13th April 2026
Charles Sturt University’s New Independent Medicine Program
Charles Sturt University (CSU) is launching its own independent medical program, the Bachelor of Clinical Science (Medicine)/Doctor of Medicine, with its first cohort commencing in March 2027. Previously, CSU delivered the medical course jointly with Western Sydney University through the Joint Program in Medicine. If you are planning to apply for entry into medicine in 2027, here is what you ...
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23rd March 2026
UQ’s New Doctor of Medicine Pathway
The University of Queensland is introducing a new undergraduate medicine pathway beginning in 2027 — the Bachelor of Medical Science / Doctor of Medicine. If you are planning to apply for medicine in 2026 for 2027 entry, here is what you need to know. What Is UQ's New Medicine Pathway? The Bachelor of Medical Science / Doctor of Medicine is a vertical dual degree program ...
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17th March 2026
The Casper Test – What You Need to Know
Entry to medical courses remains extremely competitive. Faced with huge numbers of prospective students, universities are constantly developing new tests and assessments to best determine which candidates are a good fit for the medical degree and the medical career that follows. Among these is the Casper test, a test that is being implemented by some Australian universities as a compon ...
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18th February 2026
ATTENTION PARENTS: 5 Ways to Help Your Son or Daughter Get Into Medicine
Great things never come easy. Medicine is an incredibly rewarding, secure, well-paid and respected profession in Australia. It is also the hardest course to get into. Furthermore, the final years of high school are a stressful and demanding time for your son or daughter, and the need to sit the UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) places additional pressure on them ...
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6th February 2026
Why Are There Differences in the Way Universities Use UCAT for Medical Entry?
Universities vary significantly in how they use UCAT for entry into medicine. This blog explores the differences and the reasons behind them. Which universities use UCAT for entry? Most universities use UCAT for entry into undergraduate medicine and dentistry. Some universities offer medical entry programs for school leavers without the need for UCAT. These include James Cook Un ...
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13th January 2026
Bond Psychometric Test and Bond University Medicine Admission
If you missed out on a place in medicine at one of the public universities, you should consider medicine at Bond University. Note that medicine at Bond University is a full-fee paying course, however, it can be cheaper than attending other full fee programs such as those at public universities like Macquarie or Melbourne University, particularly when you consider the opportunity cost involved. ...
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4th December 2025
UCAT vs GAMSAT
There are two major pathways into medicine: the undergraduate route (which generally requires you to sit UCAT) and the graduate route (which generally requires GAMSAT). As an aspiring medical student, it can be difficult to know which pathway to take, particularly when some universities strongly market the graduate route. MedEntry recommends that you choose the undergraduate (UCAT) route, a ...
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29th October 2025
Newcastle Medicine Interview Offers Released: 2510 UCAT Cut-Off for Non-Rural Applicants
The University of Newcastle has released 2025 medicine interview offers for the Joint Medical Program (JMP), with the UCAT ANZ cut-off for non-rural applicants reaching 2510 (98th percentile). Medicine entry has become increasingly competitive across Australia and New Zealand. This year's 2510 UCAT cut-off demonstrates just how high the bar has risen, with even very strong candidates ...
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17th October 2025
Monash Interview Rounds Explained
Since Monash university offers the only undergraduate medical degree in Victoria, entry into Monash is extremely competitive. If you're applying for medicine at Monash University, understanding how the interview selection process works is an important part of your application strategy. At Monash, interview offers are released in stages depending on various criteria. This blog will ...
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11th September 2025
UCAT ANZ Score Advice: What Should You Do Now?
This blog will help you interpret your UCAT score and provide advice on what you should do now. Scores above 2310 Interpretation Students scoring above 2310, in general, have a good chance of receiving an interview offer, provided they meet the minimum required ATAR for the particular university and course. A score of ≥2310 equates to approximately the 90th percentile, whic ...
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