99% employed within four months of graduating.
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021-2023 (Undergraduate Medicine category)
Degree overview
Save lives and help shape future health care
The Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (Joint Medical Program) is delivered in partnership with the University of New England. This partnership is in collaboration with the Central Coast Local Health District and the Hunter New England Local Health District.
You will gain a world-class dual medical qualification in just five years. We are one of the few universities that provide undergraduate entry to a medical degree program that leads to internship.
You will learn from leading clinicians and researchers who are actively involved in breaking research discoveries.
Be career ready with our advanced learning environments and educational technologies. Clinical placement opportunities start early in your degree. This will help you to hone your medical knowledge and skills in real-world settings.
Ranked 9
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in Australia for Medicine
Over 145
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Indigenous doctors have graduated
Clinical placement
throughout program
Career opportunities
After graduating you’ll need to complete additional internship training as a Junior Medical Officer (JMO) at an approved training facility to enter medical practice. Following the successful completion of the internship period, many graduates elect to undertake specialist training which takes a minimum of four to five years.
On the successful completion of further study, you’ll be able to work in roles such as:
- Emergency Medicine
- General Practice
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Paediatrics & Child Health
- Medicine
- Surgery
$77,224 median starting salary.
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023 (Undergraduate Medicine category)
Course overview
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:
- Gain a thorough and broad understanding of medicine and the basic sciences, learning how to apply your knowledge to specific medical problems.
- Discover patient-centred clinical methods through problem-based learning.
- Choose to study electives that interest you, such as rural and global health, Indigenous health, laboratory medicine, medical education and entrepreneurship.
- Develop critical research skills that will set you in good stead for life-long learning in your medical career.
Student experience
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At the University of Newcastle, we embed practical, hands-on learning in all our degrees. Check out just some of the opportunities our students have had to build their experience.
Career-ready placements
Clinical experience: clinical experience can begin in the first year of study and greatly increases throughout the five years. Students will gain a range of professional experiences as they meet with patients in general practice facilities, hospital wards and outpatient clinics, while they spend time with doctors and their teams. Students will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the delivery of healthcare using the latest emerging technologies. Specialty placements: in the final two years of study, students undertake specialty placements in general practice, women’s & children’s health, mental health, general medicine, surgery & trauma, intensive care, anaesthetics and emergency medicine. Our extensive network enables field experiences in urban, rural, and regional settings in Australia and elective study overseas.
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Accommodation
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Student showcase
Josh's story, Joint Medical Program 1:33
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.
How to apply
Apply as a domestic student
You are a domestic student if you are:
- An Australian or New Zealand citizen (including dual citizens)
- A permanent resident of Australia
- A holder of a permanent Australian visa.
Regional Excellence Pathway
The Regional Excellence pathway is available (subject to approval) to students who have completed their HSC in the footprint of the JMP (Hunter New England or Central Coast Local Health Districts) who attain an ATAR of 99.00 or higher. These students can be offered an interview without the requirements of UCAT ANZ as an exception to the essential requirement. These students must have listed the University of Newcastle in their UAC preference. Applications must be made in the year the HSC is completed. For further information please contact JMPProgramConvenor@newcastle.edu.au
Apply as an international student
Entry requirements — Senior secondary school qualification
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.
English proficiency requirements
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.
- IELTS overall minimum - 7.0
- IELTS section minimum - 7.0
- About English Language Pathways
Apply to the University via our online application portal.
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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This program is accredited by the Australian Medical Council.
Graduates will be eligible to apply for general registration with the Medical Board of Australia, under the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), following a period of internship at an approved training facility.
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