Program Overview: Graduate-entry Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery

University and Faculty:	The University of Sydney (UQ) The University of Sydney Faculty of Medicine
Program:	Graduate-entry Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
University Location:	Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
City Population:	4.5 million
Student Population:	47,200
Campus Location:	Camperdown/Darlington campus (main campus) and Clinical Schools
Program Duration:	Four years
Semester Intake:	Early February each year
Next Intake:	Early February 2013
Est. Annual Tuition:	$60,960 AUD (2012 fee)
Est. Total Tuition:	$243,840 AUD (fees subject to increase)
University of Sydney Agent:	OzTREKK educational services TP01544

Undertaken once students have already completed an undergraduate degree, the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) at Sydney Medical School is a world-class, graduate-entry degree in medicine.

The four-year program includes weekly clinical experience in leading hospitals from the very first weeks, regular PBL (problem-based learning) exercises in small groups, traditional lectures with expert practitioners, and ongoing opportunities to participate in research.

In Years 1 and 2, students gain hands-on experience in a structured, supervised program with regular patient contact and weekly clinical school participation. In Years 3 and 4, Sydney medical students transfer to a clinical school full-time for further in-depth exposure to clinical practices. Students will also complete an elective term, preferably with one of Sydney Medical School's international partners, and may elect to undertake an honours research project.

During the degree, students acquire a thorough grounding in fundamental medical sciences and human anatomy, with the option to attend intensive dissection classes over summer. There are also compulsory independent learning activities (with numerous international opportunities), an eight-week rural rotation and pre-internship training, including preparation for North American registration, if you intend to practice in the USA or Canada.

The Sydney medical degree prepares graduates for work in medicine, and offers opportunities to undertake clinical placements, electives and honours projects across diverse disciplines, including: Addiction Medicine, Anaesthesia, Anatomy and Histology, Biomedical Science, Clinical Ophthalmology and Eye Health, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine, Ear Nose and Throat, General Practice, Genetic Medicine, Imaging, Intensive Care Medicine, Medicine, Molecular Bioscience, Obstetrics Gynaecology and Neonatology, Paediatrics and Child Health, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Psychiatry, Public Health, Sleep Medicine and Surgery.

Unique Features of the Program

From the first weeks of medical studies, Sydney medical students interact with patients in hospitals and clinics. Students gain hands-on experience in a structured and supervised program through the first two years of the course and will be well-prepared when they transfer full-time to their clinical schools in third and fourth years. The early clinical experience also provides a context for lectures and problem-based learning.

Sydney Medical School has clinical schools in an extensive network of leading NSW hospitals. These hospitals offer the most advanced health care in the state and nationwide. Students learn with doctors who are leaders in their fields. There are more than 40 clinical teaching facilities in Sydney Medical School's network, including its rural teaching hospitals, general practices, community health centres and Aboriginal Medical Services.

A specific goal of Sydney Medical School is to foster students' research skills during their medical studies. The School is a leading health and medical research organization, teaching is research-led, and students are taught by health and medical researchers who are foremost in their fields. Sydney students are encouraged to undertake research projects during the program, participate in international experiences and to be equipped to practise in the medical field anywhere in the world.

Why international students like to study at the university and this specific program:

The University of Sydney is deemed one of the world's top universities for medicine, biology and psychology. The University is ranked 29th in the world for medicine (QS WorldUniversity Rankings 2011).

The Sydney Medical Program has received numerous teaching awards and is licensed to universities in the UK, South Africa and the Middle East and to other universities in Australia. The Medical Program provides a unique learning environment that nurtures communication, team work and life-long learning backed by hard evidence, essential for tomorrow's doctors.

Respected as not only a provider of quality teaching but also as a leader in research, the Medical School attracts over $200 million in competitive research funding from state, national and international bodies. The Medical School's research covers full spectrum of diseases, with major programs in cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, infectious diseases, mental health, neuroscience, maternal and child health, chronic disease and ageing.

Finally, Canadians love the location of this medical school! Situated in the heart of the city of Sydney, the University of Sydney provides a wonderful campus experience for international students!

Scholarships

Every student who applies (and accepts) via OzTREKK and commences his/her studies at an OzTREKK Australian university will receive a $500 scholarship from OzTREKK. Click here for more information about the OzTREKK Scholarship!

Professional certification/accreditation:

The Sydney medical degree is accredited by the Australian Medical Council and recognized in the World Health Organization's Directory of Medical Schools.

In Canada, each province/territory is responsible for licensing physicians to practise medicine within its boundaries. Licensure to practise medicine requires the completion of an accredited postgraduate training program, as well as the completion of national qualifying exams. Each province may have different requirements. It is your responsibility to meet the necessary requirements for licensure in your province.

In June of each year, OzTREKK hosts its annual Canadian Licensing workshops across Canada, which are exclusive to students who submit their Australian medical school application via OzTREKK. These workshops provide the latest information regarding the accreditation and licensing process in Canada, as well as outlining options for internships in Australia and other destinations.

Admissions Criteria/Entry Requirements for Canadians

1. Performance in an undergraduate degree

Students can apply to Sydney if they have completed a bachelor's degree in any discipline, and achieve a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.5 out of 7 (or equivalent) from a recognized university. The grade requirement, according to the Sydney Medical School, is equivalent to a GPA of 2.7 out of 4.0.

Students from a wide variety of undergraduate studies are welcome and encouraged to apply.

2. Performance in a medical admissions test, MCAT or GAMSAT:

Students must achieve a minimum performance in a medical school admissions test:

Most North American-based applicants choose to sit the Medical Colleges Admissions Test (MCAT), although international applicants can complete either the MCAT or the Graduate Australian Medical Schools Admissions Test (GAMSAT).

Applicants must meet a minimum level of achievement in the admissions test to be eligible. The minimum scores required for the MCAT for the 2012 intake is 8/8/M/8.

Both the MCAT and GAMSAT tests are designed to assess:

• Reasoning abilities in the humanities and social sciences
• Reasoning abilities in biological and physical sciences
• Written communication

GAMSAT and MCAT results are valid for two years when the date the test is taken.

US students applying to Sydney Medical School are required to sit the MCAT.

3. Performance in an online interview

The Multiple Mini-Interview (MMI) aims to sample a candidate's competencies in order to gain a more accurate picture of strengths, weaknesses and suitability for the Sydney Medical Program.

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OzTREKK Note: There are no specific pre-requisite undergraduate subjects required for admission into the Sydney Medical Program.

Application Timelines

Applications are now open for the 2013 intake!

Application deadline for the 2013 intake: July 13, 2012
Interviews by the Sydney Medical School will be held at the end of July/early August.
Interview candidates will then be rnaked and offers of places made from early to mid-August.
Successful applicants will have six weeks from the date of offer to accept and pay a deposit.

APPLY NOW TO THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY'S MEDICAL SCHOOL

Total Number of Spaces: approximately 325

Total Number of Spaces for International Students: up to 80

OzTREKK Admissions Officer: Beth McNally

University of Sydney Agent: OzTREKK educational services TP01544