Dear MBBS aspirant, when you plan for studying MBBS abroad, don’t forget to consider your opportunity for studying MBBS in Philippines. The medical universities in the Philippines provide you with excellent study ambiance and global exposure while pursuing an MBBS course. Each year many MBBS aspirants from India fly to the Philippines to pursue an MBBS course. The country offers quality education at an affordable cost.

A number of internationally recognised and certified medical schools and institutions are located in the Philippines. Degrees from these universities produce good graduation results, are well recognised, and improve your CV for future employment opportunities.

MBBS in Philippines VS MBBS in India:

·         The total duration of MBBS in Philippines is 5.5 to 6 years (1.5 years BS + 4 years MD) where as in India it is 5.5 years (4.5 years academic + 1-year internship).

·         The minimum qualification for MBBS in Philippines is 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology where as in India it is 12th with Physics, Chemistry, Biology.

·         For MBBS in India and MBBS in Philippine NEET is mandatory.

·         The age limit for MBBS in Philippines is 17+ whereas for MBBS in India the age limit is 17–25 years (for government colleges).

·         In Philippines medical universities the medium of instruction is English (widely used in teaching and communication) and in India the medium of instruction is English/Hindi/Regional languages depending on the state.

·         Degree recognition in Philippines is MD equivalent to MBBS in India (recognized by NMC) and in India MBBS is directly recognized.

·         In Philippines the climate is Tropical (similar to Indian coastal regions) and in India diverse climates across regions.

MBBS in Philippines: The Top Medical Universities

University of Santo Tomas (UST)

• Location: Manila
• Established: 1611 (Oldest university in Asia)

University of the Philippines Manila (UP Manila)

• Location: Manila
• Established: 1908

Cebu Institute of Medicine (CIM)

• Location: Cebu City
• Established: 1957

Davao Medical School Foundation (DMSF)

• Location: Davao City
• Established: 1976

AMA School of Medicine (AMASOM)

• Location: Makati, Metro Manila
• Established: 2008

Our Lady of Fatima University (OLFU)

• Location: Valenzuela City (Main Campus)
• Established: 1967

Bicol Christian College of Medicine

• Location:Legazpi City
• Established: 1975

 Why Come to the Philippines to Study MBBS?

Worldwide Acknowledgement: MCI (NMC), WHO, and ECFMG-approved degrees.

·         There is no language barrier for Indian pupils when English is used as the medium of instruction.

·         Reasonably priced tuition and a far cheaper cost of living than in the US or the UK.

·         For students hoping to take the USMLE or practise abroad, a US-based curriculum is preferable.

·         Similar to India, the tropical climate and disease pattern make clinical training extremely pertinent.

·         Separate accommodations are offered for students in the majority of Philippine universities.

·         The MBBS course curriculum in Philippines medical universities is well-structured.

·         The students of the medical universities in Philippines gain clinical knowledge and practical skills.

·         Some medical universities provide internships to the students.

·         Additionally, students might find employment abroad.

·         The NMC has certified the top medical universities in the Philippines.

·         When compared to graduates from other nations, the Philippines Medical University graduates have the highest NMC passing %.

For more information about MBBS in Philippines contact Ria Overseas.