Improving lives and contributing to healthier communities is one of the most rewarding things you can do. A career in medicine or health – as a doctor, physiotherapist, medical researcher or other health professional – is exciting and dynamic, and provides an opportunity to make a real difference. 

This innovative and accelerated degree focuses on human clinical sciences and builds the foundational professional skills you’ll need for a career in medicine, allied health or medical research professions.

Key Features

• This degree is the ideal preparation for graduate-entry medicine programs, such as the Macquarie MD, or other postgraduate degrees in related fields, such as physiotherapy, public health and medical research. As a graduate, you’ll also be suited to a range of professional roles in industry or government organisations.
• You’ll get to your career goal sooner by fast-tracking your studies – you can complete your degree in two years instead of three by using an additional session in the summer break.
• You’ll have the option to receive targeted preparation for medical school admissions tests and interviews.
• This degree will build your practical skills through the use of the latest simulation technology and through working with human anatomical specimens.
• You’ll learn in an environment that is home to Macquarie University Hospital – Australia’s first and only not-for-profit hospital on a university campus.
• You’ll have the opportunity to undertake work experience in a healthcare setting or a medical research facility.
• You’ll develop a broad knowledge of the fundamental biochemical, physiological, and anatomical workings of the human body that is necessary to confidently pursue careers in the field of health and medicine.

• You’ll gain skills in critical thinking, problem solving, communication, ethics and personal reflection – all of which will help you prepare for a career in professional healthcare or medical research.

• Allied health clinics and companies 
• Hospitals 
• Medical offices 
• Medical research laboratories 
• Universities