University of New England
Bachelor of Medical Studies / Doctor of Medicine
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Joint Medical Program (JMP) is a two stage five year program comprising of a Bachelor of Medical Science (stage one) and Doctor of Medicine (stage two), offered jointly in partnership by the University of Newcastle and the University of New England.
On completion of stage one, students will have completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Medical Science. On completion of Stage Two, students will have completed the requirements for the Doctor of Medicine. To graduate from the Joint Medical Program, students must complete both stage one and two. The Bachelor of Medical Science and the Doctor of Medicine will be awarded on a single testamur on completion of stage two.
Delivery mode
University of New England offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Armidale
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry based on previous high school qualifications
94.30 or higher ATAR The minimum ATAR required by applicants who completed the Higher School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent.
91.40 or higher ATAR The minimum ATAR required by applicants who completed the Higher School Certificate (HSC) or equivalent at a high school in a rural/remote location. This doesn't apply to applicants whose home address is in a rural or remote location, but who completed year 12 in a non-rural/remote location.
Entry based on previous university experience
Recognised courses/units/awards include:
- Higher Doctorate
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Masters by research
- Masters by coursework
- Graduate Diploma
- Bachelor degree (including Honours)
- Associate degree
Course fees
$63,600
$63,600
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Medical Studies / Doctor of Medicine will prepare you for the following roles.
Anaesthetist
An Anaesthetist is a medical specialist who administers anaesthesia during surgeries and medical procedures, ensuring patients are safe and pain-fr...
General Practitioner
A General Practitioner provides medical advice and treats patients for a range of health conditions. You might work in a doctors surgery or health ...
Medical Practitioner
Medical Practitioners are registered doctors who diagnose and treat diseases, infections, injuries, and mental health problems. They usually work i...
Surgeon
A Surgeon carries out surgical procedures on patients for a range of medical issues. You might specialise in a type of surgery such as emergency ca...
About University of New England
For over 60 years, the University of New England has been a leader in providing distance education to students throughout Australia and the world.
UNE was formed in 1938 as the New England University College, a College of the University of Sydney. The University became fully independent in 1954 and pioneered teaching to external students by correspondence, making UNE Australia's most experienced provider of distance and now online education — UNE is Australia's second-largest online university.
Our focus is on your future, providing you with a personal and flexible approach to learning. We offer more than 200 courses at undergraduate, postgraduate coursework and higher degree research levels with options to study online or on campus.
We work to ensure that our research is relevant and responsive to the challenges facing us today and insightful towards the future needs of individuals and communities at all levels.
We continue to build research excellence and develop a culture where achieving impact with our research is an integral part of our academic life that is both rewarding and rewarded, and institutionally acknowledged and supported.
