MD in Medicine in Dunedin New Zealand | University of Otago

University of Otago | Dunedin New Zealand
Visit institution website for more information
Qualification
Professional Doctorate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD 70,894
(c. USD41,086.26)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

Medicine refers to the field where medical professionals help maintain and improve health. Physicians work to prevent, identify, treat, and heal various health conditions while offering care when needed. Medical practitioners may specialize in clinical practice (including general medicine, surgery, psychiatry, pediatrics, and other areas), research, education, or administrative roles in healthcare institutions, universities, or government agencies. While the profession requires extensive hours and ongoing education, it offers fulfilling opportunities and personal fulfillment.
As an evidence-driven scientific field, medicine encompasses numerous specialties like general practice, public health, and hospital-based disciplines such as surgery, psychiatry, cardiology, and others. Those pursuing a medical career must commit to continuous learning to uphold professional standards. The public expects exceptional technical skills, while patients seek compassionate, respectful, and ethical care. Building trust through ethical conduct and strong interpersonal skills is essential, as patients rely on doctors for both physical and mental health concerns.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

A candidate must apply for admission1 to the degree by submitting the following in the first instance:
a curriculum vitae,
an abstract and/or brief description of the work including a list of the published original contributions upon which the application is based, and
a statutory declaration identifying the submitted work as original and stating that it has not previously been accepted for another qualification at any university or equivalent institution. Where co-authored work is submitted those parts which are a candidate's own work should be identified, whereupon the University will review and advise if a case for the award of the degree exists.
Where the case for an award exists, every candidate shall submit a digital copy of the work2 upon which the application is based together with a narrative summary of the body of work of 5000-10000 words, which clearly describes the impact of the work or contribution to the relevant discipline or area of practice, and the required entry fee.
In exceptional circumstances, and with the prior approval of the Senate, unpublished material may be submitted as part of the work.
Additional work, published or unpublished, may be submitted as appendices in support of the application.

IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.5, no individual band below 6.0.
TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 90 and a writing score of 21.

Tuition NZD 70,894

Similar programs for you