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Doctor of Medicine via Bachelor of Biomedicine (Specialised) (Integrated Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice Major) Assured Pathway

ProviderThe University of Western Australia
Course code: TISCUG056UniversityStudy area: HealthData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesFebruary 2026 · Crawley · WA

Course overview

Bachelor of Biomedicine (Specialised)

The Bachelor of Biomedicine (Specialised) is a practical degree providing learning across a broad area of health and medical disciplines, designed to articulate with UWA’s health professional degrees. Multiple specialisations within the biomedical disciplines are offered to enable breadth and depth of learning in your field of interest, including Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing, Human Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Physiology, Pharmacology Microbiology and Pathology.

Why study this degree at UWA:

  • You’ll be taught by world-class researchers in cutting-edge laboratories and teaching spaces
  • You’ll learn from and network with many bright minds, including the state’s leading clinicians and biomedical scientists
  • You’ll engage with your fellow students and expert teaching academics from day one at UWA and in two units every semester, creating an exceptional cohort feel and student experience
Doctor of Medicine

The UWA Doctor of Medicine (MD) aims to produce graduates committed to the wellbeing of the patient, community and society as responsible, accountable, scholarly, capable, caring and culturally safe doctors. This course prepares graduates with the clinical and professional attributes required for successful internships and future training. The Doctor of Medicine (91850) is accredited by The Australian Medical Council (AMC). Graduates will be eligible to apply for registration to practice as a doctor in Australia and New Zealand. 

Why study this degree at UWA:

  • UWA has taught medicine for more than 65 years and is ranked 34th in the world for Clinical Medicine and 1st in WA for Human Biological Sciences (GRAS 2024). 
  • UWA is the only Australian Medical School to have a longitudinal mentoring program whereby all medical students have a clinical mentor involved in students’ professional development for the duration of the course.

Career opportunities: Doctor (Medical Practitioner), Surgeon, Cardiologist, Paediatrician, Neurologist

Course record

Majors

Students who complete the Integrated Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice extended major (IMSCP) are eligible for one year of credit towards the Doctor of Medicine

Integrated Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice (Extended Major)

This extended major is only available to students who are offered an Assured Pathway to the Doctor of Medicine. It draws on all biomedical and clinical disciplines to integrate understanding of human health and disease. February intake only.

Career opportunities: 

Medical Practitioner*

* Postgraduate study required

Other Information
Get career-ready with a UWA degree

At UWA, all our degrees include the option to take internships or Work Integrated Learning units, and, along with mentoring and volunteering opportunities, these can help you stand out in the job market and increase your employability. Find out more about how we can prepare you for your dream career, from first job to long-term goals.

Career Opportunities

Doctor (Medical Practitioner), Surgeon, Cardiologist, Paediatrician, Neurologist

Entry requirements

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IB Diploma

24-26

Use the ATAR 70 band together with the relevant qualification and prerequisite requirements.

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English requirement
IELTS 7, no band below 7TOEFL iBT 94, no band below 24PTE Academic 65-72, no band below 65Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 185-190, no band below 185

If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.

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Past offer reference

Current-course cases first, supplemented by same-institution scored cases.

Scored cases
Source countriesChina
Common pathwayBachelor background
Target levelBachelor degree
Offer fieldsBachelor of Arts (English and Literary Studies)
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ChinaBachelor background
Bachelor of Arts (English and Literary Studies)Bachelor degree · Bachelor of Arts (English and Literary Studies) · Offshore
gpa 4GPA 2.76/4.02.76/4.00 · lower band · approx. top 30-35%

Campuses & intake dates

Upcoming intakes

  • CrawleyWAFebruary 2026
  • CrawleyWA