Course Duration

MBBS Course Duration at Davao Medical School Foundation Inc.

The MBBS program at Davao Medical School Foundation Inc. (DMSFI) is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in medical sciences along with extensive clinical training. The curriculum combines classroom learning, laboratory sessions, and hands-on hospital experience to prepare students for successful careers in medicine.

Davao Medical School Foundation (DMSF)

MBBS / MD Course Duration & Program Structure

The Davao Medical School Foundation (DMSF) offers an NMC-aligned medical program for Indian students. The complete medical education pathway consists of:

Program	Duration
BS Pre-Medicine (2 Semesters)	1 Year
Doctor of Medicine (MD)	4.5 Years (54 Months)
Clinical Internship	1 Year (12 Months)
Total Duration	6 Years

📚 BS Pre-Med 1 Year

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🩺 Doctor of Medicine 4.5 Years

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🏥 Clinical Internship 1 Year

Program Includes

BS Pre-Medicine — Foundation course covering basic sciences
4.5 Years MD (Doctor of Medicine) — Classroom learning, laboratory sessions, cadaver dissection, and clinical rotations
1 Year Mandatory Clinical Internship — In affiliated hospitals in the Philippines, in line with current NMC requirements for Indian students

This integrated BS + MD + Internship pathway is the equivalent route for Indian students pursuing MBBS in the Philippines at Davao Medical School Foundation.

Why This Program Structure?

The integrated program structure at DMSF is designed to provide students with:

Strong Foundation — BS Pre-Med prepares students for the rigors of medical education
Comprehensive Medical Training — MD program covers all aspects of clinical medicine
Hands-on Experience — Clinical internship provides real-world patient care exposure
NMC Compliance — Program structure meets NMC guidelines for Indian students
US-Inspired Curriculum — World-class medical education with international standards

Comprehensive Curriculum

A well-structured curriculum covering basic medical sciences, clinical subjects, and practical learning.

Practical Laboratory Training

Hands-on experience in modern laboratories to strengthen theoretical knowledge and clinical skills.

Clinical Hospital Exposure

Gain real-world experience through supervised clinical rotations in affiliated teaching hospitals.

Professional Development

Develop communication, leadership, ethics, and clinical decision-making skills to become a competent healthcare professional.