Doctor of Medicine

Course summary

Medicine is an exciting and challenging profession. The Doctor of Medicine at UOW aims to produce knowledgeable, caring, and competent graduates, who are well prepared to practise medicine under supervision as interns and subsequently to commence postgraduate specialist training in any area of medicine. UOW offers a four-year program of study and encourages applications from a diverse range of backgrounds. Information on how to apply for this degree is available on the Graduate School of Medicine website.

The UOW Graduate School of Medicine aims to enrol applicants who have a high level of achievement in a higher education program of study, personal qualities that are important for success as a medical student and as a future medical practitioner, and a commitment and desire to contribute to health outcomes in regional, rural, and remote Australia.

This degree

The UOW MD program reflects a contemporary approach to medical education. Medical practitioners from UOW local communities as well as and health practitioners from other health professions are extensively involved in all aspects of the MD program.

The MD aims to prepare graduates with knowledge of basic, medical and systems sciences, knowledge of Indigenous health, social and cultural determinants of health, health advocacy skills, skills for clinical practice and culturally safe patient care, and research skills. The MD also prepares graduates to meet the professional expectations, as well as legal and ethical requirements of the medical profession.

What you will study

The Doctor of Medicine is a four-year degree, with each academic year being approximately 42 weeks in length. It is offered only as a full-time degree and uses a combination of face-to-face teaching and learning sessions, clinical placements, blended and online learning, and self-directed learning. Teaching and learning happens on either of three campuses (Wollongong, Shoalhaven or Southern Highlands) and either of eight rural hubs.

The first 18 months is based on either of the three campuses, with some community placements. The following two and half years are predominantly immersed in clinical settings. This includes 12 months (Phase 2) focused on a range of clinical disciplines and the following 12 months (Phase 3) in an ‘integrated clinical clerkship’. The MD has a strong focus on regional, rural, and remote healthcare so many clinical placements are in those locations in NSW. For some students, all clinical placements will be undertaken in a rural location. MD students in Phase 2 may also be placed in one of the rural campuses. and all Australian MD students will experience Phase 3 in a regional or rural location. The final 6 months of the MD focusses on working in healthcare teams in clinical settings and readiness for clinical practice as an intern. A rural placement cannot be guaranteed for international students.

Domestic applicants can choose the Rural End-to-End Medical Education track, which offers all parts of the MD to be done in a rural locating, or the Rural-Regional Combined Medical Education Track, which offers a combination of placements.

The program uses a range of teaching-learning methods including:

  • clinical teaching in metropolitan, regional or rural locations including hospitals, clinics, general practice and community health settings.
  • small group learning activities and group work.
  • seminars, workshops and tutorials.

    Course information

    Study area

    Graduate School of Medicine, Health & Medicine, Research

    Campus

    Wollongong, Shoalhaven

    Course Code

    1646

    Duration

    4 years full-time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Cricos

    089196C

    UAC Code

    -

    Admission, Key dates, and Fees

    A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

    For any specific advice or questions regarding an application, please contact the Future Students Team.

    ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

    Information on how to apply for this degree is available on the Graduate School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine website. Applicants must be in their final year or have successfully completed a valid qualifying Bachelor degree. Additional selection criteria apply, depending on the pathway.

    There are three available pathways for domestic applicants to Doctor of Medicine program:

    • General Entry Pathway (for applicants without a rural background)
    • Rural Entry Pathway (for applicants from rural backgrounds)
    • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathway (for Indigenous applicants)

    For full information regarding admission criteria and processes for each of these pathways please refer to the Graduate School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine and select the appropriate pathway.

    FEES

    Commonwealth supported students are required to pay a student contribution amount towards the cost of their course. The amounts are calculated based on the subject cluster and the Equivalent Full-time Study Load (EFTSL) value of the subject. For information regarding student contribution amounts, please refer to the UOW Current Students website.

    * Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
    These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

    ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

    Information on how to apply for this degree is available on the Graduate School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine website. Applicants must be in their final year or have successfully completed a valid qualifying Bachelor degree. Additional selection criteria apply, depending on the pathway.

    For any specific advice or questions regarding an application to the MD program, please contact the Future Students Team or email the Graduate School of Medicine on md-enquiries@uow.edu.au.

    There is one available pathway for international applicants to Doctor of Medicine program:

    • International Entry Pathway

    For full information regarding admission criteria and processes please refer to Graduate School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine and select the appropriate pathway.


    ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

    English Test

    Overall Score

    Reading

    Writing

    Listening

    Speaking

    IELTS Academic

    7.0

    7.0

    7.0

    7.0

    7.0

    TOEFL (Internet-based)

    94

    24

    27

    24

    23

    UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Distinction (weighted average mark of 75 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)

    Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website.


    FEES

    Tuition fees are reviewed annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study. More information is available at International student fees.

    Overseas Health Cover:
    Overseas Health Cover (OSHC) must be purchased for the proposed duration of the student visa. For information regarding the OSHC fees applicable, please refer to the international fees website.

    CAMPUS

    DELIVERY METHOD

    SESSION FEE*

    COURSE FEE*

    Wollongong

    On Campus

    $34,152 (2024)

    $273,216 (2024)

    Shoalhaven

    On Campus

    $34,152 (2024)

    $273,216 (2024)

    * Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
    These fees are subject to change from year to year. The fees outlined in your Letter of Offer of Admission to the University are correct at the point of offer, but are indicative and subject to change without notice. The indicative total course tuition fee is an estimate, based on normal course length and progression and current course fees.

    Admission Profile


    INDICATIVE ENROLMENT



    STUDENT PROFILE

    This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at UOW for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at UOW in 2023.

    Applicant background

    2023 intake

    2023 intake (%)

    Higher education study Students who have studied a University course, or completed a bridging or enabling course.

    -

    -

    Vocational education & training study Students who have undertaken vocational education or training since leaving school.

    -

    -

    Work & life experience Students admitted on the basis of previous achievement other than higher education study, vocational education & training, or recent secondary education.

    -

    -

    Recent secondary education

    ATAR Only Students admitted only on the basis of ATAR including any applied adjustment factors.

    -

    -

    ATAR plus additional criteria Students who were admitted on the basis of both ATAR and additional criteria (e.g. an audition or individual subject results).

    -

    -

    Other criteria only (non-ATAR) These students were admitted on the basis of other criteria where ATAR was not a factor (e.g. UOW Early Admission).

    -

    -

    International students All other students.

    -

    -

    All students

    -

    -

    < 5: Number of students is less than 5
    N/A: Data not available for this item
    N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)


    ATAR PROFILE

    This table relates to all students selected on the basis of ATAR alone or ATAR in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ‘ATAR-based admission’.

    ATAR profile of ATAR-based offers in 2023

    ATAR The unadjusted, raw ATARs for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR. Selection Rank The ATARs of the same student group, including the impact of adjustment factors.
    Highest rank to receive an offer

    -

    -

    Median rank to receive an offer

    -

    -

    Lowest rank to receive an offer

    -

    -

    < 5: Less than 5 ATAR-based offers made
    N/A: Data not available for this item
    N/P: Not published (less than 5 ATAR-based offers made)

    More Information

    For more information about UOW admission pathways, see UOW Admission Information.

    Key Dates

    SESSION

    CAMPUS

    SESSION DETAILS

    2024 GSM Ph1 S1

    Wollongong, Shoalhaven

    Session commences 22 January 2024

    Visit the Graduate School of Medicine website for the latest information on how to apply and relevant key dates

    Course Structure

    (Current year structure - subject to change)

    Course Handbook

    Accreditation & professional recognition

    The UOW's medical program is accredited by the Australian Medical Council (AMC). The UOW Doctor of Medicine is an internationally recognised medical degree and students may undertake postgraduate training in a number of countries outside of Australia including Canada, USA, UK and New Zealand.


    On completion of the UOW MD, all graduates must undertake a prescribed period of pre-vocational training to be eligible for unconditional registration as a medical practitioner in NSW. This training (referred to as internship) occurs under supervision as determined by the NSW Health Education & Training Institute (HETI). Graduates who satisfactorily complete pre-vocational training will be registered as Medical Practitioners in NSW and eligible to apply for registration in Australia and New Zealand.


    International graduates of the MD program are not automatically entitled to internship, registration, or access to a provider number in Australia. Please visit the NSW Health Education & Training Institute (HETI) website. for information on Internships in NSW. More information on practicing medicine in Australia can be found on the Medical Board AHPRA website.

    Why choose this course

    Health Care and Social Assistance has been the primary provider of new jobs within Australia and is projected to make the largest contribution of 14.9% to employment growth from 2018 to 2023. This brings exciting employment opportunities and career options. (Source: Employment Projections)

    Working in health requires real-world practical skills and contemporary knowledge. At UOW, we're committed to 'enquiry-based learning' that teaches you to constantly seek out knowledge, analyse it and apply it in your chosen profession. We integrate technology into all our learning and teaching to ensure you graduate equipped to excel in a constantly changing and technologically advanced world. You'll benefit from practical placements where you'll develop your skills on real people, in the real world.

    Our courses are taught by professionals who are world-leading researchers and experienced clinicians, so the skills and knowledge you acquire can be applied to real-world challenges today and in the future. Our professional health degrees are accredited by industry, so the qualifications you earn will be recognised and highly sought-after when you graduate.

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