Study a Medicine degree in Australia

Why study a Medicine degree at Flinders University?

Rated No. 1 in SA in Medicine for learner engagement, learning resources, overall educational experience, student support and teaching quality (The Good Universities Guide 2022 (undergraduate), public SA-founded universities only), are teach the next generation of leaders in medicine, health and care.

Flinders medical programs are recognised internationally for an innovative curriculum that delivers outstanding clinical and academic training, integrating clinical medicine with a strong underpinning in biomedical science.

With a global reputation for producing career-ready graduates, Flinders is nurturing a diverse and passionate team of future health leaders – a powerful alliance of medicine, health and care, united with a singular purpose: to not only be exceptional, but to do exceptional things. Our graduates have an effect so strong it can change a life, a community, a society.

No.1 in Australia
in Medicine for learning resources and student support

The Good Universities Guide 2022 (undergraduate)

Five stars
in Medicine for learning resources and student support

The Good Universities Guide 2022 (undergraduate)

No. 1 in Australia
in Medicine for full-time employment

The Good Universities Guide 2022 (postgraduate)

On-campus hospital

Flinders is co-located with Flinders Medical Centre at Bedford Park, providing early patient contact and the opportunity to interact with, and treat, real patients.

Graduate work-ready

Gain hands-on experience from your first week and graduate prepared and work-ready for your hospital internship.

Live and learn on-campus

With guaranteed on-campus accommodation for medical students, Flinders is the only South Australian university where students can live and learn on campus.

Worldwide placement opportunities

Electives and placements can be undertaken almost anywhere in the world. You can put theory into practice in metropolitan Adelaide, rural South Australia, remote communities in the Northern Territory, or international locations such as China, India, Philippines, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Germany, Canada, the US and UK.

“If you’re someone who wants to obtain a highly-recognised degree with numerous opportunities for personal and career development in a large open campus with a picturesque ecosystem, then you’d find Flinders as the perfect fit.

Each lecturer has years of experience and publications under their belt – which makes the content they provide all the more exciting. In addition to having a long-standing medical program, the medical school itself is attached to the Flinders Medical Centre which provides ample opportunity for medical students to observe what they learn in practice and provide exposure to understand how theory in lectures actually translates to laboratory investigations.”

Harindu Kirihene
Bachelor of Clinical Science and Doctor of Medicine, Sri Lanka

“If you’re someone who wants to obtain a highly-recognised degree with numerous opportunities for personal and career development in a large open campus with a picturesque ecosystem, then you’d find Flinders as the perfect fit.

Each lecturer has years of experience and publications under their belt – which makes the content they provide all the more exciting. In addition to having a long-standing medical program, the medical school itself is attached to the Flinders Medical Centre which provides ample opportunity for medical students to observe what they learn in practice and provide exposure to understand how theory in lectures actually translates to laboratory investigations.”

Harindu Kirihene
Bachelor of Clinical Science and Doctor of Medicine, Sri Lanka

Courses available in Medicine

New course Midyear entry

Undergraduate

Honours

Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) 1 year

Postgraduate

Higher degree by research

Learn about Medicine at Flinders with Associate Professor Rosalie Grivell, Director of the Medical Program

Becoming a medical practitioner gives you the chance to have a profound impact on the health of the people around you.

By studying medicine, you’ll be working towards becoming a respected, vital member of our community.

Learn about Medicine at Flinders with Associate Professor Rosalie Grivell, Director of the Medical Program

“What really attracted me to Flinders was that the College Public Health and Medicine is located right in Flinders Medical Centre.

Right from the start of the semester, students are exposed to the clinical aspect of medicine. It has been so inspiring as a first-year medical student to be able to talk to patients and witness health professionals at work. I have found the staff and students at Flinders to be very warm and genuine. Flinders works hard at making sure international students are connected. The International Student Services team is welcoming and always open to listening to our thoughts and concerns.”

Janell Sitoh
Doctor of Medicine, Canada

Third Year Rural Doctor of Medicine Placements

Listen to our Doctor of Medicine (MD) students as they relate their experiences during third year rural general practice attachments.

Fourth Year Rural Doctor of Medicine Placements

Listen to our Doctor of Medicine (MD) students as they relate their experiences during fourth year rural placements.

“Learning in the Doctor of Medicine Program has been a wonderful and enlightening experience so far. Flinders was the right choice for me since it has a very supportive team dedicated to international students.

I find that by applying medical knowledge in actual hospital settings and with actual patients, it helps me consolidate my knowledge and skills. My experiences so far have allowed me to train various skills which are needed as a medical intern upon graduation – Flinders stands out as it ranks No.1 in Australia for full-time employment in medicine.”

Paulo Pias Balatbat
Doctor of Medicine, Philippines/Canada

“The medical school is next to the Flinders Medical Centre, which means we have easy access to all the university teaching facilities and support services during clinical placements.

I was grateful lectures were delivered by clinicians who worked day in and day out in the relevant medical areas. The clinical placements in both urban and rural areas are the highlights of my degree. They give me the opportunity to work with and learn from my future colleagues, and to familiarise myself with professional standards and future employers. These placements have well prepared me for the transition from a medical student to a future doctor.”

Keren Wu
Bachelor of Clinical Science/Doctor of Medicine, China

“Studying at Flinders has been the best decision I’ve ever made because they are very welcoming of international students.

All the lecturers are very approachable and friendly. The location is very pleasing to the eye with the never-ending greenery, and nothing can beat the view of the sea from the campus. It’s full of quiet and peaceful places to study. It was easy to settle in here because of the diversity – I’ve encountered so many people from different countries, which helps you feel secure because you are not alone.”

Leesa Fernando
Bachelor of Clinical Science and Doctor of Medicine, Sri Lanka