How to apply
To apply to the Joint Medical Program in 2026, you must complete the following three steps. Our Joint Medical Program is world-class and entry is competitive. Each year, 170 places are available in the program across both the University of Newcastle and the University of New England; more than 3,000 people apply for those places. Your application will go through a rigorous selection process. If your application isn't successful, we encourage you to apply again the following year or to consider one of the many alternative degrees offered by the University of Newcastle or the University of New England.
Click here to download a prospectus providing an overview of the Joint Medical Program including the application and selection process.
Register with University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT ANZ) and attend a UCAT ANZ session at a nominated test site. Fees apply.
Registration closes 16 May 2025. UCAT ANZ testing begins 1 July and concludes 5 August 2025. All enquiries concerning UCAT ANZ should be directed to UCAT ANZ.
Final bookings will be accepted until Friday 30 May at 11:59pm AEST and will incur the late fee.
2025 NSW Health Rural Career Scholarships apply for a scholarship to the value of $1,200 for UCAT ANZ registration and associated expenses. For further information see here.
Applications will open in August and close on 30 September 2025. Late applications will not be accepted under any circumstances. You will have the opportunity to review your application after it has been submitted. For details and instructions on how to apply, please download the online application instructions.
Submit your application through the Universities Admission Centre (UAC) by 30 September 2025. Late applications may be accepted by UAC, but late fees apply.
You must include Joint Medical Program at the University of Newcastle and University of New England among your preferences. You can't change your preferences to add this program after 1 December 2025.
The Joint Medical Program is included in the Educational Access Scheme. Through the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) you can get up to four additional adjustment points if you have experienced educational or other disadvantage. For more information about the EAS see here.
Please visit the UAC website for more details.
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