Bachelor of Clinical Science (Medicine) / Doctor of Medicine

• Tertiary Education: Applicants who have attempted a Bachelor (AQF 7) or higher qualification can be assessed on either their GPA (minimum of 4 subjects or one semester equivalent full-time) or ATAR , whichever is higher. Applicants who have attempted more than one tertiary qualification, will be assessed based on the qualification with the highest GPA. Applicants who have completed a Bachelor (AQF 7), or higher, will not be considered based on their ATAR or equivalent secondary qualification.
• English Language Proficiency: Requirements for international applicants: Criteria 1 – English Language Applicants must meet the minimum English Language Entry Requirements https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/international/home/apply/admissions/entry_requirements
• Additional Selection Criteria (ie, to cover interviews, auditions, portfolios): Requirements for Domestic students Aptitude Test Applicants must sit the allocated aptitude test. The level of achievement the University requires will vary each year, determined by the performance of all applicants competing for a place in the MD program and will not be disclosed. Interview The interview will take the format of a Multi-station Mini Interview (MMI). Applicants invited to interview are asked a series of questions; each question is asked by a separate interviewer in a separate interview station. Interview places are reserved for Western Sydney and Rural background applicants. Requirements for International students : Aptitude test Applicant must submit an ISAT score of 160* with a minimum score of 50% in each section. The International Student Admission Test (ISAT) is a general aptitude test which measures critical reasoning and quantitative reasoning. It is a 3-hour test which is delivered at test centres around the world. Testing is available in pre-determined test cycles. For further information about ISAT, to locate a test centre and to register for the test, visit the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) Opens in new window website. No deferrals will be accepted for this program. Interview Panel Interview: International Admissions will schedule interviews for applicants who meet the eligibility criteria above, based on agreed timings with the School. Interview format: - International UAC applicants will be interviewed after ATAR results are released in December, to be eligible to receive offer letters in the first January offer round. - The interview panel will consist of staff members from the School of Medicine. - On completion of interviews, panel members will review each applicant and decide if an offer is to be made or declined. - Borderline (non-International UAC) applicants will be placed on a waitlist and will be reviewed in October if quota places are not filled for that intake.
• Secondary Education: Requirements for Domestic students : Academic Rank Non-Greater Western Sydney applicants - ATAR (or equivalent) of 95.5 Equivalency: IB 39 or higher; OP1 to 3; GCE of A, A, A* or higher (3 or less A2 subjects) 1 semester or more but less than 1 year undergraduate (4-7 units) GPA = 6.4 1 year or more but uncompleted undergraduate (8-23 units) GPA = 6.2 3 years or more but uncompleted undergraduate (24 units or more) GPA = 5.5 Completed undergraduate degree GPA = 5.5 Completed undergraduate with Honours degree (Class I and Class II) = no minimum GPA required Completed Graduate Certificate = 6.5 Completed Graduate Diploma = 6.2 Completed Coursework Masters = 5.4 Completed Research Masters = no minimum GPA required Greater Western Sydney applicants - ATAR (or equivalent) of 93.5 Equivalency: IB 37 or higher; OP 1 to 4, GCE of A, A, A* or higher (3 or less A2 subjects) 1 semester or more but less than 1 year undergraduate (4-7 units) GPA = 6.1 1 year or more but uncompleted undergraduate (8-23 units) GPA = 5.9 3 years or more but uncompleted undergraduate (24 units or more) GPA = 5.2 Completed undergraduate degree GPA = 5.2 Completed undergraduate with Honours degree (Class 1 and Class II) = no minimum GPA required Completed Graduate Certificate = 6.0 Completed Graduate Diploma = 5.7 Completed Coursework Masters = 4.9 Completed Research Masters = no minimum GPA required Rural Entry Admission Scheme - ATAR or equivalent of 91.5 Equivalency: IB 35 or higher; OP 1 to 4, GCE of A, A, A* or higher (3 or less A2 subjects) 1 semester or more but less than 1 year undergraduate (4-7 units) GPA = 5.8 1 year or more but uncompleted undergraduate (8-23 units) GPA = 5.6 3 years or more but uncompleted undergraduate (24 units or more) GPA = 4.9 Completed undergraduate degree GPA = 4.9 Completed undergraduate with Honours degree (Class 1 and Class II) = no minimum GPA required Completed Graduate Certificate = 5.7 Completed Graduate Diploma = 5.4 Completed Coursework Masters = 4.6 Completed Research Masters = no minimum GPA required Requirements for International student : Academic Rank Applicant must meet minimum Academic Threshold Requirements: International Applicant – Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (or equivalent) of 93.5. International Academic Requirements Equivalency: IB 37 or higher; OP 1 to 4, GCE of A A A* or higher (3 or less A2 subjects) 1 semester or more but less than 1 year undergraduate (4-7 subjects) GPA = 6.1 1 year or more but uncompleted undergraduate (8-23 subjects) GPA = 5.9 3 years or more but uncompleted undergraduate (24 subjects or more) GPA = 5.2 Completed undergraduate degree GPA = 5.2 Completed undergraduate Honours degree = no minimum GPA required Completed Graduate Certificate = 6.0 Completed Graduate Diploma = 5.7 Completed Coursework Masters = 4.9 Completed Research Masters = no minimum GPA required The Grade Point Averages (GPA) indicated are on a 7 scale. If your GPA is calculated on a 4 scale, simply multiply your GPA by 1.75. This is a guide for domestic applicants only and the University reserves the right to ascertain your equivalent score. These criteria are reviewed annually, and the criteria published on 1 October each year will apply to your application.

As a graduate of this degree, you can look forward to a broad range of exciting career opportunities in different sectors and industries. Below are some examples of the possible careers you can pursue with this degree:

• Medical Practice (General or Specialised Doctor)
• Medical Administration
• Medical Research
• Medical Teaching