The University of Tasmania’s new course, the Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (BMedScMD) was introduced in 2023. This new course replaces the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS).

The University of Tasmania is an undergraduate medicine degree. Undergraduate eligibility and how the offer of a place is determined has not changed from Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery arrangements.

A limited number of graduates are accepted.

Scroll down to see the available entry paths to the University of Tasmania medical degree.

Available paths 

There are 2 possible paths to medicine at the University of Tasmania. 

Path 1: Direct entry for school leavers

You need English and chemistry to apply for the UTAS medical degree. Applicants must not have commenced any other tertiary degree studies. Students applying for the Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine degree who do not have chemistry as a prerequisite subject are able to undertake a UTAS Chemistry foundation unit.

Path 2: Bachelor degree or higher (any degree, any university)

From 2023 students who have an Bachelor degree or higher from any university will be able to apply for entry to the Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine degree. Previous qualifications need to be less than 10 years old.

How selection works

The selection criteria for UTAS medicine is a single process, but the specific selection requirements vary depending upon the path you're coming through. 

Path 1: Direct Entry Applicants 

Your academic results (ATAR) from school are combined with your UCAT results, to determine who's offered a place in the medicine degree.  Importantly, the UTAS application process does not include an interview and therefore only a single stage process is required. Note: Indigenous applicants are required to undertake an interview as part of the Indigenous application process but do not require UCAT. 

Path 2: Bachelor degree or higher (any degree, any university)

 The assessment for entry into the medicine program through this path is based on the applicant’s combined GAMSAT and GPA.  

An important qualification

Study Medicine information has been compiled from Australian university information sources and therefore is a guide. Authoritative information is provided by the university only. Make sure you obtain information directly from the university before making any decisions. 

The above information is intended to help you understand the University of Tasmania medical degree and the available paths to gain entry. Remember, information can always change, so ensure you keep up to date by regularly checking directly with the University of Tasmania.