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About the course
UQ’s Doctor of Medicine (MD) provides a world-class, clinically focused medical education with early patient contact and integrated active learning. The revised program builds clinical, professional and procedural skills through a learning-community model and progressive placements in community and hospital settings. Enrichment opportunities and a dedicated Transition to Practice term support your move into internship and a global medical career. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.
Career outcome
Graduates are prepared for supervised practice as a junior doctor and progression into internship/residency, leading to specialist training or general practice pathways. The program’s strong clinical immersion supports work in hospitals and community health settings, with capability in patient-centred care, teamwork and clinical reasoning. Career directions include medical practice across a wide range of specialties and healthcare systems in Australia and internationally. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.
Living Costs in Brisbane**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314 |
Average Salary***
