UNIVERSITIES IN PHILIPINES

 Why overseas education?  

 Advantages of overseas Education  

 Key Destinations For Foreign Studies 

 What To Look For - When You Want To Choose Your Medical Education Destination  

 About Philippines 

 Climate & Environment 

 International Students 

 Advantages of Philippines 

 Education System 

 Medical Education in Philippines 

 NMAT Test  

 Eligibility and Enrollment Criteria For Medical Programs 

 Credit Transfer Programs 

 English Language Programs 

 Our Objectives 

 All our Universities in Philippines 

Angeles University Foundation 

Virgen Milagrosa University Foundation 

Cagayan State University 

South Western University 

Cebu Doctors University 

Palawan State University 

Manila Central University 

 

Why overseas education?

Gone are the days when one had to go through a limited number of options in education system -- today there are engineering colleges all over the World, more medical colleges and numerous vocational schools.

Still the influx of students to foreign universities and colleges is on the rise.

So what propels students to study overseas? Is it because of too much of competition ? Or is it because of better quality of education? Or is it a global exposure?

It would be difficult to point out a specific reason for why the girl next door is packing her bags and leaving abroad.

It might be the frustrating education system in the local country;  it might be freedom from home;  she might even be desire to add value to her CV.

If the issue has you conflicted and confused, you're not alone. So let's explore it in a little more depth.

Advantages of overseas Education

Affordable education

Top Notch Education programs  & ranking of universities

 Highly qualified teaching staff having international exposure.

Opportunity  to transfer to several high quality Programs in other universities in several countries .

 Internationally recognized  qualifications of the Highest standards.

Advancement in technology & Research

 Diverse Exposure to culture, environment & opportunities

 

Value for money

The quality of a foreign degree is one of the major  reasons why so many people go overseas to study. A Degree from Philippines or China is highly recognized anywhere in the world.

 

Benefits

The international exposure enables you to become a global player  and provides the ideal environment to acquire skills that you might not learn in domestic environment  and  broadens your horizon.

Reasons why students want to study medicine abroad

Non Availability of Seats / Colleges for medical education

 Lower marks obtained in the school finals{ students have lost seats with just     0.1% difference}

 Fewer seats available in local colleges

 High Donation costs for Private management education seats

 Those who don’t get seats look to join BDS or other health  science courses

 

DO YOU ALSO JUST WANT TO DO THAT OR PURSUE YOUR DREAM CAREER of BECOMING A DOCTOR?

Key Destinations For Foreign Studies

Students for a longer time have been going to Countries like

                         *      Russia

.  .*      Ukraine

 *      Belarus

.  *      Armenia

.  *     Romania  

* Of late, the new & ideal destinations has been  

.  *     China

 *       Philippines  

Issues with Eastern Europe

. *         .Traditionally Students have been going to countries of eastern Europe and  Ex-USSR countries as listed earlier. 

. *        . Non English speaking- Yes, arguably universities in eastern Europe and  USSR have been teaching in ENGLISH.  The questions is how  good is the quality of English teaching . Can their professors speak well in English in the clinical subjects ?

        . *        .The other main issue , their pattern of disease is not tropical,  but some diseases are tropical, therefore the diseases are                 also not common.

. *         .Then of late in Eastern Europe, there has been repeated reports of racial attacks on students from South Asia and East Asia.

. *        .Climatic conditions are also not favorable. Its too cold in Eastern Europe  and lot of students from South Asia find it too difficult to live in -20 Degree In winters.

. *        . Food is also an issue and students find it difficult to find food suitable to their palate.

. *         .Cost of living is also become very high in Eastern Europe

. *        .Most of the students who study medicine in Low cost country intend to come back and practice in their own country and not get settled in their place of study .

 What To Look For - When You Want To Choose Your Medical Education Destination

. 1.       . Are the programs taught in ENGLISH?

. 2.       . Are their professors English speaking professors?

. 3.       . Is the cost Affordable?

. 4.       . Is the disease pattern  the same as in the local country you wish to practice?

. 5.       . Is the climatic conditions suitable for students?

. 6.       . Does communal harmony & peace prevail in the University campus and neighborhood without any reports of any racial abuses / violence ?

. 7.       . Is training assessment provided and local students required to take their local medical council exam to practice locally?

. 8.       . Do they have a big alumni base in USA or UK or Australia etc who can support you to find a job later?

Answer:  China & Philippines 

 About Philippines

An archipelago nation in the Southeastern Asia between the Philippine Sea and the South China Sea, east of Vietnam.

Made up of 7107 lovely islands, covering a total area of 300,000 sq km including the land area of 299,764 sq km.

The rich and unique history of Philippines mainly shows the Asian, European, and American influences representing mixed culture with fascinating blend of traditions & modernity.

Under rule of USA from 1898 to 1946

The Philippines is the 1st democratic country in Asia

Climate & Environment

Climate: Tropical marine with three distinct seasons

Wet and rainy season (June-October)

Cool and dry season (November-February)

Hot and dry season (March-May)

Filipinos are fun loving and vibrant people who love to celebrate  number of colorful festivals almost all round the year.

Filipinos will be your best networking partner because you can find English-speaking Filipinos all over the world.

International Students

 Half the foreign students come from East Asia, particularly from China, Korea, and Taiwan, according to the UNESCO.

Being the World’s 3rd largest English-speaking nation, Philippines provides huge knowledge resources, up-to-date instructions, and a multicultural  learning atmosphere with its 93.9% literacy rate.

Home to a number of ISO-certified universities and 275 higher educational institutions identified as Centers of Excellence and Centers of  Development.

There are several international schools in the Philippines which are on American, British, German, Chinese, French, and Japanese educational  tracks.

Students from many countries have graduated with Doctorate, Post Graduate and Bachelor degrees from Philippine universities

 Advantages of Philippines

Education system similar to that of USA as a result of a long relation with USA.

Medical & Nursing education geared towards Employment in USA/ UK and easy to pass USMLE [Medical] , CGFNS, NCLEX [ Nursing]

No need to learn a new language to interact with patients [Medical students] providing a better understanding of the subjects.

Since assessments are rigorous, it is easier to pass local licensing exams like USLME, PLAB- UK, AMC- Australia, Screening test- India, PMDC- Pakistan etc. and other board exams.

The largest Asian immigrant community in USA is Filipinos

Philippines attracts students from more than 65 countries including United States and Europe, Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand and Hong Kong.

 Education System

6 years of Primary school

4 years of High School and

 Bachelors degrees of 4 years , Masters of 2 years and Phd of 3 Years 

 Subjects Available:

 Health science: Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational therapy,  Optometry, Radiology, Medical Lab Technology etc.

 Engineering: Architecture, Civil & Construction, Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Aeronautical, Marine, Software, Computer science, Automobile, Chemical, Agricultural, Bio-technology, Petroleum, Mining, Metallurgical, etc

 Others Programs; Computer, Bio-informatics, home science, Hotel and restaurant management, Tourism, Accounting, Business, Administration,  Economics, MBA and various programs. 

Medical Education in Philippines 

Philippines have replicated the Education system of USA

 The MD degree awarded is similar to that of USA & Europe, and is equivalent to MBBS of Countries like UK & Other Commonwealth countries like India, Singapore, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka etc.

 All our programs are recognized by CHED { Education Regulatory Body of Philippines} World Health Organizations, BY IMED of USA { Eligible for USMLE} and limited registration with PLAB- UK, AMC- Australia.

 Some are recognized by California Medical Board {One of the most difficult  Board to get a recognition } 

Special Medical program 

Usually only students with bachelors can enter Medical program in Philippines [ Similar to that of USA]

Students study for 16 Month Accelerated Bachelor Program then enter into a 4 year of MD { Doctor of Medicine}  = 5 years - 4 months

 This Accelerated Bachelors program is ONLY for STUDENTS going through us.

Students with Bachelors program can enter 4 year MD program directly. {Any bachelors, Provided they have taken Science subjects in schooling}.

NMAT Test

Students who enter MD program have to take a National Medical college admission test (NMAT).

NMAT is just a percentile based test and there is no Pass or a fail.

There is no need to get minimum scores to enter our programs, students just have to take the tests to gain entry.

 Training is provided for NMAT during the 16 month bachelor program

Students with bachelors degree who want to enroll for the medical program in November, will be given preparatory training which includes NMAT training also from November to March.

NMAT  Test dates: April and December of every year

Eligibility and Enrollment Criteria For Medical Programs

Students with Cambridge University A - Levels equivalent or 12 years of Schooling {6 years primary, 4 years High School , 2 years Higher secondary - Junior college / associates degree etc}, can enter 16 Month bachelors program.

Student with only Cambridge University ‘O’ levels or 10 years of schooling { 6 years primary and 4 years of high school can enter 2 years fast track bachelors programs} after which they can enter the 4 year Medical program

[Note: Cambridge University is mentioned only for reference purpose, Students from Any exam board and any examination council recognized by local government is eligible for the above system of program.

Eligibility and Enrollment CriteriaOther programs

For all other programs the entry criteria are just similar to entry criteria laid by your local universities.

Credit Transfer Programs

Students studying in various universities around the world can transfer to Universities in Philippines

Students who study first 2 years in Philippines can transfer their credits to over 500 Universities in USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand.

English Language Programs

Students can join in for English Language training { English as second language} programs in Philippines.

Students can study in Philippines for 1 month to 5 months and then transfer for advanced level training to USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Malta etc.

Our Objectives

To provide students with an affordable medical education.

To provide Innovative Programs / Pathway to enter a good quality and affordable education

Indirect contribution to the healthcare development of a society, locally,

Complete service support provided to students when they are in different country, Culture etc.

Support with Licensing exams for USA, UK, Australia, Sri Lanka etc 

All our Universities in Philippines

Are located in prominent cities

Offer courses are taught in English

Provide High quality training also supported by visiting faculty from USA / UK etc

Are safe, secure and free from racial problems

Provide world class infrastructure

Are recognized by World Health Organization / MCI (as per the screening test regulation)/ ECFMG of USA/PLAB of UK/ Australian Medical Council / IIME / IMED of USA

Students eligible to practice in UK, USA,AUSTRALIA etc after clearing local licensing exams

Medical universities with around 4000 Bedded hospitals. 

 

 

 

 

Angeles University Foundation

Angeles University Foundation

 

About the University

Angeles University Foundation  was established in May 25, 1962.  

Less than nine years of successful operation, the Institution was granted University status on April 16, 1971 by the Department of Education, Culture and Sports . 

On December 4, 1975, the University was converted into a non-stock, non-profit educational foundation. 

The Angeles University Foundation School of Medicine established by the authority of the Board of Medical, started its operations in June 1983 with an authorized quota of 150 students

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Key Programs

Bachelors of Biology (Bs.Bio)16 months 

MD(Doctor of Medicine) 4 years

* Nursing with Emphasis on Placements in USA

* Pharmacy & Physical Therapy programs - there are lot of JOB opportunities in USA, UK , Australia and other Developed countries. 

Other programs

BS Physical Therapy

BS Pharmacy

BS Nursing

 

 

Virgen Milagrosa University Foundation

About the University

Celebrating  more than 50 sucessful years of foundation.

Has wide range of Academic Programs

Has state of the art equipment & facilities

 Envisions becoming a center of excellence in instruction, research & community extension services in the global community

 Located in San Carlos, which is a 2nd class city in the Pangasinan province which is the most populated area

 City is endowed with a deep natural harbor  protected from inclement weather

Key Programmes

Bachelors of Biology (Bs.Bio)16 months

MD(Doctor of Medicine) 4 years

Nursing with Emphasis on Placements in USA

* Pharmacy & Physical Therapy programs - there are lot of JOB opportunities in USA, UK , Australia and other Developed countries

 

 

Cagayan State University

About the University

.•          . Established on June 11, 1978 by virtue of Presidential Decree 1436 

.•          . It was a merger of

.–         . Cagayan Valley College of Arts and Trades

.–         . Northern Luzon State College of Agriculture

.–         . Cagayan Valley Agricultural College,

.–         . Aparri Institute of Technology,

.–         . Apart School of Arts and Trades

.–         . Gonzaga National Agricultural and Technical School,

.–         . Sanchez Mira Rural and Vocational School  

All these schools are strategically located in the Province of Cagayan.  

.•          . The Cagayan State University is mandated by its charter to provide better services in professional and technical training in the arts, sciences, humanities and technology.  

Key Programs

.•          .Bachelors of Biology (Bs.Bio)16 months 

.•          .MD(Doctor of Medicine) 4 years 

* Nursing with Emphasis on Placements in USA 

* Pharmacy & Physical Therapy programs - there are lot of JOB opportunities in USA, UK , Australia and other Developed countries.

 

SOUTH WESTERN UNIVERSITY  

SWU was founded as Southwestern Colleges in the summer of 1946 when the country was still reeling from the destruction of the Second World War. The Founders were Don Matias Hipolito Chavez Aznar II and his wife Doρa Anunciacion Barcenilla Aznar, both pharmacists. SWU was founded as a school within the reach of the common people

Key programs 

Bachelors of Biology (Bs.Bio)16 months

MD ( Doctor of Medicine) 4 years

Nursing with Emphasis on Placements in USA

Pharmacy & Physical Therapy programs - there are lot of JOB opportunities in USA, UK , Australia and other developed countries.

 

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ALLIED MEDICAL

College of Dentistry

College of Veterinary Medicine

College of Medical Technology

College of Optometry

 

 

 

Cebu Doctors University

 

About the University

After successfully establishing Cebu Doctors Hospital, the founders conceived the opening of a school of medicine as of service that may have a significant effect and contribution to the welfare and progress of the nation. 

On April 21, 1977, Cebu Doctors' College of Medicine (CDCM) incorp papers were signed and the Securities and Exchange Commission approved its status as a non-stock, non-profit foundation on December 21, 1977. 

CDCM formally opened its doors as a medical institution in June 1977-1978 

Board of Trustees have pursued a program of expansion which continues to this date enabling CDCM to grow and earn its mark as one of the best medical schools in the country. 

On November 23, 2004, Cebu Doctors' College of Medicine officially became Cebu Doctors' University after Cebu Doctors' College was granted University Status by the Commission on Higher Education. 

Key Programs

Bachelors of Biology (Bs.Bio)16 months

MD(Doctor of Medicine) 4 years

* Nursing with Emphasis on Placements in USA

. . * Pharmacy & Physical Therapy programs - there are lot of JOB opportunities in USA, UK , Australia and other Developed countries.

 

Other programs

BS Physical Therapy

 BS Pharmacy 

BS Nursing

 

 

 

 

 

Palawan State University

About the University

Had its humble beginnings as a teacher-training institution known as Palawan Teacher's College which was established through Republic Act 4303 on March 2, 1972.

In 1984, the School was recognized as Palawan State College by virtue of Batas Pambansa 797, which authorized it to offer other courses in the Arts, Sciences and Technology.

The conversion into a state university came a decade later through Republic Act 7818.

After 35 years, it has emerged as the premier institute of higher learning in the province of Palawan.

Has more than 15,000 students and almost 1000 faculty and staff members.

Key Programmes

Bachelors of Petroleum Engineering*

 * recognized by Society of Petroleum Engineering- UK, which is one of highest recognized Apex Body for Petroleum Engineering.

 

Manila Central University

About the University

Manila Central University had a very humble beginning. In 1903, on the request of several students from the University of Santo Tomas and other individuals, Dr. Alejandro Albert organized a private review class.

The Manila College of Pharmacy became one of the leading institutions of higher learning of its kind.

It produced many prominent pharmacists. Stable and secure in its position, the college expanded in number in 1929.

In 1949, the MCU inaugurated its 10-hectare campus in Caloocan City.  

After the liberation of the Philippines, the Board of Trustees reorganized the College into Manila Central College.

Key Programmes

Bachelors of Science 2 years

MD(Doctor of Medicine) 4 years

 

Food & Accommodation- For All universities

   

Most of the universities don’t have separate facilities for accommodation  

Therefore, they hire, secured accommodation outside the campus, which is very safe for the students.  

Students can also rent accommodations at lower price 

All universities have cafeterias that can be used by all students, at affordable prices.  

Students can also cook food in the accommodation they hire. 

The estimated accommodation, food and living expense vary between 60,000 Pesos to 80,000 Pesos [ 1400 US$- 1900 US$]

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