Melbourne Clinical School (MCS) at The University of Notre Dame Australia is a leading institution located in close proximity to Melbourne CBD and co-located with the Mercy Hospital Werribee. Led by Professor Moyez Jiwa, a distinguished clinician and Professor of Health Innovation, the school is dedicated to providing exceptional clinical training with a focus on fostering reflective and evidence-based practices. The school also emphasizes research initiatives aimed at developing and evaluating innovative solutions to address the challenges posed by chronic and complex health conditions in the community.
The purpose-built MCS boasts state-of-the-art facilities including a spacious lecture theatre, tutorial rooms, a well-equipped library, clinical skills simulation area, laboratories, clinical suites, a student common room, and an outdoor function facility. Medical students enrolled in the postgraduate MBBS course spend their third and final years at MCS, completing rotations at renowned hospitals such as Werribee Mercy, St. Vincent’s, St. George’s, Western Health, Cabrini, and more. Since its inception in 2011, MCS has produced successful alumni who have established thriving careers, particularly in Victoria and New South Wales.
With a strong emphasis on excellence in education and research, Melbourne Clinical School at The University of Notre Dame Australia offers a dynamic learning environment where students are encouraged to excel in various medical disciplines including medicine, surgery, general practice, obstetrics, pediatrics, and emergency medicine. The school’s commitment to innovation, evidence-based practice, and community impact sets it apart as a premier institution for medical education and research in Australia.