Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) BMedSc(Hons)

University of Auckland

New Zealand, Auckland

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University of Auckland

New Zealand , Auckland

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Credit point

120 Points

Campuses

Grafton

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

NZD 52,585 / year

Next Intake March-2026

Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) BMedSc(Hons)

About

This intercalated research degree is available to medical students who have completed at least the first three years of their Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) and passed the courses for MBChB Part III with a minimum of a B average.

It provides you with a unique opportunity to undertake original research and gain in-depth knowledge in a particular field of medical science.

It’s a pathway for students interested in pursuing postgraduate studies at masters and PhD level, and enhances graduates career and study options.

Disciplines

Medical and Health Sciences

Requirements

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

My highest qualification is from:

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Study option

Research 120 points

Grade required

GPA Grade Point Average 5.0

First three years of the MBChB

Calculate your Grade Point Average (GPA)

Further programme requirements

Research 120 points

You must have completed the first three years of your Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) and passed your Part III courses with an average GPA of 5.0 or higher.

You also need to have a supervisor and topic confirmed.

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Study option

Research 120 points

Grade required

GPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0

An undergraduate degree in medicine and surgery
Qualification

IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System

Score required

6.5

No bands less than 6.0.

See alternative English language requirements

Calculate your Grade Point Equivalent (GPE)

Further programme requirements

Research 120 points

You must have completed an undergraduate degree in medicine and surgery (or similar field of study) at a recognised university (or similar institution). You will require a GPE of 5.0 or higher in 75% of your most advanced-level courses.

You also need to have a supervisor and topic confirmed.

Career

Where could this programme take you?

This programme is for students interested in pursuing postgraduate studies at masters and PhD level. We advise that the University of Auckland is not involved in the employment of graduates and can make no guarantee of post-qualification registration or employment in New Zealand or any other country.

Further study options

Doctor of Philosophy

See all study options

Student career planning service

Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.

We advise that the University of Auckland is not involved in the employment of graduates and can make no guarantee of post-qualification registration or employment in New Zealand or any other country.