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University of Sydney (USYD)

  • 36% international / 64% domestic

Doctor of Medicine

  • Doctorate (PhD)

Our Doctor of Medicine (MD) is a masters-level degree that provides students with world-class clinical and research training.

Key details

Degree Type
Doctorate (PhD)
Duration
4 years full-time
Study Mode
In person

About this course

About this course

Our Doctor of Medicine (MD) is a masters-level degree that provides students with world-class clinical and research training.

On completion, graduates are eligible for provisional registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a medical practitioner.

Who is it for?

Our Doctor of Medicine (MD) is suitable for graduates from any discipline who are interested in becoming a doctor and have a passion for healthcare.

What it's like to study at the Sydney Medical School.

Study locations

Camperdown/Darlington

Career pathways

Career paths

Most junior doctors make their career choice during their second postgraduate year, most commonly opting for general practice or one of the specialties.

Clinical training under the supervision of one of the specialist colleges (RACGP, RACP, RACS, etc) takes between three and six years in most instances.

Australia is in special need of doctors for rural and remote practice, including Indigenous health care.

Other careers for Sydney medical graduates include:

  • medical research
  • teaching
  • medical administration
  • medical communication or journalism
  • consulting and overseas aid work
Professional accreditation

Graduates are eligible for registration by medical boards in all Australian states and territories and in New Zealand. One year of internship is required prior to full registration.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Medicine courses at University of Sydney (USYD).
77.3%
Overall satisfaction
68.8%
Skill scale
53.8%
Teaching scale
96.8%
Employed full-time
$91.3k
Average salary