MBBS in Canada 2021

MBBS is the dream course for medical aspirants, to get into the medical stream in India after intermediate students have to apply for the national entrance test i.e NEET, and must qualify in the test and secure best marks in the test to get a seat in the medical college this is the standard procedure for doing MBBS in India.

Some students may get a seat in the process, but some may be interested in doing MBBS in other countries, now it is solely depending on individual choice. Some of the top destinations students choose to do MBBS in other countries are Canada, Russia, Germany, China, etc.

MBBS in Canada is a 3-4 years full-time MD(Doctor of Medicine) degree and it is considered as an undergraduate course. Students from other countries i.e international students must have 3 to 4 years bachelor’s degree to get into the MD program. Unlike in India, it is not MBBS it is considered as MD(Doctor of Medicine). Indian students must also appear for MCAT and NEET to be eligible for admission to medical universities in Canada.       

c. In Canada out of  17 medical universities, only six colleges offer MD admission to international students. After the conclusion of the MBBS in Canada which is equal to MD, international students must appear for the National Assessment Collaboration (NAC) exam to enter the residency program. 

Students are also obliged to appear for the Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination (MCCQE) Part 1 and 2. After passing these exams, international bachelors from Canadian colleges can practice medicine in Canada. International students must remember that MD in Canada is very limited. Most universities give preference to students having sponsorship from a country or agency that collaborated with them. Indian students having MBBS degree from Canadian medical colleges don’t have to attend  MCI screening tests to practice medicine in India.

Academic and Course structure:

There are 3 stages in the whole academic course 

Bachelors:  3-4 years bachelor’s degree equal to Canadian medical colleges 

Doctor of Medicine (MD):   3 – 4 degree classified into foundation and clerkship. The Foundation course is covered in the first 2 years and is purely academic with some lab exercises. In the last two years, students work with experienced doctors in hospitals and clinics to get hands-on experience. This is known as clerkship.

Residency: Medical residency in Canada is a 3 to 5 years training program. After completion, you get the speciality certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons in Canada (RCPSC) or a family physician certificate from the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC).

Exams: International Students also have to qualify MCAT, NAC, MCCQE Part 1 and 2 to legally practice medicine in Canada. 

Document requirements for  MBBS in Canada:

1. High school and bachelors transcripts
2. Transcripts must be translated into English and evaluated by WES
3. MCAT and NEET test scores
4. Proof of English (IELTS/TOEFL) 
5. Immunization and criminal record check
6. Reference letters, autobiographical sketch, etc

Document requirements for  Medical Residency in Canada

1. Qualified NAC and MCCQE Part 1
2. Letter from sponsoring agency
3. Updated CV
4. Copy of medical transcripts
5. Reference letters
6. Personal Statement

 Tests  Requirement for International Students

Expenses for studying MBBS in Canada

The cost of MBBS in Canada for international aspirants can be classified into three parts: pre-arrival cost, tuition fees, and cost of living and it can amount to approx..110,000 CAD per annum. International students can finance them through loans, work-study, and scholarships available in Canada. Some of the pre-arrival costs are MCAT, NEET, IELTS, TOEFL, VISA, Health Insurance, Air ticket fees.  

Top Universities offering MBBS in Canada

FAQ :

1.Is Canada good for MBBS?

Yes, Canada is one of the top and developed countries, Internationally many students join in Canadian universities to enrol in Medicine and MS 

2.How much does it cost to study medicine in Canada?

It costs around 110,000 CAD 

3.How can I get admission in MBBS in Canada?

Through MCAT Exam and getting a valid score

4.Is MBBS from Canada valid in India?

Only some Universities accept international degree and Canada there is No MBBS course it has an MD in Medicine course 

5.What’s the highest paying job in Canada?

Medicine is the highest paying job in Canada