Qatar University College of Medicine

Doha - Qatar
Abroad

General Information

The College of Medicine (CMED) at Qatar University (QU), established in 2014, is the first national medical college in the State of Qatar. Unlike the American-style graduate program at Weill Cornell, QU offers a direct-entry 6-year Doctor of Medicine (MD) program specifically designed to build a sustainable local physician workforce while remaining open to top international talent.

General Info

  • Program: A 6-year MD program (no foundation year; students enter Year 1 immediately).

  • Curriculum: Utilizes a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and Patient-Centered approach, emphasizing early clinical exposure from the very first week.

  • Language: Instruction is entirely in English.

  • Accreditation: Fully accredited by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education in Qatar and listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools.

Campus Facilities

  • Location: Located on the main Qatar University campus in the northern part of Doha.

  • Facilities: Includes high-tech Clinical Skills Labs with standardized patients (actors), anatomy and histology laboratories, and small-group seminar rooms designed for PBL sessions.

  • Research: Students are heavily involved in research through the QU Health cluster, focusing on genomics, cancer, and metabolic diseases.

    • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

    Clinical education is integrated throughout the 6 years, with rotations taking place at the country's leading healthcare institutions:

    • Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC): The main clinical training site, providing exposure to large-scale secondary and tertiary care.

    • Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC): Used primarily in early years (Phase 1) for community-based learning and primary care exposure.

    • Sidra Medicine: Specialized training for pediatrics and obstetrics/gynecology.

    Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

  • Annual Tuition: Approximately QAR 120,000 to QAR 150,000 (~$33,000 – $41,000 USD) for international students.

  • Credit Hour Cost: Fees are generally calculated per credit hour, with clinical years having a slightly different structure than pre-clinical years.

  • Scholarships: QU offers Competitive Scholarships for international students that can cover 100% of tuition, housing, and provide a monthly stipend of QAR 6,000.

    • City Details

    • Lifestyle: A safe, ultra-modern city with a high standard of living. Medical students benefit from a highly developed healthcare infrastructure.

    • Weather: Extreme heat in summer (campus is fully indoor/connected), but pleasant from October to April.

    Hostel & Mess

    • Accommodation: QU provides separate on-campus Student Housing for males and females.

      • Cost: Approx. QAR 800 – 1,000 per month (for scholarship students, this is typically waived).

      • Features: Includes 3 meals a day, cleaning services, Wi-Fi, and shuttle bus transport to classes.

    • Student Life: Residences feature gyms, study halls, and laundry facilities. The campus is connected to the Doha Metro (Red Line), making the rest of the city easily accessible.

    Miscellaneous

    Admission to QU Health is extremely competitive, especially for the College of Medicine.

    • High School: Minimum 85% (Science Track).

    • English Proficiency: IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 68.

    • Mathematics: SAT 530 or ACT 21 or QU Math Placer score of 200.

    • Personal Statement: A ~350-word essay describing your motivation to study medicine.

    • Interview: Shortlisted candidates must pass a personal interview with the Admissions Committee.

    • Volunteer Work: Evidence of at least 25 hours of healthcare volunteering or internships is highly recommended for international applicants.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.

    The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.

    The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.

    Yes, all our partner universities are recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Medical Commission (NMC). Graduate doctors can also write major global licensing exams such as USMLE (USA), PLAB (UK), AMC (Australia), and the FMGE/NExT exam for India.

    While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.

    Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.

    Payment schedules are determined by the individual university. Some universities allow semester-wise payments, while others require annual payments. We will provide clear guidance on the university's official payment schedule.

    We are committed to transparency. All costs, including consultation charges and university expenses, are detailed in your offer letter. We strongly advise against any form of donation.

    Yes, we coordinate group departures for students and assist with flight ticket booking. Our representative will meet the students at the destination airport and provide transport to the university hostel.

    Hostels offer secure accommodation with separate facilities for boys and girls. Indian meals are generally cooked and served by Indian caterers within the hostel premises or mess hall to ensure a suitable diet for students.

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