Are you planning to do MBBS in Canada and want to know about the availability of this program, universities offering this program and so on? You are in the right place.  

MBBS is offered as a Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Canada. MBBS or MD in Canada is a 3 to 4-year degree. 

To study MBBS in Canada, international students need a bachelor's degree in biology or relevant science with a minimum academic requirement that varies from university to university. 

Only selective universities offer MBBS in Canada. So, the entry requirements are pretty strict. Besides the English language test like TOEFL, IELTS, etc., many universities also ask for MCAT scores as entry requirements. 

This blog covers MBBS in Canada, top universities, tuition fees, entry requirements, and after-graduation possibilities. 

Why study MBBS in Canada? 

• The medical degree/ MBBS degree obtained in Canada is recognized in Canada or other countries. 
• Once you have graduated, the entry-level job position can pay up to CAD 80,000 per year. 
• There is a massive demand for medical professionals in Canada- Jobs Bank Canada states that there will be over 50,000 vacancies from 2019 to 2028 for general practitioners and family physicians. 
• The unemployment rate for doctors in Canada is quite good, and they are paid reasonably well too. An experienced doctor can earn an average of CAD 300,000 annually in Canada.
• MBBS helps in obtaining PR in Canada.

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Top Universities for MBBS in Canada

According to the US News and World Report, the best universities in Canada for clinical medicine are listed in the table below.

Entry Requirements to study MBBS in Canada

• English proficiency tests like TOEFL and IELTS: The minimum IELTS requirement for MBBS or MD programs in Canada is 7.0, and the TOEFL Score is 94 or more. 
• A bachelor's degree in science/ biology with a  minimum of 3.2 GPA and more
• Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) scores.

University of Toronto

• Course name: MD Program
• English Language Requirements: 
• TOEFL: A minimum of 100
• IELTS: A minimum of 7.0
• Academic Requirements: A completion of a bachelor's degree with a minimum undergraduate degree of 3.3 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Other Requirements: MCAT Scores, 3 Letter of Recommendation, Resume, Statement of Purpose. 
• MCAT Score: A cut-off score 125 with at least 124 in each section.

Queen's University

• Course name: MD Program
• English Language Requirements: 
• TOEFL: 100
• IELTS: 7
• Academic Requirements: A completion of a bachelor's degree with a minimum undergraduate degree of 3.6 GPA.
• Other Requirements: MCAT Scores, 3 Letter of Recommendation, Resume, Statement of Purpose. 
• MCAT Score: A 121

Dalhousie University

• Course name: MD Program
• English Language Requirements: A minimum of 7.0 in IELTS with no score less than 7.0
• Academic Requirements: A completion of a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale
• Other Requirements: MCAT Scores, 3 Letter of Recommendation, Resume, Statement of Purpose. 
• MCAT Score: With a cut-off score of 118, a higher MCAT Score can compensate for a lower GPA. 
• Application fees: CAD 70

University of Victoria

Note that the University of Victoria does not admit international students. 

• Course name: MD Program
• Academic Requirements: Completing a bachelor's degree with(Courses in biology, chemistry and biochemistry are strongly recommended) a minimum of 75%. 
• Other Requirements: MCAT Scores, 3 Letters of Recommendation, Resume, Statement of Purpose, unofficial transcripts 
• MCAT Score: A cut-off score of 124 in each section.

University of Calgary

• Course name: MD Program
• English Language Requirements: 
• TOEFL: 100
• IELTS: 7.0
• Academic Requirements: A completion of a bachelor's degree with a minimum undergraduate degree of 3.2 GPA.
• Other Requirements: Official MCAT Scores, 3 Letters of Recommendation, Resume, Statement of Purpose, official transcripts, and interviews. 
• MCAT Score: A minimum MCAT score of 128. 
• Application fees: CAD 150

University of Alberta

• Course name: MD Program
• English Language Requirements: 
• TOEFL: 100
• IELTS: 7.0
• Academic Requirements: A completion of a bachelor's degree with a minimum undergraduate degree of 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale.
• Other Requirements: Official transcripts, 2 Letters of Recommendation, Resume, Statement of Purpose.

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Tuition Fees for MBBS in Canada

MBBS is one of the most expensive courses in the world, and the same applies to Canada. The tuition fees for MBBS in Canada range between CAD 35,000 to CAD 90,000 for international students. 

Scholarships after MBBS in Canada

There are several government-funded and university-funded scholarships in Canada for international students. 

• BrokerFish International Student Scholarship
• Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship
• Ontario Graduate Scholarship
• Go Clean Scholarship
• Canadian Rhodes Scholars Foundation Scholarship
• Dr John E Bradley Scholarship
• Outdoor Sports Scholarship
• Queena Esdale Memorial Scholarship (only for females)
• Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship
• University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowships
• Education Future International Scholarship

Medical courses in Canada

These are some of the most popular medical courses offered by Canada: 

MBBS in Canada without MCAT

While MCAT is a strict admission requirement for bachelor's and master's degrees in many medical schools, there are some medical colleges where you can study without MCAT. Nevertheless, you must have a bachelor's degree in biology or medical science beforehand. 

• Université Laval
• University of Ottawa
• Université de Montréal
• Northern Ontario School of Medicine
• Université de Sherbrooke
• McGill University

Scope after MBBS in Canada

Earning a medical degree is not easy. It requires incredible zeal for the medical sector, diligence and patience. 

However, respect, quality of life, satisfaction, and salary will make up for it once you graduate.  After completing an MBBS or equivalent in Canada, one can earn from cad 80,000 to CAD 300,000 and more. You can pursue a career as a specialist doctor, such as a surgeon, medical specialist and family physician.

 The table below shows the job title after MBBS and the average salary of these professions.