Bond University Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine

- Gold Coast, Australia
Abroad

General Information

The Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine at Bond University offers Australia's shortest pathway to becoming a doctor. Bond is a private university, meaning it operates on an accelerated three-semester-per-year timetable, allowing students to complete their medical degrees in just 4 years and 8 months.

General Info

  • Established: 2005.

  • Location: 14 University Dr, Robina, Gold Coast, QLD 4226.

  • Degree Awarded: Bachelor of Medical Studies (BMedSt) + Doctor of Medicine (MD).

  • Duration: 4 Years, 8 Months (14 semesters total).

  • Intake: Primarily May and September.

  • Accreditation: Fully accredited by the Australian Medical Council (AMC). Degrees are globally recognized (WDOMS/ECFMG).

Campus Facilities

  • Accelerated Model: Unlike other Australian universities that take 5–7 years, Bond’s year-round teaching allows for a significantly earlier graduation.

  • Small Class Sizes: Bond is famous for its low student-to-staff ratio, ensuring personalized attention and intensive clinical coaching.

  • Facilities: The faculty features high-tech anatomy and histology laboratories, clinical skills rooms, and the Bond Institute of Health & Sport (BIHS), a world-class facility for exercise science and sports medicine.

    • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

    • Clinical Network: Bond students have access to diverse clinical placements across public and private settings:

      • Robina Hospital: Located adjacent to the Robina campus.

      • Gold Coast University Hospital (GCUH): A major tertiary teaching hospital.

      • The Tweed Hospital: Providing exposure to regional NSW healthcare.

    • Early Exposure: Clinical skills and community placements begin in the very first semester of Year 1.

    • Phase 2 (Clinical Years): The final semesters are entirely immersive, covering core rotations in Surgery, Medicine, Mental Health, Child Health, and Women's Health.

    Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

    Bond is a private university, so international and domestic students pay the same full-fee rates.

    • Tuition Fee (2026): Approximately AUD $33,610 per semester.

    • Total Estimated Tuition: Roughly AUD $470,540 for the full 14-semester program.

    • Student Services Fee (SSAF): AUD $373 per year.

    • Other Costs: Budget approx. AUD $2,000 for medical equipment, uniforms, and textbooks.

    City Details

    • Vibe: A world-renowned tourist destination known for its surf beaches, theme parks, and rainforest hinterland. Robina is a major commercial hub with one of the largest shopping centers in Australia (Robina Town Centre).

    • Transport: Excellent bus and train connections. The Robina Train Station provides a direct link to Brisbane.

    • Climate: Subtropical. Warm summers and mild, sunny winters.

    • Safety: Very high. Bond has a 24/7 security team and a safe, suburban campus feel.

    Hostel & Mess

    • On-Campus Living: Modern, air-conditioned rooms in the Halls of Residence.

      • Cost (2026): AUD $300 – $370 per week depending on room type (shared vs. ensuite).

    • Compulsory Dining Plan: All students living on campus must purchase a dining plan.

      • Cost: Starts at AUD $2,400 per semester.

      • Options: Dining funds are loaded onto your student ID and can be used at various on-campus outlets like Lakeside Cafe, Pulse, and Don's Tavern.

    • Off-Campus: Suburbs like Robina, Varsity Lakes, and Mermaid Waters are within walking distance or a short bus ride. Shared rentals average AUD $300 – $450 per week.

    Miscellaneous

  • No UCAT/GAMSAT: Bond does not use UCAT or GAMSAT for its Medical Program.

  • Selection Process: 1. Academic: Minimum ATAR of 96.0 (or equivalent) / GPA of 6.0/7.0. 2. Psychometric Testing: Shortlisted applicants sit a mandatory online test (invitation only). 3. Interview: Top performers in the psychometric test are invited to a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI).

  • International Students: Note that direct entry into the Medical Program is primarily for domestic students. International students typically enter via the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Pre-Health Professional major) pathway, which offers a "Lateral Entry" to Year 2 of Medicine for top performers.

  • 2026 Timeline: QTAC applications for the 2026 intake typically close in late January 2026.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.

    The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.

    The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.

    Yes, all our partner universities are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduate doctors can also write major global licensing exams such as USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and the FMGE/NExT exam for India.

    While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.

    Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.

    Payment schedules are determined by the individual university. Some universities allow semester-wise payments, while others require annual payments. We will provide clear guidance on the university's official payment schedule.

    We are committed to transparency. All costs, including consultation charges and university expenses, are detailed in your offer letter. We strongly advise against any form of donation.

    Yes, we coordinate group departures for students and assist with flight ticket booking. Our representative will meet the students at the destination airport and provide transport to the university hostel.

    Hostels offer secure accommodation with separate facilities for boys and girls. Indian meals are generally cooked and served by Indian caterers within the hostel premises or mess hall to ensure a suitable diet for students.

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