MBBS in Belize, Central America

Innovative Career Solutions provides a world of opportunities for students who aim to pursue quality medical education.

ICS understands the value of excellent education, lifelong learning, and difficulty of pursuing an admission to a reputable medical institution, resettling, transferring and obtaining a license to practice in the United States. To aid parents and prospective students, ICS has been developing partnerships with world-class medical institutions to train medical professionals and to ensure that they achieve the abounding life they are aspiring for.


Medical Study

Admission to the medical school is highly competitive. There are far fewer seats than applicants. ICS, through its partnership program, has been able to secure more , giving greater opportunities to pursue medical career and access to a world-class medical curriculum, learning from the best in a dynamic and clinically relevant environment.After the completion of your Mediacl degree, ICS will advise you on the residency programs and job placement opportunities.

Why ICS?

Selecting a college or university is a difficult decision for any student. There is so much to take into consideration - location, quality of medical education, campus life and how well the college will prepare you for your career.

ICS will provide you:

• Access to quality medical education.
• Information packages on courses and fee structures.
• Loan assistance, if needed, through trusted bank loans.
• Information on eligibility requirements.
• Assistance in processing student visas.
• Counseling in making an informed decision.
• Step by step guidance through the application process.

ICS is your Passport to Personal Growth and Career Advancement.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS for Medical Study in Belize, Central America

Q: What is the Medical Degree offered in Belize

A:The degree offered is MD (Doctor of Medicine) degree which is equivalent to MBBS degree offered in India.

Q: What is the medium of instruction?

A: English is the medium of instruction for all the universities and is widely spoken throughout the country.

Q: Am I eligible to practice medicine in India after completing my study at this University?

A: In order to practice medicine in India, you have to be registered with the Medical Council of India (MCI). After that, you will need to apply to MCI and complete the Screening Test.When you pass the Screening Test, you are provided with registration with the Medical Council of India. Therefore, you will be eligible to practice in India.

Q: Are these universities recognized by the Medical Council of India?

A: Under MCI regulations, Indian citizens seeking admission in a foreign medical institution on or after March 15, 2002, will need to approach MCI for issue of an Eligibility Certificate.This will allow candidates to apply for the Screening Test after completing the medical course abroad.

Q: Are the medical degrees from the Belize recognized worldwide?

A: Each country will have its own medical governing council or authority, which regulates the country’s healthcare standards and practices.No matter where you finish your degree, you will need to apply for registration with the appropriate country’s medical board and pass the licensing requirements before being allowed to practice medicine in the country.No medical degree will entitle you to “automatic” recognition in any country. However, completing your medical degree in Belize entitles you to practice in 26 carribean countries without any screening test.

Q: What is the total duration of the course?

A: The course comprises of Four years, followed by a one-year compulsory internship.During the internship, emphasis will be laid on practical “hands-on” experience. Thus a student can save One and a half years as compared to programs offered in other countries.

Q: Why choose a university in the Belize?

Cutting-edge curriculum
Integrated problem-based learning approach
English speaking country
Affordable tuition fees
Safe environment
International exposure
Option to do clincal rotation in US in Last 2 year.

Q: Am I eligible to enter into medical school?

A: To be eligible for the program, students must have completed minimum 10+2 or equivalent examination with 50% marks in Physics,Chemistry,Biology and English. The course is also available for all students regardless of what year of study, age or gender of the prospective candidate.

Q: Do I have to sit for an entrance level examination before taking the course?

A: No entrance level examination is required for this course.

Q: Where will I stay when I get there?

A: Dormitory facilities are available at all participating universities.The universities offer high-quality dormitories for both male and female students.

Q: Is there separate hostel accommodation for girls?

A:Yes, all of the universities provide separate dormitory facilities for females.

Q: Who will make travel arrangements?

A: All travel arrangements including the purchasing of air-ticket can be made by made by ICS.

Q: Do I need a passport?

A: Yes, you should have a passport with at the time of applying for visa.

Q: When does the academic year start?

A: Semester starts in September

Q: What is the course fee for the Medical Study course?

A:The course fee vary for each University ranging from Rs.16 to 17 Lacs for 4 years. Living expenses may vary from Rs. 1.5 to 1.8 Lacs per year. There is an option of doing clinical rotation in US/UK in Last 2 year at additional cost.

Q: After completing the course can I do my internship in India?

A: For Indian nationals, internship can be done in India.For other foreign students, the internship will be completed in the Belize.

WHY STUDY IN BELIZE?

Many parents believe that Belize is the right place for their children to study because it offers many good reasons for quality education.

MEDIUM FOR LEARNING ENGLISH
Mode of instruction in all levels of education
Widely-used language for business, education, communication and trade

CENTER FOR HIGHER EDUCATION
US System of Education
Quality medical education as recognized by World Health Organization(WHO)
Integrated problem-based learning approach
Modern teaching methods with first-rate facilities

AFFORDABILITY
Affordable overseas degrees and tuition fees
Economical accommodation and living expenses
Excellent and comfortable boarding facilities

CONDUCIVE AND SAFE ENVIRONMENT
Open and stimulating classroom environment
Solidarity between students and professors
Dedicated and friendly school staff and faculty members

OPPORTUNITIES FOR GLOBAL GROWTH
Better opportunities to secure employment and permanent residency in
ther developed countries
Good opportunity to travel around the world
Opportunities to make significant contributions to your society and to your country after graduation
Education gateway to other countries like the United States of America, the United Kingdom, Canada, and many others

About BELIZE

Belize, formerly British Honduras, is a country in Central America. Belize has a diverse society, composed of many cultures and speaking many languages. It is the only country in Central America where English is the official language.The country's population growth rate, 2.21% is the highest in the region and one of the highest in the western hemisphere. Culturally, Belize considers itself to be both Caribbean and Central American.

A combination of natural factors-- climate, the Belize Barrier Reef, 127 offshore Cayes (islands), excellent fishing, safe waters for boating,scuba diving, and snorkeling, numerous rivers for rafting, and kayaking, various jungle and wildlife reserves of fauna and flora, for hiking,bird watching, and helicopter touring, as well as many Maya ruins-- support the thriving tourism and ecotourism industry. It also has the largest cave system in Central America .Trade is important and the major trading partners are the United States, Mexico, the United Kingdom, European Union, and Central America