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About the course
This rural entry pathway supports applicants with a rural background to apply for the Flinders Doctor of Medicine through the South Australia Rural Medical (SARM) Program. It is designed to help address doctor shortages in rural and remote communities by promoting rural placements and rural-located study options. Eligibility is based on living in an eligible rural area for a specified period and completing the required application steps for the Doctor of Medicine (rural entry) pathway in Medicine.
Career outcome
Graduates of the Flinders Doctor of Medicine who enter via the rural pathway are prepared for medical practice with strong exposure to rural and remote healthcare settings. The pathway emphasises experience in communities with workforce shortages, supporting future careers in rural general practice, regional hospital medicine, and a range of specialist training routes that serve rural populations. This rural entry pathway leads into a Doctoral-level qualification focused on clinical practice in Medicine.
Living Costs in Adelaide**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 16 - 21 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,144 - 1,514 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 836 - 1,105 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 5 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 225 - 297 |
Average Salary***
