Bicol Christian College of Medicine Philippines ~ Aliff Union Foundation

Bicol Christian College of Medicine Philippines

Introduction

In 1975 Bicol Christian College of Medicine was founded by Dr. Damaceno J. Ago, the first president of AMEC-BCCM. This medical college is commonly called Ago Medical Education Center. This is one of the oldest medical universities in the Philippines for International students. This School of Medicine has a vision of quality medical care and wellness for patients, families and communities. Bicol Christian College of Medicine is the pioneering medical institution and one of the great producers of the best and brightest professionals in the field of medicine in the Bicol region. This Medical College is affiliated with Government hospitals and provides teaching and practicing methods, this will make the students to compete with the global level.

Quick Summary

Established:	1975
Tuition Fees:	Rs 2,00,000 approximate per year.
Living Expenses:	USD 150 – USD 250 approximate per month.
Hostel:	In-Campus Hostel Available
Food:	Indian Food Available
Medium of Instruction:	English
Duration Of Study:	6 Years
Institution Type:	Private
Admission season:	September
Recognition and Listing:	Medical Council of India(MCI), World Health Organisation(WHO), Commission on Higher Education(CHED), Medical Board of California(MBC), United States Medical License Examination(USMLE), Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education and Research(FAIMER).
Address:	Bicol Christian College Of Medicine, 85 Rizal St, Old Albay District, Legazpi City, 4500 Albay, Philippines
Website:	http://amecbccm.edu.ph/
Contact:	+63 9668810003

Why study MBBS in Bicol Christian College of Medicine (BCCM)

· Bicol Christian College of Medicine (BCCM) is one of Best Medical Colleges in the Philippines for International Students Especially Indian Students.

· Fees is Affordable and Good Accommodation facilities.

· Indian foods are provided to the Indian Students.

· Four-year integrated curriculum or syllabuses with an ideal faculty-to-student ratio.

The clinically aligned and problem-based technique of learning and teaching. Non-traditional lectures and instructional structure.
Bicol Christian College of Medicine is affiliated with more than one Government hospitals with needed facilities.
Practical Classes are handled by trained professionals and these develop the students learning skills.
The MD degree at this institution is recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI) as equivalent to the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS).
After graduating from this institution, Indian students will get a license to practice in India similar to MBBS doctors from India after passing FMGE exam and completing licensing formalities with MCI.
Bicol Christian Medical College is also approved by WHO (World Health Organization)

Admission Procedure and Eligibility

Indian students need to qualify NEET exam conducted by the National Testing Agency.
The applicant must have completed 12th standard with 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology

The applicant should submit the needed documents as:

Birth certificate
Original copies of passport
Transcript of records from school last studied
Student visa or special study permit
Foreign student’s admission fee
Psychological clearance
Good moral certificate
NBI clearance
NCA clearance

Those certificates are must be authenticated by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), Philippines.

Fees Structure

The below shown MBBS Program approximate tuition fees in Bicol Christian College of Medicine and may vary the rate ‎subject to the current Exchange rate.

BS Psychology

Year	‎Peso-PHP	Dollar	Indian Rupee
I – Year	‎₱ 1,50,000	$ 2,500	Rs 1,90,000
II – Year	‎₱ 1,50,000	$ 2,500	Rs 1,90,000

MD Program

I – Year	‎₱ 1,50,000	$ 2,500	Rs 1,90,000
II – Year	‎₱ 1,50,000	$ 2,500	Rs 1,90,000
III – Year	‎₱ 1,50,000	$ 2,500	Rs 1,90,000
IV – Year	‎₱ 1,50,000	$ 2,500	Rs 1,90,000
Total Fees	‎₱ 9,00,000	$ 15,000	Rs 10,50,000

Infrastructure

Bicol Christian Medical College is a well-organized campus. It has ample space and hall for various cultural activities and local and cultural gatherings. The center regularly presents scientific and educational films, as well as filmstrips, aimed at improving, complementing and strengthening the official classes of students in the classroom. Square AMEC-BCCM Amphitheater is located near the high school department. It is a place for large outdoor events such as gatherings of friends, orienteering meetings, intercultural programs, stationary programs and other institutional activities that require a large audience. Eden Hall is located in the psychology building, next to the 3rd gate. It is a place for lectures and seminars. It can accommodate 200 students.

Dr. Julianda Hall is on the third floor of a psychology building. It is a place for lectures and seminars. It can also accommodate 200 students. Smart Teach is the latest addition to the learning materials offered by the school and used by students. It’s a revolutionary tool and a smarter way to learn medicine. This is an integrated way of teaching. Simulation of a series of thousands of references, study materials, animated films and tests and practical exams. Maximizes time management and includes easily accessible organized lectures and also offers computer exams, so students can be aware of the progress of medical education and accurate results.

Library

This Medical school library is located on the third floor of the doctor’s building. Has a book of thirty thousand volumes, from general works to history. This library is divided into a reserve section that contains all books often used by students / teachers; reference work and periodic sections containing all newspapers, magazines, magazines, textbooks, dissertations, encyclopedias, atlases, dictionaries and other reference materials. The open shelf system provides free access to the collection. This Library has a comfortable seating arrangement filled with reading halls and sections.

Sports

The BCCM has an Olympic size swimming pool and is used for physical education and student recreation. Likewise, it is used by other students who wish to train and improve their swimming skills and Practice. Ago Medical Education Center -Bicol Christian College of Medicine has several sports facilities, such as a basketball court, volleyball court in the AMEC-BCCM quadrant. It has chess, badminton court, theater and audiovisual center.

Facilities

Hostel

Bicol Christian College of Medicine offers good accommodation at very affordable rates and all basic amenities. The hostel is located on the university campus, which is well equipped with spacious and furnished rooms. The university’s services offer strict protection and security to increase discipline, security and protection among students. The inn works with a large restaurant, where fresh, healthy and tasty dishes are prepared. Indian dishes are available for Indian students at the Indian cafeteria, where you will receive an Indian breakfast with other meals ordered separately. The dorms are equipped with well-ventilated, furnished and spacious rooms. Students are provided with common recreational areas where they can relax and socialize. Study areas and leisure facilities provide the necessary amenities.

Affiliated Hospital

In 1942 Ago General Hospital was established, this served as the Teaching base hospital for Bicol Christian College of Medicine students. BCCM is also affiliated with two government hospitals, Bicol Regional Training and Teaching Hospital in Legazpi City and Bicol Medical Center in Naga City is another hospital of this College. This Medical college has its own hospitals within the campus with more than 300 beds and developed clinical facilities. The students get a lot of opportunity to practice and gain experience in Medical Practice and knowledge. The syllabus followed at BCCM is similar to the Indian syllabus. The hospital has provided practice and produced globally competitive doctors now posted all over the world. Around 85% of the government positions in medical centers, district hospitals in the Bicol region are occupied by BCCM graduates. This hospital is working with the latest and developed facilities in medical care and students can get practical studies with developed methods of teaching and practice. The Hospitals have been providing its services to the surrounding places and it got a good name in Medical Service and care. This general Hospital gives a great learning process and practice to the students of BCCM.

How to Reach

Bicol Christian College of Medicine is located in the city of Legazpi situated in the south of Philippines. The Legazpi city is situated around 500 km to the South East direction of Manila, the capital city of the Philippines. BCCM is located 3.5km from Legazpi City Domestic Airport. Bicol International Airport is located 10km from Legazpi city. Ninoy Aquino International Airport is located 460 km away.