College:+8801711-140535
Sun - Fri8:00am to 2:30pm
Hospital:+8801775-128387
24 Hours

MBBS Curriculum & Operational Manual

A comprehensive medical education program designed to produce competent and compassionate physicians

MBBS Curriculum & Operational Manual

Program Overview

The MBBS program at North Bengal Medical College is a five-year undergraduate medical degree followed by a one-year compulsory internship. The curriculum follows the guidelines prescribed by the Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council (BMDC) and is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in basic medical sciences, clinical knowledge, and practical skills.

Our curriculum emphasizes a holistic approach to medical education, integrating theoretical knowledge with clinical exposure from the early years. Students benefit from small group learning, problem-based approaches, and extensive clinical rotations in our teaching hospital.

Program Duration

5 years + 1 year internship

Medium of Instruction

English

Degree Awarded

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Curriculum Structure

1

Phase I: Pre-Clinical (Year 1-2)

The first two years focus on basic medical sciences, providing the foundation for understanding human body structure and function in health and disease.

Key Subjects:

  • Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Biochemistry
  • Community Medicine
  • Behavioral Science
  • Medical Ethics
2

Phase II: Para-Clinical (Year 3)

The third year bridges basic sciences with clinical medicine, focusing on the causes and mechanisms of disease and the principles of pharmacology.

Key Subjects:

  • Pathology
  • Microbiology
  • Pharmacology
  • Forensic Medicine
  • Community Medicine
3

Phase III: Clinical (Year 4-5)

The final two years focus on clinical subjects with extensive rotations in various departments of the teaching hospital, developing diagnostic and therapeutic skills.

Key Subjects:

  • Medicine & Allied Specialties
  • Surgery & Allied Specialties
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Pediatrics
  • Psychiatry
  • Community Medicine
4

Internship (1 Year)

After completing the five-year MBBS program, students undergo a mandatory one-year rotating internship in various departments of the teaching hospital.

Rotations Include:

  • Medicine (3 months)
  • Surgery (3 months)
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology (2 months)
  • Pediatrics (1 month)
  • Emergency Medicine (1 month)
  • Rural Health (2 months)

Teaching Methods

  • Lectures: Traditional classroom teaching by experienced faculty

  • Small Group Discussions: Interactive learning in small groups

  • Problem-Based Learning: Case-based approach to develop clinical reasoning

  • Laboratory Work: Hands-on practical sessions in well-equipped labs

  • Clinical Rotations: Supervised patient care in hospital settings

  • Simulation-Based Training: Practice in controlled environments

Assessment Methods

  • Formative Assessments: Regular feedback throughout the course

  • Summative Examinations: End-of-term and professional exams

  • Written Tests: MCQs, short answers, and essay questions

  • Practical Examinations: Laboratory and clinical skills assessment

  • OSCE: Objective Structured Clinical Examinations

  • Viva Voce: Oral examinations by internal and external examiners

Ready to Begin Your Medical Journey?

Join North Bengal Medical College and embark on a rewarding career in medicine. Our comprehensive curriculum and supportive learning environment will prepare you for excellence in healthcare.