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AustraliaMelbourne, Australia

University of Melbourne

GMC Recognised

Melbourne Medical School at the University of Melbourne is Australia's highest-ranked medical school, offering a research-intensive graduate MD. UK applicants are attracted by Melbourne's renowned clinical network and vibrant lifestyle.

Annual Tuition

£39,000/year

Scholarships Available
Duration4 years (post-grad)
LanguageEnglish
IntakeFebruary
Programmes8
RegionAustralia & NZ
LocationMelbourne
University of Melbourne campus
University of Melbourne campus 2
University of Melbourne campus 3

Did You Know?

Australia's #1 ranked medical school (QS World Rankings)
Parkville biomedical precinct houses 10,000+ researchers
Alumni include multiple Nobel Prize laureates
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is Australia's only dedicated cancer hospital
Melbourne tops global liveability indices consistently

About University of Melbourne

The University of Melbourne's Melbourne Medical School consistently ranks as Australia's number one and sits within the global top 15 for clinical and health sciences (QS World University Rankings). The four-year graduate-entry Doctor of Medicine adopts the innovative Melbourne Curriculum, integrating biomedical sciences, clinical reasoning, and professional development from the very first week. Students rotate through Royal Melbourne Hospital, St Vincent's Hospital, The Royal Women's Hospital, and the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre — collectively one of the largest teaching hospital networks in the Southern Hemisphere.

Research is embedded throughout the degree, with opportunities in the Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity, the Florey Institute of Neuroscience, and the Melbourne Brain Centre. For UK students, the GMC-recognised qualification provides a seamless pathway back to NHS Foundation Programme training. Melbourne's Parkville biomedical precinct houses over 10,000 researchers within walking distance of campus, creating unmatched interdisciplinary collaboration.

Graduate employment rates exceed 96% within twelve months, and alumni include Nobel laureates and leaders across global health organisations. The city itself regularly tops global liveability indices, offering exceptional food, culture, and sport.

Programmes Offered

Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
Master of Biomedical Science
Master of Public Health
Bachelor of Biomedicine
Master of Nursing Science
Master of Clinical Pharmacy
Master of Genetic Counselling

Key Highlights

Australia's #1 medical school

Graduate MD programme

Extensive hospital network

Melbourne Curriculum model

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

GAMSAT, undergraduate degree, MMI interview

Student Accommodation

University colleges on-campus; private student housing widely available

Scholarships Available

University of Melbourne offers scholarship opportunities for international students. Contact Medicine Clearing to learn about current funding options for your intake year.

University of Melbourne vs UK Medical Schools

FactorUniversity of MelbourneUK Medical Schools
Tuition (Annual)£39,000/year£9,250/year
Duration4 years (post-grad)5 years
UCAT RequiredYes / EquivalentYes (33 schools)
Teaching LanguageEnglishEnglish
Acceptance RateHigher — focused entrance criteria~8% average
GMC PathwayPLAB/UKMLA → Full RegistrationDirect Registration
Gap Year RiskNone — rolling admissionsHigh — 12-month UCAS cycle
NHS EligibilityYes — after UKMLAYes — direct

Application Timeline — University of Melbourne

StepPhaseTimeframe
1Free Strategy ConsultationWeek 1
2Eligibility Assessment & University MatchWeek 1
3Document Preparation & Personal StatementWeeks 1-2
4Application Submission to University of MelbourneWeeks 2-3
5Entrance Exam / Interview PreparationWeeks 3-4
6Offer ConfirmationWeeks 4-5
7Visa Processing & AccommodationWeeks 5-7
8Pre-departure Briefing & Arrival SupportWeeks 7-8

Quick Reference — University of Melbourne

Duration4 years (post-grad)
Tuition£39,000/year
GMC StatusRecognised
LanguageEnglish
IntakeFebruary
UCATRequired

Frequently Asked Questions — University of Melbourne

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