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University of AucklandDoctor of Medical Sciences DMedSc
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Doctoral Degree
Summary
The Doctor of Medicine was renamed the Doctor of Medical Sciences in 2024.
The DMedSc offers a robust research focus in your chosen subject. You can leverage years of clinical experience to create a high-quality thesis, enhancing your expertise without pausing your practice. If your study includes retrospective research, you can complete your thesis in as little as 12 months full-time or 24 months part-time.
You can make a real-world impact with your research by addressing clinical and practice challenges. Your thesis could cover a spectrum of projects from unravelling genetic mysteries to assessing public health trends like heart disease prevalence. You may even spearhead a national clinical trial, testing new therapeutic possibilities within your thesis.
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- Doctoral policies and guidelines
- Regulations for the DMedSc
Entry criteria
My highest qualification is from:New Zealand
Outside New Zealand
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Supervision and research requirementsMeeting our academic requirements does not guarantee entry.
You must demonstrate an ability to research independently, and possess a high level of theoretical understanding. Acceptance is subject to staff availability for supervision, and appropriate resources and facilities. You must write an initial statement of research intent to demonstrate your research capability and experience.
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- Grade required
GPE Grade Point Equivalent N/A
+ MBChB + Evidence of significant research experience- Qualification
IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System
Score required
6.5
No bands less than 6.0
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Supervision and research requirementsMeeting our academic requirements does not guarantee entry.
You must demonstrate an ability to research independently, and possess a high level of theoretical understanding. Acceptance is subject to staff availability for supervision, and appropriate resources and facilities.
All students must meet our English-language requirements as a condition of entry.
Programme-specific requirementsYou must have at least five years’ professional experience in medical practice.
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