Pathways to Medicine for International Students

High performing secondary school students can apply for entry to the Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Doctor of Medicine (Assured Pathway) on our Sydney Campus or Fremantle Campus at the same time. Successful applicants will secure a place in the Doctor of Medicine (MD) upon completion of the Bachelor of Biomedical Science.

International admission requirements for the Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Doctor of Medicine (Assured Pathway) include:

• Meeting of the minimum academic entry requirements of 92 ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) or equivalent (see table)
• Meeting of minimum English proficiency requirements
• Successful completion of University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT ANZ) or International Student Admissions Test (ISAT) which will be ranked to determine interview
• Students in the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Assured Pathway) must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 each semester during the completion of their degree.

To be eligible for the Assured Pathway, applicants must not have commenced tertiary studies, including a university degree or vocational training at diploma level. Applicants who have already commenced tertiary studies may apply for Graduate Entry into the Doctor of Medicine, during or after completion of their bachelor’s degree.

International school leaver applicants wishing to apply for the Assured Pathway to the MD via undergraduate Biomedical Science require a minimum ATAR of 92 (or equivalent). Applicants who have completed studies other than ATAR will have their final results converted as per the table below.

Minimum ATAR equivalency table

Please note – ATAR-equivalent admission scores listed for non-Australian qualifications are indicative and subject to changes in assessment schedules used to convert scores. Qualification or other programs not listed can be considered on an individual basis.
* Overall grades in best 4 subjects. Different examination, graduation and subject requirement may apply for each of the provinces.
** The Diploma must include 4 core and at least 2 elective subject.

Each year, a number of places are available for international students in Notre Dame University’s Doctor of Medicine on both our Perth and Sydney Campuses. International applicants will be selected for admission based on the following criteria:

• A Bachelor’s degree that has been recognised as equivalent to an Australian Bachelor’s degree, AQF Level 7 and which has been taught and assessed in English within the last 10 years, or to be in the final year of an eligible Bachelor’s degree.
• An overall weighted Grade Point Average of 5.2 or higher on a 7 point scale, calculated from the applicant’s most recent three years of undergraduate study.
• Unweighted GAMSAT Score of at least 50 (in all sections and overall) or overall MCAT score of at least 500.
• The School of Medicine uses a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format, these interviews will be conducted online. For the online version of the MMI, you will be asked several separate interview questions. The interview will be recorded with the use of an online interviewing software tool, Modern Hire.

International applicants can apply directly to the University.

Application process:

1. Submit your application
   You can apply directly to The University of Notre Dame Australia. Alternatively, you can apply via one of the University’s authorised education agents in your country.
2. Receive an offer
   Offers are made on a rolling basis. You will be notified of an offer via email along with your first semester invoice and other important information on accepting your offer, and moving to Australia.
3. Accept your offer
   If you receive an offer from the University, you can choose to accept, defer or reject the offer. You do this by completing the ‘Conditions of Offer & Acceptance Form’ provided in the offer email accompanied by your invoice payment. Please call or email the International Office on +61 8 9433 0873 or international@nd.edu.au if you have any questions regarding your offer.
4. Enrol
   Once the International Office has received your indicative invoice payment, you will receive an electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) which you will use to apply for your student visa (if applicable). The International Office will then get in touch with you to organise your enrolment, including preparing your move to Australia.
5. Orientation
   Orientation Week is a fun, festival-like event and is an opportunity to meet fellow students and get involved in student life at the University. Orientation Week is compulsory for international students studying on campus in Australia, as it provides you with important information which will help set you up for success during your studies at the University.

For general information about applying to The University of Notre Dame Australia, please see our International how to apply page.

Applying via an agent?

Notre Dame enlists the help of selected registered education agents who can assist you with your application process free of charge. To apply to the University through one of our registered agents you can contact them directly via our list of official agents.

The Doctor of Medicine, Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Bachelor of Advanced Biomedical Science (Honours) are all offered to international students on a full-fee paying basis. Please see International student fees for information about fees involved.

Additional incidental fees may be incurred during your studies, including for textbooks, stationery etc., for more information on incidental fees for individual courses within your degree can be found on Other costs.

If you are from Lebanon studying Doctor of Medicine you may be eligible for the Dr Aniss Chami Scholarship.

International students can be considered for a Priority pathway. Students looking for this pathway are encouraged to contact the University.

Early Offers are not available to international students.

There are no subject prerequisites for admission to the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Assured Pathway) into the Doctor of Medicine. However, students should consider taking subjects in Science and Mathematics.

International students in the Assured Pathway program will commence a three-year Bachelor of Biomedical Science or a four-year Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Honours) degree followed by a four-year Doctor of Medicine (MD) program.

Although the Assured Pathway program does not offer a double undergraduate degree option, the undergraduate degree in Biomedical Science ensures students are equipped with the necessary foundation of skills and knowledge, becoming better prepared for their studies in the Doctor of Medicine.

There may be opportunities for Doctor of Medicine (MD) students to complete their Year 3 or Year 4 elective placement at any approved location worldwide.