University of Tasmania, Australia

Every year, the School of Medicine receives many requests for admissions information. Listed below are the most frequently asked questions relating to the Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) course.

I have left school and have commenced the 1st year of a degree. If I apply for Medicine what entry criteria do I have to meet?

As you have commenced tertiary study you will need to apply under the tertiary applicant category. The entry requirements for an applicant who has commenced first year of a degree are:

• Year 12 English Studies (ENS315109) or, Year 12 English Writing (ENW315109) or, Year 12 English Communications (ENC315109) and Year 12 Chemistry or their equivalent;
• A distinction (70%) average for units studied full time over the most recent two semesters as well as a Year 12 TER* score of 90 or above and;
• A competitive UMAT score

Prospective interstate students should refer to the Australian Year 12 Interstate Conversion Table guide.

Do I have to do the UMAT?

YES. It is compulsory for all domestic applicants to sit the UMAT.

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What is UMAT and what is a competitive UMAT score?

UMAT stands for Undergraduate Medicine and Health Sciences Admission Test. It is an aptitude test designed to assess general attributes and skills gained through prior experience and learning, specifically the acquisition of skills in critical thinking and problem solving, interactions with others, and abstract non-verbal reasoning.

The UMAT is broken up into three sections or booklets:

1. Logical reasoning and problem solving
2. Interaction skills
3. Non-verbal reasoning

The School of Medicine uses UMAT scores to rank applicants who have met the academic and subject prerequisites. For your application to be considered, you must achieve a total score (total of the three booklets) of at least 150.

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When is the UMAT held and how do I register?

The UMAT is held only once each year at various locations throughout Australia. To find out where and when the test is being held contact Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) or phone (03) 9277 5502 or (03) 9277 5746.

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If my application is being considered do I have to sit a screening interview?

NO. We do not interview applicants for the Medicine course at the University of Tasmania.

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What is a Bonded Medical Place?

For all information on Bonded Medical Places please go to the Department of Health and Ageing (DoHA) website.

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What are Medical Rural Bonded Scholarships?

Medical Rural Bonded (MRB) Scholarships are an Australian Government initiative to deliver more doctors and better services to rural and regional communities.

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How do I express interest in a Medical Rural Bonded Scholarship?

Medical Rural Bonded Scholarships are open to all applicants. An Expression of Interest Form needs to be filled out and forwarded to the School of Medicine office by the close date.

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Can I study Medicine as a full-fee paying domestic student?

Unfortunately there are no full-fee paying places for domestic students. Full-fee paying places are only available to international students.

International and New Zealand Students, please note:

1. Students who gain Permanent Residency Status.
   The School of Medicine policy is that all full-fee paying International students (FFPOS) who obtain permanent resident status (PR) after entry to the MBBS degree program remain as fee paying students. When a change to PR status occurs, enrolment in the MBBS is not in jeopardy. Students will however need to discuss enrolment with the Associate Head (Student Affairs) and the Enrolments section.
2. International students and Internship Students (including NZ citizens) who are not Australian citizens or permanent residents at the time of enrolment may not be automatically entitled to registration, internship, and access to a Medicare provider number in Australia. If they wish to stay in Australia after graduation, they should make their own enquiries regarding their situation related to these matters as they lie beyond the control of the University.

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