About the course
The Doctor of Medicine and Surgery, Medicinae ac Chirurgiae Doctoranda, (MChD) is an AQF Level 9 Extended qualification, enabling pre-registration as a junior doctor. It aims to produce graduates who are committed to compassionate, ethical health care and the expansion of medical knowledge. The MChD is underpinned by four themes. Medical sciences covers a vast scope of ever changing and expanding knowledge that forms the basis of modern medicine. Clinical skills ensures the acquisition of knowledge is accompanied by communication skills, the ability to examine patients and critically appraise information. Population health addresses the relationship between humans, their society and environment. Professionalism and leadership develops these vital skills of a good doctor.The curriculum is built on important frameworks that explore the social foundations of medicine, develop understanding of the indigenous health context in Australia, and provide insights and experience in health care in rural and/or remote Australian settings. Consistent with the research intensive nature of ANU, our program also develops the research skills of our students and provides opportunity for high achieving students to pursue a concurrent research focused degree.
Learning Outcomes
As a graduate of our MChD program you will be prepared to work safely and effectively as an intern delivering quality care as a member of the health professional team in hospital, general practice and rural settings, conversant with issues in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander’s health and wellbeing, and with an understanding of the social foundations of medicine. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships
Start dates and prices
Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.
Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: Not available
Intake |
Location |
Semester 1 (February), 2024 |
Canberra |
Semester 2 (July), 2024 |
Canberra |
Open intake available throughout 2024 |
Canberra |
Semester 1 (February), 2025 |
Canberra |
Semester 2 (July), 2025 |
Canberra |
Open intake available throughout 2025 |
Canberra |
Semester 1 (February), 2026 |
Canberra |
Semester 2 (July), 2026 |
Canberra |
Open intake available throughout 2026 |
Canberra |
How to apply
Entry requirements for The Australian National University
Applicants must have completed or be studying the final year of a Bachelor Degree. The Bachelor degree must be an AQF Level 7 qualification, at a minimum.
Admission is based on:
Weighted Grade Point Average (GPA) (25%),
GAMSAT score (25%) and,
Interview (50%)
The minimum weighted GPA for interview consideration is 5.6.
Academic IELTS - An overall score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component of the test.
TOEFL PBT - A score of 570 with a TWE score of 4.5
TOEFL iBT - An overall score of 80, with a minimum of 20 in Reading and Writing and 18 in Speaking and Listening.
English language requirements
7.0
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TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0
Application deadline:
This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.
Further information
Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at The Australian National University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.
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