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5-Years MD Program

Commonwealth University College of Medicine operates exclusively from its established campuses and medical centers, with no offshore facilities in India and Abroad. Commonwealth University College of Medicine operates exclusively from its established campuses and medical centers, with no offshore facilities in India and Abroad. Commonwealth University College of Medicine operates exclusively from its established campuses and medical centers, with no offshore facilities in India and Abroad.
Commonwealth University College of Medicine operates exclusively from its established campuses and medical centers, with no offshore facilities in India and Abroad. Commonwealth University College of Medicine operates exclusively from its established campuses and medical centers, with no offshore facilities in India and Abroad. Commonwealth University College of Medicine operates exclusively from its established campuses and medical centers, with no offshore facilities in India and Abroad.

Welcome to the Doctor of Medicine (MD) program at the Commonwealth University College of Medicine (CUCOM)!

Our 5-year, student-focused curriculum is designed to equip aspiring doctors with the knowledge, clinical skills, and professional integrity essential to thrive in today’s dynamic healthcare landscape.

Program Overview

The CUCOM Doctor of Medicine (MD) program is a well-structured, multi-phase academic journey that spans approximately 5 years. This comprehensive program guides students from foundational Science through clinical practice, ensuring licensure readiness and global competency.

With a blend of academic excellence and hands-on training, CUCOM’s MD curriculum is tailored to nurture the next generation of compassionate and competent doctors. Students progress through a thoughtfully designed sequence that includes:

Curriculum Structure

Premedical Program (Duration: 16 Months)

The journey begins with a strong academic foundation in biological and physical Science, preparing students for the rigors of medical training.

PreMed1 15 WEEKS
PreMed2 15 WEEKS
PreMed3 15 WEEKS
PreMed4 15 WEEKS


S.NO SEMESTER SUBJECTS NO.OF WEEKS CREDIT HOURS
Foundational Course - I (SEMESTER 1)
1PREMED1Physics I1508
2PREMED1Inorganic Chemistry & Lab1508
3PREMED1Biology I1508
4PREMED1Mathematics I – College Algebra1506
5PREMED1English I – Composition & Rhetoric1506
Foundational Course - II (SEMESTER 2)
6PREMED2Physics II1508
7PREMED2Organic Chemistry & Lab1508
8PREMED2Biology II1508
9PREMED2Mathematics II – Probability & Statistics1506
10PREMED2English II – Public Speaking1506
INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN SYSTEMS - I (SEMESTER 3)
11PREMED3Introduction to Anatomy & Embryology I1506
12PREMED3Introduction to Histology & Cell Biology I1504
13PREMED3Introduction to Biochemistry & Genetics I1504
14PREMED3Introduction to Physiology I1505
15PREMED3Introduction to Microbiology & Immunology I1505
16PREMED3Introduction to Psychology1504
17PREMED3Introduction to Research Method & Biostatistics I1504
18PREMED3Introduction to Medical Terminology1502
19PREMED3Cadaver Dissection1502
INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN SYSTEMS - II (SEMESTER 4)
20PREMED4Introduction to Anatomy & Embryology II1504
21PREMED4Introduction to Histology & Cell Biology II1504
22PREMED4Introduction to Biochemistry & Genetics II1504
23PREMED4Introduction to Physiology II1505
24PREMED4Introduction to Microbiology & Immunology II1505
25PREMED4Developmental Psychology1504
26PREMED4Introduction to Research Method & Biostatistics II1504
27PREMED4Physical Assessment1502
28PREMED4Basic Nursing Skills1502
29PREMED4Nutrition1502
TOTAL 144

Basic Science (Duration: 24 Months)

This phase builds on the premedical foundation, delving deeper into the biomedical Science relevant to clinical practice.

MD1 15 WEEKS
MD2 15 WEEKS
MD3 15 WEEKS
MD4 15 WEEKS
MD5 15 WEEKS
ICM 15 WEEKS


SEMESTER / SYSTEM NO.OF WEEKS CREDIT HOURS
First Semester
Fundamental Concepts712
Musculoskeletal System813
Holistic Health I153
Healthcare Quality I15CR
Second Semester
Nutrition and Metabolism44
Nervous System1116
Holistic Health II153
Healthcare Quality II15CR
Third Semester
Respiratory System710
Gastrointestinal System812
Holistic Health III154
Healthcare Quality III15CR
Fourth Semester
Cardiovascular System914
Hematopoietic System68
Holistic Health IV154
Healthcare Quality IV15CR
Fifth semester
Renal and Metabolic system46
Endocrine and reproductive system812
Infectious diseases35
Holistic Health V154
Sixth semester
Integrated basic Science in clinical practice1518
Note: USMLE Step 1
Students engage in intensive board exam preparation to master core concepts and clinical applications for the USMLE Step 1 in the 6th semester of basic Science.

Clinical Science – Rotations (Duration: 20 Months)

Students transition into real-world clinical settings with exposure to core and elective rotations across multiple disciplines.

CM1 12 WEEKS
CM2 12 WEEKS
CM3 12 WEEKS
CM4 12 WEEKS
CM5 12 WEEKS
CM6 12 WEEKS


S.NO NAME OF THE ROTATION NO. OF WEEKS
CORE ROTATIONS
1INTERNAL MEDICINE [CORE]12 WEEKS [3 MONTHS]
2SURGERY [CORE]8 WEEKS [2 MONTHS]
3FAMILY MEDICINE [CORE]6 WEEKS
4PSYCHIATRY [CORE]6 WEEKS
5OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY [CORE]6 WEEKS
6PEDIATRICS [CORE]6 WEEKS
TOTAL WEEKS FOR CORE ROTATIONS44 WEEKS
SAMPLE ELECTIVE ROTATIONS
1NEUROLOGY4 WEEKS
2CARDIOLOGY4 WEEKS
3INFECTIOUS DISEASE4 WEEKS
4ORTHOPEDICS4 WEEKS
5OPHTHALMOLOGY4 WEEKS
6ANESTHESIOLOGY4 WEEKS
7RADIOLOGY4 WEEKS
TOTAL WEEKS FOR ELECTIVE ROTATIONS28 WEEKS [7 MONTHS]
OPTIONAL – OBSERVERSHIP [NOT COMPULSORY]NO LIMITS
OBSERVERSHIP INFORMATION NOT COVERED IN TRANSCRIPT

USMLE Step 2

This stage includes preparation and final evaluation through USMLE Step 2, assessing clinical decision-making and patient care readiness.

Final Step: Graduation & Licensure Eligibility

Upon successful completion of all academic phases and board exams, students graduate with the Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree, fully equipped to pursue licensure and postgraduate residency training.

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