Charles Sturt University’s New Independent Medicine Program

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CSU launches its own standalone Medicine program for 2027 entry 👩‍⚕️📚

Charles Sturt University (CSU) is launching its own independent medical program, the Bachelor of Clinical Science (Medicine)/Doctor of Medicine, with the first cohort commencing in March 2027.

Previously, CSU delivered medicine collaboratively with Western Sydney University through the Joint Program in Medicine (JPM). From 2027 onwards, CSU will offer its own standalone medical pathway with a strong focus on rural and regional healthcare training.

📖 Program Structure

Years 1–2: Full-time preclinical study completed on campus in Orange, NSW
Years 3–5: Full-time clinical placements and community-based rural training in NSW or northern Victoria

After completing the first three years, students may choose to graduate with a Bachelor of Clinical Science (Medicine) or continue into years four and five to complete the Doctor of Medicine (MD).

🎓 Degrees Awarded

  • Bachelor of Clinical Science (Medicine)
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD)

✅ Who Can Apply?

  • Australian Citizens
  • Australian Permanent Residents

CSU accepts both school leavers and non-school leavers through a single application pool, with no separate process for non-standard applicants.

Eligible non-school leavers can apply through both rural and non-rural pathways and will be assessed using GPA rather than ATAR requirements. Minimum GPA thresholds vary depending on previous tertiary study completed.

⚠️ Important Information

  • No lateral or advanced entry available
  • Postgraduate applicants must start from Year 1
  • The full five-year pathway must be completed for the MD qualification
  • Applications are submitted via UAC
  • The course now has its own dedicated CSU course code

📅 Key Dates

Event Date
Applications Open 1 June 2026
Applications Close 25 September 2026
Course Commencement 1 March 2027

💡 Final Thoughts

CSU’s new independent Medicine program represents an exciting expansion of medical education opportunities in regional Australia. With a strong focus on rural and community-based clinical training, the course aims to support the next generation of doctors serving regional communities.

For students planning their 2027 Medicine applications, CSU now provides another valuable undergraduate medicine pathway to consider.

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