Five-Year MD Track
St. George's University (SGU) School of Medicine
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DM/MD - Doctor of Medicine

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St. George's University - School of Medicine - Newcastle City Campus

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5 Years

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DM/MD - Doctor of Medicine

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St. George's University - School of Medicine - Newcastle City Campus

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The Five-Year MD Track (MD Track 5) at St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in the Caribbean is suitable for students who have completed their high school education and performed well in science subjects.The first year focuses on preclinical studies, followed by a year of basic sciences, which can be completed in the UK or Grenada. Students then continue with basic sciences at SGU’s Grenada campus. Up to two years of clinical rotations can be done in the US or UK-depending on visa ...Read more

The Five-Year MD Track (MD Track 5) at St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in the Caribbean is suitable for students who have completed their high school education and performed well in science subjects.


The first year focuses on preclinical studies, followed by a year of basic sciences, which can be completed in the UK or Grenada. Students then continue with basic sciences at SGU’s Grenada campus. Up to two years of clinical rotations can be done in the US or UK-depending on visa policies-with additional elective options in Canada. The MD is awarded upon completion of the program.


  • Students build on an existing academic background in science with entry-level medical degree coursework in anatomy, physiology, and other foundational sciences.
  • The initial coursework prepares our MD Track 5 students for success in the basic sciences and clinical phases of SGU’s MD program.

Dual BSc/MD Degree Option

By entering SGU’s MD Track 5, you may be eligible to earn a Bachelor of Science (BSc) on your way to completing your Doctor of Medicine.


The BSc/MD option allows you to complete your undergraduate degree through one year of undergraduate and preclinical courses.

Entry requirements

  • Approved Foundation Programs: SGU recognizes and approves various science/medical pathway programs. The Admissions Committee assesses each program individually.
  • GCE A Levels: A minimum of 3 subjects with grades A or B in biology, chemistry, and either math or physics. If neither math nor physics was taken at A Levels, a strong third non-science subject may be accepted, provided there is proof that math or physics was taken at AS Level.
  • CAPE Units 1 and 2: Minimum of Grade 2 in Units I & II, including chemistry, biology, and one other subject – preferably math or physics.
  • Full IB Diploma: Minimum score of 32 points: 3 HL science subjects and 2 HL subjects, including minimum grade 5 in biology and chemistry.
  • Associate degree: with a strong biological science background.
  • All 10+ 2 India Senior Secondary School Certificate: Minimum average of 80% average in biology, chemistry, math, physics, and English. *A pre-sessional math program may be necessary if math has not been taken or successfully completed before matriculation.

Tuition fees

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U77,997 per year

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Basic Sciences (4-year MD Program): Term 1 : $34,488, Term 2 : $34,488, Terms 3/4 : $51,218, Term 5 :$34,858, Total Basic Sciences (Terms 1-5) : $155,052. Clinical Education cost per term : Term Cost : $37,162. Total Clinical (Terms 1-5) : $185,810. Total Tuition & Administrative Fees for All Years : $340,862. Preclinical (5, 6, 7-year MD Tracks) Per Term : $22,560

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St. George's University (SGU) School of Medicine
Sutherland Building, Northumberland Road Newcastle upon Tyne Tyne and Wear NE1 8ST United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Newcastle Central  0.4 miles away
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