Desh Bhagat University Americas (DBUA) - MD / MBBS Pathway

About DBU Americas School of Medicine

Desh Bhagat University Americas (DBU Americas) offers a North American-style Doctor of Medicine (MD) programme in St. Vincent & the Grenadines. For students from India, the programme serves as an international medical education pathway taught entirely in English with global clinical exposure.

Skillsown Education Academy is an Authorised Admission Partner of Desh Bhagat University Americas, providing official counselling, eligibility assessment, and end-to-end admission assistance for eligible students.

Campus Location

St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Caribbean

US Head Office & FAIMER ID

Fairfax, Virginia, USA | FAIMER ID: F0006367

Medical Programmes (MD / MBBS Pathway)

4-Year MD Programme

Designed for students who already hold a relevant bachelor's degree or qualifying pre-medical/science background.

Pre-clinical / Basic Sciences education
Followed by comprehensive clinical training
For eligible science/pre-med graduates

5-Year MD Programme (with Foundation)

Designed for students entering directly after 12th / High School with an additional pre-medical / foundation year.

Ideal for 12th Science (PCB) graduates
Builds strong fundamental science background
Progresses directly into the main MD curriculum

Eligibility for Indian Students

Academic & NEET Requirements

10+2 / High School: Physics, Chemistry & Biology (PCB).
Percentage: Minimum 50% for general category & 40% for reserved categories (as per university guidelines).
NEET Qualification: Mandatory for Indian citizens/OCI students intending to pursue foreign medical education as per National Medical Commission (NMC) regulations.

Key Documents Required

10th & 12th Marksheets & Certificates
NEET Scorecard / Qualification Proof
Valid Passport
Birth Certificate & Photographs
School Leaving & Transfer Certificates

Curriculum & Global Clinical Training

Pre-Clinical & Clinical Sciences

Basic Sciences: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology, etc.

Clinical Medicine: Internal Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, OB-GYN, Psychiatry, Family Medicine, and Emergency Care.

Global Clinical Exposure

Clinical rotations spanning across an international network of 85+ affiliated hospitals and health systems across:

St. Vincent & the Grenadines
United States & United Kingdom
Canada & Caribbean Region

Step-by-Step Admission Process

1

Counselling

Discuss your plan with Skillsown.

2

Eligibility

Verify PCB & NEET status.

3

Selection

Choose 4 or 5-Year MD.

4

Application

Submit documents to DBUA.

5

Visa & Travel

Complete pre-departure steps.

Global Pathways & India Return Advisory

International Licensing Pathways

USA: USMLE & ECFMG residency pathway
UK: GMC / PLAB pathway
Canada: Medical Council of Canada (MCCQE)

Practising in India (NMC Compliance)

Students planning to return to India must ensure compliance with current National Medical Commission (NMC) Foreign Medical Graduate Licential (FMGL) regulations, including course duration minimums, English medium, clinical training, and screening tests.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is DBU Americas an MBBS degree or an MD programme?

DBU Americas' School of Medicine officially offers a North American-style Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree, which serves as an international primary medical qualification equivalent to an MBBS.

Is NEET mandatory for Indian students?

Yes, Indian citizens/OCI students intending to pursue primary medical qualifications abroad must qualify NEET as mandated by the NMC.

Can I practise in India after graduating from DBU Americas?

Yes, provided you meet all prevailing NMC FMGL guidelines, screening tests (FMGE/NExT), and compulsory internship registration requirements in India.