Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine), Nanyang Technological University (NTU),
Singaporecal school that offers this degree, its requirements and things you as an international student (especially from India) should know.—✅ Key facts about the programmeThe Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (LKCMedicine) at NTU Singapore offers a 5-year undergraduate MBBS degree.
The curriculum emphasises early clinical exposure, an integrated approach combining basic sciences + clinical years + patient interaction. The degree is awarded by NTU Singapore. Previously it was in collaboration with Imperial College London (until 2028).
For non-Singaporean students, there is a service obligation (bond) after graduation: international students typically serve about 6 years in Singapore’s public healthcare sector. —🎓 Entry & eligibility requirementsApplicants need strong pre-university credentials. For example:
A-Levels (H2 Chemistry + either Biology or Physics) or IB Diploma (HL Chemistry + Biology or Physics). Must sit the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) as part of admissions. Other components: personal statement, referee reports, health/vaccination screening, criminal record declaration. —💰 Cost & financial considerationsTuition is high:
one source mentions the annual tuition fee for the MBBS programme at LKCMedicine being approx SGD 70,700 (which in Indian Rupees is quite high) for international students. Scholarships & grants may be available but competitive. Because there is a long service bond, you must consider the obligation of working in Singapore’s healthcare system post-graduation.—🧐 Things to consider (especially for Indian students)Even though the programme accepts international students, the number of seats for non-Singaporeans is limited, and competition is extremely tough.
As an Indian student you’ll need excellent academic credentials plus possibly high performance in the aptitude tests.The service obligation: once you graduate, you’ll likely need to work in the Singapore public healthcare sector for 6 years (for non-Singaporeans).
This is a major commitment. Cost vs return:
elsewhere).Recognition: If you plan to practice medicine back in India or another country, check how the degree will be recognised there (licensing, registration).—📍 SummaryIf you are looking at studying MBBS in Singapore, the key and almost only fully-fledged option is at LKCMedicine (NTU).
It’s high-quality, modern, and offers excellent training — but comes with high cost, strong competition, and a significant post-graduation commitment.—If you like, I can check all the medical schools/universities in Singapore (including private or smaller ones) that offer MBBS or equivalent, and list their detailed fee structure.