A Critique of the Proposed National Education Policy Reform
MBBS abroad.pdf
1. Why MBBS in abroad
MBBS abroad holds more value when compared to pursuing the same studies
in India. Abroad MBBS colleges are all QS-ranked, offer affordable fees, and their
quality of medical education is relatively higher when compared to India.
Benefits and Drawbacks of MBBS Abroad
When compared to studying the same academics in India, an MBBS abroad is more valuable.
All of the MBBS schools outside of India are QS-ranked, have reasonable tuition rates, and
provide relatively better medical education. To be able to practise medicine after
graduation, individuals can also earn the country-specific certificate once they have the
certificate allowing them to practise anywhere in the globe.
Over time, studying abroad has undergone changes. It now sustains thousands of
employment and makes billions of dollars in economic contributions. India is the second-
largest source of international students in the world and one of the sending markets with
the quickest growth rates, according to a survey by ICEF Monitor. Over 750,000 Indian
students went overseas to complete their higher education in 2018. This analysis only
demonstrates how popular studying abroad has become among Indian students, and that
this tendency will continue.
Many Indian students who desire to study medicine go overseas for a variety of reasons.
The reasons could range from being able to study medicine in one of the best nations to
being able to practise abroad and finally settle down. Many times, students who are unable
to obtain a medical seat in India would apply for an MBBS abroad. We will discuss the
benefits and drawbacks of studying MBBS overseas nowadays. While each student's
experience will undoubtedly be unique, we have outlined some basic benefits and
drawbacks of studying medicine abroad below.
Benefits of MBBS Studying Abroad
The benefits of pursuing an MBBS degree overseas are provided below. The student
experience will undoubtedly vary from person to person, as was already mentioned. We've
taken the liberty of listing some general benefits of MBBS education abroad.
Top universities worldwide
2. Universities/institutions abroad provide students state-of-the-art facilities along with
contemporary amenities for a holistic educational experience, just like in India. You have the
opportunity to attend some of the top universities in the world and work with Nobel
laureates. The universities provide students internationally recognised degrees so they can
make a name for themselves in the medical industry on a worldwide scale, in addition to
having world-class faculty. Students are also given the utmost safety and security at foreign
universities and colleges so they can feel at home there. Additionally, students have the
chance to work with cutting-edge medical technology and learn about it.
English language usage
Many colleges and universities abroad use English as their main medium of instruction and
communication in medical universities in an effort to draw in international students. This
again serves as a benefit in luring foreign and Indian students. Candidates should be aware
that knowing the local language is always advantageous. Even though the university's
primary language of teaching is English, learning the local tongue will always benefit you
because it will make it simpler to communicate with locals and adapt to your new
environment.
Higher ROI
Comparing the cost of studying for the MBBS at private universities in India, it is comparable
to or less expensive. Comparatively speaking, the cost of an MBBS degree at any private
Indian university is less than the expense of studying abroad, which includes the cost of a
visa, tuition, and housing. This is one of the main factors influencing students' decisions to
pursue an MBBS degree abroad rather than at private universities in India. Students are
permitted to practise in the host country after successfully completing their course. This
gives them a chance to make a lot of money, resulting in a longer-term return on
investment.
Sufficient medical seats
Many hopefuls are unable to pursue their desire of studying MBBS in India because of the
country's low number of government medical seats, fierce rivalry, and excessive tuition
costs at private universities. However, foreign colleges have been able to attract this
3. demographic of students by keeping their tuition costs low, maintaining good educational
standards, and most importantly, offering more seats than their government-run Indian
equivalents.
Financial Assistance and Scholarships
Universities and organisations have offered a number of scholarships and financial grants to
students to encourage studying MBBS abroad in order to support a healthy flow of students
into foreign nations to continue medical courses. There are external organisations that offer
scholarships to Indian students going overseas for higher study, in addition to foreign
universities. A list of scholarships that are available to students who want to pursue MBBS
studies overseas is accessible.
Disadvantages of MBBS study abroad
The drawbacks of pursuing an MBBS degree overseas are listed below. The student
experience will undoubtedly vary from person to person, as was already mentioned. We've
taken the liberty of listing some general drawbacks of MBBS education abroad.
Language Disparity
The Ukraine, Russia, China, and Poland are among of the favourite locations for MBBS study
abroad because they are non-English speaking nations. Indian students who are not fluent in
the local language would therefore have limited mobility. Universities that serve the
international diaspora will always provide English-language courses, but students who are
fluent in the local language will always have an advantage because it makes it easier to
engage with the locals and boosts their chances of finding employment there. Some colleges
also use bilingual lecturers, which makes it challenging for students with low language skills
to comprehend the entire lecture's content and frustrating because you can't understand
the finer points of the topic. Therefore, it is crucial to pick a university where English is the
primary language of instruction in both their universities and colleges. Sometimes even the
textbooks and curriculum are written in the local tongue, which makes it harder to
understand the principles when they are presented in English.
Education Standards that Vary
4. No two nations will provide MBBS students with the same education. It is crucial to
comprehend the curriculum, to firmly believe in it, and to apply for it. Aside from
educational standards differing from institution to university and country to country,
medical procedures also vary. As a result, candidates are always recommended to conduct
extensive research before applying to the university with which they are most familiar.
Talking with representatives of alumni and college students is a smart place to start in these
situations.
Selecting a University
The environment, culture, and physical characteristics frequently influence the university
curriculum in significant ways. For instance, diseases that are prevalent in a cold country
would differ from those prevalent in a warm country. So, it's always a good idea to pick a
university that will provide you the most clinical exposure. It's also crucial to observe how
much attention is given to both theoretical and practical knowledge. When picking a
university, Indian students should exercise caution because not all institutions outside of
India are accredited by the Medical Council of India (MCI).
Making the Best Decision
While there are countless benefits to studying abroad, it has also given rise to a lot of
fraudulent universities and universities that aren't up to par. Applicants should always be on
the lookout for and avoid such scams. Because although getting accepted into one of these
schools could be simple, it wouldn't be worth it in the long run. The Medical Council of India
(MCI) provides a list of universities that are accredited by the organisation that offer a
quality education in order to prevent students from enrolling in MBBS programmes at
subpar institutions.
Examination for Foreign Medical Graduates
In order to practise, students can always return to India. However, in order to practise
medicine in their native country after receiving their MBBS there, students must pass the
FMGE, which is approved by the MCI.