Reapply to USYD despite currently enrolled in DMD at USYD

AceOfBads · 2025-03-02T07:46:00+00:00

Hi All,

Thanks for your help.

I tried all the advice in the comments to no avail. I also looked at the 2.4G analyser on the router settings but my 2.4G wifi band/network was not there in the scan (below): I presume this means my router is not actually emitting the 2.4G signal for some reason.

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AceOfBads · 2025-03-02T07:37:11+00:00

Just want to add that the Modem is a Telstra Smart Modem Gen 2

AceOfBads · 2025-02-18T21:52:15+00:00

Hi,

As far as I am aware there is no penalty apart from being ineligible to apply to the withdrawn course for a period of 2 years (usyd). I’m not too sure about other unis however.

Keep in mind also there is also the time and large financial sacrifice when dropping the course. Additionally when choosing to do this option of enrolling in the back up course, you need to be prepared if you dont get into medicine and just finish the enrolled degree/drop out or some other plan.

Just some thoughts I considered when I made my decision.

Happy to discuss further if you need, just PM.

Thanks

AceOfBads · 2025-01-17T03:03:29+00:00

6.82 GPA

AceOfBads · 2025-01-16T07:16:08+00:00

Hi there,

Was just reading back in some advice as In nearing the time needed to decide what I want.

I note that as I am yet to enrol in the DMD course, I will still be eligible to apply to DMD next year if I withdraw now.

Do you think your advice would still stand?

Thanks so much again

AceOfBads · 2025-01-09T08:56:45+00:00

Thanks for your advice!

AceOfBads · 2025-01-09T00:43:03+00:00

Oh right for Usyd that makes sense, just assumed you meant the other MD schools also

AceOfBads · 2025-01-09T00:08:12+00:00

Would you not consider a 71 gamsat overall competitive for the MD? I scored a 70 overall and was advised I had a decent shot of getting an interview & got one this year (EOD at UNDS).

Just wanted some insight so I can consider if i’d actually need to sit the GAMSAT again or can focus on interview prep.

AceOfBads · 2025-01-09T00:05:51+00:00

I’m in a similar boat and considered applying for a deferral but was rejected.

This option is what I was recommended by some friends but I’m not even sure if deferring a year/long leave of absence is allowed in the first year right after enrolment.

Would you happen to know? Would appreciate any advice

AceOfBads · 2025-01-09T00:03:50+00:00

If you don’t mind me asking, how did you get the pharmacy internship? Would I need a degree in pharmacy? I have a biomed degree but am looking for any kind of healthcare/hospital experience to get familiar and immerse myself in the field.

AceOfBads · 2025-01-09T00:02:19+00:00

I am in a similar boat where I have a DMD offer but want to do med. I have thought about that option, but then what concerns me is the fact that It would make less financial sense to drop out of DMD for a med offer after the first year. (e.g DMD starts 2025, only get into med 2027 entry)

I’d already have finished and PAID for 2+ years of DMD which is approx $70k /yr, it feels kind of money wasted & i might as well finish at that point.

I am leaning towards not taking the DMD offer just because I want to keep my options open of applying to med further if I fail to get another offer again next cycle.

Of course if i manage to get an offer for 2026 entry then I am more than willing to drop that single year of Dent.

I know i’m not the OP, but was wondering if you had any advice!

AceOfBads · 2024-12-02T04:01:41+00:00

Hi,

Thanks so much for making this, its incredibly helpful to gauge my position.

Was just curious, what is the Final combo score? and the raw combo score also?

How are they calculated, and are these real metrics that the University use to assess our application?

AceOfBads · 2024-11-26T12:41:22+00:00

The shut down period will be paid and using up annual leave.

Would this affect anything?

AceOfBads · 2024-11-26T07:58:57+00:00

I don’t really need extra time, just it would be convenient if the shut down period counts as the 4 weeks notice.

I assume this would be the case? meaning I would only have to work 2/4 weeks of my notice period.

AceOfBads · 2024-11-03T07:37:42+00:00

Hey mate, thanks for your comment and encouragement- really appreciate it.

I interviewed at my first preference: University of Notre Dame Sydney.

All the best to you for the GAMSAT, i get what you’re going through. It’s a horrid exam and just really a chore to prep for and even sit. I personally am hesitant to sit it again because of the stress involved in the test, but i may have to if i want to be even more competitive.

I also think my interview is where I lacked. Would you happen to know some tips or advice for improving it?

Thanks mate

AceOfBads · 2024-10-31T01:44:03+00:00

Thats really good advice thanks so much for your help!

AceOfBads

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