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+ | ==Location== | ||
+ | Stadium Rd, Karachi | ||
+ | 74800 Pakistan | ||
==Contacts== | ==Contacts== | ||
− | '''Website:' '' | + | '''Website:''' https://www.aku.edu/academics/Pages/medicine.aspx |
− | '''Phone:' | + | |
− | '''Admissions e-mail:''' | + | '''Phone:''' +92 21 34930051 |
+ | |||
+ | '''Admissions e-mail:''' mbbs.query@aku.edu | ||
==Program Information== | ==Program Information== | ||
− | *MBBS | + | '''Curriculum''' |
+ | *MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) | ||
**5 years in length | **5 years in length | ||
+ | *Language of instruction is English | ||
+ | *The curriculum follows three major sujects: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. | ||
+ | ***The syllabus for each subject can be found by clicking [https://www.aku.edu/admissions/undergraduate/mbbs/Pages/curriculum.aspx here] | ||
==Admission Requirements== | ==Admission Requirements== | ||
====Course and Degree Requirements==== | ====Course and Degree Requirements==== | ||
− | |||
− | For more information, click [ | + | *Students can apply from anywhere in the world, with no reserved seats or quotas. |
+ | *At least three subjects, must including chemistry and biology; may also include mathematics in lieu of physics | ||
+ | *a minimum grade of B in each subject | ||
+ | *SAT II (subject test) in biology, chemistry and physics/math: the minimum eligibility requirement is 650 in each subject | ||
+ | For more information, click [https://www.aku.edu/admissions/Documents/programme-information-MBBS.PDF here] | ||
+ | |||
====GPA==== | ====GPA==== | ||
− | *minimum GPA | + | *In order to apply, candidates must present evidence of satisfactory completion of Higher Secondary School Certificate with a minimum GPA of 3.25 assessed on a 4.0 scale, grade B, or 85% as assessed by their home institution |
+ | For more information, click [https://www.aku.edu/admissions/Documents/programme-information-MBBS.PDF here] | ||
− | ==== | + | ====International Baccalaureate (IB)==== |
− | * | + | *IB recognized school |
− | *minimum | + | *May apply if achieved a minimum of 32 points in the international baccalaureate diploma program. |
− | * | + | *Must have studied Biology, Chemistry, and Physics/Mathematics at either higher or standard level. |
+ | For more information, click [https://www.aku.edu/admissions/Documents/programme-information-MBBS.PDF here] | ||
− | ====SAT | + | ====SAT I==== |
− | *minimum score: | + | *Required for candidates applying at a high school level |
− | * | + | *The university accepts both the old version of the SAT I as well as the redesigned version for the 2017-2018 academic year, HOWEVER the university will not accept the old SAT I scores for the 2018 admission cycle. |
+ | *minimum score: | ||
+ | **Old SAT: 1800 (550 in each of the three components: writing, critical reading, and mathematics) | ||
+ | **New SAT: 1250 (600 in each of the two components: evidence based reading and writing, and mathematics; the essay component is not considered for assessment) | ||
+ | *Valid for a period of two years from the date the test is written | ||
+ | *The SAT scores must be received in the admissions office directly from the Education Testing Services (ETS) no later than July 21st 2017 | ||
+ | For more information, click [https://www.aku.edu/admissions/Documents/programme-information-MBBS.PDF here] | ||
− | ==== | + | ====MCAT==== |
− | * | + | *Required for students applying with an undergraduate degree |
+ | *For the 2017 admission cycle, the university will accept only the new MCAT | ||
+ | **minimum score: 120 in EACH of the four components: biological and biochemical foundations of living systems; chemical and physical foundations of biological systems; psychological, social, and biological foundations of behavior; and critical analysis and reasoning skills. | ||
+ | *Valid for a period of two years from the date the test is written | ||
+ | For more information, click [https://www.aku.edu/admissions/Documents/programme-information-MBBS.PDF here] | ||
− | For more information, click [http://www. | + | ====Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) ==== |
+ | * In addition to meeting minimum academic eligibility requirements, all candidates must meet the PMDC requirements for admission to the medical colleges | ||
+ | |||
+ | For more information, click [http://www.pmdc.org.pk/ here] | ||
====Supporting Documents==== | ====Supporting Documents==== | ||
− | * | + | Applicants must mail a hard copy of the following documents to the admissions office in order to complete the application requirements: |
− | * | + | *Hard Copy of the online submitted application or the completed paper based application form |
+ | *Two photographs with your name and attestation labelled at the back | ||
+ | *Attested photocopies of mark sheets/official transcripts/general certificates as entered on the form | ||
+ | *Attested photocopy of 'B' Form/CNIC/NICOP for applicants applying from Pakistan or relevant pages of the passport for overseas applicants | ||
+ | *An extra envelope bearing your name, address, and contact number which will be used to send the admit card to you | ||
+ | *Original payment receipt of the application fee | ||
+ | **Application fee: USD $275 | ||
+ | For more information, click [https://www.aku.edu/admissions/Documents/programme-information-MBBS.PDF here] | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Application Process== | ||
+ | ===Stage One=== | ||
+ | *Submit application according to the eligibility requirements outlined by the university | ||
+ | *Submit SAT/MCAT as applicable | ||
+ | *Shortlisting of candidates based upon the scores from the tests above | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===Stage Two=== | ||
+ | *Interview for shortlisted candidates | ||
+ | *Completion of stage two requirements: Application form II; reference forms | ||
+ | *Final selection - Rank order is based upon: review of scholastic achievements, interview reports, reference letters, extra and co-curricular activities, and other accomplishments. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Tuition 2016-2017== | ||
+ | *Tuition: $25 100 US /year | ||
+ | |||
+ | For more information click [https://www.aku.edu/admissions/Documents/fee-structure.pdf here] | ||
− | == | + | ==Timeline 2016-2017== |
− | *Application | + | *June 5, 2017: Application deadline |
− | For more information click [ | + | *July 21, 2017: deadline for receipt of SAT I and SAT II score sheets |
+ | *August 1, 2017: deadline for receipt of MCAT score sheets | ||
+ | *August 28, 2017: deadline for receipt of high school transcript/ A levels report/ IB report | ||
+ | *August/September: shortlisting of candidates for interviews | ||
+ | *Mid December 2017: Class commencement | ||
+ | For more information, click [https://www.aku.edu/admissions/key-dates/Pages/ug-pk.aspx here] | ||
− | + | [[Category:Aga Khan University|Medicine]] | |
− | + | [[Category:Medicine|Aga Khan]] | |
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− | [[Category:Medicine| |
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Location
Stadium Rd, Karachi 74800 Pakistan
Contacts
Website: https://www.aku.edu/academics/Pages/medicine.aspx
Phone: +92 21 34930051
Admissions e-mail: mbbs.query@aku.edu
Program Information
Curriculum
- MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)
- 5 years in length
- Language of instruction is English
- The curriculum follows three major sujects: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- The syllabus for each subject can be found by clicking here
Admission Requirements
Course and Degree Requirements
- Students can apply from anywhere in the world, with no reserved seats or quotas.
- At least three subjects, must including chemistry and biology; may also include mathematics in lieu of physics
- a minimum grade of B in each subject
- SAT II (subject test) in biology, chemistry and physics/math: the minimum eligibility requirement is 650 in each subject
For more information, click here
GPA
- In order to apply, candidates must present evidence of satisfactory completion of Higher Secondary School Certificate with a minimum GPA of 3.25 assessed on a 4.0 scale, grade B, or 85% as assessed by their home institution
For more information, click here
International Baccalaureate (IB)
- IB recognized school
- May apply if achieved a minimum of 32 points in the international baccalaureate diploma program.
- Must have studied Biology, Chemistry, and Physics/Mathematics at either higher or standard level.
For more information, click here
SAT I
- Required for candidates applying at a high school level
- The university accepts both the old version of the SAT I as well as the redesigned version for the 2017-2018 academic year, HOWEVER the university will not accept the old SAT I scores for the 2018 admission cycle.
- minimum score:
- Old SAT: 1800 (550 in each of the three components: writing, critical reading, and mathematics)
- New SAT: 1250 (600 in each of the two components: evidence based reading and writing, and mathematics; the essay component is not considered for assessment)
- Valid for a period of two years from the date the test is written
- The SAT scores must be received in the admissions office directly from the Education Testing Services (ETS) no later than July 21st 2017
For more information, click here
MCAT
- Required for students applying with an undergraduate degree
- For the 2017 admission cycle, the university will accept only the new MCAT
- minimum score: 120 in EACH of the four components: biological and biochemical foundations of living systems; chemical and physical foundations of biological systems; psychological, social, and biological foundations of behavior; and critical analysis and reasoning skills.
- Valid for a period of two years from the date the test is written
For more information, click here
Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC)
- In addition to meeting minimum academic eligibility requirements, all candidates must meet the PMDC requirements for admission to the medical colleges
For more information, click here
Supporting Documents
Applicants must mail a hard copy of the following documents to the admissions office in order to complete the application requirements:
- Hard Copy of the online submitted application or the completed paper based application form
- Two photographs with your name and attestation labelled at the back
- Attested photocopies of mark sheets/official transcripts/general certificates as entered on the form
- Attested photocopy of 'B' Form/CNIC/NICOP for applicants applying from Pakistan or relevant pages of the passport for overseas applicants
- An extra envelope bearing your name, address, and contact number which will be used to send the admit card to you
- Original payment receipt of the application fee
- Application fee: USD $275
For more information, click here
Application Process
Stage One
- Submit application according to the eligibility requirements outlined by the university
- Submit SAT/MCAT as applicable
- Shortlisting of candidates based upon the scores from the tests above
Stage Two
- Interview for shortlisted candidates
- Completion of stage two requirements: Application form II; reference forms
- Final selection - Rank order is based upon: review of scholastic achievements, interview reports, reference letters, extra and co-curricular activities, and other accomplishments.
Tuition 2016-2017
- Tuition: $25 100 US /year
For more information click here
Timeline 2016-2017
- June 5, 2017: Application deadline
- July 21, 2017: deadline for receipt of SAT I and SAT II score sheets
- August 1, 2017: deadline for receipt of MCAT score sheets
- August 28, 2017: deadline for receipt of high school transcript/ A levels report/ IB report
- August/September: shortlisting of candidates for interviews
- Mid December 2017: Class commencement
For more information, click here