--- title: "Charles Darwin University - NIE: Medical Admissions Preparation" description: "NIE provides UCAT, medical interviews, psychometrics, Casper, and medical admissions preparation for students pursuing medicine and dentistry in Australia or New Zealand." url: "https://www.nie.edu.au/charles-darwin-university" date: "2026-07-31T22:11:05+00:00" language: "en-GB" --- # Charles Darwin University **Bachelor of Clinical Science Medicine/Doctor of Medicine program** **Important**: For detailed and the most current admission guides, please visit the respective university’s website. --- # **UCAT, Interview, Academic Achievement requirements for Charles Darwin University (NT)** **CDU direct entry into medicine:** **UCAT:** No (for Menzies Medical Program) **Interview:** Yes **Academic Achievement:** Yes **Flinders Pathway entry into medicine:** **UCAT:** Yes ([Flinders University Pathway](https://www.nie.edu.au/flinders-university)) **Interview:** No **Academic Achievement:** Yes [UCAT Preparation Option](https://www.nie.edu.au/products-listing/ucat-preparation-courses) [Interview Preparation Options](https://www.nie.edu.au/products-listing/medical-interview-preparation) | Degree and duration | **Pathway 1:** Bachelor of Clinical Science Medicine/Doctor of Medicine ([Menzies program](https://www.cdu.edu.au/study/medicine)) - 5 years **Pathway 2:** Bachelor of Clinical Sciences / Medicine ([Flinders University Pathway)](https://www.nie.edu.au/flinders-university) - 6 years | |---|---| | Campus locations | Casuarina campus | | | | | Start Date | February - Semester 1 | | Entry requirements | ## **Bachelor of Clinical Science Medicine/Doctor of Medicine (Menzies program) Pathway** ### **Eligibility Requirements** Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens or permanent residents and satisfy one of the following entry pathways: - **Recent School Leaver**: - Completed Year 12 within the past two years of starting the course. - Achieved an ATAR of **85 or higher**, including any adjustment factors. - **Current University Student**: - Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree (or higher). - Must have completed at least one full-time year of study (equivalent to 80 credit points at CDU). - Maintained a GPA of at least 5.0 on a 7-point scale. - **Completed Higher Education**: - Hold a completed bachelor’s degree (or higher qualification) or an equivalent overseas qualification. - The qualification must have been completed within the last 10 years. - GPA must be 5.0 or higher on a 7-point scale. ### **Important dates** \| Date \| Event \| \| 4 August 2025 \| SATAC Applications open \| \| 1 October 2025 \| SATAC Application late fees apply \| \| 10 October 2025 \| SATAC Applications close \| \| 10 October 2025 \| All evidence must be attached to your application, and the application pack must be completed \| \| 3 November 2025 \| Interview eligibility outcome emails sent \| \| 19 – 28 November 2025 \| Interviews held \| \| 15 January 2026 \| First round of SATAC offers sent \| \| Please visit Undergraduate key dates – SATAC \| Further course offers released (only where earlier round offers were declined or lapsed) \| \| 02 February 2026 \| Course commences \| **Application Pack** - All applicants must apply through SATAC and submit the CDU Menzies Medical Program Application Pack. - The pack includes compulsory written responses to set questions. - If this is not completed and submitted, the application will be ruled ineligible and cannot be considered for interview. ### **Academic Evidence** - Year 12 applicants must upload to SATAC: - **Year 11 reports** - **Year 12 Semester 1 report** - These documents must show graded results (A–E or percentages). Reports showing only “Pass/Fail” or “Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory” will not be accepted. - Supplying correct evidence is critical for progressing to the interview stage. - **Invitation**: Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email (through their SATAC-registered address) with instructions on how to book an interview slot online. - **Dates**: Interviews will be conducted from **19–28 November 2025**. - **Location**: Held at **CDU Casuarina Campus**. - **Online Option**: Available via Microsoft Teams for applicants outside Greater Darwin or in exceptional cases. - **Duration**: Each interview runs for **30 minutes**. - **Interview Structure:** Panel Interview with 3 assessors**.** - ### **Charles Darwin University Medical Interview Selection** **Applicants who are shortlisted will be invited to an interview, which is designed to evaluate their ability to show empathy toward patients and to work effectively in a healthcare team.** - **2026 Intake**: 160 candidates will be interviewed for 40 available places. ### **Shortlisting Criteria** Applicants are shortlisted for interview based on: - Academic achievement - Relevant studies (health or other STEM fields) - Sub-quota eligibility - Responses in the Application Pack ### **Interview Process** ### **Final Selection & Offers** - Final ranking is determined equally by: - **Interview performance (50%)** - **Academic results (50%)** - The first round of offers will be released via **SATAC on 15 January 2026**. - Offers will continue until all places are filled, which may extend beyond the start of the semester. - ### **English Language Requirements – Domestic Students** All domestic applicants to Higher Education programs at Charles Darwin University must meet the University’s English Language Proficiency standards relevant to their chosen course. Applicants are required to provide supporting evidence of English proficiency at the time of submitting their application. ### **Bachelor of Clinical Sciences/Medicine: Flinders University Pathway** The **Bachelor of Clinical Sciences** at CDU offers a direct entry pathway into medicine through the **Northern Territory Medical Program (NTMP)**, delivered by Flinders University in Darwin. This double degree is open to Australian citizens or permanent residents who are recent Year 12 school leavers, or students who have completed no more than one year of higher education. The Bachelor of Clinical Sciences forms the first stage of the double degree. Students who successfully complete the first two years within the required timeframe and meet the required grade point average are guaranteed progression into the NTMP, which commences in the third year. During the CDU component, students develop a solid grounding in health and medical sciences, gaining the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed for entry into the NTMP. **Eligibility requirements include:** - Year 12 completion and no more than one year of higher education study - UCAT To remain competitive, applicants generally require an **ATAR of 90 or above**, or **85 for First Nations students** (after adjustment factors). | |---| | Number of places | **40 Commonwealth Support Places CDU pathway** - NT First Nations Subquota - 40% - NT Residency Subquota - 40% - First Nations Subquota (non-NT Residents) - 15% - Rural and Remote Subquota - 5% **12 Places for Flinders Pathway** - Admission priority is given to First Nations students and residents of the Northern Territory, and only Australian citizens and permanent residents may apply. | | **Important Information** | For detailed information about the application process and up to date course admission guides, please visit the [Charles Darwin University School of Medicine](https://www.cdu.edu.au/study/course/bachelor-clinical-science-medicinedoctor-medicine-smed01) official website. | **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 website. ### Universities - [University of Auckland](https://www.nie.edu.au/the-university-of-auckland) - [Bond University](https://www.nie.edu.au/bond-university) - [Charles Darwin University](https://www.nie.edu.au/charles-darwin-university) - [Central Queensland University ](https://www.nie.edu.au/central-queensland-university) - [CSU - Charles Sturt University ](https://www.nie.edu.au/csu-charles-sturt-university) - [Curtin University](https://www.nie.edu.au/curtin-university) - [Flinders University](https://www.nie.edu.au/flinders-university) - [Griffith University ](https://www.nie.edu.au/griffith-university) - [JCU - James Cook University](https://www.nie.edu.au/jcu-umat-james-cook-university) - [La Trobe University](https://www.nie.edu.au/la-trobe-university) - [Monash University](https://www.nie.edu.au/monash-university) - [Adelaide University ](https://www.nie.edu.au/the-university-of-adelaide) - [The University of New South Wales](https://www.nie.edu.au/the-university-of-new-south-wales) - [The University of Queensland](https://www.nie.edu.au/the-university-of-queensland) - [The University of Sydney](https://www.nie.edu.au/university-of-sydney-medicine-dentistry) - [The University of Western Australia](https://www.nie.edu.au/the-university-of-western-australia) - [University of Newcastle (JMP)](https://www.nie.edu.au/university-of-newcastle) - [University of Otago](https://www.nie.edu.au/university-of-otago) - [University of Tasmania](https://www.nie.edu.au/university-of-tasmania) - [Western Sydney University](https://www.nie.edu.au/the-university-of-western-sydney) - [University of Southern Queensland](https://www.nie.edu.au/usq-university-of-southern-queensland-medicine-pathway) - [University of the Sunshine Coast](https://www.nie.edu.au/university-of-sunshine-coast-pathway-to-medicine) ## 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": "Charles Darwin University", "item": "https://www.nie.edu.au/charles-darwin-university" } ] } ``` ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Article", "mainEntityOfPage": { "@type": "WebPage", "@id": "https://www.nie.edu.au/charles-darwin-university" }, "headline": "Charles Darwin University", "description": "Charles Darwin University Bachelor of Clinical Science Medicine/Doctor of Medicine program  Important: For detailed and the most current admission guides, please visit the respective university’s website. UCAT, Interview, Academic Achievement requirements for Charles Darwin University (NT) CDU direct entry into medicine: UCAT: No (for Menzies Medical Program)  Interview: Yes Academic Achievement: Yes Flinders Pathway entry into medicine: UCAT: Yes  (Flinders University Pathway)  Interview: No Academic Achievement: Yes UCAT Preparation Option Interview Preparation Options   Degree and duration Pathway 1: Bachelor of Clinical Science Medicine/Doctor of Medicine (Menzies program) - 5 years Pathway 2: Bachelor of Clinical Sciences / Medicine (Flinders University Pathway) - 6 years Campus locations Casuarina campus     Start Date February - Semester 1 Entry requirements Bachelor of Clinical Science Medicine/Doctor of Medicine (Menzies program) Pathway Eligibility Requirements Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens or permanent residents and satisfy one of the following entry pathways: Recent School Leaver: Completed Year 12 within the past two years of starting the course. Achieved an ATAR of 85 or higher, including any adjustment factors. Current University Student: Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree (or higher). Must have completed at least one full-time year of study (equivalent to 80 credit points at CDU). Maintained a GPA of at least 5.0 on a 7-point scale. Completed Higher Education: Hold a completed bachelor’s degree (or higher qualification) or an equivalent overseas qualification. The qualification must have been completed within the last 10 years. GPA must be 5.0 or higher on a 7-point scale. Important dates Date Event 4 August 2025 SATAC Applications open 1 October 2025 SATAC Application late fees apply 10 October 2025 SATAC Applications close 10 October 2025 All evidence must be attached to your application, and the application pack must be completed 3 November 2025 Interview eligibility outcome emails sent 19 – 28 November 2025 Interviews held 15 January 2026 First round of SATAC offers sent Please visit Undergraduate key dates – SATAC Further course offers released (only where earlier round offers were declined or lapsed) 02 February 2026 Course commences  Application Pack All applicants must apply through SATAC and submit the CDU Menzies Medical Program Application Pack. The pack includes compulsory written responses to set questions. If this is not completed and submitted, the application will be ruled ineligible and cannot be considered for interview. Academic Evidence Year 12 applicants must upload to SATAC: Year 11 reports Year 12 Semester 1 report These documents must show graded results (A–E or percentages). Reports showing only “Pass/Fail” or “Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory” will not be accepted. Supplying correct evidence is critical for progressing to the interview stage. Invitation: Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email (through their SATAC-registered address) with instructions on how to book an interview slot online. Dates: Interviews will be conducted from 19–28 November 2025. Location: Held at CDU Casuarina Campus. Online Option: Available via Microsoft Teams for applicants outside Greater Darwin or in exceptional cases. Duration: Each interview runs for 30 minutes. Interview Structure: Panel Interview with 3 assessors.  Charles Darwin University Medical Interview Selection Applicants who are shortlisted will be invited to an interview, which is designed to evaluate their ability to show empathy toward patients and to work effectively in a healthcare team. 2026 Intake: 160 candidates will be interviewed for 40 available places. Shortlisting Criteria Applicants are shortlisted for interview based on: Academic achievement Relevant studies (health or other STEM fields) Sub-quota eligibility Responses in the Application Pack Interview Process Final Selection & Offers Final ranking is determined equally by: Interview performance (50%) Academic results (50%) The first round of offers will be released via SATAC on 15 January 2026. Offers will continue until all places are filled, which may extend beyond the start of the semester. English Language Requirements – Domestic Students All domestic applicants to Higher Education programs at Charles Darwin University must meet the University’s English Language Proficiency standards relevant to their chosen course. Applicants are required to provide supporting evidence of English proficiency at the time of submitting their application. Bachelor of Clinical Sciences/Medicine: Flinders University Pathway The Bachelor of Clinical Sciences at CDU offers a direct entry pathway into medicine through the Northern Territory Medical Program (NTMP), delivered by Flinders University in Darwin. This double degree is open to Australian citizens or permanent residents who are recent Year 12 school leavers, or students who have completed no more than one year of higher education. The Bachelor of Clinical Sciences forms the first stage of the double degree. Students who successfully complete the first two years within the required timeframe and meet the required grade point average are guaranteed progression into the NTMP, which commences in the third year. During the CDU component, students develop a solid grounding in health and medical sciences, gaining the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed for entry into the NTMP.  Eligibility requirements include: Year 12 completion and no more than one year of higher education study UCAT  To remain competitive, applicants generally require an ATAR of 90 or above, or 85 for First Nations students (after adjustment factors).   Number of places 40 Commonwealth Support Places CDU pathway NT First Nations Subquota - 40%  NT Residency Subquota - 40%  First Nations Subquota (non-NT Residents) - 15%  Rural and Remote Subquota - 5%  12 Places for Flinders Pathway Admission priority is given to First Nations students and residents of the Northern Territory, and only Australian citizens and permanent residents may apply. Important Information For detailed information about the application process and up to date course admission guides, please visit the Charles Darwin University School of Medicine official website. 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. 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