Doctor of Medicine (MD-Ochsner)
Information valid for students commencing 2025
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2025
Semester 1 (03 Feb, 2025)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
64
Program code
5741
Faculty
Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
Teaching Location
Clinical Units, Teaching Hosps, St Lucia
Attendance mode
In Person
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Apply OnlineDuration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2025
Semester 1 (03 Feb, 2025)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
64
Program code
5741
Faculty
Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences
Teaching Location
Clinical Units, Teaching Hosps, St Lucia
Attendance mode
In Person
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Graduate Entry: This program is only available to USA citizens/permanent residents.For information on Entry Requirements (Admission Criteria) and How to Apply please see the UQ Ochsner MD Admissions website
CRICOS Code: 0101740
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.PTE Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.BE and OET are not accepted. view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 9
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the MDOCHSNER.
Closing Date
Applications should normally be lodged between April and June in the year preceding enrolment
How to applyEnquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004 within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Doctor of Medicine?
The MD (Oschner) program is a 4-year, full time graduate entry program, with a provisional entry pathway available. Our Vision for our new UQ MD is to nurture and educate future medical graduates who are clinically capable, team players, kind and compassionate, serve responsibly and are dedicated to the continual improvement of the health of people and communities in Queensland, Australia and across the globe. Our UQ MD will comprise a streamlined, cohesive program organisation including an integrated approach to active learning that is built around six key themes: Safe and Effective Clinician; Critical Thinker, Scientist and Scholar; Advocate for Health Improvement; Dynamic Learner and Educator; Kind and Compassionate Professional; Partner and Team Player. UQ MD graduates will be equipped to work across a wide range of communities including rural and regional Australia. There will be early, meaningful clinical experiences facilitated by belonging to a 'learning family' from early in the Program. There will also be a range of student choice and enrichment opportunities available. Graduates will also benefit from a dedicated transition to practice term as part of their final semester of study that will facilitate the safe transition to internship and ongoing medical education.
What you can study
Your four year MD (Ochsner) journey will begin with the Foundations of medical sciences, clinical practice and the role of the doctor in society in year 1. Year 2 will be focused upon developing the knowledge and skills required for medical practice, with a focus on the pathophysiology of common conditions. At least half of your learning opportunities will be in clinical settings in year 2. From year 3 onwards, you will return to Ochsner Clinical School in Louisiana and you will be immersed in various clinical environments both in tertiary and community health settings. The majority of your learning will happen in the clinical 'workplace' setting, supported by structured teaching and learning activities. Your clinical immersion will culminate in a final 'capstone' transition to practice semester in year four which will be focused on providing you with the opportunity to be an active pre-intern member of a clinical team.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to apply
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Graduate Entry: This program is only available to USA citizens/permanent residents.For information on Entry Requirements (Admission Criteria) and How to Apply please see the UQ Ochsner MD Admissions website
Additional application requirements
Applicants must apply via the UQ Ochsner MD Admissions website.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 0101740
English proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.PTE Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.BE and OET are not accepted. View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the MDOCHSNER.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
Applications should normally be lodged between April and June in the year preceding enrolment
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Students are expected to fund travel and living expenses associated with placements, some of which may be outside the Brisbane metropolitan area.
- First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approximately $130 renewed every 3 years)
What you can do with a Doctor of Medicine
Careers
Our medical program is offered in partnership with the Ochsner Health System and is only open to US citizens and permanent residents. You'll graduate with a global perspective and enter the residency match in a strong position, with our 2020 graduating class securing a 97% match rate. Upon graduation, you will be: eligible for ECFMG certification prepared to take the USMLEs for your NRMP match able to practice medicine in all 50 states of the US qualified for medical practice in Australia
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Medical Board of Queensland
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- AUSTRALIAN MEDICAL COUNCIL
Program rules for the Doctor of Medicine
To complete the Doctor of Medicine
To graduate with a Doctor of Medicine a student must have successfully completed all requirements of the program as certified by the Executive Dean. This includes courses to be taken to complete the program and any other specific conditions of the program including admission, enrolment and progression requirements.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
