University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences Cave Hill
MD (Physician) · Bridgetown, Barbados
University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences Cave Hill is a medical university in Bridgetown, Barbados (Caribbean) offering a 5-year MD (Physician) program taught in English. The estimated total cost of the full course is about $158,729 (≈ ₹135 lakh), with annual tuition around $21,000. Indian students should confirm University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences Cave Hill's current recognition on the official National Medical Commission (NMC) list and meet NMC's FMGL-2021 eligibility rules to qualify for the FMGE / NExT licensing exam.
Key facts
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Country | Barbados |
| City | Bridgetown |
| Degree awarded | MD (Physician) |
| Course duration | 5 years |
| Medium of instruction | English |
| Ownership | Public |
| Year established | 1948 |
| NMC recognition | Verify on the current National Medical Commission (NMC) list |
| Intake months | September |
| Annual intake (est.) | 2,000 - 3,000 |
| Indian students (est.) | 30 - 80 |
| Teaching hospital | Queen Elizabeth Hospital Barbados + UWI Clinical Facilities |
| Teaching hospital beds | 600 |
Cost overview
| Cost item | Amount (USD) | Approx (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Annual tuition | $21,000 | ≈ ₹18 lakh |
| Hostel / year | $3,000 | ≈ ₹2.5 lakh |
| Living cost / month | $230 | ≈ ₹19,550 |
| Estimated total (full course) | $158,729 | ≈ ₹135 lakh |
Always request the latest official fee sheet from University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences Cave Hill before paying any deposit. INR figures are approximate (at ₹85/USD) and for guidance only.
Admission & eligibility
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| NEET requirement | Yes (Mandatory for Indian Nationals) |
| Minimum 12th (PCB) | 12th Standard / 10+2 Higher Secondary Pass with PCB |
| PCB minimum | 50% for General / 40% for Reserved (As per Indian NMC Rules) |
| Age requirement | Minimum 17 years old by 31st December of the admission year. No standard upper age limit. |
| Entrance exam | No (No formal entry exam. Standardized tests like MCAT are usually waived for international students, but a formal university panel interview is mandatory). |
| English test | No |
| Application intake / deadline | Rolling Admissions. Multiple intakes usually in January, May, and September. Apply 2-3 months prior. |
Eligibility rules change every cycle — always confirm the current NEET/FMGL-2021 requirements and the college's own admission criteria before applying.
THE IMG PATH ratings (1–10)
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NMC recognition & licensing
NMC does not approve/endorse individual foreign colleges; verify FMGL 2021 criteria + WDOMS listing + local recognition.
To practise in India, a graduate of University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences Cave Hill must meet NMC's Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate (FMGL) 2021 rules — NEET-qualified admission, a course of at least 54 months, a 12-month internship, and the entire course completed in Barbados — and then clear the FMGE (being replaced by the NExT). Confirm the college's current standing on the National Medical Commission (NMC) list and the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) before applying.
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Sources & verification
- Recognition / licensing authority: National Medical Commission (NMC)
- Independent medical-school listing: World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS)
- Official university website: www.cavehill.uwi.edu/
Figures are compiled by THE IMG PATH from program data and our research team's assessment, and can change. Always confirm current fees, NMC recognition and licensing eligibility with official sources before paying any deposit.