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4 Days of Medical Career Exploration and Hands-On Learning
Future Doctors Australia Program
School Holidays
For students in Years 9–12
The Future Doctors Australia Program offers students four immersive days of medical career exploration, helping them discover whether medicine could be the right career path for them.
Students take part in hands-on clinical activities, practise healthcare communication, meet doctors and medical students, and hear firsthand about medical specialties and professional journeys. Students also receive an introduction to medical admission pathways, the UCAT and interviews — helping them understand both the rewards and requirements of pursuing medicine.
The program is particularly valuable for students who are beginning to explore their career options, providing insight before they choose senior subjects and make future study decisions. Students do not need to have decided on medicine to take part.
Program details, fees and enrolment:
https://www.niecareers.com.au/future-doctors-australia
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Upcoming Medical & Dental Interview Training and UCAT Preparation Events
With medical and dental interviews commencing in November, Year 12 students who have applied for medicine or dentistry are encouraged to plan ahead and allow sufficient time for interview preparation. While students are busy preparing for their final exams, it is equally important not to overlook this crucial final stage of the admissions process.
The National Institute of Education (NIE) is offering the following upcoming workshops and information sessions for students considering medicine or dentistry.
7–8 November 2026: MMI & Panel Interview Training with NIE's Expert Coaches (Medicine & Dentistry)
Only a Few Places Remaining!
Prepare for medical or dental school interviews with NIE's expert interview coaches through live, interactive training covering both MMI and panel interview formats. The workshop includes interview theory, assessment criteria, answer strategies and practical interview exercises with constructive feedback.
Workshop Details & Enrolment:
https://www.nie.edu.au/medical/interview-preparation/medical-dental-interview-workshop
16 November 2026: FREE Pathways into Medicine and Dentistry Webinar (Years 9–11)
A free live information webinar for Year 9–11 students, parents and teachers exploring pathways into medicine and dentistry.
Information & Free Registration:
https://www.nie.edu.au/ucat-free/free-ucat-information-sessions/item/pathways-into-medicine-and-dentistry-live-webinar-free-event
21 November 2026: Public, Rural & Indigenous Health Topics for Interview Readiness Webinar
Focused preparation to strengthen students' knowledge and communication when responding to public, rural and Indigenous health interview questions.
Webinar Details & Enrolment:
https://www.nie.edu.au/products-listing/medical-interview-preparation/product/2891-public-rural-and-indigenous-health-mmi-readiness
20 December 2026: Comprehensive UCAT Workshop for Year 10–11 Students
An introduction to all UCAT sections, expert tuition, key strategies, and a full simulated practice test with detailed answers and explanations. Includes a follow-up session where parents are also invited to ask questions about the medical and dental entry process.
Workshop Details & Enrolment:
https://www.nie.edu.au/ucat-courses/simulated-ucat-day-workshop
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FREE Webinar: Post-UCAT Advice, Medical Interviews & University Applications
The official UCAT ANZ 2026 percentiles have now been released, giving students a clearer indication of how they performed this year.
Students considering medicine or dentistry are invited to attend NIE's free Post-UCAT Advice, Medical Interviews & University Applications Information Webinar.
When? 16 September 2026 at 7.00 - 8.00pm (AEST) followed by Q and A.
The session will provide guidance on what UCAT scores may mean, university application considerations, medical and dental interview preparation, and the next stages of the medical entry process.
Students, parents and teachers are welcome to attend.
Information and free registration:
https://www.nie.edu.au/ucat-free/free-ucat-information-sessions/item/post-ucat-advice-medical-interviews-information-session-live-webinar-2025-dates-to-be-advised
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UCAT ANZ 2026 Preliminary Statistics Are Now Available
The UCAT ANZ 2026 preliminary statistics are now available, giving students a clearer indication of how this year’s cohort has performed.
Students who sat the UCAT ANZ this year and are considering applying for medicine or dentistry can read NIE’s full analysis of the preliminary statistics, score trends and what the results may mean for their next steps.
Read the full UCAT ANZ 2026 analysis:
https://www.nie.edu.au/component/zoo/item/ucat-anz-2026-preliminary-statistics-score-trends-2?Itemid=2109
FREE Live Webinar: Post-UCAT Advice & Medical Interviews Introductory Session
Interested students can also register for NIE’s free live Post-UCAT Advice & Medical Interviews Introductory Session.
The session will cover UCAT score interpretation, university selection considerations, non-UCAT pathways, medical and dental interview preparation, and next-step planning.
Spots are limited. If a student cannot attend live, they should still register to receive the webinar recording after the session.
Register for the free webinar:
https://www.nie.edu.au/ucat-free/free-ucat-information-sessions
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Year 12 Students: Next Steps for Medicine and Dentistry Applications
Year 12 students applying to medicine or dentistry this year are encouraged to begin preparing for the university applications and interview stages.
In addition to listing their official preferences through their state admissions body — UAC, QTAC, VTAC, SATAC, or TISC — some medical and dental schools require students to submit applications directly to the university as well. Certain universities may also require students to submit their predicted ATAR.
Medical and dental interviews may use a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) or structured panel format and may be conducted online or face-to-face.
The National Institute of Education (NIE) is offering the following upcoming student support:
- 7-8 November 2026: Comprehensive Interview Training Workshop. (More dates available).
- 21 November 2026: Public, Rural and Indigenous Health Topics in Medical Interviews Webinar.
- 21 December 2026: Bond Psychometrics Training webinar
Beginning early allows students to strengthen their communication, practise responding under pressure and build confidence before interview offers are released.
Further information and registration for any of the above-mentioned workshops are available via the following link:
https://www.nie.edu.au/component/zoo/item/medical-dental-interviews-university-applications-bond-psychometric-test-preparation?Itemid=2109
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