The College of Health and Medicine at the University of Tasmania (UTAS) is the sole medical school in the state, offering a highly integrated and community-focused medical program. Based primarily in Hobart, the school is renowned for its clinical immersion and strong ties to the Tasmanian health system.
Established: 1965.
Location: Medical Science Precinct, 17 Liverpool St, Hobart, TAS 7000.
Degree Awarded: Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (BMedScMD).
Duration: 5 Years (Integrated undergraduate/graduate entry).
Language of Instruction: English.
Accreditation: Fully accredited by the Australian Medical Council (AMC). The degree is recognized globally, including by the NMC (India) and ECFMG (USA).
Medical Science Precinct (MSP): Located in the heart of Hobart CBD, the MSP is a world-class facility housing the Menzies Institute for Medical Research and the Hobart Clinical School.
Course Structure: * Years 1–2 (Foundation): Based at the MSP and Sandy Bay campuses, focusing on biomedical sciences and early patient contact.
Years 3–5 (Clinical): Full-time clinical immersion at one of the three clinical schools (Hobart, Launceston, or Burnie).
Simulation Learning: Students utilize the Simulation Centre within the Royal Hobart Hospital for practicing emergency scenarios and procedural skills.
Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution
Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH): The state's flagship 550-bed tertiary referral hospital, located adjacent to the Medical Science Precinct.
Clinical Schools: * Hobart Clinical School: Primarily based at RHH with rotations in private sites like Calvary Hospital.
Launceston Clinical School: Based at the Launceston General Hospital (LGH).
Rural Clinical School: Based in Burnie (North West Regional Hospital) and Latrobe (Mersey Community Hospital).
Unique Exposure: Students gain specific expertise in areas like Hyperbaric Medicine, Antarctic medicine, and rural primary care.
State University Affordability
International Tuition Fee: Approximately AUD 82,450 per year (as of 2026 intake).
Domestic (CSP): Commonwealth Supported Places cost approx. AUD 12,700 – AUD 13,500 per year in student contributions.
Scholarships: The Tasmanian International Scholarship (TIS) offers a 25% tuition fee reduction for high-achieving international
Vibe: A historic and picturesque harbor city at the foot of Mount Wellington. It offers a calm, safe environment with a high quality of life.
Transport: The "UniHopper" is a free shuttle bus for students between the Sandy Bay and Hobart CBD campuses.
Climate: Cool temperate climate. Winters are crisp and rainy; summers are mild and pleasant.
Cost of Living: Lower than Sydney or Melbourne, but rentals in the CBD can be competitive.
Hytten Hall (Hobart CBD): The most popular choice for medical students, located just a short walk from the Medical Science Precinct and Royal Hobart Hospital.
Cost: AUD 314 – AUD 391 per week (Shared apartment vs. studio).
Jane Franklin Hall: A traditional residential college in South Hobart.
Cost: Approx. AUD 522 – AUD 576 per week.
Mess/Catering: This is the only college in Hobart that includes 3 meals per day in the weekly cost.
Self-Catering: Most UTAS accommodation (Hytten Hall, University Apartments) is self-catered.
Food Budget: Students typically spend AUD 120 – AUD 180 per week on groceries.
Academic Entry: Minimum ATAR of 95.0 (or equivalent IB/Overseas qualification).
Standardized Tests: UCAT ANZ is mandatory for all domestic and many international applicants. For international students, high scores in IELTS (7.0 with no band < 7.0) are required.
Interview: Unlike many other Australian schools, UTAS typically does not conduct interviews for domestic school leaver entry, relying heavily on ATAR and UCAT rankings.
NEET (For Indians): Required if you intend to return to India to practice.
Well-equipped Library
Experienced Faculty
Computer Lab
Sports Activities
Heritage Campus