This article contains preparation opportunities for students considering a career in medicine or dentistry.
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5 July 2026
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Future Doctors Australia Program This program may be of interest to Year 9–12 students who are exploring medicine as a future career. The 4-day program gives students the opportunity to explore medical careers, speak with doctors and medical students, take part in practical activities, and gain a clearer understanding of the pathway into medicine. Upcoming program dates and locations:
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Thank you for supporting students who are exploring medicine and health-related pathways. We appreciate any opportunity to help students make informed decisions about their future.
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Universities and UCAT Requirements
Universities and UCAT, ATAR, and Subject Pre-requisites
Future Doctors Australia – 4-day Career in Medicine Program (spots strictly limited)
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UCAT ANZ 2026 Key Dates
Students considering a career in medicine or dentistry during Year 12 will need to sit a compulsory entry exam known as the UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) before they can apply for placements at most universities in Australia.
The first time a candidate is eligible to sit the UCAT is during their final year of school — Year 12 in Australia or Year 13 in New Zealand. Candidates can repeat the UCAT yearly.
Candidates taking the UCAT ANZ in 2026 for entry to universities in Australia and New Zealand in 2027 should note these key dates.
| Concession Scheme opens | 16 February 2026 |
| Access Arrangements open | 16 February 2026 |
| UCAT ANZ Booking Opens | 3 March 2026 |
| Concession application deadline | 11 May 2026 |
| UCAT Booking deadline | 15 May 2026 |
| Late booking deadline | 29 May 2026 |
| Final late booking deadline | 5 June 2026 |
| Testing window | 1 July – 5 August 2026 |
| Results delivered to universities | Early September 2026 |
Who is eligible to sit the UCAT?
The UCAT ANZ test is available to candidates undertaking or who have completed the final year of secondary schooling. Candidates registering for UCAT ANZ 2026 should have completed, or plan to complete, Year 12 in Australia or Year 13 in New Zealand.
Candidates who have commenced or completed an undergraduate degree may also be eligible, however not all universities offer places for non-school leavers. Applicants should check individual university requirements.
Reference: UCAT ANZ Consortium, 2026
