98.7% employed within four months of graduating.
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020-2022 (Undergraduate Medicine category)
You'll study a Bachelor of Medical Science in years one to three, and a Doctor of Medicine in years four and five. Throughout this degree, you'll:
Clinical experience can begin in first year and greatly increases over the five years of study. You'll meet with patients in general practice facilities, hospital wards and outpatient clinics. You'll gain hands-on experience delivering healthcare using the latest technologies. Through our extensive networks, you'll also spend time with doctors and their teams in urban, rural, and regional settings.
Nestled on Australia's spectacular east coast and surrounded by some of the state's most popular destinations, Newcastle is an all-round wonderful choice as a safe and friendly place to live.
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Our campuses are welcoming, inspiring, and collaborative places for students, staff, and the community. Explore our beautiful campuses and discover what it’s like to study at the University of Newcastle.
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Our scholarships recognise achievement and support enthusiastic and dedicated students. If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.
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Living on campus is an experience unlike any other. Whether you're from across Australia or around the globe, your home on campus is where you'll form lifelong friendships and harness your potential in a supportive and diverse community.
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A graduate of the University’s Joint Medical Program, Josh says cutting edge facilities, problem-based learning, ‘fantastic’ accommodation and a real sense of community are just a few of the benefits of studying at the University’s Tamworth campus. Originally from Dungog, Josh now works as a doctor at Tamworth hospital. In one sense he’s giving back, but Josh says being part of such a welcoming rural community is its own reward.
You are a domestic student if you are:
Admission to our undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC), the highest educational award in New South Wales schools.
Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.
In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.
If you are applying through an education agent, they can also apply through the application portal. Ensure your agent is contracted to the University to avoid delays with your application.
Once you have started your application you will be provided with a reference number. You or your education agent will be able to track your application as it progresses.
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