Undergraduate • Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery
MBBS Program Overview
The Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) program at Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University (PMU) is a premier undergraduate medical degree consisting of 244 credit hours. Hosted by the College of Medicine, this comprehensive program is structurally designed to prepare highly competent medical professionals who are fully qualified to practice as General Practitioners of Medicine across both governmental and private healthcare sectors.
At the heart of the MBBS program is a progressive, forward-looking mission dedicated to fostering excellence in medical education, patient care, research, and community service. The curriculum is carefully divided across key academic phases that seamlessly transition students from foundational science into advanced medical disciplines.
Years 1 & 2
Pre-Medical Foundations
Rigorous grounding in the pre-medical sciences alongside longitudinal frameworks in community medicine and professional medical ethics.
Years 3 & 4
Integrated Block Curriculum
Highly integrated, systems-based block curriculum combining theoretical instruction with hands-on clinical competencies.
Years 5 & 6
Clinical Clerkship Rotations
Comprehensive rotations across Internal Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Family Medicine, and other vital specialties.
Post Year 6
Mandatory Internship
An immersive 12-month field internship rotation required prior to graduation, as per Saudi Commission for Health Specialties requirements.
Driven by a student-centered pedagogical philosophy, the program utilizes an integrated spiral design developed and managed by the specialized Medical Education Department. Rather than teaching medical disciplines in isolation, the curriculum emphasizes horizontal and vertical integration using active learning strategies such as Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and Team-Based Learning (TBL) to cultivate deep critical thinking and lifelong learning skills. Furthermore, PMU incorporates cutting-edge educational technology into its curriculum delivery, utilizing augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) simulation platforms alongside traditional laboratory and anatomical models. This advanced instructional model is fully supported by top-tier campus facilities, including an Anatomy Dissection Hall, specialized medical laboratories, an expansive College of Medicine Library, and a state-of-the-art Clinical Skills and Simulation Center.
Admission into the program is highly selective and based on rigorous academic criteria, including secondary school performance, English language proficiency, and national standardized exams. Beyond academic metrics, the final selection process incorporates formal interviews and situational judgment tests to evaluate the interpersonal skills, ethical baseline, and professional aptitude essential for healthcare. Once admitted, students receive comprehensive support through structured orientations, academic counseling, and specialized mentorship programs designed to cultivate talent and ensure holistic success.
