Course Overview

Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine at Monash University in Parkville, Victoria, Australia is a bachelor (honours) 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

93,159

Staff Ratio

14.0:1

International

45.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate

76.0%

of graduates employed

Avg Starting Salary

£42,660

First-year earnings

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition

Fee not confirmed

Check the university's official fee page Official fee page

Home Tuition

A$14,046

per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

Year 1

Foundations of Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine
Academic and Research Skills
Quantitative Methods
Introduction to Theory and Practice
Optional language or breadth module.

Year 2

Intermediate Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine topics
Applied Methods and Tools
Group Project
Two optional pathway modules
Career and Industry Insights.

Year 3

Advanced Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine
Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
Employability and Professional Development.

Entry Requirements

Subjects

Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) Applicants to course codes ending in '1' must have completed the University Clinical Aptitude Test for Australia and New Zealand (UCAT ANZ). Applicants to course codes ending in '3' must complete the ISAT . International applicants expecting to change to Australian permanent residency prior to January 2027 must also complete UCAT. International Student Admissions Test (ISAT) International applicants to course codes ending in '3' must complete the ISAT . International applicants expecting to change to Australian permanent residency prior to January 2027 must also complete UCAT . Interview Only some domestic applicants will be shortlisted for interview. Interview dates and further information is available on the important dates webpage. You must be available to attend on the relevant dates, or you will not be eligible for a place in the course. The Monash Indigenous Entry Scheme applicants will be notified of interview dates. International applicants will be shortlisted for interview in November. Interview dates and further information is available on the important dates webpage Dean's Rural List and the Monash Indigenous Entry Scheme Information about these two options to boost your entry into the Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (MD) - Direct Entry can be found here: Dean's Rural List Monash Indigenous Entry Scheme Equity schemes (SEAS) adjustments International Fee Paying applicants who are in Australia and have made an application for a protection visa (TPV, SHEV or BVE) are eligible for SEAS consideration. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Monash University Equity schemes information and the Monash University website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) Applicants to course codes ending in '1' must have completed the University Clinical Aptitude Test for Australia and New Zealand (UCAT ANZ). Applicants to course codes ending in '3' must complete the ISAT . International applicants expecting to change to Australian permanent residency prior to January 2027 must also complete UCAT. Interview Only some domestic applicants will be shortlisted for interview. Interview dates and further information is available on the important dates webpage. You must be available to attend on the relevant dates, or you will not be eligible for a place in the course. The Monash Indigenous Entry Scheme applicants will be notified of interview dates. International applicants will be shortlisted for interview in November. Interview dates and further information is available on the important dates webpage Dean's Rural List and the Monash Indigenous Entry Scheme Information about these two options to boost your entry into the Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (MD) - Direct Entry can be found here: Dean's Rural List Monash Indigenous Entry Scheme Admission criteria for recent secondary graduates 2024 and 2025 Secondary graduates prior to 2025 are not eligible to apply for this course. Equity schemes (SEAS) adjustments International Fee Paying applicants who are in Australia and have made an application for a protection visa (TPV, SHEV or BVE) are eligible for SEAS consideration. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes. Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Monash University Equity schemes information and the Monash University website | Current Year 12 graduates First aid certificate It is highly recommended that students hold or attain a current registered Level 2, Provide First Aid or Senior First Aid Certificate by the end of the first semester of the course. Mandatory Compliance Students must satisfy the mandatory compliance requirements specified by the Faculty: Immunisation Working with Children Check Police Check Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Mandatory compliance Failure to complete these requirements may result in students being unable to complete this course. Inherent requirements To complete your degree, you will need to demonstrate that you have the abilities, knowledge, and skills to achieve specific core learning outcomes, these are called inherent requirements . Recent Year 12 graduates First aid certificate It is highly recommended that students hold or attain a current registered Level 2, Provide First Aid or Senior First Aid Certificate by the end of the first semester of the course. Mandatory Compliance Students must satisfy the mandatory compliance requirements specified by the Faculty: Immunisation Working with Children Check Police Check Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Mandatory compliance Failure to complete these requirements may result in students being unable to complete this course. Inherent requirements To complete your degree, you will need to demonstrate that you have the abilities, knowledge, and skills to achieve specific core learning outcomes, these are called inherent requirements . Applicants with Higher Education study First aid certificate It is highly recommended that students hold or attain a current registered Level 2, Provide First Aid or Senior First Aid Certificate by the end of the first semester of the course. Mandatory Compliance Students must satisfy the mandatory compliance requirements specified by the Faculty: Immunisation Working with Children Check Police Check Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Mandatory compliance Failure to complete these requirements may result in students being unable to complete this course. Inherent requirements To complete your degree, you will need to demonstrate that you have the abilities, knowledge, and skills to achieve specific core learning outcomes, these are called inherent requirements . Applicants with VET study First aid certificate It is highly recommended that students hold or attain a current registered Level 2, Provide First Aid or Senior First Aid Certificate by the end of the first semester of the course. Mandatory Compliance Students must satisfy the mandatory compliance requirements specified by the Faculty: Immunisation Working with Children Check Police Check Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Mandatory compliance Failure to complete these requirements may result in students being unable to complete this course. Inherent requirements To complete your degree, you will need to demonstrate that you have the abilities, knowledge, and skills to achieve specific core learning outcomes, these are called inherent requirements . Applicants with work and life experience First aid certificate It is highly recommended that students hold or attain a current registered Level 2, Provide First Aid or Senior First Aid Certificate by the end of the first semester of the course. Mandatory Compliance Students must satisfy the mandatory compliance requirements specified by the Faculty: Immunisation Working with Children Check Police Check Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Mandatory compliance Failure to complete these requirements may result in students being unable to complete this course. Inherent requirements To complete your degree, you will need to demonstrate that you have the abilities, knowledge, and skills to achieve specific core learning outcomes, these are called inherent requirements . | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 35 in English as an Additional Language or at least 30 in English other than EAL
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in Chemistry.

Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

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

93,159

Total students

Staff Ratio

14:1

Students per staff

International Students

45%

Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Climate (indicative)

Four seasons

Safety Index (indicative)

7.5/10

Transport

Good (close to station or regional airport)

Social Scene

Friendly community | Global / diverse | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks

University Stats

Total Students93,159

Student-to-Staff Ratio14:1

International Students45%

Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment

76%

Employed after graduation