How to apply
To apply to the Joint Medical Program in 2027, 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 for the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT ANZ) and attend a UCAT ANZ session at a nominated test site. Fees apply.
Registration closes 15 May 2026. UCAT ANZ testing begins 1 July and concludes 5 August 2026. All enquiries concerning UCAT ANZ should be directed to UCAT ANZ.
Final bookings will be accepted until 5 June at 11:59pm AEST and will incur the late fee.
Getting Started in Medicine Scholarship for First Year Students - apply for a scholarship to the value of $1,500 for UCAT ANZ registration and associated expenses. For further information see here.
Applications will open in early August and will close on 30 September 2026. 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 application instructions.
Submit your application through the Universities Admission Centre (UAC) by 30 September 2026. Late applications may be accepted by UAC, but late fees apply.
You must include the 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 2026.
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 click here.
Please visit the UAC website for more details.
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