Griffith Medicine
Bachelor of Medical Science / Doctor of Medicine
Griffith University • Gold Coast & Nathan Campuses
Simplest Application in Australia
Griffith Medicine is unique: no UCAT, no interview, no portfolio. Just achieve the ATAR and receive an offer.
No UCAT Required
No Interview
ATAR Only (99.90)
Program Overview
About the Program
Griffith Medicine is a 6-year provisional pathway: 2 years of Biomedical Science followed by 4 years of the Doctor of Medicine. With 30 places at Gold Coast and 30 at Nathan (Brisbane South), it offers a straightforward pathway for students with outstanding ATARs.
The program requires a 99.90 selection rank with modest adjustments available for rural background, Queensland residency, and Educational Access Scheme (EAS) — with a maximum cumulative adjustment of 0.20 points.
Total fees are approximately $80,000 depending on major and electives.
Unique Features
- No UCAT required — pure ATAR selection
- No interview — offers based entirely on selection rank (ATAR + adjustments)
- Extremely high ATAR threshold: 99.90
- Two campuses: Gold Coast (30 places) and Nathan/Brisbane South (30 places)
- Provisional pathway: 2 years Biomedical Science + 4 years Doctor of Medicine
- Simplest application process of any medical program — just achieve the ATAR
- Also offers UniSC pathway to UQ MD
Entry Requirements
Selection Rank Required
Available Adjustments
Effective Minimum ATAR with Maximum Adjustments
With the maximum cumulative adjustment of 0.20 points, a student with a 99.70 ATARwho qualifies for all adjustments (rural + QLD resident + EAS) could reach the 99.90 selection rank threshold.
Campus Breakdown
Gold Coast Campus
+0.05 for QLD & Northern NSW residents
Nathan (Brisbane South) Campus
+0.05 for QLD residents
Application Process
Apply via QTAC
Submit your QTAC application by September 30.
Receive ATAR
Achieve a 99.90 selection rank (ATAR + any eligible adjustments).
Receive Offer
If your selection rank meets the threshold, you receive a direct offer. No interview or additional assessment.
Clinical Placements
Gold Coast University Hospital
Logan Hospital
Princess Alexandra Hospital
Various Gold Coast and SE QLD facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
Selection Weight Breakdown
Weight Distribution
Combined
Selection Rank (ATAR + adjustments)
100%99.90 required. Adjustments: +0.05 for rural, +0.05 for QLD/Northern NSW residents, up to +0.10 for EAS. Maximum total adjustment: 0.20 points.
Key Dates & Timeline
Apply through QTAC — no UCAT or interview required
Need 99.90 selection rank (adjustments may apply)
Direct offer if selection rank is met — simplest process of any med school
Dates are indicative and may vary. Always check the official university website for confirmed dates.
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The Griffith Medicine Interview
Griffith University does not interview applicants. Selection is made on the other criteria set out above, so your preparation effort is better spent on those.
Also Consider
Other universities you might be interested in
UQ
Doctor of Medicine (MD) — Provisional Entry for School-Leavers
JCU
Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery
Bond
Bachelor of Medical Studies / Doctor of Medicine
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