Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
Please contact the faculty regarding the duration of this program.
Commencing 2013
Any
Program level
Postgraduate Research
Units
8
Program code
7504
Faculty
Location
Herston
Delivery mode
External
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Awards from this University: MBBS for not less than 7 years; MMedSc or MPhil for not less than 3 years; PhD in a branch of medicine.
Fees for Australian students
Australian students (including Australian citizens or permanent residents and New Zealand citizens) are currently exempt from paying tuition fees for Doctor of Medicine (MD) studies.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Faculty of Health Sciences.
Closing Date
Applications are able to be submitted for research higher degree programs at any time.
Enquiries for Australian students
Ms Maxine Wienert
Email: m.wienert1@uq.edu.au
Phone: +61 7 3365 5137
Duration
Please contact the faculty regarding the duration of this program.
Commencing 2013
Any
Program level
Postgraduate Research
Units
8
Program code
7504
Faculty
Location
Herston
Delivery mode
External
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Awards from this University: MBBS for not less than 7 years; MMedSc or MPhil for not less than 3 years; PhD in a branch of medicine.
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
Tuition fees do not apply to Higher Doctorates; however an examination fee may apply.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through Faculty of Health Sciences.
Closing Date
Applications are able to be submitted for research higher degree programs at any time.
Enquiries for International students
Ms Maxine Wienert
Phone: +61 7 3365 5137
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Email: m.wienert1@uq.edu.au
Why study the Doctor of Medicine?
As the highest academic award in medicine, the Doctor of Medicine (MD) is designed to give formal public recognition to scholars who have made substantial, original and outstanding contributions to medical science as evidenced by their published work.
The MD is a higher doctorate gained by the compilation of published work on a coherent theme and is judged by national and international peers. It must demonstrate the candidate's authoritative standing in the field and achievements in the advancement of knowledge.
What you can study
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Awards from this University: MBBS for not less than 7 years; MMedSc or MPhil for not less than 3 years; PhD in a branch of medicine.
Additional application information
A student may hold qualifications from another tertiary institution, for not less than 7 years, which is considered equivalent to the MBBS & has carried out a substantial part of the work associated with the proposed candidature at or in connection with this University.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Faculty of Health Sciences.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
Applications are able to be submitted for research higher degree programs at any time.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Awards from this University: MBBS for not less than 7 years; MMedSc or MPhil for not less than 3 years; PhD in a branch of medicine.
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 Faculty of Health Sciences.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
Applications are able to be submitted for research higher degree programs at any time.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Australian students (including Australian citizens or permanent residents and New Zealand citizens) are
currently exempt from paying tuition fees for Doctor of Medicine (MD) studies.
Fees for International students
Tuition fees do not apply to Higher Doctorates; however an examination fee may apply.
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.
What you can do with a Doctor of Medicine
Careers
As the highest award in Medicine, the MD is designed to give formal public recognition to scholars who have made a substantial, original and distinguished contribution to the field of medical science. Eligibility for the award is assessed on the basis of published scholarly work that is judged by national and international peers to indicate the candidate's authoritative standing in the field and achievements in the advancement of knowledge.
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Doctor of Medicine
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.
Eligibility for the award is assessed on the basis of published scholarly work that is judged by national and international peers to indicate the candidate's authoritative standing in the field of medical science and achievements in the advancement of knowledge. Refer to MD rules for further information.
