Charles Darwin University
Bachelor of Clinical Science Medicine/Doctor of Medicine (SMED01)
Education and Community Precinct, Northern Territory, Australia
Level
Associate
Duration
5 years full-time
Campus
Casuarina Campus (NT)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
2027-03-01
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Course Overview
Bachelor of Clinical Science Medicine/Doctor of Medicine (SMED01) at Charles Darwin University in Education and Community Precinct, Northern Territory, Australia is a associate programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
12,672
Staff Ratio
17.0:1
International
29.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
85.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£33,180
First-year earnings
City & Location
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Bachelor of Clinical Science Medicine/Doctor of Medicine (SMED01)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Bachelor of Clinical Science Medicine/Doctor of Medicine (SMED01) topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Bachelor of Clinical Science Medicine/Doctor of Medicine (SMED01)
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Recent secondary Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), Northern Territory Certificate of Education (NTCET) or equivalent recent year 12 qualification (including the International Baccalaureate Diploma), and achieve a competitive selection rank.
- Higher Ed Completed or partially completed a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
12,672
Total students
Staff Ratio
17:1
Students per staff
International Students
29%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.5/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
85%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£33,180
Average first-year salary
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
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