Student requirements

Documents

  • Police Check: Australian police checks must be obtained from an Australian State of Territory Police Force, the AFP or an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC) accredited body only. The printable digital National Police Clearance Certificate (NPC) must be not older than 3 months as of November 2026. International students, or domestic students that after the age of 16 have resided continuously in any single country other than Australia for 12 months or more, are required to provide an International Police Check, which can be obtained via Fit2Work)
  • Working With Children Check: All medical students will be required to have a valid WWC card during their MD program. Cards are issued by State authorities, therefore cards from different states are not accepted. If you already have a valid WWC card for the state where you will be studying, you are NOT required to obtain a new one. Information for obtaining WWCC will be given during orientation.
  • First Aid Certificate: Incoming students must complete a first aid certificate (HLTAID009 and HLTAID011) from any reputable provider. This is required to all students, regardless of the graduate degree and needs to be valid until the end of 2028.

Immunisation Records

A compulsory component of the Doctor of Medicine is attendance at various clinical site visits and clinical placements. Before students are permitted to attend, they must first demonstrate minimum immunisation standards to ensure their own and the public’s safety during visits. Please familiarise yourself with Western Australia and New South Wales immunisation requirements for health care professionals. International students should bring all vaccination records from their home countries and get them validated and added to their Australian Immunisation Register (AIR).

Having your own computer

It is important that all students have a personal laptop (not tablets or iPads) with a camera and microphone. As several teaching and learning activities, resources, and assessments are online or computer-based, including exams.

It is critical that your laptop can provide at least four hours of continual usage (including power bank), as power outlets may not be available in all locations or situations.

Please see minimal computer requirements for additional information.

Student Equipment

The School advises that you should purchase or obtain the following items as you will use them almost every week in first and second year (and continue using them into your clinical years):

Stethoscope (no specifications)

Laboratory coat and clear goggles for the Basic & Clinical Science practical classes (available from: https://theschoollocker.com.au/universities/university-of-notre-dame/medical)

Organise funding, accommodation and transport

Please ensure your accommodation and transport have been sorted out well ahead of time because you will not have time to organise these matters once the academic year has started.

There are several scholarships available to support medical students. The University provides guidance on accommodation and offers dedicated resources for incoming international students. The Notre Dame medical students' associations (MSAND in Fremantle and Broome, and MANDUS in Sydney, see their details below) also have information useful information to share with incoming students relocating interstate or internationally.

English language requirements

Please refer to AHPRA and the University's requirements for English language skills.

Inherent Requirements to the MD program

The University of Notre Dame Australia supports the national framework outlined in the MDANZ Inclusive Medical Education, prioritising the wellbeing of all our medical students and fostering an inclusive learning environment. Students who are enrolling into the Doctor of Medicine should carefully read the Inherent Requirement statements outlined in the program requirements. These statements outline the cognitive, behavioural, sensory and physical capabilities expected of students within the Doctor of Medicine, as well as the possible adjustments that may be available for individual competencies.

Any students who have concerns as to whether they are able to fulfil the competencies outlined in the Inherent Requirements are advised to reach out to the Access and Inclusion team to discuss their situation. Please be aware that students are under no obligation to disclose disabilities as part of their application and any discussions with the Access and Inclusion team remain confidential.