The Degree of Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) – BMedSc(Hons)

1 In order to be admitted to this programme a student needs to have:

a satisfactorily completed at least the first three years of the Degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from this University, or of an equivalent medical degree approved by Senate or its representative

and

b passed the courses for MBChB Part III, or its equivalent as approved by Senate or its representative, with an average of B or higher

and

c approval of the Dean of Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences.

Note: This is a limited entry programme as per the Limitation of Entry Statute 1991 and selection criteria apply. Selection criteria are available from the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences.

2 A student enrolled for this degree must:

a pass courses with a total value of 120 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Bachelors Honours Postgraduate Degrees.

3 The total enrolment for this degree must not exceed 160 points.

4 A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements as listed in the Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) Schedule.

5 Other 700 level courses selected by students must be approved by the Head of School of Medicine prior to enrolment.

6 A student admitted to this programme must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

7 a The thesis is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor, appointed by Senate or its representative, on the recommendation of the relevant Head of School.

b The thesis topic must be approved by the relevant Head of School prior to enrolment.

c Any laboratory work in connection with the thesis must be carried out within the University. However, Senate or its representative may permit a student to carry out the work in an approved institute outside the University for any period or periods considered necessary.

d The thesis must be completed and submitted in accordance with the General Regulations – Bachelors Honours Postgraduate Degrees.

8 A student may apply to reassign courses passed to the Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences.

9 This degree may be awarded with Honours as specified in the General Regulations – Bachelors Honours Postgraduate Degrees.

10 In exceptional circumstances Senate or its representative may approve a personal programme which does not conform to these regulations.

11 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2024.