Study Medicine in Barbados – American University of Barbados
Study Medicine in the Caribbean — USMLE pathway to practise in the USA and Canada
American University of Barbados School of Medicine in Bridgetown (Caribbean): English-taught Medicine programme.
At a glance
The key facts about this university at a glance.
Programmes
Medicine
Tuition fees
on request
Duration
Approx. 4–5 years
Language of instruction
English
Admission process
Application through Medschool Experts
Intake
January, May, September
Recognition
Primarily oriented toward USMLE licensing (USA/Canada). Recognition in other countries varies — confirm your country's requirements with our advisors.
Living costs
Varies — contact for details
Total students
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Approx. 4–5 years
Climate in Varna
In Varna, daytime highs reach 20°C and above from May to September. It gets warmest in August, averaging 28°C.
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Why study medicine here?
The American University of Barbados School of Medicine (AUB) is a private medical school located in Bridgetown, Barbados. The school offers an MD programme designed to prepare graduates for licensure in the United States and Canada via the USMLE pathway. AUB operates on a North American-style curriculum, with the pre-clinical sciences completed on campus in Barbados and clinical rotations conducted at affiliated teaching hospitals in the USA.
- Requirement: General higher-education entrance qualification. Check in a free study consultation whether you meet the requirements for a placement at this or another university through Medschool Experts.
Programmes and languages of instruction
Structure, duration, language of instruction and degree — for every programme at this university.
- Medicine (MD): The MD programme leads to the Doctor of Medicine degree. Basic sciences are completed at the Caribbean campus; clinical rotations take place at affiliated teaching hospitals in the USA. Graduates are eligible to sit the USMLE and apply for North American residency programmes.
Study conditions and campus life
The MD programme follows a North American-style structure. The pre-clinical phase covers the fundamental biomedical sciences — anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, and pharmacology — on the Barbados campus. The clinical phase consists of core and elective rotations at affiliated teaching hospitals in the United States. Graduates sit the USMLE Steps 1, 2 CK, and 3 as part of the licensing pathway for North America.
Admission and entrance exam
The basic requirement for placement at this university is a general higher-education entrance qualification. When placed through Medschool Experts, there is no separate entrance test. Get in touch to find out whether we can place you at this university, and book a free study consultation.
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- Betreuung bei Studienstart, Vorbereitung & Wohnungssuche
- Unterstützung beim Wechsel nach Deutschland
- Begleitung bis zum Berufseinstieg in DE oder CH
Preparing properly with Medschool Experts
We handle the complete application, including all formalities, and submit it on time. We advise you on the USMLE licensing pathway and on recognition in your specific target country — whether the US, Canada, the UK, or elsewhere — from the outset. We remain your point of contact after your studies begin.
Tuition fees and living costs
Tuition fees are available on request — contact us for a current fee schedule.
Alumni now practising internationally
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The city as a place to study
Bridgetown is the capital and largest city of Barbados, a Caribbean island nation. The city offers a warm tropical climate, beautiful beaches, and a welcoming English-speaking community. Bridgetown's historic district is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The cost of living is moderate compared to North America, and the proximity to the USA makes clinical rotations straightforward to arrange.
- Bridgetown, Barbados — English-speaking Caribbean capital with a tropical climate and close connections to North America for clinical rotations.
About the author
Marcel Kloos
Federally recognised dentist, founder and owner of Medschool Experts
Marcel Kloos founded the company while still studying abroad himself; since then more than 500 study places have been arranged. Originally from Stuttgart, he studied dentistry in Sofia from 2015 to 2021 and is a federally recognised dentist.
He now lives in Bern and runs the company full-time as its owner. He visits the partner universities in person on a regular basis.
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Frequently asked questions about this university
Is the degree recognised in the USA?
Graduates must pass all steps of the USMLE to obtain a licence to practise in the United States. AUB graduates are eligible to sit the USMLE after completing the relevant phases of the programme.
What language is the programme taught in?
The entire programme is conducted in English.
How long does the programme take?
The MD programme takes approximately 4–5 years to complete, including both pre-clinical and clinical phases.
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