Medical Student Asks: How Can I Pursue PG Studies in Dubai?

Ans: Hello,

To begin with, thank you for contacting us. I am glad to know that you have pursued your MBBS and now wish to pursue postgraduate (PG) studies in Dubai. There are several steps that you will need to follow for the same:

Firstly, you will need to look into the various postgraduate programs that Dubai has to offer. Examine medical institutions and universities that provide specialization courses in your area of interest. Secondly, make sure that you adhere to the entry prerequisites for the program you have chosen which usually entails minimum academic credentials, appearing for language competency tests as English is usually necessary, submission of USMLE, PLAB, etc. test results, and possessing any particular experience or requirements. As the next step, after having selected your preferred course, you will need to apply following the application requirements provided by the university. For the same, you will be required to complete an application form, submit relevant paperwork viz., marksheets, statement of purpose, endorsement letters, and CV, and pay the application fees, if any. Remember that you will need to obtain a student visa for the purpose of studying in the country if you are a non UAE citizen or resident. For precise visa prerequisites and the process of applying, check the UAE consulate or embassy in your country. Take into account the expenses pertaining to your postgraduate studies viz., tuition costs, housing, living costs, as well as other expenditures. I would recommend that you examine the various grants, scholarships, and other forms of monetary assistance that the university has to offer. Make housing arrangements in Dubai, be it on-campus or off-campus. In order to acquire a convenient and comfortable place to live, I would suggest that you start searching well in advance. If you are moving to Dubai, make the appropriate travel, housing, and settlement plans. Get acquainted with the local way of living, cultural norms, as well as any rules or specifications that may apply to overseas students. After having made all the necessary preparations and once you have acquired your visa, you can embark on your postgraduate journey in Dubai. Be a part of orientation programs, get to know the faculty members and the campus, and begin your educational journey towards becoming a medical specialist. For a seamless transition from MBBS to postgraduate study in Dubai, always keep yourself engaged, proactive, and well-organized all along the way.

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