Bachelor of Medical Science (Degree with Honours)
Course code: BH-MEDSCI
This course is available to international students only
January, July
AUD $64,032 (2026 indicative first year fee)
IELTS 7 (with no bands less than 6.5)
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for the Admissions criteria
The Bachelor of Medical Science (Degree with Honours) is offered to undergraduate/graduate medical and dental students from selected international schools that hold an agreement with the University of Melbourne.
This program is only open to enrolled students/graduates of universities with which the University of Melbourne has an agreement confirming the availability of the program.
To be considered for entry into this course, applicants must:
- Have completed a Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (AQF7), Bachelor of Dentistry (AQF7), or a bachelor degree (AQF7) in a cognate (relevant) discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 70%, or equivalent, within the last 5 years.
Cognate (relevant) disciplines include: Health science.
Where degree levels are referenced, levels align with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Applications are assessed against these standards.
Where our admission criteria includes a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) and/or specific subject criteria, these are based on University of Melbourne grades and subjects. If you've studied elsewhere, we'll assess your relevant prior studies and equivalent grades. Your final WAM may be adjusted depending on your previous institution's accreditation, subject grading, and pass marks.
English language requirement
Applicants must satisfy the University's English language requirements. Level 2 English scores are required for this course.
Selection methodology
When assessing and, where relevant, ranking applications, the Selection Committee will consider:
- Prior academic performance
- Relevance of previous study
The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Selection and Admission Policy.
Meeting the minimum entry and English language requirements does not guarantee selection.