Academic programme
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery [MBBS][from 2023 intake batch]
Admissions
Entry requirements
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- A first Degree pass with Credit as a minimum in a Science-based programme such as Biology, Chemistry or Physics, Environmental Sciences or Health Sciences.
- Three (3) or more passes at the GCE "A" Level or its equivalent in Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Mathematics with a "C" as the minimum grade in at least two (2) subjects
- Three (3) or more passes in CAPE or its equivalent in Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Mathematics with grade III as the minimum grade in at least two (2) subjects
- First-year passes in a Science-Based programme such as Biology or Chemistry or Physics or Environmental Studies with grade "B" as the minimum grade in at least two (2) courses or an overall GPA of 3.0.
- Second-year passes in a Science-Based programme such as Biology or Chemistry or Physics or Environmental Studies with "B" as the minimum grade in at least two (2) courses and an overall GPA of 3.0.
- Second-year passes of a Degree of Health sciences programme such as Pharmacy or Medical Technology with an overall GPA of 3.0.
- A Faculty of Health Sciences Diploma/Associate of Science Degree with a Pass with Credit in Medical Technology, Environmental Health, Pharmacy or Radiography.
- A Bachelor of Science (BSc.) Degree in Nursing from a recognized institution with a minimum Pass with Credit.
- Any qualification considered by the University to be equivalent to any of the above.
- A first Degree pass with Credit as a minimum in a Science-based programme such as Biology, Chemistry or Physics, Environmental Sciences or Health Sciences.
Programme structure
Courses by year and semester
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First Year
Semester 1
7 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA4104 | Additional Course (4 Credits) | 4 | Use this slot to register for Chinese course. |
| MED1102 | Biochemistry I | 4 | — |
| MED1101 | Descriptive Anatomy I | 4 | — |
| MED1104 | Embryology | 4 | — |
| MED1103 | Histology I | 4 | — |
| MED1105 | Introduction to Clinical Medicine I | 3 | — |
| MED1106 | Physiology I | 5 | — |
Semester 2
8 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA4204 | Additional Course (4 Credits) | 4 | Use this slot to register for Chinese course. |
| MED1201 | Descriptive Anatomy II | 4 | — |
| MED1203 | Histology II | 4 | — |
| MED1209 | Human Nutrition | 4 | — |
| MED1214 | Integrated Case Seminars 1 | 2 | — |
| MED1208 | Introduction to Clinical Medicine II | 3 | — |
| MED1207 | Molecular Medicine & Clinical Biochemistry & Medical Genetics I | 4 | — |
| MED1206 | Physiology II | 5 | — |
Second Year
Semester 1
8 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| MED2114 | Integrated Case Seminars 11 | 2 | — |
| MED2108 | Introduction to Clinical Medicine 3 | 2 | — |
| MED2112 | Microbiology Parasitology Immunology 1 | 2 | — |
| MED2111 | Molecular Medicine & Clinical Biochemistry & Medical Genetics 2 | 2 | — |
| MED2110 | Pathology I | 4 | — |
| MED2109 | Pharmacotherapeutics I | 4 | — |
| MED2101 | Regional and Applied Anatomy | 4 | — |
| MED2106 | Research Methodology & Biostatistics | 4 | — |
Semester 2
8 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| MED2211 | Chemical Pathology/ Basic Haematology | 4 | — |
| CMS3200 | Ethics and Law for Healthcare Professionals | 3 | — |
| MED2213 | Forensic Medicine and Toxicology | 2 | — |
| MED2214 | Integrated Case Seminars 111 | 2 | — |
| MED2208 | Introduction to Clinical Medicine 4 | 2 | — |
| MED2212 | Parasitology/ Microbiology Immunology 2 | 4 | — |
| MED2210 | Pathology 2 /Pathophysiology | 4 | — |
| MED2209 | Pharmaco-therapeutics 2 | 4 | — |
Third Year
Semester 1
7 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| MED3112 | Community Field Assignment I | 4 | — |
| MED3111 | Emergency Medicine | 4 | — |
| MED3110 | Family Medicine | 4 | — |
| MED3108 | Introduction to Clinical Medicine 5 | 2 | — |
| MED3107 | Management for Health Professionals/ Quality Improvement Science | 4 | — |
| MED3109 | Psychiatry I | 4 | — |
| MED3113 | Rehabilitation and Cancer Care | 1 | — |
Semester 2
3 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| MED5004 | General Surgery | 28 | — |
| MED5003 | Internal Medicine | 28 | — |
| MED3209 | Psychiatry II | 2 | — |
Fourth Year
Annual Attachment
4 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| MED4103 | Community Field Assignment II | 5 | — |
| MED5002 | Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 28 | — |
| MED5001 | Paediatrics | 28 | — |
| MED5007 | Rehabilitation Medicine/Cancer Care | 3 | — |
Fifth Year
Annual Attachment
7 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| MED5101 | Community Field Assignment III | 14 | — |
| MED5006 | Elective | 0 | — |
| MED5004 | General Surgery | 28 | — |
| MED5201 | Integrated Case Seminars IV | 5 | — |
| MED5003 | Internal Medicine | 28 | — |
| MED5002 | Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 28 | — |
| MED5001 | Paediatrics | 28 | — |