Duration
Full-time: 6 years
Next start date
2027 Semester One – 1 March
2028 Semester One – 28 February
Available locations
Grafton
Points
720
Programme type
Undergraduate

Programme overview

If you’re curious about the human body and health, enjoy problem‑solving, and want to work closely with people, a career in medicine could be the right fit for you.

  • You’ll learn how to diagnose and treat illness, and how to support
    people to lead healthier lives, and how to work effectively within
    healthcare teams.
  • The degree has a strong focus on hands‑on, real‑world learning, with extensive clinical placement opportunities.
  • You’ll also have opportunities to learn about rural medicine with opportunities for rural placements, where you can spend a full year living and training in a rural community, such as at a general practice or hospital.

Our MBChB programme is accredited by the Australian Medical Council on behalf of the Medical Council of New Zealand.

Entry into the MBChB is limited and competitive. There are 317 domestic places available each year.

There are two application categories for entry into the MBChB, please click on the entry requirements tab below for full details.

School leavers cannot apply directly to the MBChB; they are advised to apply via First Year entry.

Please note:

Programme structure

  • In Year two (Part II) you are required to complete a core course that focuses on the basic medical and health sciences while being introduced to professional and clinical aspects of medical practice (120 points).
  • In Year three (Part III) you have two core courses: Medical Humanities and a course focusing on human health and illness (120 points).
  • In Years four (Part IV), five (Part V) and six (Part VI) you learn predominantly in hospital and community environments, with rotating study in a number of disciplines for 35 to 42 weeks of the year (120 points).
  • All years must be passed in their entirety before you are permitted to graduate with the degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB).

Check these frequently asked questions about the MBChB

Most students need to take one General Education course.

Students should also be aware of the University’s Academic English Language Requirement.

For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

Sample programme structure

Year 2 120 points

  • Code:
    MBCHB 221A/B
    Name:
    MBChB Part II
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    120 pts

Year 3 120 points

  • Code:
    MBCHB 321A/B
    Name:
    MBChB Part III
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    105 pts
  • Code:
    MBCHB 311A/B
    Name:
    Medical Humanities
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts

Year 4 120 points

  • Code:
    MBCHB 401A/B
    Name:
    MBChB Part IV
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    120 pts

Year 5 120 points

  • Code:
    MBCHB 501A
    Name:
    MBChB Part V
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    120 pts

Year 6 120 points

  • Code:
    MBCHB 551A/B
    Name:
    MBChB Part VI
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    120 pts

2027 entry requirements

My highest qualification is from:

Category One: First Year entry from the BHSc or BSc (Biomedical Science) only

The below entry requirements relate to 2027 entry only:
 
First Year applicants need to complete the eight required courses (listed below) in the first year of either the Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) or the Bachelor of Science (BSc) Biomedical Science at the University of Auckland. This needs to be completed on a full time basis and in the year of application for MBChB. Only the first attempt for these courses will be considered for MBChB admission in the First Year category.
 
First Year BHSc courses:

First Year BSc (Biomedical Science) courses:

Interview eligibility
You will need to achieve a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 6.0 across the 7 first year courses listed in bold above, with no fails, to be eligible for consideration for an admission interview (MMI – Multi Mini Interviews). All applicants must also pass WTRMHS 100 or WTRSCI 100.

Interview Ranking
If eligible, you will be ranked for interview invitation. This ranking will be based on your grades in the courses listed in bold above. If your final grades are not available at the time of interview ranking, an interim grade (highest possible) will be temporarily assigned. Official final results will be used for the final selection. 
 
Final Selection Ranking
Applicants will be offered admission to the programme according to the rank order until the available places in the category are filled. Interviewed applicants’ final ranking is based on a weighting of the following components:
  • GPA for four courses (BIOSCI 107, CHEM 110, MEDSCI 142, POPLHLTH 111): 60%
  • UCAT ANZ Final Score: 15%
  • Multi Mini Interview: 25%

Please note that selection criteria may change from year to year. For further information, refer to our FAQs or submit an online enquiry.

 

The below entry requirements relate to 2028 entry only:

First year applicants must complete eight courses (see below) in the first year of one of the following University of Auckland programmes:

  • Bachelor of Biomedical Science (BBiomedSc)
  • Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) – Community Health major
  • Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) – Health Systems and Data Analytics major
  • Bachelor of Science (BSc) – Cell and Molecular Bioscience major
  • Bachelor of Science (BSc) – Exercise Sciences major
  • Bachelor of Science (BSc) – Medicinal Chemistry major
  • Bachelor of Science (BSc) – Nutrition major 
  • Bachelor of Science (BSc) – Pharmacology major
  • Bachelor of Science (BSc) – Physiology major

First Year required courses (BHSc or BBiomedSc):

First Year required courses (BSc):

This study must be completed on a full time basis and in the year of application for MBChB. Only the first attempt for these courses will be considered for admission in the First Year category. 

First Year entry applicants must:

  • achieve a minimum GPA of 6.0 across the four core courses (BIOSCI 107, CHEM 190, POPLHLTH 111 and MEDSCI 142)
  • have no grade lower than a B in any of their eight first year courses
  • have completed the University of Auckland situational judgement test (Casper) in the year of application

Interview eligibility and invitation
Interview places will be offered to applicants enrolled in the eight required courses in an eligible programme who:

  • achieve a minimum GPA of 6.0 across BIOSCI 107, CHEM 190, POPLHLTH 111 and MEDSCI 142, including interim grades (highest possible grade) for any courses in Semester Two, and
  • have no grade lower than a B in any of their Semester One courses

Final selection eligibility
Following the release of Semester Two grades, eligibility of applicants is reconfirmed by assessing applicants have:

  • achieved a minimum GPA of 6.0 across BIOSCI 107, CHEM 190, POPLHLTH 111 and MEDSCI 142, and
  • no grade lower than a B in any of their eight courses

Final selection ranking
Applicants will be offered admission to the programme according to the rank order until the available places in the category are filled. Interviewed applicants’ final ranking is based on a weighting of the following components:

  • MMI fair score: 50% (a minimum threshold will apply)
  • Situational judgement test (Casper): 50% 

Please note that selection criteria may change from year to year. For further information, refer to our FAQs or submit an online enquiry.

Category Two: Graduate Entry

The below entry requirements relate to 2027 entry only:

International applicants
International applicants please refer to the relevant international admissions information by selecting 'Outside New Zealand' on the radio button above. Please note that your status is determined by your citizenship/residency, not where you completed your degree. 

Domestic applicants
To apply for the MBChB under the Graduate entry category, domestic graduates must have successfully completed, normally in the minimum academic time and no more than five years prior to the date of application, a degree, postgraduate degree or postgraduate diploma from a New Zealand university with a minimum Grade Point Average of 6.0 (B+) or equivalent.

Depending on your previous study, you may need to undertake some or all of the First Year courses before commencing Part II. If you are required to take Part I courses, you must pass all these courses within one year in order to proceed to Part II. This will be assessed as part of your application for admission.

Interview Eligibility
In order to be eligible for consideration for an admission interview (MMI – Multi Mini Interviews), domestic applicants will need to complete, normally in the minimum academic time and no more than five years prior to the date of application, a degree, postgraduate degree or postgraduate diploma from a New Zealand university with a cumulative Grade Point Average of at least 6.0 (B+) or equivalent.

Interview Ranking
If eligible you will be ranked for interview invitations. This ranking will be based on the cumulative GPA from your qualifying programme. If your final grades are not available at the time of interview ranking, an interim grade (highest possible grade) will be temporarily assigned. Official final results will be used for the final selection.

Final Selection (Offer) Ranking
Applicants will be ranked for final offer selection based on a weighting of the following components:

  • Cumulative GPA from your qualifying programme: 60%
  • UCAT ANZ Final Score: 15%
  • Multi Mini Interview: 25%

Please note that selection criteria may change from year to year. For further information, refer to our FAQs or submit an online enquiry.

 

The below entry requirements relate to 2028 entry only:

International applicants
International applicants please refer to the relevant international admissions information by selecting “Outside New Zealand” on the radio button above. Please note that your status is determined by your citizenship/residency, not where you completed your degree.

Domestic applicants
To apply for the MBChB under the Graduate entry category, domestic graduates must have successfully completed, normally in the minimum academic time and no more than five years prior to the date of application, a degree, postgraduate degree or postgraduate diploma from a New Zealand university with a minimum Grade Point Average of 6.0 (B+) or equivalent. Applicants must have completed the University of Auckland situational judgement test (Casper) in the year of application.

Depending on your previous study, you may need to undertake some or all of the First Year courses before commencing Part II. If you are required to take Part I courses, you must pass all these courses within one year in order to proceed to Part II. This will be assessed as part of your application for admission.

Interview eligibility and invitation
In order to be eligible for consideration for an admission interview (MMI – Multi Mini Interviews), domestic applicants will need to complete, normally in the minimum academic time and no more than five years prior to the date of application, a degree, postgraduate degree or postgraduate diploma from a New Zealand university with a cumulative GPA of at least 6.0 (B+) or equivalent.

Applicants with a GPA of 6.0 or higher will be offered an interview. If final grades are not available at the time an applicant’s eligibility for an interview is determined, an interim grade (highest possible grade) will be temporarily assigned.

Final selection eligibility
Following the release of final grades, eligibility of applicants is reconfirmed by assessing applicants have achieved a minimum GPA of 6.0.

Graduate applicants who are due to complete their degree in the year of application, must provide finalised results no later than 30 November in the year of application.

Final selection ranking
Applicants will be offered admission to the programme according to the rank order until the available places in the category are filled. Interviewed applicants’ final ranking is based on a weighting of the following components:

  • MMI fair score: 50% (a minimum threshold will apply)
  • Situational judgement test (Casper): 50%

Please note that selection criteria may change from year to year. For further information, refer to our FAQs or submit an online enquiry.

Other pathways to study

You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:

Category One: First Year entry from the BHSc or BSc (Biomedical Science) only

The below entry requirements relate to 2027 entry only:

First Year applicants need to complete the eight required courses (listed below) in the first year of either the Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) or the Bachelor of Science (BSc) Biomedical Science at the University of Auckland. This needs to be completed on a full time basis and in the year of application for MBChB. Only the first attempt for these courses will be considered for MBChB admission in the First Year category.

First Year BHSc courses:

First Year BSc (Biomedical Science) courses:

Interview Eligibility
You will need to achieve a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 6.0 across the seven first year courses listed above in bold, with no fails, to be eligible for consideration for an admission interview (MMI – Multi Mini Interviews). All students must pass WTRMHS 100 or WTRSCI 100.

Interview Ranking
If eligible, you will be ranked for interview invitation. This ranking will be based on your grades in the courses (in bold above). If your final grades are not available at the time of interview ranking, an interim grade (highest possible) will be temporarily assigned. Official final results will be used for the final selection. 

Final Selection Ranking
Applicants will be offered admission to the programme according to the rank order until the available places in the category are filled. Interviewed applicants’ final ranking is based on a weighting of the following components:

  • GPA for four courses (BIOSCI 107, CHEM 110, MEDSCI 142. POPLHLTH 111): 60%
  • UCAT ANZ Final Score: 15%
  • Multi Mini Interview: 25%

Please note that selection criteria may change from year to year. For further information, refer to our FAQs or submit an online enquiry.

 

The below entry requirements relate to 2028 entry only:

First Year applicants must complete eight courses (see below) in the first year of one of the following University of Auckland programmes:

  • Bachelor of Biomedical Science (BBiomedSc)
  • Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) – Community Health major
  • Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) – Health Systems and Data Analytics major
  • Bachelor of Science (BSc) – Cell and Molecular Bioscience major
  • Bachelor of Science (BSc) – Exercise Sciences major
  • Bachelor of Science (BSc) – Medicinal Chemistry major
  • Bachelor of Science (BSc) – Nutrition major
  • Bachelor of Science (BSc) – Pharmacology major
  • Bachelor of Science (BSc) – Physiology major

First Year required courses (BHSc or BBiomedSc):

First Year required courses (BSc):

This study must be completed on a full time basis and in the year of application for MBChB. Only the first attempt for these courses will be considered for admission in the First Year category.

First Year entry applicants must:

  • achieve a minimum GPA of 6.0 across the four core courses (BIOSCI 107, CHEM 190, POPLHLTH 111 and MEDSCI 142)
  • have no grade lower than a B in any of their eight first year courses
  • have completed the University of Auckland situational judgement test (Casper) in the year of application

Interview eligibility and invitation
Interview places will be offered to applicants enrolled in the eight required courses in an eligible programme who:

  • achieve a minimum GPA of 6.0 across BIOSCI 107, CHEM 190, POPLHLTH 111 and MEDSCI 142, including interim grades (highest possible grade) for any courses in Semester Two, and 
  • have no grade lower than a B in any of their Semester One courses

Final selection eligibility
Following the release of Semester Two grades, eligibility of applicants is reconfirmed by assessing applicants have:     

  • achieved a minimum GPA of 6.0 across BIOSCI 107, CHEM 190, POPLHLTH 111 and MEDSCI 142, and 
  • no grade lower than a B in any of their eight courses

Final selection ranking
Applicants will be offered admission to the programme according to the rank order until the available places in the category are filled. Interviewed applicants’ final ranking is based on a weighting of the following components:

  • MMI fair score: 50% (a minimum threshold will apply)
  • Situational judgement test (Casper): 50%

Please note that selection criteria may change from year to year. For further information, refer to our FAQs or submit an online enquiry.

Category Two: Graduate entry

The below entry requirements relate to 2027 entry only:

Domestic applicants
Domestic applicants please refer to the relevant domestic admissions information by selecting “New Zealand” on the radio button above. Please note that your status is determined by your citizenship/residency, not where you completed your degree.

International applicants
To apply for the MBChB under the Graduate entry category, international applicants need to have completed a relevant degree on a full time basis at a recognised university with a minimum GPA/GPE of 6.0. A relevant degree is defined as one in which applicants have completed courses equivalent to CHEM 110, BIOSCI 107, MEDSCI 142 and POPLHLTH 111.

Your last year of full time study must be no more than five years prior to the year of application. Shortlisted international applicants will be interviewed via Kira Talent. International graduate applicants will receive an individual interview link from Kira Talent via email if invited to interview. Interviews will take place between June-July. International Graduate applicants are not required to sit UCAT ANZ.

Interview eligibility and invitation
In order to be eligible for consideration for an admission interview, international applicants need to have completed a relevant degree on a full time basis at a recognised university with a minimum GPA/GPE of 6.0.

Your last year of full time study must be no more than five years prior to the year of application. Applicants with a GPA/GPE of 6.0 or higher will be offered an interview.

Final selection eligibility
Following the release of final grades, eligibility of applicants is reconfirmed by assessing applicants have achieved a minimum GPA/GPE of 6.0.

Graduate applicants who are due to complete their degree in the year of application, must provide finalised results no later than 30 November in the year of application.

Final selection ranking
Applicants will be offered admission to the programme according to the rank order until the available places in the category are filled. Interviewed applicants’ final ranking is based on a weighting of the following components:

  • Interview score: 50%
  • GPA/GPE: 50%

Please note that selection criteria may change from year to year. For further information, refer to our FAQs or submit an online enquiry.

 

The below entry requirements relate to 2028 entry only:

Domestic applicants
Domestic applicants please refer to the relevant domestic admissions information by selecting “New Zealand” on the radio button above. Please note that your status is determined by your citizenship/residency, not where you completed your degree.

International applicants
To apply for the MBChB under the Graduate entry category, international applicants need to have completed a relevant degree on a full time basis at a recognised university with a minimum GPA/GPE of 6.0. A relevant degree is defined as one in which applicants have completed courses equivalent to CHEM 190, BIOSCI 107, MEDSCI 142 and POPLHLTH 111.

Your last year of full time study must be no more than five years prior to the year of application. Shortlisted international applicants will be interviewed via Kira Talent. International graduate applicants will receive an individual interview link from Kira Talent via email if invited to interview. Interviews will take place between June-July. International Graduate applicants are not required to sit a situational judgement test (Casper).

International applicants are also required to have English language skills of an IELTS overall score of 7.5 or higher, with no band below 7.0, if they have not undertaken their prior tertiary studies in English.

Interview eligibility and invitation
In order to be eligible for consideration for an admission interview, international applicants need to have completed a relevant degree on a full time basis at a recognised university with a minimum GPA/GPE of 6.0. Your last year of full time study must be no more than five years prior to the year of application. Applicants with a GPA/GPE of 6.0 or higher will be offered an interview.

Final selection eligibility
Following the release of final grades, eligibility of applicants is reconfirmed by assessing applicants have achieved a minimum GPA/GPE of 6.0.

Graduate applicants who are due to complete their degree in the year of application, must provide finalised results no later than 30 November in the year of application.

Final selection ranking
Applicants will be offered admission to the programme according to the rank order until the available places in the category are filled. Interviewed applicants’ final ranking is based on a weighting of the following components:

  • Interview score: 50%
  • GPA/GPE: 50%

Please note that selection criteria may change from year to year. For further information, refer to our FAQs or submit an online enquiry.

Other pathways to study

You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:

For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

How much does a Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery cost per year?

2026 fees

Domestic students
NZ$19,531.20*
International students
NZ$86,561*

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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For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

Key dates

Important information those applying for the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery or MBChB

Please note:

  • Late or incomplete applications are not accepted
  • International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa
  • The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery programme does not follow the standard University semester system. Year Two begins one week earlier than the general advertised start date for Semester One

Application closing dates

Semester One 2028
1 July 2027

Start dates

Here are the start dates for the programme.

Other important dates

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How to apply

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For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

Where could this programme take you?

Those who complete the Medical Programme are eligible to apply for provisional registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand. You might choose primary health care and work in general practice, or choose from a range of other specialist disciplines. Students interested in research may defer clinical MBChB studies after Part III and take a year pursuing a supervised research project of their choice to qualify for a BMedSc(Hons) degree before returning to complete their clinical training and graduating with both qualifications. 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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