Gulf Medical University

Ajman, AE

admissions@gmu.ac.ae +971 6 7431333P.O.Box: 4184 – Ajman, United Arab Emirates.

Gulf Medical University

Ajman, AE

admissions@gmu.ac.ae +971 6 7431333P.O.Box: 4184 – Ajman, United Arab Emirates.

Higher Diploma In Preclinical Sciences

College of Medicine

Master

Overview

Gulf Medical University has partnered with reputable universities worldwide to offer a collaborative medical degree program. Students complete the preclinical phase at GMU, then move on to the clinical phase at a partner university. It has been reaccredited as a Higher Diploma in Preclinical Sciences (HDPCS) by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation on July 1, 2022. It has been offered continuously since 2017/2018 academic year. The curriculum for the Thumbay International Pathway – Medicine is designed to ensure that graduates attain specialized knowledge and skills in preclinical sciences, alongside competencies at a suitable level to facilitate their transition to clinical sciences within the continuum of medical education.

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Program Details

Degree level: Master
College: College of Medicine

Tuition & Fees

Tuition: Contact admissions

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, graduates will be able to:

Demonstrate specialized knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts in preclinical sciences
Apply evidence-based and problem-solving approaches to understand challenges related to the maintenance of health, disease management and prevention
Demonstrate understanding of recommended guidelines, ethical issues, legal and regulatory framework
Perform biomedical laboratory and clinical procedural skills
Analyze and draw conclusions from health-related data using research methods and statistical tools
Communicate effectively with peers and the public using interpersonal and information technology skills
Work effectively in culturally diverse and inter-professional teams for health promotion and disease prevention

Academic Requirements

Applicants from the UAE education system should secure an overall minimum score of 60% in 12th Grade
Applicants from non-UAE educational systems must have secured a minimum aggregate score equivalent to UAE 60%
Applicants from any non-UAE educational system must submit an Equivalency Certificate
All applicants must appear for the GMU Entrance test with minimum passing scores: Biology 50%, Chemistry 50%, Physics/Mathematics 40%
Written situational assessment comprising six short-answer questions (75-100 words each) based on real-life healthcare scenarios
Interview with admissions committee required

Required Documents

Attested High School Transcript of Grades 10 or 11, & 12 covering Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics & English.

Equivalency Certificate from the Ministry of Education, UAE for international curriculum

Passport copy (Applicant and Parent)

Emirates ID Card (if UAE Resident)

English Language Proficiency Score (English High school marks/IELTS/TOEFL, etc.)

Function as an effective leader and team member to ensure achievement of group and individual outcomes

Observe ethical and professional standards, self-evaluate, and possess skills of life-long learning

Program Requirements

Duration: 3 years (6 semesters)
Total Credit Hours: 96 (Core Courses = 80 credits & General Education = 16 credits)
Successfully completing 96 credits of course work
Passing all courses of the program individually
Passing all the General Education courses
Passing a comprehensive Exit Examination with an overall score of not less than 65%
University of Lancashire pathway: Completion of 3 years at GMU with a Higher Diploma in Preclinical Sciences with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a 4.0-point scale; TOEFL iBT 102 or IELTS Academic 7.5 with no band less than 7.0
Medical University of Lublin (Poland) pathway: TOEFL iBT 90 or IELTS Academic 6.5
IIUM (Malaysia) pathway: varies by education system, e.g. average overall score of 80% in Grade 12 (UAE/Arab systems) or minimum grade of BBB or ABC in 3 science subjects (A-Level)

One Passport Photograph with white background

All UAE Nationals shall submit a copy of UAE nationality ID (Khulasat Al-Kayd) and family Book/card with identification number

Good Conduct Certificate from school

Medical Fitness Certificate from Thumbay Hospital

Medical Insurance certificate (for UAE residents)

Recognized baccalaureate degree and transcripts attested from the Ministry of Education, UAE

Certificate of Recognition from MOE, UAE for international bachelor’s degree

Passport copy and Emirates ID Card (if UAE Resident- Family book)

Valid English Proficiency Score sheet or evidence of undergraduate degree medium of instruction

Passport-size Photograph

2 Recommendation letters

Statement of Purpose

Relevant academic or professional experience certificates if any