Doctor Of Medicine And Surgery

The Australian National University

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Doctoral Degrees

Qualification

4 Years

Course duration

1/31/2026

Start Date

US$59397

Fee

Description
Requierments
Study options
Scholarships

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 OutcomesAs 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.

For international students

Applicants must have completed or be studying the final year of an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree or AQF Level 8 Bachelor Honours Degree. Admission is based on: Weighted GPA as approved by the School of Medicine and Psychology (25%); GAMSAT score (25%) and; Interview (50%) The minimum Weighted GPA for interview consideration is 5.6. An overall score of 55 with at least 50 in each of the three sections of the GAMSAT. Postgraduate study may be considered as part of admission when ranking applicants for interview. English Language Requirements IELTS Academic [excluding One Skill Retake and IELTS Online] - Overall score of 7.0 overall with minimum 6.0 in each band. TOEFL iBT Paper Edition and TOEFL iBT [excluding Paper Edition and Home Edition] - Overall score of 100 (Reading - 22; Writing - 22; Listening - 22; Speaking - 22). Cambridge C1 Advanced - Overall score of 185 minimum 169 in each band. PTE Academic [excluding PTE Academic Online] - Overall score of 70 minimum 60 in each band.

4 Years - Full time

Fee

A$90,130.00 (US$ 59,397) per yearAccommodation (per week) - AUD 288 (sharing) - AUD 500 (not sharing). Please check with institution

Start Date

1/31/2026

Address

Acton Campus, The Australian National University, CANBERRA, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, 2601, CANBERRA, Australia

Fenner Merit Scholarship in Medical Sciences

Value of scholarship

A$7,000.00 (US$ 4,649) a year

How to applay

There is no separate application process. Applicants for the JCSMR PhD program will automatically be considered for a Fenner Merit supplementary award.

Requierments

To be awarded a Fenner Merit Scholarship, must be: an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident of Australia or international student of high calibre; enrolled in a PhD program at JCSMR; and in receipt of a base/primary stipend scholarship.

Who can applay

All international

Doherty Scholarship

Value of scholarship

A$27,596.00 (US$ 18,327) a year

How to applay

For further information, please contact the university website.

Requierments

Students of high calibre with clinical qualifications. Preference given to Australian or New Zealand Citizens and Permanent Residents of Australia however International students will also be considered.

About

Ranked as Australia’s number one university, and number 20 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2017-18), the Australian National University (ANU) is recognised worldwide for its high teaching standards and outstanding research quality.
With small class sizes and a high staff-to-student ratio, ANU students enjoy unparalleled access to their tutors and lecturers, who are world leaders in their fields. Students can choose from a wide variety of degree options; all designed so they can tailor their studies to suit their strengths, passions, and career options.
Coming in at number one in Australia and at 21 worldwide for graduate employability (Global University Employability Ranking 2017), ANU students stand out to employers. And it is no surprise that ANU ranks so highly; the University takes great pride in making sure its students are job-ready when they graduate, and encourages them to make the most of its industry contacts by getting involved with work experience and internship opportunities.
A member of the prestigious International Alliance of Research Universities, ANU stands alongside institutions like Oxford, Cambridge and Yale. A huge 95 per cent of research that takes place at ANU is recognised as above or well above world standard, positioning the University to take on the challenges facing the world today and into the future, with the aim to change society for the better.
Famed for its inclusive campus, ANU (CRICOS Provider Number 00120C) is number one in Australia and number seven in the world for its international outlook, meaning that its 7,000+ overseas students feel welcome throughout their stay.

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