Medical Schools
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FACTS: UK Medical Education
The UK government has stated that it does not train enough doctors to maintain a sustainable supply without relying on qualified doctors from abroad.
45
Medical Schools
There are 45 recognized & registered medical schools in the UK.
16%
Acceptance Rate
UK medical schools accept on average 16.7% of applicants.
3.1
Doctor Ratio
The UK has an average of 3.18 doctors per 1,000 people.
9.5k
Available Seats
9,500 is the seat cap on medical students admitted across the UK.
The American University of Antigua
Medical Education For The Next Generation of Doctors
This forward-thinking, CAAM-HP accredited, medical school is committed to delivering a learner-focused education of the highest caliber. AUA is focused on creating opportunities for underrepresented minorities, promoting a diverse academic environment, and equipping graduates with the skills, compassion, and professionalism needed for lifelong learning as a medical professional.
Founded in 2004 in Osbourn, Antigua.
700+ Residency Programs in the US and Canada accepted AUA Graduates.
10:1 Student to Faculty Ratio.
95% Pass USMLE The First Time.
700+ Residency Programs in the US and Canada accepted AUA Graduates.
10:1 Student to Faculty Ratio.
95% Pass USMLE The First Time.
AUA’s curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive and immersive medical education experience. Small class sizes and a supportive homeroom system foster personalized attention and meaningful interactions between students and faculty. Larger lectures are capped at 80 students, ensuring an engaging and participatory learning environment. Dedicated study and learning spaces are thoughtfully designed to support both focused individual study and collaborative group work.
The curriculum incorporates team and case-based concepts, blending hands-on learning with problem-solving approaches to accommodate diverse learning styles. Modeled after the US medical education system, the organ-system-based curriculum offers a seamless transition to clinical practice.
During the first year, students focus on the normal anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry of each organ system, while the second year emphasizes pathology and disease mechanisms, preparing students for their clinical rotations and future medical careers.
During the first year, students focus on the normal anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry of each organ system, while the second year emphasizes pathology and disease mechanisms, preparing students for their clinical rotations and future medical careers.
Simulated Learning Center: Outfitted with advanced training simulators, including SimMan 3G®, SimBaby™, Harvey®, and Noelle®. These simulators present challenging clinical scenarios through the latest interactive software, allowing for both individual and small-group clinical skill assessments.
Clinical Skills Lab: Designed to ensure that preclinical students are well-versed in the clinical skills essential for their upcoming clerkships. This lab provides a valuable opportunity for students to practice effective communication with healthcare professionals and collaborate as part of a healthcare team.
Anatomy Labs: Provides a solid foundation in anatomical studies. Featuring 3D virtual dissector computer stations, students have instant access to Adams Atlas and pre-recorded prosected demonstrations. Additionally, the labs include plastinated human specimens, anatomical models, and imaging studies like X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs. High-definition audiovisual systems display dissection demonstrations on five large monitors, enhancing the learning experience.
Emergency Medicine Training Center: Established in collaboration with the Mayo Clinic and recognized as an American Heart Association™ International Training Center, focuses on essential skills in basic life support (BLS) and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) for both adult and pediatric patients.
Osler and Crumpler Suites: Provides a simulated ward environment that allows medical students to practice their skills outside the traditional classroom setting. Here, they have the opportunity to interact with standardized and professional patients, refining their bedside manner, history-taking, and diagnostic skills—essential competencies for successful clinical rotations.
Clinical Skills Lab: Designed to ensure that preclinical students are well-versed in the clinical skills essential for their upcoming clerkships. This lab provides a valuable opportunity for students to practice effective communication with healthcare professionals and collaborate as part of a healthcare team.
Anatomy Labs: Provides a solid foundation in anatomical studies. Featuring 3D virtual dissector computer stations, students have instant access to Adams Atlas and pre-recorded prosected demonstrations. Additionally, the labs include plastinated human specimens, anatomical models, and imaging studies like X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs. High-definition audiovisual systems display dissection demonstrations on five large monitors, enhancing the learning experience.
Emergency Medicine Training Center: Established in collaboration with the Mayo Clinic and recognized as an American Heart Association™ International Training Center, focuses on essential skills in basic life support (BLS) and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) for both adult and pediatric patients.
Osler and Crumpler Suites: Provides a simulated ward environment that allows medical students to practice their skills outside the traditional classroom setting. Here, they have the opportunity to interact with standardized and professional patients, refining their bedside manner, history-taking, and diagnostic skills—essential competencies for successful clinical rotations.
AUA utilizes cutting-edge equipment to prepare students with the advanced skills required to excel as physicians, including:
SimMan 3G: A highly realistic patient simulator designed for training in various clinical scenarios. SimMan features a controllable airway, realistic breathing, pulse, chest tube insertion, simulated hemorrhaging, and even tears for a lifelike experience.
SimBaby: A cutting-edge infant simulator used to train medical students and physicians in infant care. SimBaby's anatomy includes realistic breathing, circulation, and vascular access points for comprehensive training.
Noelle: A birthing simulator that offers a complete prenatal-to-birth experience, providing students with essential skills for OB/GYN rotations. Noelle includes a realistic birth canal, C-section inserts, and simulated tissue, with both rapid and extended delivery modes.
Harvey: Recognized as the gold standard in cardiopulmonary simulation, Harvey offers 25 cardiac functions, including varied blood pressure, pulse, and heart sounds. Endorsed by the American College of Cardiology, it is a key tool in medical training for cardiology and emergency medicine.
SimMan 3G: A highly realistic patient simulator designed for training in various clinical scenarios. SimMan features a controllable airway, realistic breathing, pulse, chest tube insertion, simulated hemorrhaging, and even tears for a lifelike experience.
SimBaby: A cutting-edge infant simulator used to train medical students and physicians in infant care. SimBaby's anatomy includes realistic breathing, circulation, and vascular access points for comprehensive training.
Noelle: A birthing simulator that offers a complete prenatal-to-birth experience, providing students with essential skills for OB/GYN rotations. Noelle includes a realistic birth canal, C-section inserts, and simulated tissue, with both rapid and extended delivery modes.
Harvey: Recognized as the gold standard in cardiopulmonary simulation, Harvey offers 25 cardiac functions, including varied blood pressure, pulse, and heart sounds. Endorsed by the American College of Cardiology, it is a key tool in medical training for cardiology and emergency medicine.
AUA is committed to providing a high-quality medical education at an affordable cost, ensuring that aspiring doctors have access to the resources they need to succeed. With its transparent and structured approach to tuition, AUA prioritizes affordability and value, making it an excellent choice for students pursuing their medical dreams.
To support students, AUA offers a variety of scholarships and financial aid programs, ensuring medical education remains accessible to exceptional and deserving candidates.
To support students, AUA offers a variety of scholarships and financial aid programs, ensuring medical education remains accessible to exceptional and deserving candidates.
There are a variety of scholarship opportunities that recognize academic excellence, community involvement, and volunteer service for students. For Example:
Provost Scholarship: Awards up to $100,000 to students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievements. Recipients receive $10,000 per semester (1–4) plus Intersession, and $12,500 per payment period (5–8). To qualify, students must have an MCAT score of 505 or above, a prerequisite and undergraduate GPA of 3.50 or higher, and hold an undergraduate degree.
High Achievers Scholarship: Awards students with funding between $90,000 and $100,000 for their dedication to academic success. To be eligible, students must have a prerequisite GPA ranging from 3.71 to 4.0, highlighting their ability to maintain high academic standards throughout their studies.
Dean’s Achievement Scholarship: Awards $80,000 to students who excel academically. Recipients receive $8,000 per semester (1–4) plus Intersession, and $10,500 per payment period (5–8). Eligible students must have an MCAT score of 505 or above, a prerequisite and undergraduate GPA of 3.50 or higher, and hold an undergraduate degree.
Admissions Committee Award: This scholarship provides between $55,000 and $70,000 in funding, with $11,000 awarded per semester (1–4) plus Intersession. Applicants must meet the criteria of a prerequisite and undergraduate GPA of 3.50 or higher.
Provost Scholarship: Awards up to $100,000 to students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievements. Recipients receive $10,000 per semester (1–4) plus Intersession, and $12,500 per payment period (5–8). To qualify, students must have an MCAT score of 505 or above, a prerequisite and undergraduate GPA of 3.50 or higher, and hold an undergraduate degree.
High Achievers Scholarship: Awards students with funding between $90,000 and $100,000 for their dedication to academic success. To be eligible, students must have a prerequisite GPA ranging from 3.71 to 4.0, highlighting their ability to maintain high academic standards throughout their studies.
Dean’s Achievement Scholarship: Awards $80,000 to students who excel academically. Recipients receive $8,000 per semester (1–4) plus Intersession, and $10,500 per payment period (5–8). Eligible students must have an MCAT score of 505 or above, a prerequisite and undergraduate GPA of 3.50 or higher, and hold an undergraduate degree.
Admissions Committee Award: This scholarship provides between $55,000 and $70,000 in funding, with $11,000 awarded per semester (1–4) plus Intersession. Applicants must meet the criteria of a prerequisite and undergraduate GPA of 3.50 or higher.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Academic Requirements
All applicants are required to have completed a minimum of 90 college credit hours for admission.
Prospective students should have completed courses like General Biology I and II, General Chemistry I and II, Organic Chemistry I and II, Physics I, and English I, and Mathematics (Calculus or Statistics).
Prospective students should have completed courses like General Biology I and II, General Chemistry I and II, Organic Chemistry I and II, Physics I, and English I, and Mathematics (Calculus or Statistics).
Updated Resume/CV
This should detail your educational background, degrees earned, professional experiences, licenses or certifications, awards, recognitions, and any other relevant achievements.
Official Transcripts
Prospective students need to provide transcripts from all attended undergraduate, graduate, medical, and professional schools.
Personal Statement
A written statement outlining your motivation for pursuing a career in medicine.
Letters of Recommendation
At least one letter should be from a science professor who is familiar with the applicant’s academic capabilities.
LOOKING FOR A PRE-MED PROGRAM?
AUA has a comprehensive pathway for qualified students to complete 60 undergraduate school credits and earn an associate degree (AS) in Health Science degree in just two years. This includes fulfilling all prerequisites necessary for medical school admission. The faculty, composed of experienced professionals and experts in their respective fields, is dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment. They are committed to guiding and mentoring students, providing personalized attention to help them navigate the complexities of the pre-medical journey.
FACTS: US Medical Education
The US has a shortage of doctors despite having the highest paid general practitioners in the world.
155
Allopathic Schools
There are 155 accredited allopathic medical schools in the US.
38
Osteopathic Schools
There are 38 accredited osteopathic medical schools in the US.
5%
Acceptance Rate
US medical schools accept on average 5.5% of applicants.
2.6
Doctor Ratio
The US has an average of 2.6 doctors per 1,000 people.
BIMS School of Medicine & Health Professions
Cutting edge medical education for top class physicians & healthcare professionals.
This state-of-the-art medical school for the next generation of top class physicians and healthcare professionals. BIMS is a model of excellence in innovative medical education and impactful research creating a clear, transformational path for the global health care leaders of tomorrow. BIMS is currently a candidate for CAAM-HP accreditation.
Earn your MD in just 4 years—2 years faster than the 5.5-year Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) system.
BIMS is the first in the northern West Indies to offer Anatomage Table 10 learning to every enrolled student.
BIMS is the first in the northern West Indies to offer Anatomage Table 10 learning to every enrolled student.
This four-year MD program follows a US-based curriculum, aligned with the conditions and regulations of the respective nations where graduates intend to practice. Upon completion, BIMS alumni will be eligible for postgraduate residency and licensure worldwide, including in Jamaica, the United States, Canada, India, and the United Kingdom.
To earn the Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from BIMS School of Medicine and Health Professions, students must complete a total of 708 credit hours.
Basic Sciences (Preclinical)
Years 1 & 2: The first two years consist of 80 weeks and 468 credit hours (156 credits), with students studying on campus in Montego Bay, Jamaica. These years focus on foundational sciences, integrating basic science knowledge with clinical applications.
Clinical Training
Years 3 & 4: The final two years consist of 82 weeks and 240 credit hours (80 credits) in clinical clerkships. Students rotate through clinical sciences at BIMS’s affiliated teaching hospitals, primarily located in the United States, Jamaica, the wider Caribbean, and Asia. These rotations emphasize core medical disciplines essential for family practice and comprehensive patient care.
To earn the Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from BIMS School of Medicine and Health Professions, students must complete a total of 708 credit hours.
Basic Sciences (Preclinical)
Years 1 & 2: The first two years consist of 80 weeks and 468 credit hours (156 credits), with students studying on campus in Montego Bay, Jamaica. These years focus on foundational sciences, integrating basic science knowledge with clinical applications.
Clinical Training
Years 3 & 4: The final two years consist of 82 weeks and 240 credit hours (80 credits) in clinical clerkships. Students rotate through clinical sciences at BIMS’s affiliated teaching hospitals, primarily located in the United States, Jamaica, the wider Caribbean, and Asia. These rotations emphasize core medical disciplines essential for family practice and comprehensive patient care.
The BIMS Campus has exceptional facilities available that include:
Human Anatomy Lab: A fully equipped lab features a real human body museum, cadavers preserved through plastination technology, the Anatomage Table, and HoloAnatomy learning tools. These advanced, engaging, and academically validated resources are designed to educate students with the goal of producing the world's best cohort of future medical doctors.
Digital Library: Students have access to a comprehensive digital library that includes numerous books, publications, and medical journals, in addition to physical textbooks, all housed within a spacious 4,000-square-foot campus Library.
Simulation Lab: The simulation lab includes ample bays to accommodate 8 to 10 patient beds, providing students with hands-on training in clinical medicine through simulated patient examinations and experiences.
Human Anatomy Lab: A fully equipped lab features a real human body museum, cadavers preserved through plastination technology, the Anatomage Table, and HoloAnatomy learning tools. These advanced, engaging, and academically validated resources are designed to educate students with the goal of producing the world's best cohort of future medical doctors.
Digital Library: Students have access to a comprehensive digital library that includes numerous books, publications, and medical journals, in addition to physical textbooks, all housed within a spacious 4,000-square-foot campus Library.
Simulation Lab: The simulation lab includes ample bays to accommodate 8 to 10 patient beds, providing students with hands-on training in clinical medicine through simulated patient examinations and experiences.
At BIMS School of Medicine and Health Professions, students use state-of-the-art technology and innovative learning tools to enhance their educational experience such as:
Anatomage Table 10: FDA-cleared for medical diagnosis and serves as a valuable resource for surgical case reviews, patient consultations, and medical research. The latest version features digitally compressed human bodies at the time of death, along with simulations, enabling students to practice dissection an unlimited number of times.
HoloAnatomy: The Hololab, featuring Microsoft's HoloLens and augmented reality technology from Case Western University in Ohio, revolutionizes human anatomy education.
Plastination Technology: The BIMS’ Body Museum utilizes plastination to preserve pre-dissected real human cadavers, providing an interactive learning experience for hands-on study.
Anatomage Table 10: FDA-cleared for medical diagnosis and serves as a valuable resource for surgical case reviews, patient consultations, and medical research. The latest version features digitally compressed human bodies at the time of death, along with simulations, enabling students to practice dissection an unlimited number of times.
HoloAnatomy: The Hololab, featuring Microsoft's HoloLens and augmented reality technology from Case Western University in Ohio, revolutionizes human anatomy education.
Plastination Technology: The BIMS’ Body Museum utilizes plastination to preserve pre-dissected real human cadavers, providing an interactive learning experience for hands-on study.
ADMISSION REQUIREMEMTS
Academic Requirements
Prior to matriculation at the BIMS School of Medicine & Health Professions, each applicant should meet one of the following admissions requirements:
Standard Applicants: Prospective students have completed four years of accredited secondary school education and earned a Bachelor’s degree/Post-Baccalaureate Requirements from an accredited college or university.
Accelerated Applicants: Applications from students with three years of exceptional undergraduate work completed will be considered and are required to have completed at least 90 credit hours from an accredited college or university OR have completed one academic year of English Composition, Physics with Labs, Biology with Labs, General Chemistry with Labs, Organic Chemistry with Labs, Calculus or Statistics.
GPA-Based Applicants: Prospective students with a minimum GPA of 3.0 AND have completed all of the following coursework: A Minimum of 8 Semester Hours in Biology, Inorganic Chemistry, and Physics. A Minimum of 6 Semester Hours in Organic Chemistry, English - Composition & Literature, and Behavioral Sciences.
Standard Applicants: Prospective students have completed four years of accredited secondary school education and earned a Bachelor’s degree/Post-Baccalaureate Requirements from an accredited college or university.
Accelerated Applicants: Applications from students with three years of exceptional undergraduate work completed will be considered and are required to have completed at least 90 credit hours from an accredited college or university OR have completed one academic year of English Composition, Physics with Labs, Biology with Labs, General Chemistry with Labs, Organic Chemistry with Labs, Calculus or Statistics.
GPA-Based Applicants: Prospective students with a minimum GPA of 3.0 AND have completed all of the following coursework: A Minimum of 8 Semester Hours in Biology, Inorganic Chemistry, and Physics. A Minimum of 6 Semester Hours in Organic Chemistry, English - Composition & Literature, and Behavioral Sciences.
Updated Resume/CV
This should detail your educational background, degrees earned, professional experiences, licenses or certifications, awards, recognitions, and any other relevant achievements.
Official Transcripts
Prospective students need to provide transcripts from all attended undergraduate, graduate, medical, and professional schools.
Personal Statement
A written statement outlining your motivation for pursuing a career in medicine.
Letters of Recommendation
At least one letter should be from a science professor who is familiar with the applicant’s academic capabilities.
Community Service
The value of commitment to serving others is an essential component of your medical education journey. Applicants must provide evidence of meaningful community service, demonstrating their dedication to giving back and their understanding of healthcare’s impact on society by providing the following:
1. A detailed description of all community service activities, highlighting the nature of your involvement and the skills you developed.
2. A letter/certificate from the organization(s) verifying your participation and contribution OR any other documentation of your service hours, including dates, locations, and the organizations you worked with.
Community service experience should reflect your compassion, leadership, and ability to connect with diverse populations, all of which are critical qualities for future medical professionals.
1. A detailed description of all community service activities, highlighting the nature of your involvement and the skills you developed.
2. A letter/certificate from the organization(s) verifying your participation and contribution OR any other documentation of your service hours, including dates, locations, and the organizations you worked with.
Community service experience should reflect your compassion, leadership, and ability to connect with diverse populations, all of which are critical qualities for future medical professionals.
Optional Documents
1. Clinical Experience: With a minimum 200 hours.
2. Medical College Aptitude Test (MCAT) Scores: Or the equivalent testing scores, including previous scores if the test was taken more than once.
2. Medical College Aptitude Test (MCAT) Scores: Or the equivalent testing scores, including previous scores if the test was taken more than once.
LOOKING FOR A PRE-MED PROGRAM?
BIMS offers a cutting-edge educational program that utilizes innovative methods in medical education. Whether a Pre-medicine undergraduate to MD , 5- or 6-year program or Graduate Entry to the Doctor of Medicine Degree which is a 4-year program.