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Clinical Placement Allocations – Semester 2 2026

Clinical placement allocations for MBBS Year 3 and Year 4 students have been confirmed for Semester 2, 2026. Students are assigned to Port Moresby General Hospital, Lae Angau Memorial Hospital, and provincial health facilities.

Please collect your placement letters from the Clinical Education Office, SMHS Building Level 1, by 6 June 2026. Ensure your immunisation records are up to date prior to placement commencement.

Public Health Research Grant – Nominations Open

The SMHS Research Committee is accepting nominations for the 2026 PNG Public Health Research Grant (K15,000). Priority areas include malaria control, maternal health, and non-communicable diseases in PNG communities.

Eligible applicants: academic staff and postgraduate students. Applications close 30 June 2026. Download the application form from the School Office.

Mandatory First Aid Refresher – All Year 1 Students

All Year 1 MBBS and Nursing students are required to attend a mandatory First Aid and Basic Life Support refresher workshop before the end of Semester 1.

  • Session A: Saturday 14 June, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
  • Session B: Saturday 21 June, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
  • Venue: SMHS Skills Laboratory

Sign up via the student portal. Both sessions are equivalent — attend only one.