The UWI Global School of Medicine

The University of the West Indies is ranked by Times Higher Education as the #1 University in the Caribbean

Start your qualifying programmes in September 2025 and your MD programme in September 2026

The UWI Global School of Medicine

The University of the West Indies is ranked by Times Higher Education as the #1 University in the Caribbean

Start your qualifying programmes in September 2025 and your MD programme in September 2026

The UWI Global School of Medicine

The University of the West Indies is ranked by Times Higher Education as the #1 University in the Caribbean

Start your qualifying programmes in September 2025 and your MD programme in September 2026

The UWI Global School of Medicine

The University of the West Indies is ranked by Times Higher Education as the #1 University in the Caribbean

Start your qualifying programmes in September 2025 and your MD programme in September 2026

The UWI Global School of Medicine

The University of the West Indies is ranked by Times Higher Education as the #1 University in the Caribbean

Start your qualifying programmes in September 2025 and your MD programme in September 2026

Welcome to The

Global School of Medicine

The Global School of Medicine at The UWI Penal-Debe

At the Global School of Medicine, we are committed to nurturing the next generation of physicians, researchers, and healthcare leaders who will address the evolving challenges of modern medicine. Our curriculum is designed to provide a strong foundation in medical sciences while integrating cutting-edge technology, hands-on clinical training, and interdisciplinary collaboration. We believe that a global perspective is essential in today’s interconnected world, and our programs are tailored to prepare students to excel in diverse healthcare settings.

Academics at The UWI GSM

a supportive network, diverse programs, and a track record of success.

Choosing Medicine at The UWI

Foundation Training

This consists of courses in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics and Social Sciences. The qualifying courses are offered as part of the existing Pre-Health Professions Programme run by the Faculty of Medical Sciences.

Basic Sciences Training

The School takes a systemic approach to human health and wellness beginning with genetics followed by reviews of various systems in the body: cardiovascular, respiratory, GI etc.

Clinical Training

This will be undertaken in hospitals in North America or the United Kingdom if students wish to travel. If not, the clinical training can be undertaken at hospitals in Trinidad and Tobago.

Accreditation The UWI-GSM is a new school. For all new School, the process of accreditation begins with the award of candidacy. The UWI-GSM was awarded Candidacy in January 2025 by The Caribbean Accreditation Authority for Education in Medicine and other Health Professions (CAAM-HP).

The MD Degree The curriculum for the MD degree was approved by the UWI’s Board for Graduate Studies and Research in January 2025. The degree is accepted by the Medical Board of Trinidad and Tobago.

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