Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
James Cook University
About
JCU Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery graduates are exceptionally-skilled doctors who are employed in a range of medical settings.Graduates pursue careers in private practice, public health, the defence force, academia, and education.Depending on your specialisation and further study, you could find employment in a range of specialities including, but not limited to General Practitioner, anaesthetist, dermatologist, obstetrician, oncologist, paediatrician, psychiatrist, radiologist, surgeon, academic, or medical educator.You will be equipped with the skills to work in a range of diverse settings from regional, rural, remote, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and beyond.Graduates of the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery are eligible to register to work a one-year internship in Australia or New Zealand.
Completion of your internship can lead you to further training in a chosen specialisation.Graduates of this course are eligible to apply for registration with the Medical Board of Australia.
Structure
CORE SUBJECTS
Level 1
Teaching Period 1:
MD1010:12 Introduction to Integrated Medical Studies Part 1 of 2
Teaching Period 2:
MD1020:12 Introduction to Integrated Medical Studies Part 2 of 2
Level 2
Teaching Period 1:
MD2011:12 Integrated Human System Pathophysiology Part 1 of 2
Teaching Period 2:
MD2012:12 Integrated Human System Pathophysiology Part 2 of 2
Level 3
Teaching Period 1:
MD3011:09 Introduction to Clinical Healthcare Part1 of 2
PLUS
MD3000:03 Selective Study or select 3 credit points of subjects chosen in consultation with the course coordinator.
(Other tertiary offerings may be considered under exceptional circumstances at the Dean’s discretion. This subject provides an opportunity for students to extend themselves into an area of study where they previously have little or no background.)
Teaching Period 2:
MD3012:12 Introduction to Clinical Healthcare Part 2 of 2
Level 4
Teaching Period 1:
MD4011:03 Integrated Pathology and Clinical Medicine Part 1 of 3
MD4012:09 Integrated Pathology and Clinical Medicine Part 2 of 3
Teaching Period 2:
MD4013:12 Integrated Pathology and Clinical Medicine Part 3 of 3
Level 5
Teaching Period 1:
MD5010:06 Integrated Clinical Practice Part 1 of 3
MD5020:09 Integrated Clinical Practice Part 2 of 3
Teaching Period 2:
MD5030:09 Integrated Clinical Practice Part 3 of 3
Level 6
Teaching Period 1:
MD6010:06 Advanced Clinical Medicine Part 1 of 3
MD6020:09 Advanced Clinical Medicine Part 2 of 3
Teaching Period 2:
MD6030:09 Advanced Clinical Medicine Part 3 of 3
Entry requirements
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| Course pre-requisites | English, Mathematical Methods, Chemistry (Units 3/4,C) |
| Minimum English language proficiency requirements | Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band 3b – Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy. Students also need to take note that in accordance with the National Registration Board’s requirement, they must hold a valid IELTS (academic module) minimum score of 7.0 in all components within 2 years prior to applying for registration |
| Additional selection requirements | Submit JCU internal application form by 30th September. Interview (by invitation) The written application form (and other information published by JCU or otherwise made available to students when applying), may specify additional criteria to be considered in ranking applicants in order of merit if the number of applications exceeds a quota or other limit on the places made available for the course. Information provided by applicants during the application process and any other information obtained by JCU in the application process may be used by JCU to rank applicants in order of merit by reference to those additional criteria. |
| Course includes mandatory professional placement(s) | Clinical placement/professional practice: This course includes prescribed professional or clinical placements. Students may be required to undertake such placements away from the campus at which they are enrolled, at their own expense (Note: health professional courses generally involve extensive professional or clinical placements). Further information about placements can be found at Coursework Enrolment Procedure. |
| Post admission requirements | This course may have specific admission requirements such as immunisation, a Suitability to Work with Children Card, a federal police check and/or other conditions that students must comply with. Students must complete all professional experience placement requirements by the prescribed deadlines and maintain currency of these requirements in order to stay admitted in the course. You will find your course requirements here: https://www.jcu.edu.au/professional-experience-placement/preparation-checklists |
Learning outcomes
Excel with small classes and personalised support from passionate teachers in state-of-the-art facilities. Develop extensive clinical skills to make a real difference in the health of regional, rural, remote and Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Consolidate theoretical study with hands-on clinical placements from your first year. Gain valuable experience with extended placements in diverse communities, from the outback to the Torres Strait.
JCU Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery graduates are highly-skilled, sought-after doctors with the expertise and motivation to succeed in a competitive field. Additional information
View the Handbook for a detailed overview of available subjects, as well as pre-placement requirements.
Honours
The Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (Honours) degree is available for high-achieving students. It consists of extra study and the development of a personal research project and thesis.
An Honours degree is usually essential for entry to research higher degrees.
Please refer to the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (Honours) Handbook for eligibility information.
Institution
