Bridgetown International University

About Our University

Established in Barbados in 2017, Bridgetown International University School of Medicine is a leading institution dedicated to making high-quality medical education accessible to students worldwide.

Our curriculum is carefully designed to meet global healthcare standards, ensuring you build a strong academic foundation. By combining expert faculty, modern learning tools, and early hands-on clinical experience, we seamlessly connect classroom theory with real-world medical practice. At BIUSM, our goal is to shape highly skilled, ethical, and compassionate doctors who are ready to improve patient care in communities across the globe.

Accreditations & Listing

Affiliated Hospitals

Our MD Program

MD Program Overview

The MD program, structured on the American curriculum, includes a 1.5-year pre-medical phase with 4 semesters, followed by basic sciences and clinical sciences, each conducted over 6 trimesters.

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Premedical Phase

The Pre-Medical program provides a well-designed four-trimester curriculum in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Anatomy, and Physiology to build essential scientific grounding.

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Basic Sciences Phase

Learn about the human body’s organ systems through structured modules with real-world application, and prepare for USMLE Step 1 exam.

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Clinical Sciences Phase

Students learn patient care, clinical procedures, and hands-on skills. This training builds confidence for residency programs and future clinical roles.

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A Peek Behind the Scenes at BIUSM

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Bridgetown International University School of Medicine is provisionally accredited by CAAM-HP. This strengthens our position as a trusted medical school in Barbados.

Yes, BIUSM follows an internationally aligned MD curriculum built on the American curriculum. This helps a student receive global-standard training and prepare to become a doctor in different countries.

Yes, all BIUSM programs are taught entirely in English, ensuring smooth learning for students from different countries and supporting those who plan to study medicine overseas.

Yes, the university prepares students for global opportunities by offering a curriculum that helps them prepare for USMLE, and supports pathways to become a doctor in USA or UK or practice medicine in Canada.

Yes, Barbados is a great place to study medicine. It offers trusted medical schools in Barbados, quality programs based on the American curriculum, and a safe, supportive environment for students.