--- title: "ATAR, UCAT, Interview, Casper, and Psychometric Requirements - NIE: Medical Admissions Preparation" description: "ATAR, UCAT, Interview, Casper, and Psychometric Requirements for Undergraduate Medical and Dental Entry at Australian and New Zealand universities." url: "https://www.nie.edu.au/about-ucat/atar-and-medicine" date: "2026-07-31T06:12:27+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- # Undergraduate Medical and Dental Entry at Australian and New Zealand Universities # ATAR, UCAT, Interview, Casper, and Psychometric Requirements Subscribe to NIE News & Updates UCAT, interviews, Casper, GAMSAT, university applications, programs and upcoming events ## Stay Ahead on Your Medical or Dental Entry Journey Receive important updates about UCAT, medical interviews, Casper, GAMSAT, university applications, Future Doctors Australia programs, health career pathways, workshops and upcoming NIE events. All fields are required. Student or parent name Email address Which state or location are you from? Please select your state or location Please leave this field empty I agree to receive newsletters, updates and information from NIE about UCAT, medical and dental entry, interviews, Casper, GAMSAT, university applications, Future Doctors Australia programs, workshops and related opportunities. I understand that I may unsubscribe at any time. Your details will be used to send you NIE newsletters, relevant medical and dental entry information, program updates and upcoming event announcements. You may unsubscribe at any time. The table below is designed to assist domestic Year 12 school leavers by listing universities that offer undergraduate degrees or pathways into medicine and dentistry. Some universities focus mainly on graduate-entry pathways and are not listed here. Besides ATAR/IB, entry may include the UCAT, interview/MMI, CASPer, a written assessment, or a psychometric test. Check each university site for Indigenous and rural pathway criteria. For the most accurate and up-to-date information—or if you are an international student seeking medical or dental entry in Australia or New Zealand—please consult university websites directly. **Disclaimer**: The National Institute of Education's primary mission is to provide information, advice, and educational and training services to assist clients on their journey into Australian and New Zealand universities. We regularly review the admission processes for medical, dental, and health careers courses; however, universities reserve the right to change their admission criteria without notice. For detailed and the most current admission guides, please visit the respective university’s websites. *Last updated: 12 July 2026* [QLD](#qld "Queensland") • [NSW](#nsw "New South Wales") • [VIC](#vic "Victoria") • [WA](#wa "Western Australia") • [SA](#sa "South Australia") • [TAS](#tas "Tasmania") • [NT](#nt "Northern Territory") • [NZ](#nz "New Zealand") | University | Title of Qualification | ATAR / IB (guide) | UCAT | Interview | Prerequisite Subjects | Direct Path | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Queensland (QLD) | | Bond University (QLD) [Medicine…](https://bond.edu.au/program/medical-program) | MBBS pathway: **Bachelor of Medical Studies + Doctor of Medicine (MD)** | ATAR ~96+ • IB ~38+ (competitive) GPA 6+ (applicable streams) | No UCAT. **Psychometric test** used for interview selection. | **Yes** — MMI (online). Interview offers determined by psychometric test performance. | English (any level) | **Yes** — ~4y 8m total | | Central Queensland University (QLD) [Medicine…](https://www.cqu.edu.au/courses/700125/bachelor-of-medical-science-pathway-to-medicine#ScCoursePageRequirements) | **Bachelor of Medical Science (CQU)** → UQ **MD** (Pathway) | ATAR 95+ (competitive) | **Yes** — used for ranking to interview | **Yes** — interviews late Nov (typical) | Yr 12 English, Maths Methods, and one of Biology/Chem/Physics | **Yes** — Double degree pathway (~7y) | | Griffith University (QLD) [Medicine…](https://www.griffith.edu.au/study/health/medicine?location=dom) \| [Dentistry…](https://www.griffith.edu.au/study/degrees/bachelor-of-dental-health-science-1577) | **Medicine:** Bachelor of Medical Science → MD (~80 places) **Dentistry:** B Dental Health Science + M Dentistry (~40 places) | **Med:** Direct-entry ATAR ~99.80+ (very competitive) **Dent:** Competitive (not always published) | **Med:** UCAT *optional* but advantageous for ranking. **Dent:** UCAT required. | **Med:** No interview for BMedSci pathway. **Dent:** **Yes** — Online MMI (late Nov typical). | English for both. Assumed: English + one of Chem/Bio/Maths Methods. | **Yes** — 6y Med; 5y Dent. | | James Cook University (QLD) [Medicine…](https://www.jcu.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-medicine,-bachelor-of-surgery) \| [Dentistry…](https://www.jcu.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-dental-surgery) | **MBBS** (~170 places) **B Dental Surgery** (~90 places) | **Med:** ATAR ~95+ (competitive) | **No UCAT/GAMSAT**. Written application crucial. | **Med only:** interviews (Round 1 late Nov; Round 2 early Jan typical). | English, Maths Methods, Chemistry. *Recommended:* Biology. | **Yes** — 6y Med; 5y Dent. | | The University of Queensland (QLD) [Medicine…](https://study.uq.edu.au/study-options/programs/doctor-medicine-5740) \| [Dentistry…](https://future-students.uq.edu.au/study/programs/bachelor-dental-science-honours-2367) | **Medicine:** Provisional entry to MD (~140 places) **Dentistry:** B Dental Science (Hons) (~40 places) | Med & Dent: 95 | **Yes** — used for both med & dent (~25% weighting; SJT/VR may contribute). | **Med:** **Yes** — MMI (~50% weighting). Invites after mid-Nov (typical). **Dent:** Interview requirements vary (check annual guide). | **Med:** Yr 12 English. **Dent:** English + Chemistry; *Recommended:* Biology. | **Yes** — 7y Med; 5y Dent. | | University of Southern Queensland (QLD) [Medicine…](https://www.unisq.edu.au/study/degrees-and-courses/bachelor-of-biomedical-sciences-medicine-pathway#requirements) | **B Biomedical Sciences (Medicine Pathway → UQ MD)** | ATAR 95+ | **Yes** — med pathway selection (~25%) | **Yes** — MMI (~50%). Late Nov typical. | Yr 12 English; Yr 12 Maths (any). | **Yes** — double-degree pathway (~7y) | | New South Wales (NSW) | | Charles Sturt University (NSW) [Medicine…](https://study.csu.edu.au/courses/bachelor-clinical-science-medicine-doctor-medicine) \| [Dentistry…](https://study.csu.edu.au/courses/bachelor-dental-science) | **Med:** B Clinical Science (Medicine) / MD (JMP with WSU) — 5y **Dent:** B Dental Science — 5y | **Med:** ATAR competitive; guides ~95+. **Dent:** Competitive. | **Med:** UCAT required (used to rank for interview). **Dent:** UCAT generally required (First Nations exceptions apply). | **Med:** **Yes** — MMI/MSI (Nov). **Dent:** **Yes** — Panel (late Nov/early Dec). | Check CSU handbook; strong sciences recommended. | **Yes** — 5y Med or Dent. | | University of New South Wales (NSW) [Medicine…](https://med.unsw.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-medical-studiesdoctor-medicine) | **B Medical Studies / Doctor of Medicine (MD)** (~197 places) | ATAR ~96+ (general) • ~91+ (rural) • IB ~38+ | **Yes** — UCAT used alongside ATAR/IB. | **Yes** — timed **panel** interviews (face-to-face). Typical rounds: Rural (Nov), Non-rural (mid-Dec), Interstate (early Jan), NZ/late ATAR (Jan). | Assumed English; *Recommended:* Chemistry. | **Yes** — 6y | | University of Newcastle & UNE — Joint Medical Program (NSW) [Medicine…](https://www.newcastle.edu.au/joint-medical-program) | **B Medical Science & MD (JMP)** — 5y (~170 places) | ATAR/IB competitive | **Yes** — UCAT required | **Yes** — JMP assessment: Multiple Skills Assessment (MSA) + PQA. | None specified | **Yes** — 5y | | Western Sydney University (NSW) [Medicine…](https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/future/study/how-to-apply/md-applicants.html) | **Doctor of Medicine** (w/ CSU JMP stream) | General: ~95.5+ • GWS: ~93.5 • Rural: ~91.5 • IB 38+ (35+ rural) | **Yes** — ~25% weighting, strong emphasis on *Verbal Reasoning*. | **Yes** — MMI + Medical Admission Questionnaire; invites late Oct; interviews late Nov (typical). | *Recommended:* Chemistry | **Yes** — 5y | | The University of Sydney (NSW) [Medicine…](https://www.sydney.edu.au/medicine-health/study-medicine-and-health/postgraduate-courses/doctor-of-medicine.html) | **Assured Pathways:** BA/BSc → MD (30 places) • DMD (up to 45 places) | **Med:** ATAR 99.95 (with adjustment factors). **Dent:** ATAR ~99.7 (with adjustments). | **No UCAT** for Sydney’s school-leaver double-degree entries. | **Yes** — Written assessment then panel discussion (for Med & Dent). | None specified | **Yes** — double-degree pathways | | Victoria (VIC) | | La Trobe University (VIC) [Dentistry…](https://www.latrobe.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-dental-science-honours) | **Rural Medical Pathway:** Double-degree (rural only). **Dentistry:** B Dental Science (Hons) | **Med (rural):** Min ATAR 80 (rural eligibility applies). **Dent:** ATAR ~99.75. | **Med (rural):** UCAT not required. **Dent:** UCAT no longer required (current guidance). | **Med:** MMI (dates TBA). **Dent:** No interview. | **Med:** English. **Dent:** English. + bonus points for Biology/Chem. | **Yes** — 7y Med; 5y Dent. | | Monash University (VIC) [Medicine…](https://www.monash.edu/medicine/som/direct-entry) | **BMedSc (Hons) + MD** — Direct entry (~237 places) | ATAR ~90+ minimum; competitive cohorts ~96+ (rural ~92+) | **Yes** — UCAT required | **Yes** — MMI via Zoom. Example rounds: Rural 26–27 Nov; VIC 2–3 Dec; combined VIC+Rural 5–6 Jan; Interstate 15 Jan; International 20 Jan (check cycle). | English (any level) & Chemistry. *Bio recommended.* | **Yes** — 5y (double-degree structure) | | Western Australia (WA) | | Curtin University (WA) [Medicine…](https://study.curtin.edu.au/offering/course-ug-bachelor-of-medicine-bachelor-of-surgery--b-mbbs/) | **MBBS** (~110 places) | ATAR ~95+ (guide) | **Yes** — UCAT (~20%). **+ CASPer** required (~35% shortlist contribution). | **Yes** — In-person MMI (online for interstate/overseas). Rounds typically in Dec/Jan by cohort. | Chemistry ATAR required. Maths/Biology desirable (not compulsory). | **Yes** — 5y | | The University of Western Australia (WA) [Medicine…](https://www.uwa.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/health-and-medical-sciences-applications/assured-pathway-md-and-dmd-domestic) \| [Dentistry…](https://www.uwa.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/health-and-medical-sciences-applications/assured-pathway-md-and-dmd-domestic) | **MD Assured Pathway** (~145 places) **DMD Assured Pathway** (~36 places) | ATAR 99 (general) • 98 (Rural/BDWY) | **Yes** — ~20% weighting (used for shortlist/rank). | **Yes** — MMI (~50% weighting), late Nov–early Dec typical. | Year 12 English. *Recommended:* Chemistry & Maths Applications (or higher). | **Yes** — 7y Med; 6–7y Dent. | | South Australia (SA) | | Adelaide University [Medicine…](https://www.adelaide.edu.au/degree-finder/bmbbs_bmbbs.html#df-acc-admission) \| [Dentistry…](https://www.adelaide.edu.au/degree-finder/bds_bds.html#df-acc-admission) \| [Oral Health…](https://www.adelaide.edu.au/degree-finder/boral_boralhlth.html#df-acc-admission) | **B Med Studies / MD** (~137+ places) **B Dental Surgery** (~38) • **B Oral Health** (~32+) | **Med:** 90+ (realistic cohorts ~96+). **Dent:** 90+ (realistic ~94+). **Oral Health:** ~70+ | **Yes** — makes up ~20% of selection; SJT considered. | **Med & Dent:** **Yes** — MMI via Zoom (~40% of total), late Nov–early Dec typical. **Oral Health:** No interview. | **Med:** One of Biology, Chemistry, or Maths Methods. **Dent:** Two of Chem/Bio/Physics/Maths Methods. | **Yes** — 6y Med; 5y Dent. | | Flinders University (SA) [Medicine…](https://www.flinders.edu.au/study/courses/bachelor-clinical-sciences-doctor-medicine) | Bachelor of Clinical Science / Doctor of Medicine *(27 places)* | ATAR 95+ Indigenous: 90+ (after adjustments) | Yes — 10% weighting (all UCAT sections) ATAR 90% weighting | No | None | **Yes** — Double degree (6 years) | | Tasmania (TAS) | | University of Tasmania (TAS) [Medicine…](https://www.utas.edu.au/courses/chm/courses/h3x-bachelor-of-medical-science-and-doctor-of-medicine#entry-requirements) | **B Medical Science + MD** (places not specified) | ATAR ~95+ | UCAT considered only to differentiate tied ATARs (SJT excluded). | **No interview** | English & Chemistry | **Yes** — 5y double-degree | | Northern Territory (NT) | | Charles Darwin University (NT) [Medicine…](https://www.cdu.edu.au/study/course/bachelor-clinical-science-medicinedoctor-medicine-smed01#entry-requirements) | **CDU:** B Clinical Science (Medicine) / MD (~40 places). **Flinders Pathway:** B Clinical Science / MD (~12 places). | **CDU:** ~85+ (with adjustments); Indigenous 85+. **Flinders Pathway:** ~90+ | **CDU:** No UCAT. **Flinders Pathway:** UCAT required. | **CDU:** Yes (interview). **Flinders Pathway:** No interview. | None specified. | **Yes** — CDU 5y; Flinders 6y. | | New Zealand (NZ) | | University of Auckland (NZ) [Medicine…](https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/study/study-options/find-a-study-option/bachelor-of-medicine-and-bachelor-of-surgery-mbchb.html) | **MBChB** — 6y (First-year BHSc/BSc(Biomed) → MBChB) | School leavers cannot apply direct to MBChB. Must complete specific 1st-year courses in BHSc or BSc (Biomed). | **Yes** — UCAT (~15% weighting in final rank). **From 2027, UCAT will be replaced by** [Casper](https://www.nie.edu.au/products-listing/category/56-casper-test-preparation). | **Yes** — MMI (~25% weighting). Eligibility requires GPA ≥6.0 across 8 first-year courses. | Strongly recommended school subjects: English-rich + Bio/Chem/Physics; Stats/Calculus useful. Degree-level prerequisites listed for BHSc/Biomed first-year. | **Yes** — 5y after first year (total 6y) | | University of Otago (NZ) [Medicine…](https://www.otago.ac.nz/courses/qualifications/mbchb) | **MBChB** (~300 places) — via HSFY or grad. **B Dental Surgery** (~60 places) | HSFY pass requirements (70%+ average guide; see current policy). | **Med:** UCAT required. **Dent:** UCAT not required. | **Med:** Interview only for some alternative pathways. **Dent:** Interview required. | Meet HSFY paper requirements (pass all prescribed papers, minimums apply). | 5y after HSFY (Med); 5y Dent. | ## Schema ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.nie.edu.au" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Undergraduate Medical and Dental Entry at Australian and New Zealand Universities", "item": "https://www.nie.edu.au/about-ucat/atar-and-medicine" } ] } ``` ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Article", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.nie.edu.au/about-ucat/atar-and-medicine" }, "headline": "ATAR, UCAT, Interview, Casper, and Psychometric Requirements", "description": "/* ===== Sticky table and mobile accordion styles ===== */ /* offset the sticky THEAD so anchor jumps (#qld etc.) don’t hide under it */ :root { --nie-stick-offset: 0px; 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All fields are required. Student or parent name Email address Which state or location are you from? Please select your state or locationNew South WalesVictoriaQueenslandWestern AustraliaSouth AustraliaTasmaniaAustralian Capital TerritoryNorthern TerritoryNew ZealandOther / International Please leave this field empty I agree to receive newsletters, updates and information from NIE about UCAT, medical and dental entry, interviews, Casper, GAMSAT, university applications, Future Doctors Australia programs, workshops and related opportunities. I understand that I may unsubscribe at any time. Subscribe to NIE Updates Your details will be used to send you NIE newsletters, relevant medical and dental entry information, program updates and upcoming event announcements. You may unsubscribe at any time. The table below is designed to assist domestic Year 12 school leavers by listing universities that offer undergraduate degrees or pathways into medicine and dentistry. Some universities focus mainly on graduate-entry pathways and are not listed here. Besides ATAR/IB, entry may include the UCAT, interview/MMI, CASPer, a written assessment, or a psychometric test. Check each university site for Indigenous and rural pathway criteria. For the most accurate and up-to-date information—or if you are an international student seeking medical or dental entry in Australia or New Zealand—please consult university websites directly. Disclaimer: The National Institute of Education's primary mission is to provide information, advice, and educational and training services to assist clients on their journey into Australian and New Zealand universities. We regularly review the admission processes for medical, dental, and health careers courses; however, universities reserve the right to change their admission criteria without notice. For detailed and the most current admission guides, please visit the respective university’s websites. Last updated: 12 July 2026 QLD • NSW • VIC • WA • SA • TAS • NT • NZ UniversityTitle of QualificationATAR / IB (guide)UCATInterviewPrerequisite SubjectsDirect Path Queensland (QLD) Bond University (QLD)Medicine… MBBS pathway: Bachelor of Medical Studies + Doctor of Medicine (MD) ATAR ~96+ • IB ~38+ (competitive)GPA 6+ (applicable streams) No UCAT. Psychometric test used for interview selection. Yes — MMI (online).Interview offers determined by psychometric test performance. English (any level) Yes — ~4y 8m total Central Queensland University (QLD)Medicine… Bachelor of Medical Science (CQU) → UQ MD (Pathway) ATAR 95+ (competitive) Yes — used for ranking to interview Yes — interviews late Nov (typical) Yr 12 English, Maths Methods, and one of Biology/Chem/Physics Yes — Double degree pathway (~7y) Griffith University (QLD)Medicine… | Dentistry… Medicine: Bachelor of Medical Science → MD (~80 places)Dentistry: B Dental Health Science + M Dentistry (~40 places) Med: Direct-entry ATAR ~99.80+ (very competitive)Dent: Competitive (not always published) Med: UCAT optional but advantageous for ranking.Dent: UCAT required. Med: No interview for BMedSci pathway.Dent: Yes — Online MMI (late Nov typical). English for both. Assumed: English + one of Chem/Bio/Maths Methods. Yes — 6y Med; 5y Dent. James Cook University (QLD)Medicine… | Dentistry… MBBS (~170 places)B Dental Surgery (~90 places) Med: ATAR ~95+ (competitive) No UCAT/GAMSAT. Written application crucial. Med only: interviews (Round 1 late Nov; Round 2 early Jan typical). English, Maths Methods, Chemistry. Recommended: Biology. Yes — 6y Med; 5y Dent. The University of Queensland (QLD)Medicine… | Dentistry… Medicine: Provisional entry to MD (~140 places)Dentistry: B Dental Science (Hons) (~40 places) Med & Dent: 95 Yes — used for both med & dent (~25% weighting; SJT/VR may contribute). Med: Yes — MMI (~50% weighting). Invites after mid-Nov (typical).Dent: Interview requirements vary (check annual guide). Med: Yr 12 English.Dent: English + Chemistry; Recommended: Biology. Yes — 7y Med; 5y Dent. University of Southern Queensland (QLD)Medicine… B Biomedical Sciences (Medicine Pathway → UQ MD) ATAR 95+ Yes — med pathway selection (~25%) Yes — MMI (~50%). Late Nov typical. Yr 12 English; Yr 12 Maths (any). Yes — double-degree pathway (~7y) New South Wales (NSW) Charles Sturt University (NSW)Medicine… | Dentistry… Med: B Clinical Science (Medicine) / MD (JMP with WSU) — 5yDent: B Dental Science — 5y Med: ATAR competitive; guides ~95+.Dent: Competitive. Med: UCAT required (used to rank for interview).Dent: UCAT generally required (First Nations exceptions apply). Med: Yes — MMI/MSI (Nov).Dent: Yes — Panel (late Nov/early Dec). Check CSU handbook; strong sciences recommended. Yes — 5y Med or Dent. University of New South Wales (NSW)Medicine… B Medical Studies / Doctor of Medicine (MD) (~197 places) ATAR ~96+ (general) • ~91+ (rural) • IB ~38+ Yes — UCAT used alongside ATAR/IB. Yes — timed panel interviews (face-to-face).Typical rounds: Rural (Nov), Non-rural (mid-Dec), Interstate (early Jan), NZ/late ATAR (Jan). Assumed English; Recommended: Chemistry. Yes — 6y University of Newcastle & UNE — Joint Medical Program (NSW)Medicine… B Medical Science & MD (JMP) — 5y (~170 places) ATAR/IB competitive Yes — UCAT required Yes — JMP assessment: Multiple Skills Assessment (MSA) + PQA. None specified Yes — 5y Western Sydney University (NSW)Medicine… Doctor of Medicine (w/ CSU JMP stream) General: ~95.5+ • GWS: ~93.5 • Rural: ~91.5 • IB 38+ (35+ rural) Yes — ~25% weighting, strong emphasis on Verbal Reasoning. Yes — MMI + Medical Admission Questionnaire; invites late Oct; interviews late Nov (typical). Recommended: Chemistry Yes — 5y The University of Sydney (NSW)Medicine… Assured Pathways: BA/BSc → MD (30 places) • DMD (up to 45 places) Med: ATAR 99.95 (with adjustment factors).Dent: ATAR ~99.7 (with adjustments). No UCAT for Sydney’s school-leaver double-degree entries. Yes — Written assessment then panel discussion (for Med & Dent). None specified Yes — double-degree pathways Victoria (VIC) La Trobe University (VIC)Dentistry… Rural Medical Pathway: Double-degree (rural only).Dentistry: B Dental Science (Hons) Med (rural): Min ATAR 80 (rural eligibility applies).Dent: ATAR ~99.75. Med (rural): UCAT not required.Dent: UCAT no longer required (current guidance). Med: MMI (dates TBA).Dent: No interview. Med: English.Dent: English. + bonus points for Biology/Chem. Yes — 7y Med; 5y Dent. Monash University (VIC)Medicine… BMedSc (Hons) + MD — Direct entry (~237 places) ATAR ~90+ minimum; competitive cohorts ~96+ (rural ~92+) Yes — UCAT required Yes — MMI via Zoom.Example rounds: Rural 26–27 Nov; VIC 2–3 Dec; combined VIC+Rural 5–6 Jan; Interstate 15 Jan; International 20 Jan (check cycle). English (any level) & Chemistry. Bio recommended. Yes — 5y (double-degree structure) Western Australia (WA) Curtin University (WA)Medicine… MBBS (~110 places) ATAR ~95+ (guide) Yes — UCAT (~20%).+ CASPer required (~35% shortlist contribution). Yes — In-person MMI (online for interstate/overseas).Rounds typically in Dec/Jan by cohort. Chemistry ATAR required. Maths/Biology desirable (not compulsory). Yes — 5y The University of Western Australia (WA)Medicine… | Dentistry… MD Assured Pathway (~145 places)DMD Assured Pathway (~36 places) ATAR 99 (general) • 98 (Rural/BDWY) Yes — ~20% weighting (used for shortlist/rank). Yes — MMI (~50% weighting), late Nov–early Dec typical. Year 12 English. Recommended: Chemistry & Maths Applications (or higher). Yes — 7y Med; 6–7y Dent. South Australia (SA) Adelaide UniversityMedicine… | Dentistry… | Oral Health… B Med Studies / MD (~137+ places)B Dental Surgery (~38) • B Oral Health (~32+) Med: 90+ (realistic cohorts ~96+).Dent: 90+ (realistic ~94+).Oral Health: ~70+ Yes — makes up ~20% of selection; SJT considered. Med & Dent: Yes — MMI via Zoom (~40% of total), late Nov–early Dec typical.Oral Health: No interview. Med: One of Biology, Chemistry, or Maths Methods.Dent: Two of Chem/Bio/Physics/Maths Methods. Yes — 6y Med; 5y Dent. Flinders University (SA)Medicine… Bachelor of Clinical Science / Doctor of Medicine (27 places) ATAR 95+Indigenous: 90+ (after adjustments) Yes — 10% weighting (all UCAT sections)ATAR 90% weighting No None Yes — Double degree (6 years) Tasmania (TAS) University of Tasmania (TAS)Medicine… B Medical Science + MD (places not specified) ATAR ~95+ UCAT considered only to differentiate tied ATARs (SJT excluded). No interview English & Chemistry Yes — 5y double-degree Northern Territory (NT) Charles Darwin University (NT)Medicine… CDU: B Clinical Science (Medicine) / MD (~40 places).Flinders Pathway: B Clinical Science / MD (~12 places). CDU: ~85+ (with adjustments); Indigenous 85+.Flinders Pathway: ~90+ CDU: No UCAT.Flinders Pathway: UCAT required. CDU: Yes (interview).Flinders Pathway: No interview. None specified. Yes — CDU 5y; Flinders 6y. New Zealand (NZ) University of Auckland (NZ)Medicine… MBChB — 6y (First-year BHSc/BSc(Biomed) → MBChB) School leavers cannot apply direct to MBChB.Must complete specific 1st-year courses in BHSc or BSc (Biomed). Yes — UCAT (~15% weighting in final rank). From 2027, UCAT will be replaced by Casper.  Yes — MMI (~25% weighting). Eligibility requires GPA ≥6.0 across 8 first-year courses. Strongly recommended school subjects: English-rich + Bio/Chem/Physics; Stats/Calculus useful.Degree-level prerequisites listed for BHSc/Biomed first-year. Yes — 5y after first year (total 6y) University of Otago (NZ)Medicine… MBChB (~300 places) — via HSFY or grad.B Dental Surgery (~60 places) HSFY pass requirements (70%+ average guide; see current policy). Med: UCAT required.Dent: UCAT not required. Med: Interview only for some alternative pathways.Dent: Interview required. Meet HSFY paper requirements (pass all prescribed papers, minimums apply). 5y after HSFY (Med); 5y Dent.", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.nie.edu.au/images/NIE-logo.jpg" }, "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "National Institute of Education", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://www.nie.edu.au/images/NIE-logo.jpg" } }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Sasha Tymoshenko", "url": "https://www.nie.edu.au/about-ucat/atar-and-medicine" }, "datePublished": "2019-10-27T19:33:46+11:00", "dateCreated": "2019-10-27T19:33:46+11:00", "dateModified": "2026-07-11T00:28:39+10:00" } ```