Integrated Course Curriculum at Aureus University School of Medicine
Aureus University School of Medicine offers comprehensive MD programs that integrate rigorous academic coursework with extensive clinical experience. Below is an outline of the curriculum for both our 4-Year and 5-Year MD programs, designed to prepare students for a successful career in medicine. Please note that the curriculum is subject to change at the university's discretion.
4-Year MD Degree Program
Our 4-Year MD program is structured into two phases: Basic Sciences, taught at our Aruba campus, and Clinical Rotations, which take place in the United States and Canada.
Integrated Basic Science Curriculum
MD 1
- MD101: Fundamental Concepts including Immunology, Nutrition & Metabolism, Epidemiology, Medical Ethics, Biostatistics & Research
- MD102: Practice of Medicine - 1
MD 2
- MD201: Skin and Musculoskeletal System
- MD202: Endocrine System
- MD203: Reproductive System
- MD204: Practice of Medicine - 2
MD 3
- MD301: Hematopoietic and Lympho-reticular System
- MD302: Cardiovascular System
- MD303: Respiratory System
- MD304: Practice of Medicine - 3
MD 4
- MD401: Nervous System including Special Senses and Behavioural Science
- MD402: Renal System
- MD403: Practice of Medicine - 4
MD 5
- MD501: Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary System
- MD502: Comprehensive Basic Science Review
- MD503: Practice of Medicine - 5
Clinical Clerkship (Minimum 72 Weeks):
- Third Year: Clerkships in Internal Medicine (12 weeks), Surgery (12 weeks), Pediatrics (6 weeks), Psychiatry (6 weeks), Obstetrics (6 weeks), and Gynecology (6 weeks).
- Fourth Year: 24-30 weeks of electives across various specialties.
Core Rotations:
- Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Family Practice (durations as noted above).
Electives:
- 24-30 weeks in fields of the student’s choice, enhancing clinical and diagnostic skills.
5-Year MD Degree Program
The 5-Year program includes an initial year of Pre-Med studies followed by the same curriculum as the 4-Year program for Basic Sciences and Clinical Rotations.
Pre-Med Curriculum (48 Weeks):
Integrated Basic Science Curriculum
MD 1
- MD101: Fundamental Concepts including Immunology, Nutrition & Metabolism, Epidemiology, Medical Ethics, Biostatistics & Research
- MD102: Practice of Medicine - 1
MD 2
- MD201: Skin and Musculoskeletal System
- MD202: Endocrine System
- MD203: Reproductive System
- MD204: Practice of Medicine - 2
MD 3
- MD301: Hematopoietic and Lympho-reticular System
- MD302: Cardiovascular System
- MD303: Respiratory System
- MD304: Practice of Medicine - 3
MD 4
- MD401: Nervous System including Special Senses and Behavioural Science
- MD402: Renal System
- MD403: Practice of Medicine - 4
MD 5
- MD501: Gastrointestinal and Hepatobiliary System
- MD502: Comprehensive Basic Science Review
- MD503: Practice of Medicine - 5
Clinical Clerkship (Minimum 72 Weeks):
- Third Year: Clerkships in Internal Medicine (12 weeks), Surgery (12 weeks), Pediatrics (6 weeks), Psychiatry (6 weeks), Obstetrics (6 weeks), and Gynecology (6 weeks).
- Fourth Year: 24-30 weeks of electives across various specialties.
Core Rotations:
- Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Family Practice (durations as noted above).
Electives:
- 24-30 weeks in fields of the student’s choice, enhancing clinical and diagnostic skills.
Textbooks and Course Materials:
- Textbook lists are provided upon admission.
- The student library and e-library offer extensive resources.
- PreMed students receive materials from professors, with optional book orders.
For further details or specific queries about textbooks and other course materials, incoming students are encouraged to speak with their Academic Advisor.
This curriculum framework at Aureus University ensures that students are well-prepared to meet the challenges of modern healthcare environments, with a strong foundation in both the sciences and clinical practice.
