The B Medicine - Joint Medical Program (BMed-JMP) is offered jointly by the University of Newcastle and the University of New England. The curriculum for this program will be identical at both institutions. Applicants successful in gaining entry to the BMed - JMP will be offered a place at either University of Newcastle or University of New England based on the preference listed on their JMP direct on-line University application.

Admission to candidature shall be determined on the basis of previous Year 12 studies, or Higher education qualifications, and results of the Undergraduate Medicine and Health Sciences Admissions Test (UMAT); and interview as determined by the Joint Medical Program Governing Committee.

Practical, Clinical or Work Experience

Candidates will be required to spend up to 2 semesters away from their university of enrolment while undertaking clinical placements. Time spent in the Year 3 Health Equity Selective and the Year 5 Primary Health Care Selective shall not be included in the minimum 2-semester clinical placement requirement. Candidates may elect to undertake placements of up to 2 years in an approved 'away' location. Candidates will be responsible for all costs associated with travel and accommodation for 'away' placements.

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Last Updated: 29 September 2012

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