The University of Adelaide
Doctor of Medicine
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The Medical program at the University of Adelaide has a six-year full-time duration which leads to the awards of Bachelor of Medical Studies and Doctor of Medicine. Entry to the Doctor of Medicine is based on completion of the Bachelor of Medical Studies at the University of Adelaide.
This masters-level degree has a dual emphasis on high-level clinical and research skills. You will undertake multiple placements in diverse settings, including primary care, rural hospitals, outreach clinics and more. And you’ll be encouraged to broaden your horizons by doing at least one placement interstate and/or overseas.
You’ll do internship rotations in medicine, emergency medicine, surgery and psychiatry, and have the opportunity to explore a discipline of particular interest in greater depth. In the area of research, you’ll conduct two key projects in consultation with world-class University of Adelaide researchers: a minor project in year one, and major in year three.
Delivery mode
The University of Adelaide offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- The University of Adelaide, Adelaide
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Selection Criteria
Graduate entry
Prerequisite subjects
You must have successfully completed one of the prerequisite subjects. This can be done through, but not limited to SACE Stage 2, International Baccalaureate (IB) or tertiary studies.
Academic score
To meet the minimum academic threshold for entry into the Bachelor of Medical Studies and Doctor of Medicine degree at the University of Adelaide, you must achieve:
- Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) including any applicable adjustment factors: 90 or above
- International Baccalaureate score: 34* or above or the interstate/overseas equivalent
- Grade Point Average (GPA): 5.0 or above – only applicable for University of Adelaide Higher Education applicants
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Doctor of Medicine will prepare you for the following roles.
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Medical Practitioner
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Obstetrician
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Surgeon
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Career Medical Officer (CMO)
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Gastroenterologist
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Neurologist
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Oncologist
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Gynaecologist
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Psychiatrist
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Paediatrician
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Cardiologist
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Radiologist
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Medical Oncologist
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Radiation Oncologist
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Anatomist
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Endocrinologist
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