Doctor of Medicine (MD) — study plan
- Credit hours
- 160
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 24
- Degree
- bachelor
The Doctor of Medicine (MD) study plan at Weill Cornell Medicine - Qatar is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 160 credit hours across 24 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 44 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Principles of Medicine A | 12 | |
| Essential Principles of Medicine B | 12 | |
| Health, Illness & Disease 1A | 10 | |
| Health, Illness & Disease 1B | 10 |
Year 2 28 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Health, Illness & Disease 2A | 10 | |
| Health, Illness & Disease 2B | 10 | |
| USMLE Step 1 Study Block | 4 | |
| Transition to Clinical Clerkships | 4 |
Year 3 42 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine Clerkship | 8 | |
| Surgery Clerkship | 8 | |
| Pediatrics Clerkship | 6 | |
| Obstetrics & Gynecology Clerkship | 4 | |
| Psychiatry Clerkship | 4 | |
| Neurology Clerkship | 4 | |
| Ambulatory Care Clerkship | 4 | |
| Emergency Medicine | 2 | |
| Anesthesiology / Critical Care | 2 |
Year 4 33 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Sub-Internships | 8 | |
| Areas of Concentration (Scholarly Project) | 8 | |
| Advanced Clinical Ethics | 3 | |
| Health Policy | 3 | |
| Translational Science & Longitudinal Research | 4 | |
| USMLE Step 2 Study Block | 4 | |
| Transition to Residency | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Doctor of Medicine (MD)
How many credit hours is Doctor of Medicine (MD) at Weill Cornell Medicine - Qatar?
Doctor of Medicine (MD) at Weill Cornell Medicine - Qatar requires completing 160 credit hours to graduate, spread across 24 courses.
How many years is Doctor of Medicine (MD) at Weill Cornell Medicine - Qatar?
The study plan for Doctor of Medicine (MD) spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Doctor of Medicine (MD) award?
Doctor of Medicine (MD) at Weill Cornell Medicine - Qatar awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 160 credit hours.
Is Doctor of Medicine (MD) offered at other universities?
Yes, Doctor of Medicine (MD) is offered at at least 2 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.