MMI IUMC Ireland

The lrish Universities and Medical Schools Consortium (IUMC) consists of 4 Medical Colleges

1. NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF IRELAND, GALWAY (NUIG)
2. TRINITY COLLEGE DUBLIN, THE UNIVERSITY OF DUBLIN (TCD)
3. UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK (UCC)
4. UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN (UCD)

The 4 IUMC partners are government institutions and rank in the top 1% of universities worldwide.  For over 30 years the IUMC has been accepting international students onto their programmes. The overseeing committee of the IUMC consortium consists of the Dean of the 4 medical schools within the partner universities.

 

What are the Advantages of IUMC Ireland

• Apply to all 4 universities with 1 application
• Discounted fees for IUMC students
• Support from application to enrolment from the IUMC office
• Local IUMC support when students arrive in Ireland
• World class, student-centered education – internationally recognized degrees
• Early patient contact starting from Year 1 of the programme.
• Research led universities, high-ranking medical schools & world-class facilities
• Early instruction on research methodology and opportunities for research
• Collaborations with medical schools worldwide and opportunities to travel
• Students in a clinical setting almost full time from the 2nd semester of year 3
• Safe, friendly and welcoming country for international students

The IUMC partner universities have a reputation for producing excellent clinicians and subsequently, Irish-trained doctors hold leading positions in the world’s top medical institutes. This is due in no small part to the early, consistent and varied clinical exposure that is a hallmark of medical training in Ireland.

This clinical excellence is augmented by Irish graduates’ superb communication and critical thinking skills. Good communication skills are intrinsic to the practice of Medicine and Dentistry and Irish-trained doctors have a unique ability to explain, to teach and to communicate information.

Scientific research and innovation are part of Ireland’s national strategy. Research features highly in Irish medical education and all of the medical schools have diverse research portfolios and are aligned with leading research institutes.

 

STUDYING MEDICINE AND DENTISTRY IN IRELAND

 

Ireland has a long tradition of educating students from all over the world and teaching them the Science and Art of Medicine and Dentistry.

There are many reasons why students from all over the world come to study in Ireland. The first is Ireland’s excellent international reputation for education and globally recognised degrees. The country has an excellent educational infrastructure which has contributed to the country’s well-educated and skilled young workforce. It is therefore not surprising that the world’s top technology, pharmaceutical and biomedical device companies now base their European headquarters in Ireland, along with the European Headquarters of Apple and Google.

Ireland has always had a reputation for producing excellent clinicians. Irish-trained doctors hold leading positions in the world’s top medical institutes. This is due in no small part to the early, consistent and varied clinical exposure that is a hallmark of medical training in Ireland. This clinical excellence is augmented by Irish graduates’ superb communication and critical thinking skills. Good communication skills are intrinsic to the practice of Medicine and Dentistry and Irish-trained doctors have a unique ability to explain, to teach and to communicate information.

Scientific research and innovation are part of Ireland’s national strategy. Research features highly in Irish medical education and all of the medical schools have diverse research portfolios and are aligned with leading research institutes.

 

LIVING IN IRELAND

 

Another reason for studying in Ireland is the Five-Star student experience. Ireland is considered ‘The World’s Friendliest Country’ by the Lonely Planet Guide and is an extremely easy place to settle into as a new student. It is a beautiful country with an unspoiled natural landscape – full of rugged mountains, rivers, lakes and magnificent beaches. Ireland is ideal for hiking, cycling, surfing, golfing or sailing.

It’s a great place for students! Almost 40% of the population is under the age of 40 and Dublin, Cork and Galway are all vibrant cosmopolitan cities with great restaurants, cafes and nightlife. Ireland is a country steeped in history and culture and the country has numerous music, film, drama and literature festivals, attracting visitors from all over the world. The country is renowned for its singers, musicians, writers and poets and Irish dancing was launched on the world stage by Riverdance.

Tourism and agriculture have always been an important part of the Irish economy. Ireland has a reputation for its great food, which is hardly surprising considering the plentiful supply of fresh produce from the country’s lush pasturelands.

A growing economy, good airline connections, and a great quality of life are just some of the reasons why people from all over the world come to live and work in Ireland.

 

IUMC Entry Requirements

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma

5 Year Programme – 36 points to include 3 HL subjects with Chemistry and at least one other science subject (Physics, Biology or Maths).  The third science subject can be presented at SL.

*exclusive of bonus points

6 Year Programme – Students who fall below the above requirements will be considered for the 6 year programme

A-Levels

5 Year Programme – A A A is the minimum entry standard (including Chemistry and at least one other science subject)

6 Year Programme – Students who fall below the above requirements will be considered for the 6 year programme

Other Qualifications (e.g AP, SAT, HKDSE, ATAR, ILC, STPM, CAPE)

Please contact us for entry requirements for other qualifications.

English Language Requirements

IELTS – 6.5 (minimum individual sections 6.5)

TOEFL –  90 (minimum – Listening 23 / Reading 21 / Speaking 22 / Writing 23)

Exemption: In certain cases students will be exempt from IELTS or TOEFL if the can provide alternative proof of English proficiency. Approval is required by Medical School admissions.

MMI Interviews :  Students must also pass an admissions interview to be considered for a place on the programme.

 

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