MAQ)

        • Approximately 8-minute stations assessing various attributes

      • Final Selection Weighting: 75%​

    Special Entry Pathways

    • Rural Entry Admission Scheme (REAS):

    • First Nations Applicants:

      • Process:

        • Confirmation of First Nations identity

        • Panel interview

        • Separate admission process managed by the university

    Application Process

    1. UCAT ANZ:

      • Register and sit the UCAT ANZ in the year of application​Home

      • Registration typically opens in March and closes in May​

      • Testing occurs between July and August​

    2. UAC Application:

    3. Medical Admissions Questionnaire (MAQ):

      • Complete and submit as part of the application process​

    4. Interview:

    5. Offers:

      • Main round offers released in January via UAC​MedEntry

    Additional Information

    • Clinical Placements:

    • Inherent Requirements:

      • Applicants should review the inherent requirements for medicine to ensure they can meet the physical and mental demands of the program​Western Sydney University

    • Transfers:

      • Transfers between WSU and CSU medical programs are not permitted​


    University of Adelaide – Bachelor of Medical Studies / Doctor of Medicine (BMed/MD)

    Program Overview

    • Degrees: Bachelor of Medical Studies (3 years) + Doctor of Medicine (3 years)

    • Total Duration: 6 years, full-time

    • Location: North Terrace Campus, Adelaide, South Australia

    • Program Commencement: February intake only

    • Accreditation: Australian Medical Council (AMC)

    • Registration: Graduates eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia via AHPRA​University of Adelaide+1Health and Medical Sciences Adelaide+1

    Entry Requirements

    • Academic:

    • Prerequisite Subjects:

      • One of the following:

        • SACE Stage 2 Biology

        • SACE Stage 2 Chemistry

        • SACE Stage 2 Mathematical Methods

      • Or equivalent subjects for interstate or international qualifications ​

    • UCAT ANZ:

      • Required for all applicants (except Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander pathway applicants)

      • Only cognitive subtests are considered

      • Situational Judgement Test (SJT) used as a tie-breaker if necessary

      • UCAT ANZ scores are valid for the year following the test only ​Health and Medical Sciences Adelaide

    • Interview:

      • Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format

      • Minimum of 6 stations, each lasting 10 minutes

      • Approximately 600 applicants are invited to interview

      • Interviews assess attributes such as:

        • Motivation and self-awareness

        • Critical thinking and problem-solving

        • Interpersonal and communication skills

        • Integrity and conscientiousness

        • Aptitude for group learning and teamwork

        • Understanding of the medical profession

    Selection Process Weighting

    Application Process

    1. UCAT ANZ:

      • Register and sit the UCAT ANZ in the year of application

      • Testing typically occurs between July and August ​

    2. SATAC Application:

    3. Interview Invitations:

      • Sent via email in late October

      • Interviews conducted in late November and throughout December

    4. Offers:

    Special Entry Pathways

    • Rural Background Entry Pathway:

      • For applicants who have lived in a Modified Monash Model (MMM) 2–7 area for at least 5 consecutive years or 10 cumulative years since birth

      • A minimum of 40 places are reserved for rural background applicants ​Health and Medical Sciences Adelaide

    • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathway:

      • Applicants are not required to sit the UCAT ANZ

      • Separate admission process managed by the university

    • Higher Education Entry Pathway:

    Additional Information

    James Cook University – Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

    Program Overview

    Entry Requirements

    • Academic:

      • Prerequisite Subjects:

        • English (Units 3/4, C)

        • Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4, C)

        • Chemistry (Units 3/4, C)

      • ATAR:

        • No fixed minimum; however, for Semester 1, 2024:

          • Cairns Campus:

            • Highest: 99.95

            • Median: 97.95

            • Lowest: 87.70

          • Townsville Campus:

            • Highest: 99.95

            • Median: 97.60

            • Lowest: 87.60

    • Additional Requirements:

      • Inherent Requirements:

        • Applicants must meet specific physical and cognitive abilities, sustainable performance, and communication skills necessary for the program

      • Vaccinations:

        • Required immunizations for participation in clinical placements

      • Working with Children Check:

        • Blue Card required for clinical placements involving minors

    Application Process

    1. QTAC Application:

    2. JCU Application Portal:

    3. Interview:

      • Selected applicants may be invited to an online panel interview

      • Interview Rounds:

        • First Round Invitations: 7 November 2025

        • First Round Interviews: 25 November – 2 December 2025

        • Second Round Invitations: 19 December 2025

        • Second Round Interviews: 2 and 5 January 2026

    Special Entry Pathways

    Additional Information

    • Honours Program:

      • Available for high-achieving students

      • Involves additional research project and thesis​James Cook University


    University of Tasmania – Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (BMedScMD)

    Program Overview

    Entry Requirements

    School Leavers

    • Academic:

      • Minimum ATAR: 95.00

      • Prerequisite subjects:

        • English (ENG315117 or equivalent)

        • Chemistry (CHM415115 or equivalent)

    • UCAT ANZ:

      • Required for all applicants

      • UTAS uses the combined scores of the four cognitive sections (excluding the Situational Judgement Test)

      • UCAT ANZ scores are used as a secondary ranking method for applicants with the same ATAR

    • Additional Notes:

    Graduate Entry Pathways

    Special Entry Pathways

    • Rural Application Process (RAP):

      • Applicants who have lived in a Modified Monash Model (MM 2–7) area for 5 consecutive years or 10 cumulative years may be eligible

      • ATAR adjustment factors:

        • MM2 applicants: +4 ATAR points

        • MM3–7 applicants: +5 ATAR points

      • Applicants are assessed for rural quota places based on the information provided in their application

    • Tasmanian Quota:

      • At least 75% of domestic places are offered to Tasmanian applicants, defined as:

        • School leavers who completed the TCE or IB at a Tasmanian high school or secondary college within 5 years of course commencement

        • Applicants with previous tertiary study who are currently resident in Tasmania and have lived in Tasmania for five or more consecutive years, or have lived in Tasmania for ten or more cumulative years and have lived in Tasmania not more than ten years prior to course commencement

    • Aboriginal Entry Application Pathway:

    Application Process

    1. Application Submission:

      • Apply directly to UTAS via the online portal

      • Applications open: 1 August 2025

      • Applications close: 30 September 2025, 11:59 PM AEST

    2. UCAT ANZ:

      • Register and sit the UCAT ANZ in the year of application

      • UCAT ANZ scores are valid for the current university admission cycle only

    3. Rural Application Process (if applicable):


    Curtin University – Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

    Program Overview

    Entry Requirements

    School Leavers

    • Academic:

      • Minimum ATAR: 95.00 (inclusive of any adjustment factors)

      • Prerequisite subjects:

        • Chemistry ATAR (final scaled score of 50+)

        • English (as per Curtin's English proficiency requirements)

      • Desirable subjects:

        • Mathematics: Methods ATAR

        • Mathematics Specialist ATAR

        • Human Biology ATAR

        • Biology ATAR

    • UCAT ANZ:

      • All applicants must sit the UCAT ANZ in the year of application

      • UCAT ANZ scores are used in the selection process​

    • Casper Test:

    • Interview:

    Ranking for Interview Selection:

    Final Selection for Offer:

    • Final rankings for offers are based on:

      • ATAR or equivalent: 40%

      • UCAT ANZ score: 20%

      • Interview performance: 40%​

    Special Entry Pathways

    Application Process

    1. UCAT ANZ:

      • Register and sit the UCAT ANZ in the year of application

      • UCAT ANZ scores are valid for the current admission cycle only​

    2. Casper Test:

    3. TISC Application:

      • Apply through the Tertiary Institutions Service Centre (TISC)

      • Applications typically open in August and close in late September​Tomorrow Better Toolkit

    4. Interview:

      • Shortlisted applicants are invited to attend a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI)

      • Interviews are conducted in January for competitive and eligible applicants​


    Monash University – Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    Program Overview

    • Degree: Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    • Duration: 5 years, full-time

    • Location: Clayton Campus, Melbourne, Victoria

    • Program Structure:

      • Years 1–2: Campus-based foundational studies

      • Years 3–5: Clinical placements in hospitals and community settings

    • Accreditation: Australian Medical Council (AMC)

    • Registration: Graduates eligible for provisional registration with the Medical Board of Australia via AHPRA​Malaysia

    Entry Requirements

    Academic

    • Minimum ATAR: 90.00 (eligibility threshold); however, due to high competition, the lowest ATARs for 2025 entry were:

      • Standard Entry: 97.15

      • Extended Rural Cohort (ERC): 93.55

      • Bonded Medical Program (BMP): 94.50

    • Median ATAR for 2025 Entry: 99.60

    • Prerequisite Subjects:

      • VCE:

        • English: Study score of at least 35 in English (EAL) or 30 in English other than EAL

        • Chemistry: Study score of at least 30

      • IB:

        • English: Minimum scores vary depending on the level and subject

        • Chemistry: At least 5 in SL or 4 in HL

    • Additional Notes:

      • Biology is not a prerequisite; however, students without Year 12 Biology are encouraged to undertake a bridging course before commencement​Reddit

    UCAT ANZ

    • All domestic applicants must sit the UCAT ANZ in the year of application

    • UCAT ANZ scores are used in the selection process

    • Situational Judgement Test (SJT) scores are considered as a secondary differentiator if applicants have the same UCAT ANZ total score​

    Interview

    • Format: Multiple Mini Interview (MMI)

    • Structure:

      • Each station: 2 minutes reading time, followed by 8 minutes of interview

      • Total duration: Approximately 70–80 minutes

    • Assessment Criteria:

    Selection Process Weighting

    Special Entry Pathways

    • Dean's Rural List (DRL):

      • Eligibility:

        • Resided in Modified Monash Model (MM) areas 2–7 for at least 5 consecutive or 10 cumulative years

      • Benefits:

        • Applicants may receive additional consideration during the selection process

    • Extended Rural Cohort (ERC):

      • Structure:

        • Years 1–2: Clayton Campus

        • Years 3–5: Clinical placements in rural and regional Victoria

      • Places Available: 30 Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP)​Fraser's Medical

    • Bonded Medical Program (BMP):

      • Commitment:

        • Work in an eligible regional, rural, or remote area for 3 years after graduation

      • Places Available: Approximately 28.5% of domestic CSPs​

    • Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS):

      • Provides equity consideration for applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage​

    • Monash Guarantee:

      • Offers eligible students a place in the course if they meet specific criteria, such as attending a Monash partner school or living in a low socio-economic area​

    Application Process

    1. UCAT ANZ:

      • Register and sit the UCAT ANZ in the year of application

      • UCAT ANZ scores are valid for the current admission cycle only​

    2. VTAC Application:

      • Apply through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC)

      • VTAC Course Codes:

        • 2800311231: Standard Entry

        • 2800311261: Extended Rural Cohort (ERC)

        • 2800311251: Bonded Medical Program (BMP)

      • Applications typically close in late September​

    3. Interview Invitations:

      • November:

        • DRL applicants

        • Selection based on UCAT ANZ total score

      • December:

        • Victorian-based applicants not on the DRL

        • Selection based on UCAT ANZ total score

      • January:

        • Victorian-based applicants and DRL applicants

        • Selection based on an equally-weighted combination of UCAT ANZ total score and ATAR aggregate (including any adjustment factors)

    Bond University – Bachelor of Medical Studies (BMedSt) & Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    Program Overview

    • Degrees: Sequential completion of BMedSt and MD

    • Duration: 4 years and 8 months (14 semesters)

    • Location: Gold Coast, Queensland

    • Structure:

      • BMedSt: 8 semesters (2 years and 8 months)

      • MD: 6 semesters (2 years)

    • Accelerated Learning: Three semesters per year, facilitating earlier graduation

    • Clinical Exposure: Early and diverse clinical placements, including public, private, and international settings

    • Accreditation: Australian Medical Council (AMC)

    • Registration: Graduates eligible for provisional registration with the Medical Board of Australia via AHPRA​Bond University+4Bond University+4Bond University+4Bond University+3Bond University+3Bond University+3Bond University+1Bond University+1

    Entry Requirements

    Academic Criteria

    • Minimum ATAR: While specific minimum ATAR requirements are not publicly disclosed, entry is highly competitive.

    • Prerequisite Subjects:

      • English (Units 3 and 4, C or better)

      • Recommended: Chemistry, Mathematics B, or Physics

    • Note: Bonus points are not considered in the selection process ​Bond UniversityBond UniversityBond University

    Selection Process

    1. Application:

      • Apply through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC)

      • Course Code: 020712 (Undergraduate Entry)

      • Bond University must be listed as the first preference ​Bond University+1Bond University+1

    2. Psychometric Testing:

      • Approximately 50% of applicants are invited based on academic achievement

      • Conducted online under supervision

      • Fee: $346.50 (GST inclusive) ​Bond UniversityBond University

    3. Interview:

    Graduate Entry Pathway

    Special Entry Pathways

    • International Students:

      • Direct entry is not available

      • Eligible international students may apply through the graduate entry pathway after completing specified Bond University programs ​Bond University

    • Indigenous Applicants:

      • Bond University encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and provides support through its Indigenous support services​

    Application Process

    1. QTAC Application:

    2. Selection Steps:

    Additional Information

    • Inherent Requirements:

      • Applicants must demonstrate the physical and mental capabilities necessary to complete the program

      • A declaration form is required upon entry ​

    • Fees:

      • Tuition fees are subject to change and are charged per semester

      • Additional costs may include textbooks, equipment, and other resources ​Bond University+1Bond University+1

    • Scholarships:

    • Deferral Policy:

      • Deferrals are generally not permitted for the Medical Program​

    For more detailed information and updates, please refer to the official Bond University resources:



    Griffith University – Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    Program Overview

    Entry Pathways

    1. Provisional Entry for School Leavers

    • Pathway: Bachelor of Medical Science (BMedSc) leading to MD

    • Campuses: Gold Coast and Nathan

    • Duration: 2 years (accelerated, includes Trimester 3)

    • Entry Requirements:

      • Minimum ATAR: 99.85

      • Prerequisites:

        • English (Units 3 & 4, C)

      • Assumed Knowledge:

        • Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C)

        • One of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C)

    • Adjustment Factors:

      • Eligible applicants may receive up to 0.20 selection rank adjustments based on factors such as location, rurality, and educational disadvantage

    • UCAT ANZ:

      • Optional; used as a secondary ranking tool for applicants with the same ATAR band

    • Progression to MD:

    2. Graduate Entry

    Special Entry Pathways

    • Griffith University Rural Priority Access Scheme (GURPAS):

      • Applicants who have lived in a rural area (RA 2–5) for at least 5 consecutive years or 10 cumulative years may be eligible

      • A proportion of BMedSc intake is reserved for rural background students

    • First Peoples Pathway to Medicine:

      • Support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants through dedicated pathways and scholarships

      • Doctor of Medicine First Peoples Scholarship offers $20,000 over the duration of the degree​Griffith UniversityGriffith University

    Application Process

    Provisional Entry (School Leavers)

    1. Apply via QTAC or UAC:

      • List Griffith University as a preference

      • Applications typically close at the end of December

    2. Nominate for GURPAS (if applicable):

      • Indicate interest in the Rural Priority Access Scheme during application

    3. Await Offer:

    Graduate Entry

    1. Sit GAMSAT:

      • Ensure minimum scores are met

    2. Apply via GEMSAS:

      • Submit application with required documentation

    3. Attend GUMSAA Interview:

      • Shortlisted applicants will be invited

    4. Receive Offer:

    Additional Information

    • Clinical Placements:

      • Extensive placements across various healthcare settings, including rural and metropolitan hospitals

    • MD-PhD Pathway:

      • Opportunity to undertake a combined Doctor of Medicine and Doctor of Philosophy for those interested in medical research

    • Placement Requirements:

      • Students must meet specific health and legal requirements before commencing placements, including vaccinations, police checks, and first aid certification​Griffith University

    For more detailed information and updates, please refer to the official Griffith University resources:

    University of Queensland (UQ) – Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    Program Overview

    • Degree: Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    • Duration: 4 years, full-time

    • Campuses: Greater Brisbane, Central Queensland – Wide Bay, Darling Downs – South West

    • Accreditation: Australian Medical Council (AMC)

    • Registration: Graduates eligible for provisional registration with the Medical Board of Australia via AHPRA​Study+2Medical School+2cqu.edu.au+2

    Entry Pathways

    Provisional Entry for School Leavers

    Graduate Entry

    Special Entry Pathways

    • Rural Background Sub-Quota:

      • Applicants with a rural background may be eligible for reserved places

    • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Admission Pathway:

      • Dedicated pathways with support services​

    Central Queensland University (CQU) – Bachelor of Medical Science (Pathway to Medicine)

    Program Overview

    Entry Requirements

    • Academic:

      • Adjusted ATAR of 95.00 or higher

      • Prerequisite subjects: English, Mathematical Methods, and one of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics

    • UCAT ANZ:

      • Competitive overall score

    • Interview:

      • Multiple Mini Interview (MMI)

    • Additional Criteria:

    Special Entry Pathways

    • Adjustment Schemes:

      • Subject Incentive Scheme

      • Rural Access Scheme

      • Start Uni Now (SUN) program

      • Maximum of 5 ATAR rank adjustments applicable

    • Bonded Medical Program:

      • 28.5% of places allocated to bonded students with a return of service obligation

    • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Admission Pathway:

    University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) – Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (Medicine Pathway)

    Program Overview

    • Degree: Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (Medicine Pathway)

    • Duration: 3 years, full-time

    • Campus: Toowoomba

    • Progression: Direct entry into UQ's regionally-delivered MD program upon successful completion​handbook.cqu.edu.au+2Medical School+2usq.edu.au+2

    Entry Requirements

    • Academic:

      • Adjusted ATAR of 95.00 or higher

      • Prerequisite subjects: English and Mathematical Methods

    • UCAT ANZ:

      • Competitive overall score

    • Interview:

      • Multiple Mini Interview (MMI)

    • Additional Criteria:

    Special Entry Pathways

    Note: Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission. Selection is competitive and based on a combination of academic performance, UCAT ANZ scores, and interview performance.​Study

    For more detailed information and updates, please refer to the official university resources:



    Flinders University – Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    Program Overview

    • Degree: Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    • Duration: 4 years, full-time

    • Campuses: Bedford Park (Adelaide), Darwin (Northern Territory), and rural South Australia

    • Accreditation: Australian Medical Council (AMC)

    • Registration: Graduates eligible for provisional registration with the Medical Board of Australia via AHPRA​WikipediaFlinders University

    Entry Pathways

    1. Undergraduate Entry – Bachelor of Clinical Sciences / Doctor of Medicine

    • Eligibility:

      • Completed Year 12 (or equivalent)

      • Minimum ATAR: 95.00 (after adjustment factors)

      • UCAT ANZ: Required; contributes 10% to selection rank

    • Selection Criteria:

      • Combined score of ATAR (90%) and UCAT ANZ (10%)

    • Progression Requirements:

      • Maintain a GPA of 5.0 (Credit average) in the first two years

      • Successful completion of all topics

    • Campuses:

    2. Graduate Entry – Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    • Eligibility:

      • Completed or final year of a Bachelor's degree (any discipline)

      • Minimum GPA: 4.50 (non-weighted) for 2025 entry; 5.00 from 2026 onwards

      • GAMSAT: Valid score with minimum 50 in each section

    • Selection Criteria:

      • Combined score of GAMSAT, weighted GPA (wGPA), and interview performance

    • Interview:

    Special Entry Pathways

    South Australia Rural Medical (SARM) Program

    Northern Territory Medical Program (NTMP)

    Indigenous Entry Stream (IES)

    Bonded Medical Program (BMP)

    • Overview:

      • Federal Government initiative to provide more Australian-trained doctors in areas of workforce shortage

      • Offers Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) in return for a commitment to work in eligible regional, rural, and remote areas after graduation

    • Eligibility:

    Key Admission Data for 2025 Entry

    Application Process

    1. Undergraduate Entry:

      • Apply via the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC)

      • Submit UCAT ANZ results

      • Provide any required statutory declarations for sub-quotas (e.g., rural or Indigenous)

    2. Graduate Entry:

    University of Melbourne – Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    Program Overview

    • Degree: Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    • Duration: 4 years, full-time

    • Location: Parkville Campus, Melbourne, Victoria

    • Intake: January

    • Accreditation: Australian Medical Council (AMC)

    • Registration: Graduates eligible for provisional registration with the Medical Board of Australia via AHPRA​Study+5Hotcourses Abroad+5Shiksha+5

    Entry Pathways

    1. Standard Pathway

    • Eligibility:

      • Completion of an undergraduate degree in any discipline within the last 10 years

      • Minimum GPA of 5.0 (on a 7-point scale)

      • Prerequisite subjects: Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry at second-year level or equivalent

    • Admissions Tests:

      • Graduate Australian Medical School Admissions Test (GAMSAT) or Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)

    • Interview:

      • Multi-Mini Interview (MMI)

    • Selection Criteria Weighting:

      • MMI: 50%

      • GPA: 25%

      • GAMSAT/MCAT: 25%​

    2. Guaranteed Entry Pathway

    • Eligibility:

      • University of Melbourne Chancellor’s Scholars with an ATAR of 99.90 or above

      • Completion of an undergraduate degree at the University of Melbourne immediately after Year 12

      • Satisfactory completion of prerequisite subjects

      • Satisfactory performance in the MMI

    • Outcome:

      • Guaranteed Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) in the MD program​

    3. Rural Pathway

    • Eligibility:

      • Domestic students from a rural background

      • Demonstrated commitment to undertaking medical education entirely in a rural setting

    • Program Structure:

      • Entire MD program conducted in rural Victoria

      • Delivered by the Department of Rural Health in Shepparton

    • Intake:

      • 30 Commonwealth Supported Places (Bonded Medical Places)

        • 15 places for graduates of La Trobe University's Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (Medical)

        • 15 places for students with rural origins and commitment to rural life

    • Application:

      • Via VTAC or UAC for La Trobe graduates

      • Direct application to the University of Melbourne for other eligible students​

    4. Indigenous Pathway

    • Eligibility:

      • Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants

      • Minimum GPA of 5.0

    • Admissions Tests:

      • GAMSAT not required

    • Interview:

      • Panel interview chaired by the Associate Dean (Indigenous) and other Indigenous representatives

    • Support:

      • Access to the Indigenous Support Office for guidance and assistance​

    Melbourne Chancellor’s Scholarship

    • Overview:

      • Prestigious scholarship for high-achieving students, offering benefits during undergraduate studies and a guaranteed pathway to the MD program

    • Eligibility:

      • Achieved an ATAR of at least 99.90

      • Completed Australian Year 12 or International Baccalaureate in Australia

      • Applied for a University of Melbourne undergraduate course via VTAC for commencement in the year following completion of Year 12

    • Benefits:

      • Living allowance and/or fee sponsorship during undergraduate studies

      • Guaranteed place in the MD program upon meeting prerequisite and entry requirements

      • Melbourne Global Scholars Award of up to $2,500 for approved overseas study

    • Application:

    Additional Information

    • English Language Requirements:

      • IELTS: Overall score of 7.0 with no band less than 6.5

      • TOEFL: Score of 94+ with writing 27; speaking 20; reading 19; listening 20

      • PTE: Score of 72+ with written communicative skill of 75 and no other communicative skill below 64

      • Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): Score of 185+ with no less than 185 in writing and no less than 176 in each other skill

    • Clinical Placements:

      • Undertaken as part of the course

      • Allocation to a clinical school region (Metropolitan or Rural) at the point of offer

      • Requirements include Police Record Check, Working with Children Check, and compliance with immunisation requirements

    • Graduate Access Melbourne (GAM):

      • Offers admission opportunities for domestic students who have experienced disadvantage

      • Categories include:

        • Rural background

        • Indigenous Australian

        • Financial hardship

        • Personal difficulties

        • Refugee status

        • Disability or medical condition

      • Applicants may also be considered for financial bursaries and CSPs​

    Note: Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission. Selection is competitive and based on a combination of academic performance, admissions test scores, and interview performance.​

    For more detailed information and updates, please refer to the official University of Melbourne resources:

    University of Sydney – Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    Program Overview

    • Degree: Doctor of Medicine (MD)

    • Duration: 4 years, full-time

    • Location: Metropolitan Stream (Sydney) and Dubbo Stream (School of Rural Health)

    • Accreditation: Australian Medical Council (AMC)

    • Registration: Graduates are eligible for provisional registration with the Medical Board of Australia via AHPRA​

    Entry Pathways

    1. Graduate Entry

    • Eligibility:

      • Completion of a bachelor's degree comprising at least three full-time equivalent years of study

      • Minimum GPA of 5.0 (on a 7-point scale)

      • Valid GAMSAT score with a minimum of 50 in each section

    • Admissions Process:

      • Submit an online application through the University of Sydney's Sydney Student Portal

      • Submit a Qualifications Assessment Service (QAS) application through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC)

      • Participate in a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) if shortlisted​

    2. Double Degree Medicine Program (DDMP) – Provisional Entry

    • Overview:

      • A highly competitive pathway for high-achieving school leavers, offering a provisional place in the MD program upon completion of an undergraduate degree

    • Structure:

      • 3-year undergraduate degree (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science)

      • Followed by the 4-year Doctor of Medicine program

    • Eligibility:

      • Australian high school leavers with an ATAR of 99.95 or equivalent

      • Successful performance in a semi-structured panel interview

    • Intake:

      • Approximately 30 domestic and 10 international places per year

    • Note:

    3. Dubbo Stream (Rural Pathway)

    • Overview:

      • Entire MD program delivered at the School of Rural Health in Dubbo

    • Eligibility:

      • Applicants with a demonstrated commitment to rural health

      • Must meet standard graduate entry requirements

    • Application:

      • Indicate preference for the Dubbo Stream in the application

      • Provide supporting documentation for rural commitment​

    4. Indigenous Facilitated Entry Scheme

    • Eligibility:

      • Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants

      • Completion of a bachelor's degree

    • Admissions Process:

      • May be admitted with a lower GPA and without GAMSAT

      • Participation in an interview to assess suitability​

    Scholarships and Financial Support

    Chancellor's Award

    • Value: $10,000 per annum for the duration of the undergraduate degree

    • Eligibility:

      • Domestic students who have achieved an ATAR of 99.90 or above

      • Enrolled in an undergraduate degree or combined undergraduate degree immediately following the completion of HSC or equivalent

    • Note:

      • The scholarship is not payable for any postgraduate studies, such as the Doctor of Medicine, undertaken as part of a double degree​

    Additional Scholarships

    • Faculty of Medicine and Health Course Material Scholarship:

      • Up to $500 to support students pursuing coursework within the Faculty of Medicine and Health

    • Various Bursaries:

      • Available for students enrolled in the Sydney Medical School, including the Babak Shahidi Memorial Scholarship, E M (Mary) Gilder Scholarship, and Esma May Harris Scholarship​

    Note: Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission. Selection is competitive and based on a combination of academic performance, admissions test scores, and interview performance.​

    For more detailed information and updates, please refer to the official University of Sydney resources:













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