NUS College & Duke-NUS Medical Pathway

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Duke-NUS Pathways to Medicine
NUS College & Duke-NUS Medical Pathway

BE THE CLINICIAN LEADERS

The NUS College and Duke-NUS Medical Pathway prepares future healthcare leaders and innovators to advance medical practice. Designed for students from diverse, interdisciplinary backgrounds, it provides early exposure to the healthcare sector, innovation, and community engagement, thereby preparing them for medical school. The pathway equips students with the leadership, ethical grounding, and problem-solving skills required for medical training and for driving improvements across the healthcare system.

Graduates from NUS College (NUSC) can pursue the Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree at Duke-NUS Medical School, provided they meet the final admission criteria for the MD programme.

For more information about NUS College, please visit the NUS College.

COURSEWORK REQUIREMENTS

Complete the NUS undergraduate degree as well as fulfil the graduation requirements of NUS College, the honours college of NUS.
Candidates may enrol in any of the more than 60 NUS majors compatible with NUS College.

ENGAGING AND ENRICHING ACTIVITIES

Mentorship with Duke-NUS faculty and alumni
Duke-NUS specialities workshops
Standardised Clinical Observership Programme Experience (SCOPE)
Medical-related talks
Town halls and ad-hoc activities

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

All applicants must fulfil the following requirements to be considered for an invitation to apply to the pathway:

1. Achieved strong results in one of the following qualifications:

- Singapore-Cambridge GCE A-Level
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
- NUS High School Diploma
- Polytechnic Diploma
- College Entrance Exam (SAT or ACT) for international applicants

2. Achieved strong results in Year 1 of undergraduate study

3. Hold records of leadership experiences and community services

4. Completed the National Service (NS) obligation (if applicable)

HOW TO APPLY

Step 1: Invitation to Apply
Applications open annually from 1 June to 21 June. Year 1 students will receive an email from NUS College inviting them to apply for the pathway via the Duke-NUS Online Application System. A complete application includes letters of recommendation and a personal statement, and all documents must be submitted by the deadline.

Step 2: Invitation for Interviews
Completed applications will be reviewed, and applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted by the Duke NUS Admissions team.

Step 3: Application Outcome
The application outcome will be released in mid-August. An email will be sent to applicants informing them of their outcome.

Note: The university admissions process for each school is independent. Admissions to the pathway are determined by the Duke NUS Admissions Committee’s post interview screening results.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Students on the pathway are not guaranteed direct admission to the Doctor of Medicine (MD) programme. Students are expected to maintain the required academic performance and fulfil the final acceptance criteria stated below for admission to the MD programme.

Final Acceptance Criteria
1. Achieve a CAP/GPA comparable to that of the incoming MD class for your year of entry.

2. Achieve an MCAT score comparable to that of the incoming MD class for your year of entry and submit your scores by September of the year prior to entry.

3. Engage in meaningful clinical and service experiences throughout your undergraduate studies.

4. Students must act professionally. If concerns arise about a student’s academic performance or professional/personal development, the Duke-NUS Admissions Committee may review the case and take action, up to withdrawing the admission offer.

5. Submit the Duke-NUS MD application form, undergraduate transcripts, and supporting documents to the Duke-NUS Admissions Office by the specified deadlines.

6. Attend the MD Applicant Day and interview as part of the final evaluation.

7. Complete any additional assessments or requirements as specified by Duke-NUS or NUS