Doctor of Medicine
Griffith University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00233E
This degree will help you take your first step on the road to becoming a doctor. Through a combination of Team-based learning, small group practical and clinical skills sessions, plus extensive clinical placements and considerable online resources, you will develop the skills, knowledge and attributes necessary to succeed as an intern. As a graduate, you will be caring and competent and have a fundamental understanding of the science of medicine. You will develop communication skills and learn about the art and science of medicine in its wider social and ethical context. You will take part in extensive clinical placements in healthcare facilities ranging from rural settings through to the Gold Coast University Hospital. You will also develop an understanding of the importance of lifelong learning and learn how to be resourceful in seeking information and adapting to new technologies.
Structure
Credit points 320
Subjects
- Introduction to Clinical Practice 1 - 8111MED
- Community Medicine and Professional Practice 1 - 8121MED
- Foundations of Medicine 1 - 8131MED
- Introduction to Clinical Practice 2 - 8112MED
- Community Medicine and Professional Practice 2 - 8122MED
- Foundations of Medicine 2 - 8132MED
- Introduction to Clinical Practice 3 - 8211MED
- Community Medicine and Professional Practice 3 - 8221MED
- Foundations of Medicine 3 - 8231MED
- Advanced Communication, Law and Ethics - 8252MED
- Preparation for Research - 8262MED
- Transition to Clinical Practice - 8240MED
- Clinical Medicine Year 3 - 8300MED_Y1 (sub-topics: Medicine
- Surgery
- Women's Health
- Children's Health
- Mental Health
- Aged Care and Cancer Care)
- Clinical Medicine Year 3 - 8300MED_Y2 (sub-topics: Medicine
- Surgery
- Women's Health
- Children's Health
- Mental Health
- Aged Care and Cancer Care)
- Clinical Medicine Year 4 - 8400MED_Y1 (sub-topics: Emergency Medicine
- General Practice
- Medical and Surgical Sub-specialties)
- Clinical Medicine Year 4 - 8400MED_Y2 (sub-topics: Emergency Medicine
- General Practice
- Medical and Surgical Sub-specialties)
Standard entry requirements
Any Bachelor degree or other key degree (5.0 GPA) and GAMSAT (minimum score of 50 in each section) or MCAT (123 in each section).
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Gold Coast | International: $324,000 | No |
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