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Surgeon
VCE recommendedRequires UCAT
Surgeons are physicians who operate to repair injuries, correct deformities, prevent diseases and generally improve the health of patients. They examine patients to determine if surgery is necessary, evaluate the risks involved and select the appropriate surgical procedure.
SUBJECTS TO TAKE
Recommended subject mix at Salesian, Years 11 and 12.
Year 11
- English
- Mathematics — Methods / Specialist
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Biology
- Religion and Society
Year 12
- English
- Mathematics — Methods / Specialist
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Free Choice Subject (e.g. Biology)
Booklet recommendations — final subject offerings depend on what runs each year. Talk to your Oratory Leader, subject teachers and the Careers Coordinator before locking in.
AFTER SCHOOL
University courses and alternative routes in.
University courses
- Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery
Alternative pathways into university
No alternative pathways listed.
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