Barbados International University (BIU)

About Barbados International University (BIU)

Barbados International University (BIU) is a private medical university established in 2017 in Bridgetown, Barbados. US-aligned MBBS with built-in USMLE prep; US/Canada rotations for eligible students. Teaching is fully in English (US curriculum) over a 5.5 yrs programme. Like every partner university in Barbados, it is recognised by NMC, ECFMG, FAIMER, ACGME, MCC — so the MBBS is valid for FMGE/NExT in India and international licensing.

Why choose Barbados International University (BIU)?

• US-aligned MBBS with built-in USMLE prep; US/Canada rotations for eligible students.
• Recognised by NMC, ECFMG, FAIMER, ACGME, MCC — valid for FMGE/NExT and global licensing
• English (US curriculum)-medium instruction throughout the 5.5 yrs programme
• Private university, established in 2017, in Bridgetown
• US-driven curriculum aligned with USA, UK and Canadian medical standards
• ECFMG and ACGME accreditation — a direct pathway to USMLE Step 1, 2 & 3
• NMC recognised — valid for FMGE/NExT to practise in India

Eligibility

What you'll need

1. 10th & 12th mark sheets (PCB subjects)
2. NEET scorecard (current year)
3. Valid passport
4. Passport-size photographs
5. Birth certificate (original + notarised copy)
6. Medical fitness certificate
7. Police clearance certificate (PCC)
8. Parent / guardian bank statement