Medical courses are one of the most sought-after and dedicated options for an esteemed profession, and as such, students often wonder, “Which country is best for medical studies?”.
To put the quest to an end, we have gathered information on some of the most well-equipped countries to study medicine in the 21st century in this article.
All the countries listed in the article are known for their medical courses and we leave it to your discretion to decide the best country for medical studies based on your needs. To begin with, you should have a rough idea of the medical courses. Well, these courses are established to provide students with the knowledge of human anatomy and other intricate details of human functionality for four to five years. This is followed by a year or two of fellowship or a foundation program.
Additionally, some of these countries also offer part-time postgraduate courses in the field of Medicine and allow international students to get part-time employment with their visa status. This enables them to work for 20 hours each week while pursuing their medical degrees.
The curriculum for a medical course depends from university to university. It mainly depends on the specialization and field you have opted for.
The Doctor of Medicine, for instance, is awarded for completing the foundational curriculum course, the clinical fellowship, and the required exams.
Some of the most popular medical courses offered by the countries are as follows:
1. Physiology
2. Biomedical sciences
3. Biological sciences or life sciences
4. Neuroscience
5. Veterinary Medicine
6. Dentistry Medicine
7. Human Anatomy
8. Pathology
9. Radiology
10. Anaesthetics
11. General Practice
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Coming to the UK, the country’s excellent infrastructure, prominent medical schools, high-tech hospitals, and research facilities ensure some of the best medical programs worldwide.
Here are some of the leading medical colleges in the country:
Name of University
Courses Offered
Duration
Tuition Fee
Entry Requirements
University of Oxford
Medicine (graduate entry)
4 years
GBP 36,800 (INR 36.98 Lakh) (pre-clinical fees charged for 1, 2 and 3 year) and GBP 48,600 (INR 48.84 Lakh) (clinical fees for 4th to 6th year). The living cost varies between GBP 1,215 (INR 1.22 Lakh) and GBP 1,775 (INR 1.78 Lakh) for each month.
Good academic record and Specific subject requirements that vary with the chosen course.
D. Phil ( Biomedical Science/Cardiovascular Science/Clinical Medicine)
3-4 years
GBP 28,560 (INR 28.74 Lakh)
1. a first-class undergraduate degree with honours in a relevant discipline such as biology, biochemistry, or medicine.
2. Previous master’s degree not required
3. IELTS overall score of 7 with 6.5 in each component
MSc (Clinical Embryology/Clinical and Therapeutic Neuroscience/ Genomic Medicine/Global Health Science and Epidemiology)
1 year
GBP 38,410 (INR 28.74 Lakh)
1. High level English Requirements (IELTS overall score of 7.5 with a score of 7 in each component)
2. a first-class or undergraduate degree with honours in any science discipline
3. No GRE or GMAT required
University of Cambridge
1. standard course and
2. graduate course
4 years
GBP 9,250 (INR 9.29 Lakh) per year and there are additional costs that range from GBP 2500 (INR 2.51 Lakh) to GBP 3000 (INR 3.01 Lakh) that needs to be paid at a different time of the course.
i) a candidate needs to complete the graduate course in medicine along with the UCAS application.
ii) Admission requirements include a good Honours degree (2.1 or above) in any discipline and passed at A-Level (or equivalent).
University college London
Biomedical sciences
3 years
GBP 29,400 (INR 29.60 Lakh) along with the additional costs that need to be incurred by the aspirants during the tenure of the chosen course.
AAA grade or equivalent in your academics and biology and chemistry as your main studied subjects.
Imperial College London
1. Biological sciences
2. Medicine
3. Microbiology
4. Biomedical engineering
5. Biomedical sciences
3 to 6 years depending on the program chosen (UG, PG or PhD)
GBP 32950 to GBP 46,650 ( INR 35.35 Lakh to INR 46.99 Lakh) per year
1. Generally A or AAA grade in specific subjects like biology, chemistry and mathematics is required.
2. English language requirements as set by the college.
2. United States of America
The USA is one of the most sought-after countries for medicinal study and is often regarded as the world’s best country for medical studies owing to the Top-Notch Hospitals, World-Class Medical Schools, Expert Faculty, Opportunities and progressive Research.
The courses offered by the leading colleges of America provide a brilliant mix of theoretical and practical learning. According to the QS World University Rankings, here is a list of some of the best universities in the USA for medical studies:
Name of University
Courses Offered
Duration
Tuition Fee
Entry Requirements
Harvard University
1. PhD in Biological and Biomedical sciences
2. PhD in Biological sciences in Public Health
3. Ph.D. Program in Immunology
4. Ph.D in Virology
5 years
USD 50,928 (INR 38.88 Lakh)
GRE General: Not Accepted
GRE Subject: Not Accepted
iBT TOEFL minimum score: 100
IELTS minimum score: 7
John Hopkins University
BS/MS in Neurosciences
5 years
USD 58,720 ( INR 44.86 Lakh)
1. Minimum 3.5 GPA
2. Completion of six credits of undergraduate research
3. Completion of the neuroscience sequence as well as the mathematics and science courses required for the BS, prior to matriculating into the program the first semester.
3. India
India hosts some of the premier institutes that are known worldwide for their medical studies. The popularity of these courses within India is so much that lakhs of students prepare hard for years to get enrolled into these institutes despite the cut throat competition. Mentioned below are some of the prestigious institutes that offers UG, PG and doctoral programs:
Name of University /Institute
Courses Offered
Duration
Tuition Fee
Entry Requirements
AIIMS
B.Sc. (Hons) (Medical Technology in Radiography/ Nursing)
3 years
Tution fee ranges from INR 2000 to 3000 for BSc courses
One needs to clear the BSc Nursing Entrance exam conducted by the AIIMS
MSc Nursing/Biotechnology/Reproductive biology and clinical Embryology
2 years
INR 3,500 to 5000
1. Qualify in the entrance exam conducted by the AIIMS
2. B.Sc Nursing degree
PhD Geriatric Medicine/Forensic Medicine /Toxicology
5 to 6 years
1. MSc with atleast 60% in the relevant discipline
2. NET and GRE score
MD in Emergency Medicine
3 years
Approx. INR 2491
1. MBBS from University recognized by the National Medical Commission/Medical Council of India as notified by Govt. of India.
2. Candidate must have obtained at least 55% marks in aggregate for all categories (50% marks for SC/ST).
3. Candidate must have completed the required period of 12 months compulsory rotating Internship/Practical training
Faculty of Medical Sciences , Delhi University
MBBS
5 years
Approx. INR 40,000 (for MBBS)
1. Valid NEET score
2. Duly filled online application
MD
3 years
Approx. INR 1.2 Lakh for MD courses.
1. MBBS Degree
2. Entrance exam
IISc, Bangalore
PhD in Neuroscience
5 years
Nominal fee of INR 800 at the time of application
1. Master’s degree in any branch of Science/ 4 year Bachelor of Science degree
2. Valid GATE score / NET JRF is mandatory
3. GPAT score (for B.Pharma)
4. Australia
Australia can be your destination to pursue medical sciences as it offers cutting edge curriculum, state of the art health facilities and good employability opportunities straight after completion of the course.
Name of University
Courses Offered
Duration
Tuition Fee
Entry Requirements
University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Biomedicine
3 years
AUD128,744 to AUD135,992
95.00 ATAR score along with English language requirements as set by the university.
Master of Biomedicine
2 years
AUD 88,166
undergraduate degree with a major in a relevant subject with a weighted average mark of at least 65%, or equivalent.
University of Sydney
Bachelor of Biomedical sciences
3 years
AUD 7,750* (First-year tuition fee)
1. Assumed knowledge of subjects like Chemistry and Advanced Mathematics
2. ATAR score of more than 77.55
Monash University
BSc in Biomedical sciences
3 years
AUD 44,000
1. Overall score of 6.5 for IELTS (Academic) with minimum band scores: Listening 6.5, Reading 6.5, Writing 6.0 and Speaking 6.0 for IELTS (Academic) with minimum band scores: Listening 6.5, Reading 6.5, Writing 6.0 and Speaking 6.0
2. Assumed knowledge of English, Maths and Science
University of Queensland
BSc in Biomedical Sciences/ Sciences
4 years
AUD 44,464
1. Your score must satisfy Australian Year 12 ATAR score.
2. IELTS overall 6.5 with a score of 6 in all the sections.
Specializations
Specialization after MBBS is slowly becoming the need of the hour because of the rising competition. Moreover, the demand for consulting a professional for even a common ailment is constantly increasing.
To take up a specialized medical course in the US, candidates must take ECFMG and USMLE, while in the UK, you have to appear for PLAB.
The specialization can come in the form of an MD, MS, or Diploma degree. Some of the most well-known and well-taught specialization courses in the US include Biochemistry, Emergency Medicine, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, and Sports Medicine.
On the other hand, some of the most popular medical specializations in the UK include Anesthetics, Pathology, Psychiatry, and Surgery.
The countries listed in the article offer medical courses from the undergraduate level to specializations. As far as the latter is concerned, one can opt for an MS, MD, or even a diploma course that only lasts a year.
Job Prospects
Now that we know about the listed countries are best for medical studies, it is time to look at the job prospects. Medicine is one of the most challenging degrees to pursue because of its vast scope and diverse work prospects.
Some of the most prominent fields for jobs are as follows.
Getting your BSc, MS, MBBS or PhD degree from some of the most reputed universities globally can bring in a great return on your investments. This is because of the financial lucrativeness of the Medical field. In addition, an MS or MD can add to the economic viability of the field.
The expected remuneration in terms of some of the possible jobs include:
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