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GAMSAT and medicine application advice

Honest guides on GAMSAT preparation, Section 1 and Section 2, GEMSAS applications, GPA, CASPer and medical school interviews in Australia.
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GAMSAT

Studying for the GAMSAT

Study plans, Section 2 writing, and what has changed in the exam.
Section II promptsIn the past, there was a clear distinction between Type A and Type B quotes. However, in the last few years, this distinction is becoming…Read more →GAMSAT Exam Guide: How to Study for GAMSAT & Effective GAMSAT PreparationSo, you’ve decided to sit the dreaded GAMSAT. Congratulations – this is the first step on your journey to becoming a Doctor or Dentist. I…Read more →COVID Changes to the GAMSAT: What You Need to KnowThe GAMSAT has undergone significant changes since 2020 due to COVID. This can be confusing for students preparing for the exam. In this…Read more →How long do I need to prepare?One of the first questions students ask when starting their GAMSAT preparation is: “How much time should I dedicate to studying?” The…Read more →How to Use ChatGPT to Help You Study for GAMSATStudying for the GAMSAT can feel overwhelming. With so many topics to cover, it’s easy to get stuck or waste time on ineffective methods…Read more →How to prepare for GAMSAT on a budgetGAMSAT preparation can feel expensive, with courses, books, and practice exams stacking up quickly. But it’s possible to prepare…Read more →How to Start Studying for the GAMSAT (From Zero)How to Start Studying for the GAMSAT (From Zero) If you’re starting the GAMSAT with no clear plan, you’re in the majority. Most students…Read more →Common Mistakes I See in GAMSAT Section 2 (and How to Score Well)I scored in the top 0.5% of GAMSAT Section 2, and since then I have marked over 500 Section 2 essays through my free marking program and…Read more →
Medicine

Studying medicine in Australia

The cost of medicine, new medical schools and starting medicine later in life.
Applications

Applying to medicine

GEMSAS, GPA, CASPer, interviews, and what to do if things don’t go to plan.
Why you need a Plan BPreparing for medicine is a high-pressure journey, and for many students, the GAMSAT exam feels like the ultimate make-or-break moment…Read more →I just got the “email of death” what should I do now?The “email of death” — or, as I prefer to call it, the “email of next year” (EONY), is the message from GEMSAS telling you that you…Read more →Bad GPA? Here are your options for applying to medicine in AustraliaApplying to medicine can feel like navigating a minefield, especially if your undergraduate GPA isn’t as high as you hoped. Different…Read more →The Risk of Over preparing for Medicine InterviewPreparing for a Australian medicine interview is essential, but there’s such a thing as too much preparation. Many applicants think…Read more →The Ultimate Guide to the GEMSAS 2026 Applications: Everything you need to knowI’ve also made a full YouTube video walking through the 2026 GEMSAS cycle if you prefer video over a blog. Watch it here ** Note: this…Read more →CASPer Practice Exam: How I Would Approach Scenario 1I have made a video outlining how I would approach the first practice Casper scenario here. Below is my timed response (just edited for…Read more →Will a Masters or Grad Dip Actually Boost Your GEMSAS GPA? Use This Free Calculator to Find OutIf you’ve ever Googled “will a Masters degree improve my GEMSAS GPA” and come away more confused than when you started, you’re not alone…Read more →GAMSAT March 2026 Results Are Out — Here’s What to Do NextResults day is a lot. Whether you’re celebrating, disappointed, or somewhere in the middle staring at a number that doesn’t quite make…Read more →

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