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Are you an international student looking for a pathway to get into medical school in Australia? Confused by postgraduate vs direct medicine and exams like GAMSAT, UCAT, and ISAT?
Here is your answer: Most universities in Australia only has postgraduate courses for medicine, however there is a small group that has (highly competitive) direct courses for medicine!
What is the ISAT?
The International Student Admissions Test (ISAT) is a 3-hour, computer-based exam, targeted for international student who wants to apply to medicine, dentistry, veterinary science or most health-related fields in Australia, Estonia, Spain, and Ireland.
What Does the ISAT Look Like?
ISAT mainly scores reasoning skills, meaning they are not testing for academic knowledge, but instead the ability to understand and analyse materials you are given. Questions will require test takers:
- to read and understand passages of writing,
- to interpret informatic graphs,
- to use mathematical relationships and,
- to describe tables of data.
The exam typically has 100 multiple choice questions within a time limit of 180 minutes. Questions fall under two categories of reasoning; critical and quantitative.
How to Register for the ISAT?
- Read the pre-registration requirements and information.
- Create an ACER account.
- Register for ISAT via your ACER account.
- Register for a ProctorU account.
- Receive your invitation from the ISAT Office to book with ProctorU. This includes your ISAT ID.
- Book your test session with ProctorU.
- Access preparation materials.
- Read and understand the test day requirements.
ISAT Fees and Payment Information
- The registration fee for ISAT is A$430. Payments are made to ACER at the time of registration.
- Deferral requests will incur a deferral fee of A$70.
ISAT Retake Policy
- Tests can only be sat once every 12-months.
2026 ISAT Key Dates
Differences between Direct and Postgraduate Medicine
Direct entry medicine can be an initial shock for international students due to the shift in learning format and the demanding workload. However, for ambitious students, it offers a fast-paced and intellectually stimulating environment that can be highly rewarding!
Note this, Fraser’s Medical has a 100% acceptance rate consecutively in 2023 and 2024 for their ISAT course. Read more about our programs here.
Which Universities Accept ISAT?
ISAT results typically are released two weeks after the final sitting. Results are valid for two years, meaning if you are interested in starting your bachelor’s at 2026 your accepted results are from;
- 2026 Test Window 2
- 2026 Test Window 1
- 2025 Test Results
- 2024 Test Results
Australian Universities that Accept ISAT
*Dates are subject to change.
Non-Australian Universities that Accept ISAT
Fraser’s Medical ISAT Comprehensive Program
Fraser’s Medical ISAT program is tailored perfectly for each and every international student. Proven by our 100% success rate — our 2023 and 2024 cohort got into their first preference medical schools!
Why do ISAT Preparation with Fraser’s Medical?
Fraser’s Medical focuses on supporting and recognising each unique challenge faced by international students. On top of our vast resources, students are provided with 1-on-1 tutoring with personal mentors, as well as personally curated Mock Exams.
Our ISAT program helps international students:
- Improve speaking and writing English, as well as gaining confidence and growing comfortable to English.
- Familiarise with Australian educational system and the different pathways to medicine/dentistry in Australia.
- Develop skills like time management, reasoning, and decision making.
- Adjust to the teaching styles, assessment methods, and expectations in Australian institutions.
What Is Included In Fraser's ISAT Comprehensive Program?
- Diagnostic Mock Exam upon joining – Gain valuable insights into your strengths and weaknesses from the start.
- Review and 30-minute assessment of Diagnostic Mock Exam – Collaborate with our experts to create a personalised study plan tailored to your needs.
- 16 Private Tutorials across both ISAT sections – Receive 1-on-1 guidance to master the Critical Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning sections.
- Weekly Pre-Tutorial Prep Questions – Prepare effectively each week with focused assignments designed for success.
- Weekly Post-Tutorial Homework – Reinforce learning and identify areas for improvement with targeted assignments.
- 5 Mock ISAT Exams and Review Tutorials – In the lead-up to the exam, take 5 Mock Exams followed by in-depth review tutorials to analyse performance and refine strategies.
- 1-on-1 Mentoring – Receive personalised support throughout every step of your journey to medical school.
- University-Specific Mock Interview – Prepare for university medical interviews with specialised, tailored coaching.
This comprehensive approach ensures students are fully equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed in the ISAT and pursue a medical career in Australia.
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Where to Next?
If you found this article helpful, don’t stop here! Fraser’s Medical has more resources to help international students navigate medicine in Australia. Explore our other in-depth articles and tools to deepen your understanding, strengthen your preparation, and stay ahead in your medical journey:
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