by: Clarabella Liew

1. Narrow the scope to those approved by the Singapore Medical Council

Australian medical schools approved by the Singapore Medical Council (not ranked)

• Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Adelaide
• School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, The Flinders University ofSouth Australia
• Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, University of Melbourne
• Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, Monash University
• School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Newcastle
• Faculty of Medicine, University of New South Wales
• Faculty of Health Sciences, The University of Queensland Medical School
• Faculty of Medicine, University of Sydney
• Faculty of Health Science, University of Tasmania
• Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Western Australia

Information taken from: http://www.smc.gov.sg/html/1153709442948.html (accurate as of July 2009)

2. Look at the entry requirements, duration of study and estimated course fees

Undergraduate Entry

 

Preferred Pathway into University of Melbourne Graduate Entry Medicine

 

Graduate Entry

Notes :

1. This information in this table should be used as a guide only. Please refer to detailed institutional brochures or handbooks for specific details and conditions.
2. GCE A levels calculation of score: A = 5 points, B = 4 points, C = 3 points, D = 2 points, E = 1 or 0 points (depending on University).
3. Indicative published scores. Entry is not guaranteed at these scores. Typical minimum entry requirement 4 ‘A’s.
4. Additional UNSW Medicine Application Form, and Registration of Interest Form (online) at http://www.med.unsw.edu.au/medweb.nsf/page/Registration_Interest
5. Direct applications from international students wishing to be considered for entry to the Bachelor of Medicine – Joint Medical Program are no longer accepted.
6. There will be an 8% increase in fees annually.
7. PQA – Personal Qualities Assessment. PQA registration Fee is AUD$200 in a bankdraft payable to ‘The University of Adelaide, Faculty of Health Sciences’ or via credit card. Application must reach Adelaide by 30/6/2008 (TBC).
8. Fees Indicative for first 2 years. Fees for Medical subjects are significantly higher at A$43 600 for 2009.
9. UMAT – Undergraduate Medicine & Health Sciences Admissions Test. Register at http://www.umat.acer.edu.au/ in April 2008. Test on 30 July 2008. Results release in late September. Estimated total UMAT 2008 Test Fee is AUD$325 (comprising of Registration Fee of AUD$160 and overseas testing levy of AUD$165).The new UMAT 2008 Information Booklet will be available in March 2008.
10. Application Fee of AUD$110 for MBBS payable by credit card only.
11. ISAT – International Student Admissions Test. Register at http://www.acer.edu.au/ Registration opens on Feb 2008. Application closes 2 weeks before each test date. Test will be held in IDP. ISAT Test Fee of AUD$270 payable by credit card only.
12. Application Fee of AUD$100 for MBBS & BDS, payment mode by credit card or bankdraft.
13. GAMSAT – Please note the separate GAMSAT information sheet. Deadline for registration – 25 January 2008. Test date – 15 March 2008.
14. July Intake Only (Graduate-Entry). With effect from 2011, the graduate-entry program intake will commence in Semester 1 (Feb) and the course duration will be 4 years.

Information accurate as of10/03/2008.

Adapted from IDP Singapore

3. Do background research

Find out what each course has to offer. Some courses are 5 years and some are 6. Some come with a additional bio med science degree and others don’t. Its good to browse through the university web sites to have an idea of what the course structure is like

4. Decide on the universities suitable for you

You could apply to all of them, but that could mean paying for more tests than you need. Once you have made your decision, you’re ready to submit your application!

5. Apply

Best way to apply is through one of IDP’s university fairs. Application fees are usually waved during these events, and they offer great advise.

6. Take necessary tests

(IELTS/PQA/ISAT/UMAT/GAMSAT/MCAT) – refer to point 2 for details

7. Prepare for interview (if any) while waiting for results of application

Think about what you want to say and dress well for the interview!

If you need additional help, do feel free to consult our forum or email us at info@smsv.sg!