Medical Education

The UK is one of the leading countries in the world for medical education and training. Due to the UK government restrictions, medical schools cannot accept as many international students as they want. One way to allow international students to access the UK excellence in medical education is to teach the same degree outside the UK.

Queen Mary, University of London (QMUL), has one of the oldest medical schools in the UK Click Here. Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry has now established the MBBS programme in Malta.

QMUL has a strong core curriculum is underpinned by research, you will be linking your learning to the work of the faculty, from the laboratory bench to new drugs to public health interventions. With less emphasis on traditional lectures, problem-based learning in small groups encourages you to take an independent approach to clinical scenarios.

You’ll develop practical experience through attachments with local general practices, and in your third, fourth and fifth years you’ll spend time in primary and secondary care facilities in Malta and Gozo.

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For assistance and to apply for MBBS at the Malta campus, please contact us on (enquiry form)

About School of Medicine at St. George’s University, Grenada

St. George’s University has been providing the world with highly trained doctors for more than 40 years, and has an extensive international network of over 18,000 MD alumni around the world. In addition to four-, five-, six-, and seven-year Doctor of Medicine (MD) programs, the School of Medicine awards master’s degrees in public health, epidemiology, microbiology, and other sciences, as well as PhDs in many disciplines.

The School of Medicine is committed to student success within an international academic environment, and has outstanding international student success rates. In 2019, St. George’s University’s international students achieved a 97% first-time pass rate on the USMLE Step 1*. 92% of eligible non-US 2020 graduates who applied for US postgraduate position obtained one at the time of graduation**. It is the largest international provider of new doctors in the US for the last 11 years combined***, and its graduates have practiced in all 20 Top Hospitals in the US, as ranked in US News & World Report 2020-2021.

The School of Medicine is committed to student success within an international academic environment, and has outstanding international student success rates. In 2019, St. George’s University’s international students achieved a 97% first-time pass rate on the USMLE Step 1*. 92% of eligible non-US 2020 graduates who applied for US postgraduate position obtained one at the time of graduation**. It is the largest international provider of new doctors in the US for the last 11 years combined***, and its graduates have practiced in all 20 Top Hospitals in the US, as ranked in US News & World Report 2020-2021.
*Data as of September 2020. International students are non-US, non-Canadian students
**Data as of September 2020. International graduates are non-US citizens or permanent residents
***Data as of September 2020

SGU School of Medicine – Approved Statements

Please keep in mind: (1) these statements must be used as written, and cannot be altered, and (2) all of these statements must be used together with their related footnote to indicate the source of each statement

• SGU is the #1 provider of doctors into first-year US residencies for the last 11 years combined¹
• No other medical school in the world provides more new doctors to the US healthcare system. Over 1,100 US residencies in 2020…and counting ¹
• SGU graduates secured 1,100 US residencies in 2020 ¹
• SGU graduates secured 961 US residencies in 2019 ²
• SGU is the #1 provider of new primary care physicians in the US ³
• SGU is the #1 international provider of physicians licensed in the US - more than any other non-US medical school in the world ⁶
• SGU graduates have practiced at all Top 20 US Hospitals ⁴
• 92% of eligible international (non-US) SGU 2020 graduates who applied for a postgraduate position in the US, obtained one at the time of graduation ⁵
• SGU is the 2nd largest source of doctors for the entire US workforce ⁶
• SGU international students—from 46 countries—had a 97% first-time pass rate on the USMLE Step 1 in 2019 ⁷
• The first-year attrition rate for School of Medicine students who began their medical program at SGU in the 2019 academic year is 5.9% ⁸
• SGU has nearly as many international students as all US medical schools combined ⁹

Footnotes:

1 Data as of September 2020
2 Data as of September 2019
3 Data as of August 2019
4 According to US News and World Report, 2020-2021
5 Data as of September 2020. International graduates are non-US citizens or permanent residents
6 According to a 2019 article in the Journal of Medical Regulation, FSMB Census of Licensed Physicians in the United States, 2018, Vol. 105. No 2
7 Data as of September 2020. International students are non-US, non-Canadian students
8 Certified census enrollment as of October 2020 for the August 2018 and January 2019 entering cohorts
9 International student enrollment in US medical schools = 1,338; SGU international student enrollment = 1,184. These numbers do not include US citizens or permanent residents

SGU School of Medicine - Key Numbers

• Student population: 75% US citizens and 25% non-US citizens (international)
• 465 teaching faculty 1,500 clinical faculty members
• Established in 1976 as a School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies
• Over 18,000 Doctor of Medicine (MD) graduates around the world
• Students and faculty from 150 different countries
• 70+ affiliated hospitals and medical centers in the US and in the UK
• Graduates from SGU have practiced medicine in all the 50 states in the US
• 450 grads starting their residencies New York and New Jersey in 2020
• 20% of doctors in Trinidad and Tobago are SGU graduates
• 20% of doctors in Botswana are SGU graduates
• 1,700+ SGU students started their studies in the UK
• 145 SGU doctors have been registered with the General Medical Council in the UK
• 50: 50 ratio of lectures to small group sessions
• SGU’s Department of Education Services (DES), provides access to 290 small study groups
• SGU has provided more than 5,000 students with academic scholarships
• There are 6,583 students enrolled in SGU School of Medicine at the moment (December 2020)
• In total, SGU has granted more than USD$100 million in scholarships
• 8:1 ration of students-to-faculty in small group sessions
• Our School of Medicine students are 52% female and 48% male

SGU’s Doctor of Medicine (MD) Pathway Study Locations

• Preclinical Studies in India, Grenada, and the UK (1-3 years)
• Basic Sciences program in Grenada and in the UK (2 years)
• Clinical Studies in SGU’s 70+ affiliated hospitals in the US or UK (2 years)

In India, the Preclinical Program is available at Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences in Bangalore. In the UK, Preclinical Studies and Basic Sciences programs are available at Northumbria University in Newcastle. In the last two years of all Doctor of Medicine (MD) pathways, students complete clinical rotations in SGU’s 70+ affiliated hospitals and health centers in the US and/or in the UK. All students, irrespective of their pathway, are required to complete the second year of their Basic Sciences studies at SGU’s True Blue campus in Grenada.

UK Pathway: A Partnership with Northumbria University

Thanks to an international partnership with Northumbria University, SGU students can earn a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree and complete up to two years of the degree in Newcastle, UK. Our International Medical Pathway partnership commenced in January 2007 and has since welcomed more than 1,700 medical students to Newcastle.

SGU and Northumbria University are offering three different pathway-stage programs that start in the UK: A 6-year MD Program (MD6), a 5-year MD program (MD5), and a 4-year MD program (MD4). The length of the program depends on the candidate’s entry qualifications. Each program allows students to complete the first part of their education at Northumbria University in Newcastle, and to obtain a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree awarded by SGU on graduation.

• Entry requirements: Depends on the program
• English requirements: IELTS 7.0 on each band or TOEFL 100
• Degrees awarded: Bachelor of Medical Sciences (BMedSci) awarded to eligible students on completion of the Basic Sciences studies by Northumbria University, and postgraduate Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree awarded on completion of the program by St. George’s University, Grenada.

For more information about this pathway, please visit: www.sgu.edu/nu

India Pathway: A 5-Year Pathway with Ramaiah

Ramaiah Group of Institutions, India, and St. George’s University are working together to enable aspirants from India and around the world to obtain an internationally recognized degree and practice medicine in the US, UK, or India. During the 5-year pathway, students have the opportunity to experience global healthcare systems across several countries: Year 1 in India, Year 2 in the UK or Grenada, Year 3 in Grenada, and Years 4 and 5 in the US or UK.

The 1-year Preclinical Certificate program at Ramaiah curriculum is closely aligned with what preclinical students are taking at the SGU campus in Grenada or at Northumbria University, our partner university in the UK. During this first year in India, students are offered a variety of opportunities to prepare for their studies and life in Grenada and/or the UK in the following four years of their MD study.

• Entry requirements: India school diploma (10+2) or equivalent, min. 80%
• English requirements: IELTS 7.0 on each band or TOEFL 100
• Degrees awarded: Certificate of Higher Education in Medical Sciences by Ramaiah University no completion of Preclinical Studies, Bachelor of Medical Sciences (BMedSci) awarded to eligible students on completion of the Basic Sciences studies by Northumbria University, and postgraduate Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree awarded on completion of the program by St. George’s University, Grenada.

For more information about this pathway, please visit: www.sgu.edu/ramaiah

Program Entry Requirements

4-Year Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program – MD4

• Bachelor's degree in the requisite sciences

5-Year Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program – MD5

• A Levels: Minimum 3 subjects As and Bs: Biology, Chemistry, and either Math or Physics. Biology, Math, or Physics can be accepted at AS Level with strong non science third A-Level
• Full IB Diploma: Requires a minimum score of 32 points; 3 HL science subjects recommended, minimum of 2 HL subjects required, which must include Chemistry and Biology; results 5 or higher
• Associate degree: 60 credits or equivalent with Biology, Chemistries, and Math
• India High School Diploma (10+2): average 80% in Biology, Chemistry, Math, Physics, and English; no grade below 80%

6-Year Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program – MD6

• Further Education qualifications. For example: AS Levels, Baccalaureate, South Africa matric, Higher School Exam, Irish Leaving Certificate, Senior Certificate

7-Year Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program – MD7

• Secondary school diploma, strong science performance

English Language Requirements - All Programs

All international students, if English is not their principal language, must have achieved a minimum score of 7.0 on each band of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Alternatively, the applicant must have achieved a 600 (paper-based), 250 (computer-based), or 100 (internet-based) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

Students can also submit their PassWord Skills (scoring required is the same as IELTS), C1 Advanced (CEA) (a score of 186 is required), or PTE-Academic (Pearson) (a score of 85 overall is required) test results.

Campus and Housing Information

St. George’s University True Blue campus, St. George, Grenada

Our Grenada campus rises atop a peninsula in the southwest corner of Grenada and is a beautiful combination of Georgian architecture visually enhanced with vivid Caribbean colors. More than 65 buildings spread across the vibrant seaside location on 42 acres of land, spread out in a peninsula in the southwest corner of Grenada. A major campus expansion begun in the early 1990s resulted in 52 new buildings. The architecture of the buildings is Georgian. The campus hosts a beautiful black sand beach known as Mandem Beach, which lies to the west of the campus.

The campus is always expanding to keep up with the latest technologies and to provide students with the best learning environment. The campus features a state-of-the art library, lecture halls, study spaces, labs, a bank, a mailroom, a playing field, a variety of dining and coffee outlets, dormitories, events venues, a security center, a gorgeous beachfront, a bookstore, a psychological services center, a healthcare clinic, as well as a multi-purpose fitness & wellness center. Getting around our safe, secure campus is easy. We operate a regular shuttle service (from 7am to 2am) around the campus and within a 5-mile area around the campus.

Our students are the first to say they need something to take their attention away from studying for the little while each day they can do so – a way to relax and de-stress, taking care of your physical and mental wellness. There is an abundance of outdoor sports and recreation opportunities:

• You can see the underwater sculpture park up top.
• 80% of students get scuba certified – Grenada is one of the Top 5 dive spots in the world, and last year’s #1 in the Caribbean
• Your can hit the gym, play basketball, cricket, and soccer, or do running, swimming, and yoga, amongst other options

We have a wide variety of clubs and student interest groups on campus, which includes spiritual, cultural, professional, philanthropic, athletic, Student Government, and many other groups. At the moment, there are 65 official student interest groups and clubs available for you to choose from. They offer great opportunities to find new friends, build a great network for your life beyond your med school studies, and to develop a range of important skills. We are also proud to be the largest chapter of AMSA – the American Medical Student Association - in the world.

To see our beautiful campus, please take a virtual campus tour: https://www.sgu.edu/VR/

Student Housing in Grenada

All non-residents of Grenada must live on campus at least for their first two terms. Living on campus provides more opportunities to work and socialize with other students and faculty than off-campus life, giving you more time to meet people, cultivate relationships with faculty members, and make new friends.

Your education will be enhanced by the opportunity to access study groups, campus activities, the library, and recreational facilities. The campus provides a wide range of accommodation to best suit the needs of our multi-aged and multicultural student community. Most of the residences have been configured as suites with a varying number of bedrooms (single or double), each with its own bathroom, opening into a common kitchen/living area.

All residences have air conditioning and internet access. Complimentary cleaning and maintenance service are also included. All dormitories are staffed with Resident Assistants (RAs), who foster a community of mutual respect and cooperation—and provide assistance to students when needed. RAs are available to ensure that students are issued keys and comfortably settled into their rooms; they are available to handle emergencies 24-hours a day. All True Blue residence halls have laundry facilities and all bedrooms are furnished with twin-size beds, chairs, desks, closet space, and bookshelves. Kitchen facilities include a refrigerator, cooktop stove, and microwave.

To find out more about our campus housing, please visit: www.sgu.edu/accepted-students/housing-information/grenada-campus-housing/

Northumbria University, City Campus, Newcastle, UK

You will be studying at our partner Northumbria University’s City Campus in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. The University has invested more than £250 million in its estate over the last decade and our campus is continuously evolving to create an environment where you can shape your future.

Some of the City Campus highlights include:

• City Campus East – multiple award-winning building which is home to Business, Law and Design courses
• Student Central - our one stop shop for student enquiries and the University Library
• A brand new Computer and Information Sciences Building and high-tech laboratories for Life Sciences and Engineering
• The historical Sutherland Building which will soon house new Architecture Studios
• Sport Central – our state-of-the-art sport facility

Northumbria University’s campuses provide exceptional facilities to create an environment where you can shape your future. The University’s technical facilities support ground-breaking research and ensure students have the practical tools they need to get the most out of their courses. The University has state-of-the-art laboratories, prototyping workshops, CAD suites, media labs and more. And all of this is backed up by IT support that is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

The University’s sports centers offer fantastic opportunities for people at every level of fitness. The facilities include fitness centers, a sprint track, squash courts, a six-lane 25m swimming pool and numerous outdoor pitches. The flagship Sport Central facility can cater for up to 3,000 people and is home to the Newcastle Eagles, the most successful team in the British Basketball League.

The University Library achieves some of the highest levels of student satisfaction in the UK and has held the Cabinet Office accreditation for Customer Service Excellence since 2010. City Campus Library and the University Library Digital Commons are open 24/7 during term-time, and the other libraries also operate generous opening hours, which can vary throughout the year to meet demand for space and support. The Libraries offer learning spaces to meet a variety of needs, from silent or quiet study through to social and collaborative learning. The Library provides an extensive collection of scholarly resources including books, ebooks, print and e-journals, as well as databases, collections of early historical books and primary digital archives.

To find out more about our campus and facilities, please visit: https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/about-us/our-campuses/newcastle-city-campus/

Trinity Square Student Housing in Newcastle

SGU students stay in the modern Trinity Square development during their time in Newcastle. The development is divided into 5 stylish blocks, which house almost 1,000 students. SGU students will have their own double en-suite bedroom and share a self-contained apartment with four other SGU students. Each apartment has a shared kitchen/living space which includes amenities such as a washing machine, tumble dryer, large stove, microwave, fridge freezer and a dishwasher. The open plan kitchen and living room provide an ideal base for socializing with flatmates, but if you’d like to go further afield, you can also take advantage of the generously sized communal hubs. Both hubs just got a complete makeover to create fresh communal spaces for residents to enjoy.

Whether you want to wind down in the brand new cinema room, revise in one of the study pods or work out in the on-site fitness suite, you’re sure to find a space to suit you in Trinity Square.

Ramaiah University Campus, Bengaluru, India

Today, most of the institutions operate out of one 76-acre campus named Gnanagangothri (the Wellspring of Knowledge). The campus boasts a one-of-kind Advanced Learning Centre (ALC) that complements conventional bedside teaching by bringing practice-based learning to the fore.

The campus also features well-equipped study rooms, lecture theatres, training spaces, social and dining facilities, residential accommodation, an exceptional central library that comprises thousands of books and journals from 235 countries, as well as a number of state-of-the-art labs. The medical skills lab, for example, is used for teaching students basic skills, such as trauma life support and advanced cardiac life support, using contemporary mannequins, models, and simulation techniques. There are 3 on-campus hospitals, which have 1,650 beds with real patients, to meet the students’ training needs and there are four peripheral hospitals.

The campus features a Food Street that hosts different eateries that offer international and local food at affordable prices. Moreover, a variety of facilities like laundry, stationery stores, grooming parlors, and grocery stores are available either on or around campus.

Ramaiah Student Housing

Ramaiah has robust housing accommodations in close proximity to campus that allows for students to socialize and work on campus and with other students. Student housing includes double and single rooms with attached bathrooms, common TV rooms, and wifi subscription. In addition, the large campus has a library, recreational facilities and study group areas.

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