University of Otago Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB)
University of Otago

University of Otago

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB)

Dunedin, New Zealand

Bachelor's degree

6 years

English

Full time

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About : The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB) is a comprehensive program that prepares students for a career in medicine. It covers key areas of medical science and offers hands-on clinical experience throughout the course. This degree typically spans five years and equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to practice medicine confidently.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various roles in healthcare, including physician, surgeon, and medical researcher. Opportunities also exist in hospital administration and public health, among other areas within the medical field. The degree opens the door to continued training and specialization post-graduation.

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB)

The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB) degree is commonly referred to as the 'medical degree'. School leavers enrol at Otago for the common Health Sciences First Year course and then apply for admission to second year medicine. Graduates may also apply for admission at second year. If successful, students will complete a further five years, then after graduation work for another year under probation in order to gain general registration. There is a wide range of specialisation available in the public and private sectors, involving research, academic medicine, public health, clinical medicine and other areas. Specialties include Cardiology, Oncology, Pediatrics, Psychological Medicine, Surgery, Pathology, Public Health, General Practice and many others. Most doctors complete postgraduate training in their chosen specialty.

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