AMA School of Medicine

AMA School of Medicine

AMA School of Medicine is an MCI and WHO recognised medical college located in Manila, the capital city of the Philippines. The college was established in 2008 and is a part of AMA University. It is one the cheapest options in Manila and also for MBBS in Philippines. About 1,000 Indian students are currently studying at AMA School of Medicine. The entire course is taught in English medium and the duration of the course is 6 years. The course is divided into two parts:

2 year BS or Pre-Medical course followed by

4 Year MBBS course

The name of the degree awarded by AMA School of Medicine is MD Physician which is equivalent to MBBS in India. If a student has already completed graduation, then that student can skip the pre-medical course and apply directly for the MBBS course. You are required to sit for the NMAT exam before you get admission in the 4 year MBBS course.

About AMA University

AMA School of Medicine is a part of the AMA Education System. Dr. Amable R. Aguiluz V, is the founder of the group. He has been an ambassador of the Philippines to the Gulf Countries. The AMA School of Medicine is named after the initials of his father’s name, Amable Mendoza Aguiluz V Sr. The AMA Educational System include the following educational institutes:

AMA University (Philippines)

Founded in 1980 as AMA Computer School, the Quezon City Campus became AMA University on August 20, 2002 with permission from CHED. ISO 9001 certified in 1999 by Société Générale de Surveillance International Certification Services. In 2003, AMA University inked a partnership for programs with Carnegie Mellon University (USA). In 1991 accreditation for AMA Computer School in the American League of Schools and Universities (ALOCU), making AMA the first non-American school to do so. AMACC is an official member of the John F. Kennedy Education Institute in Japan and is accredited by the National Computing Centre, UK.

AMA School of Medicine

AMA School of Medicine is a part of AMA University and offers Medical-related courses like Nursing and Medicine.

AMA School of Medicine Degree

MBBS, MD or Medical education in the AMA School of Medicine leads to the MD degree which is equivalent to the MBBS degree in India, UK and Singapore, and other Commonwealth countries. AMA School of Medicine‘s medical degree is recognized as equivalent to the MBBS course in India by the Medical Council of India (MCI) and students will be given a license to practice in India similar to MBBS doctors from India, after completion of licensing formalities with the MCI in India. Similarly, the Medical Degree from AMA School of Medicine is recognized as equivalent to the MBBS Degree in the UK by the General Medical Council in the UK and the Medical Councils in Singapore, Australia, and Gulf countries. All degrees are recognized by the USA.

AMA School of Medicine is the best university for studying MBBS in abroad. It is recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI) and the World Health Organization (WHO). Its fee is low and affordable and provides a terrific opportunity for return on investment. The quality of education in AMA School of Medicine is second to none and is an excellent opportunity for Indian students who want a perfect blend of quality education and low fees.

The best thing about studying MBBS in AMA School of Medicine is that you don’t have to learn a new language. All the classes will be in English and 95% of the population of the Philippines speak English. The BS course in AMA School of Medicine is of a duration of 2 years from 2018 onwards. AMA School of Medicine became operational in the year 2008.

MD / MBBS course for Indian Students at AMA School of Medicine

AMA School of Medicine has two campuses- one located in MAKATI, Metro Manila Central Business Area and one located in CAVITE, one of the most industrialized and fast-growing provinces in the Philippines.

AMA School of Medicine is affiliated to 3 Hospitals in Manila (Quirino, AFP and Pasay General Hospital).

Affiliated to Armed Forces Medical Centre, BEST for training in the Philippines.

Over 1,000+ hospital beds affiliations.

Hostel & Indian Food catering.

AMA School of Medicine, Makati Campus– 2.4 km from Indian Embassy in Makati & 6 km from Ninoy Aquino International Airport – Manila.

AMA School of Medicine, Cavite Campus– 28 km from Indian Embassy in Makati & 40 km from Ninoy Aquino International Airport – Manila.

Name of Course: Medical Course – MD equivalent to MBBS, offered by AMA College of Medicine, MAKATI CAMPUS, the Philippines for International Students.

Duration of Course: 

After class XII: Six years (2 years premedical known as BS course and 4 years of Medical education known as the MD course).

After Bachelors: FOUR Years of Medicine known as the MD course.

AMA School of Medicine - Complete Details for Indian Students

AMA School of Medicine has a specialised program for Indian medical aspirants who wish to take admission after completing class XII. After completing class XII with biology, physics, chemistry and English as subjects, the student will undergo a combined Bachelor’s degree and Medicine degree programs (BS-MD course). The BS Psychology pre-medicine program is a two-year course where the class XII subjects of Indian students, such as Biology, Physics and Chemistry, are automatically credited. Upon completion of the pre-medicine program, the students enter the Medicine program provided they comply with the requirements for eligibility from the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).

Majority of international students currently studying the special program are from India. This also means that the Indian students find it easy to settle down at AMA School of Medicine.

 With the recognition by MCI, AMA School of Medicine‘s MBBS program is considered equivalent to the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree offered in the India, UK, Australia, and other Commonwealth countries. After completing his/her MD graduation from AMA School of Medicine, the Indian student will be given a license to practice in India similar to the MBBS doctors from India after completion of licensing formalities with the MCI.

AMA School of Medicine - Accommodation

Through our office in the Philippines ,every student taking admission through us will get 100% help  at the time of finding accommodation and during his / her entire stay in the Philippines. Students can reach out to our office located near to the AMA campus anytime and we will make sure that you get the best help.Hostel facility is available at AMA School of Medicine, Makati Campus with following facilities :-

 Well-furnished Air Conditioned rooms

·         Comfortable Beds        Study table           Microwave Owen

·         Cooking gas                Dining table           Washing machine

·           Fans                         Cupboard with locks

Other Expenses:

Admission & Visa processing in India – 

Visa Extension, Visa Conversion, ACR Registration, Medical Test, NBI Registration and Examination Fees is $700 (First Year Only).

If the student is below 18 years, then SSP is required for which students need to pay PHP 8,000 for every three months to the immigration department until the student is 18 years old.

Visa Renewal from 2nd year onwards is $300.

Air travel on actual.

Note 1: 1st-year fees has to be paid in advance to the college before leaving India. The 1st-year fees will be paid in two installments- First Installment (INR equivalent to PHP 2,00,000) and Second Installment (INR equivalent to PHP 1,00,000)

Note 2: Fees are payable annually in advance. Tuition fees are quoted in Philippine Peso, use the current exchange rate for conversion.

Living Expenses:

Accommodation – PHP 3500 – 5000 (approx. Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 8,000) per month on a sharing basis depending upon the chosen accommodation (3 months advance is payable).

Food – PHP 3,800 (approx. Rs. 5000) per month (2 meals a day).

Indian Food is available.

Other Information:

There will be NO increase is Fees during the duration of the course.

NO Hidden cost. NO Donation.

Free Pen drive containing MBBS material worth more than Rs 1,00,000 including MCI Screening test questions,

USMLE study Materials, Educational Video’s, E-Books etc.

Affiliated with 3 Hospitals in Manila (Quirino, AFP & Pasay General Hospital).

Affiliated to Armed Forces Medical Centre, BEST for training in the Philippines.

Over 2,000+ hospital beds.

Accommodation arranged for international students and Indian catering/mess.

11 km from International Airport in Manila & 2 km from Indian Embassy.

Indian co-ordinator & office in Makati for Indian Students.

Coaching for MCI Screening test & study material provided.