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Emilio Aguinaldo College - School of Medicine

University Physicians Services Incorporated (UPSI) after acquiring the Marian College in Manila in 1973, the school eventually became Emilio Aguinaldo College.It has 29 hectare campus hosting many schools, laboratories, library, social hall, an administration building, man made lake. In 1979, General Emilio Aguinaldo Medical School Foundation Inc. was established at Cavite, thus giving birth to the Emilio Aguinaldo College - College of Medicine.

Location - Manila

The Emilio Aguinaldo College campus is located in the heart of Manila. It is easily accessible through public transportation, such as public buses, jeepneys, taxis, and the Light Rail Transit system. Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), eight kilometers south of the city centre, connects Metro Manila to many countries around the world.

Mission

The Mission of Emilio Aguinaldo College is to create an academic environment that will enable the individual to discover and realize his/her full potentials; to offer an inquiry-based, student-centered education relevant to the needs of the local and global community; and to live the values of VIRTUE, EXCELLENCE and SERVICE.

State of the Art Facilities

Emilio Aguinaldo College believes in providing an environment conducive to learning. It provides modern, air conditioned classrooms, well stocked library, science, computer and speech laboratories. A seven story Sports and Cultural Center that houses, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, a gymnasium, a basketball court, a fitness center, an inside running track and a state of the art theater are all available for use by students and faculty. Recently it added several simulation laboratories for use by Health Care program students. EAC provides separate hostel facilities for boys and girls.

Course Curriculam

The four-year medical course at Emilio Aguinaldo University School of Medicine generally progresses from the study of the normal to the abnormal human being. Most of the subjects are yearly courses which are taken up for two semesters.

The standards of our programs are recognized here and abroad. Emilio Aguinaldo’s Dental Technology course is the first to receive TESDA certification. We are one of only five institutions whose Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy is recognized by the World Federation of Occupational Therapy. Aside from our linkages with local affiliates, we have established partnership agreements with institutions from USA, China, Japan and Korea. Our agreements include joint research programs, colloquiums on program content and teaching methodology, school equipment assistance, exchange of students and faculty, technology transfer and the like.

The MD(MBBS) program has been designed to meet the requirements of international students and Medical Councils of India. The Curriculum was developed to ensure that graduates of the Program would qualify and pass the screening test to be conducted by their respective Medical Councils.

Admission Requirements For Foreign Students

• 50% marks in science subjects
• copy of birth certificate
• Student Visa
• Certified copy of Passport
• Financial support (Bank Statement) of sponsoring party
• Medical Health Certificate
• Police Clearance Certificate
• Transcript of Records


Way2Philippine Medical Education is the authorized Indian Admission office for Emilio Aguinaldo College of Medicine. Indian students who are interested to study MD(MBBS) In Philippines can get direct admission for 2015 batch in our Indian admission office located at chennai.

Other Courses

Emilio Aguinaldo College also provides courses on doctor of dental medicine, dental technology, four year BS in Nursing, four year Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (Medical Technology), 4-year BS Physical Therapy course, 4 year Radiologic Technology, two year Diploma course in Midwifery as well as other discipline courses in arts and science, hospitality, business management, engineering, etc .

Emilio Aguinaldo Medical Center

The University Medical Center (UMC), which was built in 1980 and opened in 1983, serves patients as well as training center for students of the College of Medicine and other health science students.

EMILIO AGUINALDO COLLEGE - INFRASTRUCTURE

The Graduate School of Emilio Aguinaldo College offers degree courses for Medical, Dental and Nursing designed to equip students for future. Last year, EAC renovated its library and other facilities to increase its capacity and to attain quality education for its students.

Emilio Aguinaldo College believes in providing an environment conducive to learning. Students are provided with modern, air conditioned classrooms, use of a well stocked library, science, computer and speech laboratories. A seven floor Sports and Cultural Center that houses, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, a gymnasium, a basketball court, a fitness center, an inside running track and a theater are all available for use by students and faculty.

SYLLABUS

The four-year medical course generally progresses from the study of the normal to the abnormal human being. Most of the subjects are yearly courses which are taken up for two semesters.

The first year covers the normal Human Anatomy, Biochemistry, Physiology, Preventive Medicine & Community health, Psychiatry and Medical Practice I. Class lectures are delivered mostly through computers using LCD projectors complemented by slide/ film showing, laboratory work and group discussions. Pedagogy and Bioethics are incorporated in Principles of Medical Practice I. An introduction to medical Informatics is incorporated in Preventive Medicine and Community Health before the biostatistics session. Problem-based learning is gradually introduces in certain topics in Biochemistry and Physiology.

The second year deals with Pathology, Microbiology, Parasitology, Pharmacology, Preventive Medicine and Community Health, Psychiatry II and Medical Economics plus introductory courses in clinical subjects. In small groups, students begin to meet patients in actual hospital setting where they are introduced to history taking and physical examination.

The third year involves didactic lectures on common diseases encountered in clinical practice as well as interesting or rare conditions. Pathophysiology is reviewed while clinical features, diagnostic approaches and principles of management are emphasized.

The fourth year or clinical clerkship is mainly spent in actual patient care with the University Medical Center serving as the clinical laboratory. Hospital rounds and group discussions give the student a good perspective on bedside manners, diagnosis and management. The clerks rotate through the different clinical departments for 48 weeks with periodic evaluation.

ADMISSIONS GUIDELINES

For New International Student Applicants

Foreign students seeking admission to the colleges of Medicine should submit the following documents in the order outlined below:

A. Documents needed for the initial evaluation:

• Completed Application Form and Personal History Statement
• Photocopy of Transcript of Records
• Photocopy of National Medical Admission Test (NMAT) result
• Letter of Reference from two (2) former Professors
• Application Fee (non-refundable)

B. Submitted documents in Section A will be evaluated by the Office of the Dean, after which, the applicant is informed as to the status of his/her application. If applicant is qualified, the applicant will receive the following:

• Notice of Acceptance (NOA)*
• Personal History Statement forms for the applicant to fill-up (6 copies)
• Certificate of Eligibility for Admission (CEA) form for the applicant to fill-up (not required for lateral entrants)

*The Notice of Acceptance should not be construed as the actual enrollment.

The original documents listed in items A and B should be completed and mailed back to the Office of the Dean including the following documents duly authenticated by the Philippine Foreign Service Post (PFSP) in the country of origin:

• Official transcript of records and diploma;
• Notarized Affidavit of Support, including bank statements or notarized notice of grant for institutional scholars to cover applicant’s expenses for school dues, accommodation, subsistence and other incidental expenses;
• Photocopy of passport pages where name, photo, birthday, birthplace appear;
• Student’s Personal History Statement (6 copies) with 2 x 2 recently taken photograph;
• Police Clearance issued by the National Police Authorities in the student’s country of origin or residence;
• Birth certificate;
• Letter of Recommendation from two former colleges professors;

The above-mentioned documents should be completed and mailed back to the Office of the Dean at least 30 days prior to the start of the incoming academic year.

Colleges/ Universities endorse the above documents to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) Manila, together with the NOA and CHED-approved CEA for processing. Once approved, the DFA notifies the Foreign Service Post concerned on the issuance of a student visa. The applicants will now be required to appear in person before the Philippine Foreign Service Post with consular jurisdiction over the place for interview.

The following documents are required for the issuance of a Student Visa:

• Original copy of the school’s Notice of Acceptance issued by the Office of the Dean containing a clear impression of the school’s official dry seal and addressed to the student;
• Letter from the School Registrar requesting the issuance of a Student Visa 9(f) to the applicant addressed to:
• The Director
• Visa Division - Office of Consular Affairs
• Department of Foreign Affairs
• Six copies of the original Personal History Statement duly accomplished and signed by the applicant, both in English and his national alphabet, accompanied by personal seal, if any, and containing among others, his/her original left and right thumb prints and a photograph on plain white background taken not more than six months prior to submission;
• Transcript of Records/Scholastic Records, duly authenticated by the Philippine Embassy or Consulate in the applicant’s country of origin or legal residence;
• Notarized Affidavit of Support, including bank statements or notarized notice of grant for institutional scholars to cover applicant’s expenses for school dues, accommodation, subsistence and other incidental expenses;
• Original copy of the CEA approved by the CHED;
• Visa Application form (FA form no. 2);
• Medical Certificate (FA form no. 11);
• Chest x-ray, laboratory report and clearance certificate for the AIDS antibody (HIV test);
• Police Clearance from the local police authorities where applicant has been permanently residing for the last five years;
• Guarantee coverage of return fare and other incidental expenses;
• Life-size chest x-ray film;
• Eight copies of 2 x 2 colored photos;
• Unexpired passport

The following documents will also be submitted to the Registrar’s Office:

• Student Visa
• Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR) from the Bureau of Immigration issued in colleges / University (issued upon presentation of the student visa);
• Photocopy of the passport

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