The five-year Bachelor of Medical Science degree and Doctor of Medicine – Joint Medical Program (JMP) is offered by the University of Newcastle in partnership with the University of New England.
About the Program
Award Title
Bachelor of Medical Science / Doctor of Medicine (JMP)
Length of Program
5 years full time
Intake
February/March 2025
Application Deadline
August 30 TBC
# of Seats Available
Approximately 24 International Seats
School Locations
- Newcastle, New South Wales (pop. 546,800)
- Central Coast, New South Wales (pop. 300,000)
Program:
Medicine
Degree:
Undergraduate
Faculty:
Health Sciences
Country:
Australia
At a Glance
Entry Requirements
Professional Recognition
At a Glance
The JMP at the University of Newcastle is a unique partnerships with the University of New England supported by local NSW health districts. This allows for greater access to electronic resources, library facilities, tutors and clinical experiences. You’ll get experience in metropolitan, regional and rural regions, thus allowing you to practice anywhere in Australia.
During the JMP degree, you’ll have access to excellent technology which includes simulated medical learning environments, ensuring you are equipped to for clinical placements. Learning style is self-directed and problem based, in small groups – learning by experience. Opportunities to gain further experience abroad are also available as are local community health projects you can become involved in.
Entry Requirements
Applications for 2024 intake are closed. Please contact KOM for to apply to Newcastle Medicine for 2025 intake
2024 Entry Requirements
- Have completed or be in final year of High School
- Minimum high school gpa 87% OSSD
- University degree (minimum 1 year required) eligible to apply. Minimum GPA suggested 80% (higher to be competitive). No credit for completed university study (entry into year 1 mandatory)
- Assessment on most recent qualification
- Applicants must sit the UCAT ANZ test
- Interview is required. Invites based on UCAT score
- Meeting minimum entry requirements does not guarantee an offer
Professional Recognition
The University of Newcastle Bachelor of Medical Science/Doctor of Medicine (JMP) program is accredited with the Australian Medical Council, with registration through the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
In Canada, provincial and territorial medical regulatory authorities have the responsibility to confer licenses to physicians. The Medical Council of Canada plays an important role in the assessment of potential physicians in Canada. This assessment includes national qualifying examinations and satisfactory completion of acceptable postgraduate training. It is the responsibility of the medical school graduate to contact the provincial body for regulations and requirements.
KOM Consultants understands the process and requirements needed to enter the medical profession in Canada. Contact KOM Consultants for more information.
All students applying directly through KOM Consultants will be supported with the latest information on the accreditation process.
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