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La Trobe University

Important: For detailed and the most current admission guides, please visit the respective university’s website.

Entry Requirements for La Trobe University – Medicine (Year 12 Pathway via Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical) → MD Rural Pathway)

MEDICINE (PATHWAY)

  • UCAT: No 
  • Interview: Yes — MMI (online); shortlist based on academic results and rurality
  • Academic Achievement: Yes — ATAR; to progress to MD (Rural Pathway) you must achieve WAM ≥ 70 during BBiomedSc (Medical)
 
 
Degree

Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Medical)

Purpose-built rural pathway: complete BBiomedSc (Medical) at La Trobe, then progress (subject to requirements) to the University of Melbourne’s Doctor of Medicine (MD) – Rural Pathway.
Campus locations Bendigo; Albury-Wodonga
Duration 3 years full-time (BBiomedSc (Medical))
Start Date Semester 1 (February/March)
Entry requirements

Eligibility

  • Rural background (Modified Monash Model MMM2–MMM7) — provide rurality evidence (5 years consecutive or 10 years cumulative) via La Trobe’s Rurality form.
  • Year 12 (or equivalent) applicants are considered via VTAC; check La Trobe pages for current indicative selection ranks by campus.

Shortlisting & Interview (MMI)

  • MMIs are online, typically in the first week of December and again in the first week of January.
  • December shortlisting considers: La Trobe Entrance Rank (from Year 11 via School Endorsement) or prior tertiary results, plus rurality tier. January shortlisting considers official ATAR (or equivalent) and rurality tier.
  • Attendance at your allocated MMI time is mandatory if invited.

Progression to MD (Rural Pathway)

  • Maintain at least WAM 70 and continue meeting regional living requirements set by the UniMelb MD (Rural Pathway).
Key Dates – 2026 Intake (Medicine Pathway)
Event When / Details
MMI (online) Typically held the first week of December (initial shortlist) and the first week of January (for ATAR-based shortlist). Attendance required if invited.
Aspire Early Offer (optional) Conditional offers are announced from September each year. Check Aspire pages for this cycle’s closing date and conditions.
VTAC applications Apply via VTAC (Year 12). Check VTAC for application windows & fees; ensure your Rurality Form and evidence are submitted to La Trobe by the advised dates.
Number of places Approx. 15 BBiomedSc (Medical) places feed into the UniMelb MD Rural Pathway cohort (total ~30; ~15 from La Trobe + ~15 other regional students).
Important Information (La Trobe – Medicine Pathway)

DENTISTRY

 
Degree

Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours) – BDSc(Hons)
Campus locations Bendigo (clinical placements across regional Victoria)
Duration 5 years full-time
Start Date Semester 1 (February)
Entry requirements

Academic & subject prerequisites (Year 12)

  • Subjects (VCE Units 3/4 or equivalents): English; Chemistry; Biology.
  • UCAT: not required (not listed among La Trobe’s official entry requirements).

How to apply (Year 12)

  • Apply via VTAC (check VTAC for current deadlines and fees).
  • Eligible rural/regional applicants may receive selection-rank adjustments under La Trobe/VTAC access schemes.
Key Dates – 2026 Intake (Dentistry)
Event When / Details
VTAC course applications Apply via VTAC; see VTAC website for opening/closing dates.
Aspire Early Offer (optional) Conditional offers released from September; closing date typically early September (confirm on Aspire pages).
Important Information (La Trobe – Dentistry)

Alternative Dental Pathway – Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy (BOHT)

  • Test: None
  • Interview: Not usually required
  • Academic: Year 12 entry via VTAC; see handbook for subject prerequisites
Degree

Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy (BHOHT)
Campus Bendigo
Duration 3 years full-time
Start Semester 1 (February)
Important Information (Oral Health)

ALTERNATIVE & SPECIAL ENTRY PATHWAYS

Aspire Early Offer Program Early conditional offers (from September), subject to meeting the adjusted Aspire ATAR, subject prerequisites and essential requirements. Check current-cycle closing date on Aspire pages.
La Trobe Special Access Schemes (VTAC) Selection-rank adjustments for eligible applicants; maximum 20 aggregate points, including RA4 = 12.5 and RA5 = 15 where applicable.
Priority Access / Regional Benefits Programs for students from La Trobe priority/regional schools and regional campuses; may include selection-rank adjustments and scholarships (course-eligibility rules apply).
Bonded Medical Places (Medicine pathway) Option linked to BBiomedSc (Medical) for a direct route to medicine under bonded arrangements; MD progression requires WAM ≥70 and regional living (see La Trobe page).
Course transfers Some courses (e.g., BBiomedSc (Medical), BDSc(Hons)) accept new VTAC applications only rather than internal transfer—check La Trobe “course transfers via VTAC only” guidance.

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.

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