University of Notre Dame Australia School of Medicine

- Fremantle, Australia
Abroad

General Information

The School of Medicine, Fremantle, at the University of Notre Dame Australia (UNDA) is a leading Catholic medical school located in the historic port city of Fremantle, Western Australia. Established in 2005, it is renowned for its commitment to social justice, rural medicine, and small-group learning.


General Info

  • Established: 2005.

  • Location: Henry Street, Fremantle, WA 6160.

  • Degree Awarded: Doctor of Medicine (MD).

  • Duration: 4 Years (Postgraduate entry).

  • Language of Instruction: English.

  • Accreditation: Fully accredited by the Australian Medical Council (AMC). Degrees are internationally recognized, including by the NMC (India) and ECFMG (USA).

  • Ethos: As a Catholic university, UNDA emphasizes the education of the "whole person," focusing on ethics, compassion, and serving the community, particularly in rural and remote areas.

Campus Facilities

  • Fremantle West End: The campus is uniquely integrated into the historic West End of Fremantle, with the medical school operating from four restored buildings on Henry Street.

  • Learning Model: The curriculum is built on Problem-Based Learning (PBL). Years 1 and 2 focus on foundations of medical science through small-group tutorials (10–12 students) led by medically qualified tutors.

  • Facilities: Includes 13 dedicated PBL rooms, a 200-seat lecture theatre, simulated clinic rooms, and a simulated hospital ward for procedural skill training.

  • Core Curriculum: A hallmark of UNDA is the study of Bioethics in the first year, providing a philosophical and ethical framework for medical practice.

  • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • Early Clinical Exposure: Clinical skills and site visits begin in the first year.

  • Clinical Years (3 & 4): These are entirely hospital-based. Students rotate through core disciplines including Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, and Psychiatry.

  • Clinical Network: Fremantle students rotate through major Western Australian hospitals, including:

    • Fiona Stanley Hospital: A major state-of-the-art tertiary center.

    • St John of God Hospitals: Private hospital partnerships in Subiaco and Murdoch.

    • Fremantle Hospital: A key local specialist hospital.

  • Rural Clinical School (RCSWA): In Year 3, many students opt for a full-year immersion in rural WA towns (e.g., Broome, Esperance, or Kalgoorlie) via the Rural Clinical School, jointly operated with UWA and Curtin.

  • Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

    • International Tuition Fee: Approximately AUD 83,997 per year (as of 2026). Fees are typically paid per semester.

    • Domestic (CSP): Most places are Commonwealth Supported; student contribution is approx. AUD 12,700 – 13,500 per year.

    • Incidental Costs: Budget approx. AUD 2,000 for uniforms, specialist equipment (stethoscopes), and immunizations.

    • SSAF: The Student Services and Amenities Fee is approx. AUD 350 per year.

    City Details

    • Vibe: Known as "Freo," it is a vibrant, artsy port city with a famous "Cappuccino Strip," markets, and historic maritime charm.

    • Transport: The campus is walking distance from the Fremantle Train Station, providing a 30-minute direct link to Perth CBD.

    • Climate: Mediterranean. Sunny, dry summers with the famous "Fremantle Doctor" (cooling sea breeze) and mild, rainy winters.

    • Safety: A very walkable and safe community-focused city.

    Hostel & Mess

  • Port Lodge: UNDA offers its own on-campus residential hall in Fremantle.

    • Cost: Approx. AUD 300 – 400 per week.

    • Note: On-campus housing for 2026 is highly competitive; students are encouraged to apply early.

  • Private Shared Housing: Most medical students live in "share houses" in Fremantle, South Fremantle, or Beaconsfield.

    • Rent: AUD 150 – 250 per week for a room in a shared house.

  • Self-Catering: All university housing is self-catered.

    • Food Budget: Approx. AUD 140 – 280 per week.

  • Total Living Costs: Estimated at AUD 400 – 750 per week for the Fremantle campus.

  • Miscellaneous

  • Eligibility: A bachelor's degree (any discipline) completed within the last 10 years with a minimum GPA of 5.2/7.0 (Domestic) or 2.9/4.0 (International).

  • Standardized Tests: GAMSAT (Min 50 in each section) or MCAT (Min 500 overall).

  • Casper Test: Mandatory online situational judgment test used to rank students for interviews.

  • Interviews: Selection is based on the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI), usually held in September.

  • NEET (For Indians): Required if you intend to return to India to practice.

  • Portfolio: Unlike the Sydney campus, the Fremantle campus has historically moved away from the written portfolio, relying more on Casper and GPA/Test scores for interview selection.

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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.

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    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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