Master of Medicine (MMed)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5398
Faculty
Location
Herston
Delivery mode
External
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Medicine.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Students must have completed:
(i) an MBBS or equivalent degree from a recognised institution; and
(ii) have completed a minimum of two years clinical practice post graduation.
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 25200
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Apply online
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineEnquiries for Australian students
Gillian Vey (General Practice)
Email: skincancer@uq.edu.au
g.vey@uq.edu.au (general practice)
Phone: 07 334 64676 (Skin Cancer)
07 3365 5379 (General Practice)
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
16
Program code
5398
Faculty
Location
Herston
Delivery mode
External
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Medicine.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Students must have completed:
(i) an MBBS or equivalent degree from a recognised institution; and
(ii) have completed a minimum of two years clinical practice post graduation.
International students, studying on a student visa, may not undertake the program on campus at UQ on a full time basis; they may only study from their home countries and will not be eligible for an Australian student visa.
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy). View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 32050
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 30 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
Gillian Vey (General Practice)
Phone: 07 334 64676 (Skin Cancer)
07 3365 5379 (General Practice)
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: skincancer@uq.edu.au (Skin Cancer)
g.vey@uq.edu.au (General Practice)
Why study the Master of Medicine?
This program offers continuing profession education for doctors, particularly general practitioners.
Fields of study are offered in:
Skin Cancer Medicine, and
General Practice.
Only the Skin Cancer Medicine field of study is available to international students.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Medicine.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Medicine
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Students must have completed:
(i) an MBBS or equivalent degree from a recognised institution; and
(ii) have completed a minimum of two years clinical practice post graduation.
Apply online
Apply online to the Master of Medicine.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Students must have completed:
(i) an MBBS or equivalent degree from a recognised institution; and
(ii) have completed a minimum of two years clinical practice post graduation.
Visa requirements
International students, studying on a student visa, may not undertake the program on campus at UQ on a full time basis; they may only study from their home countries and will not be eligible for an Australian student visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy). View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 2 - May 30 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Domestic full-fee place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 25200
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 32050
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Master of Medicine
To complete the Master of Medicine, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #16 from the MMed list in the chosen field of study. Refer to the MMed Rules for further information.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Master of Medicine.
Program Rules for the Master of Medicine
Early exit points
Based upon course selection, students may be able to exit this award with the:
