University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Medical Studies / Doctor of Medicine
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationTake a frontline, leadership role in health care. Be challenged to use your knowledge and skills to help people and make a real difference. Advocate for health outcomes and improve our health care systems at local, national and global levels.
Medicine is fascinating and rewarding, with lots of variety. In addition to clinical care, you can make a difference with your involvement in medical research, new technology, public health, education and public policy.
Students have the opportunity to learn in a variety of locations in Tasmania. We have teaching centres at the Medical Science Precinct (Hobart), the Hobart Clinical School (Royal Hobart Hospital), the Launceston Clinical School (Launceston General Hospital) and the Rural Clinical School (North West Regional Hospital, Burnie).
Our medical school and our graduates reflect the values of the University of Tasmania to build healthy sustainable communities in the place in which our medical school is located, including a focus on the health of Tasmanian Aboriginal people and on Tasmanian rural communities.
Delivery mode
University of Tasmania offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Churchill Ave, Hobart
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Applicants must be at least 17 years of age at 1st February in the year of course commencement.
Applicants who have recently completed secondary education
- All applicants require a valid UCAT ANZ score. UCAT ANZ results are valid for the current university admission cycle ONLY. Therefore, a UCAT ANZ score can only be used for university admission in the year following the test.
- Satisfactory achievement in Tasmanian Senior Secondary Chemistry (CHM415115) or equivalent within the last five years is a pre-requisite.
- Satisfactory achievement in Year 12 English within the last five years is a pre-requisite. Accepted English courses include: ENG315117 English, ENL315114 English Literature, ENW315114 English Writing, English Inquiry Level 3 (ENT315124), or English Studio Level 3 (ENS315124), or equivalent as approved by the Course Coordinator.
Domestic applicants must not have previously commenced tertiary study (defined as an AQF Level 5 Higher Education Diploma or above).
Applicants with previous completed tertiary study
- Completed Bachelor level degree (AQF Level 7) or higher from any Australian higher education provider no more than 10 years prior to course commencement, or
- Equivalent overseas qualification with current general registration ongoing for the last 5 years with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or Australian Veterinarian State Registration Authority
- The minimum unweighted GPA needed for an application to be considered is 5.25.
- Applicants must have a minimum score of 50 in all three sections of GAMSAT (gamsat.acer.org).
A pathway exists for applicants completing the Bachelor of Medical Research (BMedRes-53E) in the year prior to course commencement. GAMSAT admission test scores are not required for these applicants.
- In the year prior to commencement in the Medicine Program, applicants must have completed the BMedRes at the University of Tasmania.
- The minimum cumulative percentage average score required for an application to be considered is 65% at completion of the BMedRes.
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Medical Studies / Doctor of Medicine will prepare you for the following roles.
Anaesthetist
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General Practitioner
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Medical Practitioner
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Surgeon
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Dermatologist
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Psychiatrist
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Paediatrician
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Cardiologist
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Radiologist
A Radiologist diagnoses patient injuries or illnesses using medical imaging techniques. You might specialise in a particular type of imaging techni...
Obstetrician
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Radiation Therapist
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Gynaecologist
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Clinical Pathologist
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About University of Tasmania
Providing a good education to as many Tasmanians as possible is at the heart of everything we do.
To strengthen and future-proof our ability to do this, we’re transforming our University. We’re building new pathways for our students, reflecting their changing needs, so that where you start in life does not define where you go.
