Opportunities for MBBS students in Universities in Caribbean countries

Vishu Tripathi

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Studying medicine is the dream of every student preparing for the NEET exam, but unfortunately, the seats are limited, cut-offs are high and the number of applications is increasing every year. If pursuing medicine is the only thing that will bring you happiness then MBBS in Caribbean countries can be an important option to realise your dream.

 As time is changing fast and students are choosing to study abroad. One can add Caribbean countries to their list for MBBS study destination. Caribbean countries are majorly known for their natural beauty. Generally, people prefer it as a travel destination but it is also the most preferred destination for medical students. Aspirants from Canada, America, India, and other countries are studying in medical colleges there.

 Medical universities in the Caribbean nations welcome students from all over the world to pursue medicines. One can experience world-class teaching and learning system and can build an extensive network with peers from across the world. Here are the some points to know Caribbean Countries admission procedure for MBBS aspirant:

 No worry of entrance exam:  If you are planning for MBBS in a Caribbean University you don’t have to worry about any kind of entrance assessment or examination. Medical university admission is based on a student’s performance in school and any regional entrance exam qualification. You do not need to qualify for any exam.

 International standard of learning: Caribbean medical universities curriculum is the same as followed in the MBBS/MD programme studied in the United States of America. These universities also maintain a high standard of education, under experienced teachers, which makes studies in the Caribbean and in America comparable. American medical curriculum trains students to seek jobs there and makes students familiar with the process.

Why a Caribbean university for Indian students: While enrolling yourself in any Caribbean medical university make sure that they are listed in WDOMS (World Directory of Medical Schools) and certified by ECFMG (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates). Also, as an Indian Student, you will get other benefits that most of the universities are approved by MCI/NMC (National Medical Commission).

This will help you to prepare for USMLE (United States Medical Licensing Examination). The curriculum provides support to crack USMLE along with the MBBS program. USMLE is an important exam to pass by Medical aspirants to practice in USA.

Clinical rotation internationally: Medical students are assigned shifts at an approved healthcare site. Once the sites are assigned students are asked to perform certain supervised instructions as an individual or as a team.  High-profile universities in this region have tie-ups with the famous and biggest hospitals in the city and country. Also, with the hospitals of other islands of the Caribbean, West Indies, America and etc.

 International connections provide students with clinical rotation across the country and enhance their practical experience by practicing under different professionals. These clinical rotations make them future-ready and used too of the environment.

Low ratio of teacher & students: Learning will be better with experienced faculty and the best part of MBBS Study in Caribbean countries is that there is a low ratio of teachers and students in a class. It gives medical students the opportunity to ask questions to the teacher. Fewer students in a class will lead to quality studies and an interactive session. This will also enhance the student-teacher relationship and break the shyness of students.

 No wait list:   NEET exam is held only once a year in India to get admission in a medical course. On the other hand, in the Caribbean universities accept applications three times a year. That means one can apply for admission any time they want. January, May, and September are months to apply to these colleges and by filling the eligibility criteria you can occupy the available seats in the upcoming batches.

 Apart from this, the affordability of fees of these colleges attracts more aspirants to study here. Also, the eligibility criteria to study MBBS in Caribbean countries can be fulfilled easily.

The writer is  CEO& Founder, Affinity Education