Duration
The MBBS course typically lasts for 5.5 years, including 4.5 years of academic studies and 1 year of compulsory internship.
Course Structure
The MBBS course is divided into four parts:
- Pre-Clinical Phase (1st year): Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, and Biophysics.
- Para-Clinical Phase (2nd & 3rd year): Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology, and Forensic Medicine.
- Clinical Phase (4th and 5th year): General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, and other Specialized subjects.
- Internship (1 year): Hands-on training in hospitals and healthcare institutions
Duration
The MBBS course typically lasts for 5.5 years, including 4.5 years of academic studies and 1 year of compulsory internship.
Course Structure
The MBBS course is divided into four parts:
- Pre-Clinical Phase (1st year): Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, and Biophysics.
- Para-Clinical Phase (2nd & 3rd year): Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology, and Forensic Medicine.
- Clinical Phase (4th and 5th year): General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, and other Specialized subjects.
- Internship (1 year): Hands-on training in hospitals and healthcare institutions
Subjects
Some of the key subjects covered in the MBBS course include:
Skills and Knowledge
The MBBS course aims to equip students with:
– A strong foundation in medical sciences
– Clinical skills and knowledge
– Communication and interpersonal skills
– Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
– Ability to work in a team and lead healthcare teams
– Understanding of medical ethics and professionalism
Career Opportunities
After completing the MBBS course, students can pursue various career paths, including:
– Clinical practice as a doctor Research and academia
– Public health and healthcare administration
– Medical journalism and writing
– Healthcare management and entrepreneurship
Eligibility
To be eligible for the MBBS course, students typically need to:
– Complete 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
– Secure a minimum aggregate score in the entrance exam (e.g., NEET)
Meet the age and other eligibility criteria specified by the medical college or university.
