Is one year BS degree valid for MBBS in Philippines

Yes, a Bachelor of Science degree obtained from Philippines having a major subject of Biology or AP Psychology is Valid for doing MBBS in Philippines. The Duration of BS ranges from one to two years depending on the university norms. Some of the universities in Philippines like University of Luzon offer one year BS Course in Biology, the University of Luzon is CHED approved and a BS degree obtained from the University of Luzon is valid for doing 4 Years MD Course from any of the medical university of Philippines. MD Course

The medical course in Philippines facilitates a dual degree program as it follows the US model of medical education. While doing the BS-MD program, one gets a degree of Graduation in science (BS) before getting the degree of MD ( Doctor of medicine). MD degree is equivalent to MBBS degree in India. Students with an MD degree from Philippines can work as doctor after qualifying for the NEXT Exam in India. BS-MD degree obtained from Philippines is globally recognized. The student must take admission in MCI now NMC approved medical universities only for the MD Course Program. The students must check the approval of the university by the WHO and the UN.

Top medical universities of Philippines like Our Lady Fatima University, Manila Central University, AMA School of medical science, University of Perpetual Help, Emilio Aguinaldo College, and De la Salle University has a US-based system of medical education. Since the medicine course is based on the US pattern it is easier to get through in USMLE as compared to other countries like Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, and China.