Study Doctor of Medical Sciences at The University of Auckland in New Zealand,
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Doctor of Medical Sciences

New Zealand

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What will I learn?

The Doctor of Medicine was renamed the Doctor of Medical Sciences in 2024.The DMedSc offers a robust research focus in your chosen subject. You can leverage years of clinical experience to create a high-quality thesis, enhancing your expertise without pausing your practice. If your study includes retrospective research, you can complete your thesis in as little as 12 months full-time or 24 months part-time.You can make a real-world impact with your research by addressing clinical and practice challenges. Your thesis could cover a spectrum of projects from unravelling genetic mysteries to assessing public health trends like heart disease prevalence. You may even spearhead a national clinical trial, testing new therapeutic possibilities within your thesis.

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$58,178.40 (US$ 34,704) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

December 2027

Venue

Grafton Campus

85 Park Road,

Grafton,

Auckland,

1023, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

MBChB Evidence of significant research experience Supervision and research requirements Meeting our academic requirements does not guarantee entry. You must demonstrate an ability to research independently, and possess a high level of theoretical understanding. Acceptance is subject to staff availability for supervision, and appropriate resources and facilities. All students must meet our English-language requirements as a condition of entry. Programme-specific requirements You must have at least five years professional experience in medical practice.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s largest and most highly ranked university, with a global reputation for academic excellence and research.

  • Ranked 65th globally (QS World Rankings 2026)
  • New Zealand’s largest research organisation
  • Outstanding student support and excellent facilities
  • Top 2% in the world in THE University Impact Rankings 2025

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