This intercalated research degree is available to medical students who have completed MBChB Part III and passed the courses for MBChB Part III with a minimum of a B average.
It provides you with a unique opportunity to undertake original research and gain in-depth knowledge in a particular field of medical science.
It’s a pathway for students interested in pursuing postgraduate studies at masters and PhD level, and enhances graduates career and study options.
120-point programme with
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One consecutive year full-time or up to two consecutive years part-time.
You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
MBChB Part III
You must have completed the first three years of your Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) and passed your Part III courses, or equivalent prior study, with an average GPA of 5.0 or higher.
Your application will also need to be approved by the Dean of the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences.
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
An undergraduate degree in medicine and surgery
No bands less than 6.0.
You must have completed an undergraduate degree in medicine and surgery (or similar field of study) at a recognised university (or similar institution). You will require a GPE of 5.0 or higher in 75% of your most advanced-level courses.
You also need to have a supervisor and topic confirmed.
Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $9.44 per point, estimated at $1,132.80 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
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Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Semester One | Starts – 2 March |
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| Ends – 29 June |
| Semester One | Starts – 1 March |
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| Ends – 28 June |
See important dates for the academic year, including orientation, enrolment, study breaks, exams, and graduation.
This programme is for students interested in pursuing postgraduate studies at masters and PhD level. We advise that the University of Auckland is not involved in the employment of graduates and can make no guarantee of post-qualification registration or employment in New Zealand or any other country.
Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.
We advise that the University of Auckland is not involved in the employment of graduates and can make no guarantee of post-qualification registration or employment in New Zealand or any other country.
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